Bukhansanseong Fortress | |
First built in 132 during the Baekje era (18 BC-AD 660) under King Gaeru's reign, Bukhansanseong Fortress was the northernmost fortress that protected Baekje from Goguryeo's forces. In the year 475, the fortress fell in the hands of Gogyuryeo after a fierce battle. As a result, King Gaeru was killed and Baekje's princess fled to Ungjinseong Fortress. |
Goyang | |
Gangwon is a city in Gyeonggi Province in the north of South Korea. It is part of the Seoul Metropolitan Area, making Goyang one of Seoul's satellite cities. It is one of the largest cities in the Seoul Metropolitan Area, with a population of 1,074,784 in 2022. Ilsan, a planned city, is located in the Ilsandong District and Ilsanseo Districts of Goyang. |
National Folk Museum of Korea | |
Located inside Gyeongbokgung Palace, the National Folk Museum of Korea presents historical artifacts that were used in the daily lives of Korean people in the past. Through the displays, visitors can learn about the domestic and agricultural lifestyles, as well as Korea’s cultural beliefs. |
Seoul, South Korea | |
Seoul is the capital and largest metropolis of South Korea. Seoul has a population of 9,733,509 in 2020. With surrounding Incheon metropolis and Gyeonggi province, Seoul forms the heart of the Seoul Capital Area. |
Bukchon Hanok Village | |
Bukchon Hanok Village is a charming neighborhood located in the heart of Seoul, South Korea. Bukchon Hanok Village offers a delightful blend of history, culture, and picturesque scenery. It is a must-visit destination for those seeking a glimpse into Seoul's traditional past and an appreciation for its cultural heritage. |
Namsangol Hanok Village | |
Namsangol Hanok Village is a traditional Korean village located in the heart of Seoul, the capital city of South Korea. The village is situated at the foot of Namsan Mountain in Jung-gu, Seoul. It is conveniently located near popular tourist destinations such as Myeongdong and Namdaemun Market. |
Seoul Forest Park | |
Seoul Forest is a park in Seongdong District, Seoul, South Korea. It is a very large park and immensely popular with the locals for its cherry blossoms in Spring and Ginkgo Tree Forest in Autumn. It consists of four themed parks spreading over approximately 595,000 ㎡ of land. |
Shri Chatushrungi Devi Temple | |
The Shri Chatushrungi Devi Temple, also known as Chattushrungi Temple, is a Hindu temple located in Pune, Maharashtra, India. The temple is situated on a hillside along Senapati Bapat Road. The name Chattushringi means "mountain with four peaks". |
Hanging Temple | |
The Hanging Temple, also Hengshan Hanging Temple was built on the cliffs of Mt. Hengshan, in Hunyuan County, Datong City, Shanxi province. Mt. Hengshan is one of the five most scared mountains in China. The very unique temple is the combination of three religions of Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism. About 1/3 of building body is hanging on the cliff, with its halls connected by winding corridors and bridges. |
Longmen Grottoes | |
Longmen Grottoes or Longmen Caves are some of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art. Longmen Grottoes are housing tens of thousands of statues of Buddha and his disciples, they are located 12 kilometres (7.5 mi) south of present-day Luoyang in Henan province, China. |
Yungang Grottoes | |
The Yungang Grottoes are a remarkable series of ancient Buddhist cave temples located in Shanxi Province, China. Carved during the Northern Wei dynasty (368–534 CE), these grottoes exemplify early Chinese Buddhist art and architecture. Yungang Grottoes, enjoying a long history of over 1,500 years, is one of the three leading grottoes in China together with Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang and Longmen Grottoes in Luoyang. |
Shanxi | |
Shanxi is a province in North China. Its capital and largest city of the province is Taiyuan, while its next most populated prefecture-level cities are Changzhi and Datong. Its population was 34,915,616 in 2020. The name Shanxi means 'west of the mountains', a reference to its location west of the Taihang Mountains. |
Gangwon | |
Gangwon, officially Gangwon State, is a Special Self-Governing Province of South Korea. It is known as the largest and least densely populated subdivision of South Korea. Gangwon State is located in the mid-eastern part of the Korean Peninsula and is divided into two areas, Yeongdong and Yeongseo, by the Taebaek Mountains running along the eastern part of the peninsula. Its population was 1,537,339 in 2022. |
Nami Island | |
Nami Island or Namiseom is a half-moon shaped river island located in Chuncheon, Gangwon Province, South Korea. Nami Island, with the concept of “Fairy Tale Village and Song Village,” provides various cultural events, concerts, exhibitions, and more to give children dreams and hopes, couples' love and memories, and artists a space for creativity. |
Niseko Tokyu Grand Hirafu | |
Niseko Tokyu Grand Hirafu is a ski resort in the Hirafu area of Kutchan, Hokkaido, Japan1. It is the largest of the four resorts that make up the Niseko United ski area2. Grand Hirafu stretches from the summit of Niseko Annupuri (elevation 1,308.5 m) to its base and is known for its high-quality powder snow. |
Bhuleshwar Temple | |
Bhuleshwar is an ancient Hindu temple situated on a hill near Malshiras in Pune district of Maharashtra. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and was built in 13th century during Yadava Rulers. It is believed that the temple was ruined by Muslim invaders and reconstructed later because the entrance of the temple is hidden like Gaimukhi Buruj construction of Shivaji's time. |
Yinggeshi Botanical Garden | |
The Yinggeshi Botanical Garden is located in Yinggeshi Village, Longwangtang Street in Dalian, Liaoning Province, Northeast China. The garden is a comprehensive botanical garden that combines plant research. It covers an area of 95.57 hectares and is home to 3,021 different kinds of plants, the most in Northeast China. |
Mukden Palace | |
Mukden Palace was the former imperial palace of the early Manchu-led Qing dynasty. It was built in 1625 and the first three Qing emperors lived there from 1625 to 1644. Since the collapse of imperial rule in China, the palace has been converted to a museum that now lies in the center of Shenyang city, Liaoning province. |
Kwun Yam Temple | |
Kwun Yum Temple, located in Hung Hom, Kowloon, is a prominent religious site dedicated to Kwun Yum, the Goddess of Mercy. Established in 1873, the temple has been a vital part of the local community, especially during historical events such as World War II, when it provided refuge to those seeking shelter from bombings. |
Lantau Peak | |
Lantau Peak, also known as Fung Wong Shan (Phoenix Mountain), is the second-highest peak in Hong Kong, standing at 934 meters (3,064 feet) above sea level. It is located in Lantau South Country Park on Lantau Island and offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding area, including beaches, the Big Buddha, and Hong Kong Airport. |