Category: Travels
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20 Things to Do in Okinawa Part 1
From diving with sharks to sailing through a chain of islands to relaxing on a beach, here are 20 of the best things to do in Okinawa, Japan. Okinawa is one of the 47 prefectures of Japan and comprises over 160 islands. The chain of islands is south of Japan’s main island and is arguably…
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Seven myths about Okinawa
Most people are familiar with the Japanese capital of Tokyo and Osaka, and Kyoto, but much of this fascinating nation remains a mystery to visitors. Here are seven of the most widely held misconceptions regarding Okinawa Prefecture in Japan. 1. Okinawa is one island The main island is just one of more than 160 islands […]
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About Cherry Blossoms
A cherry blossom is the bloom of a Prunus tree, of which there are several varieties. Cherry blossoms are found all throughout the world. However, they are most prevalent in temperate climes in the Northern Hemisphere. Such as Japan, China, Korea, Nepal, India, Pakistan, Iran, Afghanistan, and various sites in northern Europe. Because of the […]
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#19 day of February – Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
The Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion, a three-story traditional Hakka – Teochew construction. It is a boutique hotel and one of the most well-known Georgetown attractions. The structure at 14 Leith Street was built in the 1880s by Hakka trader Cheong Fatt Tze, who commissioned it. Cheong Fatt Tze Is an example of a self-made and […]
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#18 day of February – Clan Jetties
The Clan Jetties are considered one of the last bastions of ancient Chinese settlements on the island. And house the stilt houses of various Chinese clans. There were seven jetties until one was destroyed by fire, and now only six remain. The Clan Jetties are located on Penang’s Heritage Trail. These water villages, are over […]
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Kurashiki
A city with a picturesque, historic canal area. Kurashiki (倉敷) is in Okayama Prefecture, not far from Okayama City, the prefectural capital. The city features a canal area preserved throughout the Edo Period (1603-1867). Then the town was a vital rice delivery center. In reality, the name “Kurashiki” translates approximately as “town of storehouses,” referring […]
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15 Day of December – #sparkly
Breathing in a distant wintry realm, dreams soar as snowflakes, crystal shimmery worlds.
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7 Day of December – #sparkling lights
“You have to find what sparks a light in you so that you in your own way can illuminate the world.” Oprah Winfrey
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REBLOG: Dragon Quest: Hunting for dragons in the mountains of Nikko
NIKKO Dragon hunting may not be the first thing one thinks of when visiting Nikko. But in fact, the hunting there is excellent, and anyone can do it, and it’s a great way further to enhance the delightful sightseeing of this stunning area. Dragons are mythical beasts that, curiously, are found in the myths and […]
