Georgetown, Penang: Art around Armenian Street
The sun was blazing hot when we were finally ready to explore the heart of historical Georgetown, the capital of Penang. Rows of centuries-old shophouses filled the streets, while a … Continue reading
Kyoto: Kiyomizu-dera and Southern Higashiyama
Following our morning and early afternoon spent in the northern and central parts of the city, it was time for Southern Higashiyama. From Nijo Castle, we took the bus traversing … Continue reading
Weekly Photo Challenge: LAYERS
Layer after layer of intricate sculpture — this is what the temples of Belur and Halebidu in Southern India offer. While I have seen the great temples of Angkor in … Continue reading
Of Nature and Temples: Chikmagalur, Belur and Halebidu
Part of going around the state of Karnataka involves a nature escape. We’ve considered many places to go to, most of which were out of state, including Ooty, Kodaikanal and … Continue reading
A Side Trip to the Chitradurga Fort
We started our Sunday with a short visit to the Tungabhadra Dam, a few kilometers away from the town of Hospet. Our vehicle was parked at the base of the … Continue reading
Temples and Ruins in Ayutthaya
I was feeling a little bit hungry by the time we finished visiting Bang Pa-In. I honestly thought that we could find some decent place to eat outside the palace … Continue reading
Bangkok Temples: Wat Phra Kaew and the Grand Palace
This is the second portion of my post on Bangkok temples. If you missed the first part, please click here. Wat Phra Kaew and the Grand Palace Entrance Fee: 500 … Continue reading
Bangkok Temples (Part 2)
This is the second portion of my post on Bangkok temples. If you missed the first part, please click here. Wat Phra Kaew and the Grand Palace Entrance Fee: 500 … Continue reading
Bangkok Temples: Wat Pho and Wat Arun
Being the Thailand’s capital, Bangkok gets more than its fair share of magnificent temples. I’ve gone to a lot of temples over the years, and I believe that this city … Continue reading
Bangkok Temples (Part 1)
Being the Thailand’s capital, Bangkok gets more than its fair share of magnificent temples. I’ve gone to a lot of temples over the years, and I believe that this city … Continue reading
Ngong Ping 360
To tell you honestly, I’m not a fan a big cities. Sure, I like how efficient their transportation systems are and how pedestrian-friendly their sidewalks can get, but I don’t … Continue reading
Weekly Photo Challenge: GROWTH
The growth of the huge trees led to the destruction of the temples in Ta Phrom, Cambodia — some things just stand stronger than others!
Oh Borobudur!
Before embarking on this trip to Java, I did a little research on the main attractions of Jakarta and Jogja. Being world heritage sites, Prambanan and Borobudur were instantly on … Continue reading
Candi Prambanan
Just half an hour drive from the city proper of Jogja lies the Prambanan temple. Renowned for its beauty, foreigners and locals alike flock this temple – the overwhelming number … Continue reading
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