The Tomb of Jesus Christ in Japan
Japan is well known for a variety of sightseeing spots, but this particular one is pretty much unheard of. Allegedly, there is the tomb of Christ. Yes, you read it right: the tomb of Jesus Christ.
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Five Flower Lake: Gem Of the Jiuzhaigou National Park
Located in the southwest China, the Jiuzhaigou National Park is a valley on the Tibetan Plateau. The Jiuzhaigou Valley is on the UNESCO World Heritage Site list for a reason. Besides, breathtaking views, the valley is home to over dozen lakes and waterfalls. But, most spectacular of all is Five Flower Lake. Five Flower Lake…
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Iligan, The City of Waterfalls
Iligan is a highly urbanized city in Philippines, but it is called The City of Majestic Waterfalls for a reason. The city has plenty of natural scenery to offer; 23 waterfalls, 8 springs, and 15 caves to be exact. Some of the most visited by tourists and natures lovers are the waterfalls. Since, most of…
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Labassin Waterfall Restaurant
Villa Escudero Plantations and Resort, Philippines is the home to a restaurant Labassin Waterfall. The restaurant is located directly at the foot of a small man-made waterfall. The food is served on a bamboo tables, that stand right in the water. The place is about 2.5 hours drive from the capital of the Philippines, Manila….
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Makomanai Cemetery’s Hill of Buddha
Located outside Sapporo, Makomanai Cemetery is one of the most peaceful places in Japan. For over a decade, the 1500 ton Buddha was located on a ground of the cemetery. But an architect Tadao Ando transformed the place into a mystic sanctuary. He built a hill of lavender plants around the statue, so Buddha is…
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Bund Finance Center in Shanghai
The Bund Finance Center is a development of eight buildings on over 100 acres in waterfront of Shanghai, China. The center includes office buildings, a boutique hotel, luxury retail space and a cultural center. Arts and cultural center includes an exhibition and event hall and it was inspired by the traditional Chinese theater. But, the…
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An Unusual Subway Station in Chongqing, China
China’s Chongqing subway has an unusual station. At first, line 6, Caojiawan Station seems abandoned, but it was opened only in 2015. It looks like the plan was not quite though through. Out of the three planned exits, only one is used and the other two are overgrown with weeds and wilderness.
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The Japanese Train Station Built Around A Tree
Japan is well known for its innovative ideas, while preserving its authenticity. Kayashima Station, in Osaca is no exception. The local engineers found an ingenious way of protecting nature. At the Kayashima Station, a giant tree cuts right through the middle of the station and out through its roof. The protected camphor tree is over…
