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One of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist cave art, these 5th-century caves are truly spectacular. With 51,000 ancient statues and celestial bodies, it looks smaller than everything else in Shanxi. Carved by the Turkic-speaking Tuoba, the Yungang Grottoes drew their designs from Indian, Persian and even Greek influences that swept the Silk Road. Work … Read more
Commissioned by a local prince in 1427 and located next to Parcho Monastery, Gyantse Kumbum is the city’s main attraction. This 32-metre-high chorten features white tiers adorned with decorative stripes and a golden crown-like dome. But the interior is just as impressive, with elaborate paintings (kumbum meaning “100,000 photographs”) inside endless little chapels. The shooting … Read more
A marvel of Chinese garden design and one of Beijing’s must-see attractions, the Summer Palace was a royal retreat for emperors escaping the stifling summer slumps of the former imperial capital, and more recently a playground for the Empress Dowager Cixi. A (short) morning or afternoon exploring the waterways, pavilions, bridges and temples is sufficient, … Read more
The Terracotta Army is not just Xi’an’s most important attraction.It is his one of the most famous archaeological discoveries in the world. This underground, life-sized army of thousands has quietly watched over the soul of China’s first unifier for more than 2000 years of his life. Qin Shi Huang feared the defeated spirits that awaited … Read more
An oasis of orderly Confucian design, the 267-acre Temple of Heaven Park is unique. It was originally a huge stage for the emperor (literally “son of heaven”) to pray for a good harvest on the winter solstice and perform solemn ceremonies to seek God’s redemption and atonement. Since 1918, this private imperial estate has been … Read more
The Mogao Grottoes are considered one of the most important collections of Buddhist art in the world. At the height of the Tang Dynasty (618-907), the site was home to his 18 monasteries, more than 1,400 monks and nuns, and countless artists, translators, and calligraphers. English-language tours, running at 9am, noon and 2.30pm, are included … Read more
Surrounded by 3.5 km of walls in the heart of Beijing, the UNESCO-listed Forbidden City is China’s largest and best-preserved collection of ancient buildings and attracts 16 million visitors each year. Large enough to accommodate comfortably. This otherworldly palace was steeped in despicable rituals and shared more than 900 buildings with eunuchs, servants, and concubine … Read more
Top 10 most overrated travel attractions however the plot twist is most of these locations are heavily overrated and often leave their visitors feeling disappointed don’t get us wrong. We’re not saying that these locations are to be avoided we’re just trying to paint the right picture for you so you won’t set yourself up … Read more
Top 10 best places to visit in Ireland Ireland is one of the most popular countries in Europe this nature and culture-filled place will be etched in your mind as your eyes sparkle from the beauty of this European country. Ireland is widely known as the land of scholars with more Nobel prize winners for … Read more
Ellis Island in New York Harbor is America’s most famous and historically significant gateway and one of the country’s most inspiring museums. It pays homage to the undying courage of his more than 12 million immigrants who passed through this processing station after weeks of journeys in difficult conditions between 1892 and his 1924. More … Read more