The Terracotta Warriors are one of the biggest archeological finds of the 20th century. The site is 1.5 kilometers east of Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s Mausoleum in Shaanxi Province.
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4 Minutes at Angkor Wat
Angkor Wat, Near Siem Reap, Cambodia, is considered by many to be a wonder of the world. This temple was built in the 12th century by King Suryavarman II, first as a Hindu temple, which has since been converted to Buddhist.
Kyoto’s Heavenly Golden Pavilion
The Japanese are experts at urban landscaping, and one of their most superb examples is Kyoto’s Golden Pavilion, also known as Kinkaku-ji, formally known as Rokuon-ji or “Deer Garden Temple”.
The Temples of Phu Si Hill in Luang Prabang, Laos
One of the many wonderful things about Luang Prabang is its proximity to everything. A traveler doesn’t need to look far to find things to do in this beautiful little town.
Cambodia Photo Journal: Riding Elephants at Phnom Bakheng
Phnom Bakheng was built on a natural rise of 230 feet sometime during the 9th century. Also known as “Strong Hill,” is accessible by a steep stairway and by the Elephant path, which starts off on the left of the stairway. The stairway has been reduced to rubble, hence most visitors opt to visit the […]