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Written by Shirley T
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Thursday, 06 January 2011 00:00 |
 Nicknamed as 'Taipei's backyard', Yangmingshan National Park (陽明山國家公園) is one of the best spots for Taiwanese to view cherry blossom in their homeland. I was not aware until a happy coincidence occurred during our baby moon trip to Taipei last spring. We discovered blooming cherry blossoms on the beautiful island of Formosa!Sits in the district of Beitou, Yangmingshan National Park (NP) is located less than 20 km north of Taipei city. Easily accessible by public transportation, the fastest optio… |
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Written by Shirley T
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Monday, 15 November 2010 00:00 |
 Serves as one of the largest urban parks in Tokyo, Ueno Park is a popular getaway among city folks during weekends. It also draws huge crowd during cherry blossom season every year. Ueno Park is the home to more than 1000 cherry trees and is claimed as the top 10 best spots in Tokyo for Hanami or Cherry Blossom Party! Visitors from abroad and locals flock here to witness the beautiful sight of blooming Sakura in the presence of fresh spring.Ueno Onshi-Koen or literally means 'Ueno Imperial Gift … |
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Written by Shirley T
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Thursday, 11 November 2010 00:00 |
 Sangedatsu Gate ((三解脱門) or Sangedatsu Mon is the one and only structure within Zozoji Temple that survived World War II in 1945. Historic landmark of Zozoji Temple, Sangedatsu Gate was built in 1605 and highly influenced by the Chinese architecture during Tang Dynasty. Literally translated as 'The Gate of Three Liberation', the Buddhists believe that if one passes through, he/she can free himself/herself from three evil roots namely greed, hatred and delusion and eventually attains Nirvana. Loca… |
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Written by Shirley T
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Sunday, 07 November 2010 00:00 |
 The treasure of the nation, Ueno Toshogu Shrine is a reminder of Tokugawa Shogunate reign during Edo period. Survived through many massive earthquakes, battles of civil war and bombing raids, the wooden shrine of Toshogu miraculously still stands until today. Boasting the architecture of Edo Gongen style, the shrine was elegantly painted, intricately decorated with wood carving and gold leaf. Built in 1627 by a warrior named Todo Takatora, this shrine was dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu. Formerly, … |
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Written by Shirley T
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Wednesday, 03 November 2010 00:00 |
 Inspired by the original architecture of magnificent Kiyomizu-dera in Kyoto, Ueno Kiyomizu Kannon-do was established by Abbot Tenkai Sojo, who was also the founder of the Kanei-ji Temple. Built in 1631, this structure is a much smaller scale compares to its model. Yet, this Buddhist temple miraculously made it through the battles of civil war and air bombing raids. Today, Ueno Kiyomizu Kannon-do is recognized as the national treasure and one of the oldest temples in Tokyo. The principal image of… |
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Highlights...
Flower Arrangement Series
Like flowers, want to get creative? Step by step with images on how to design what you always wanted.
Thailand Adventures
Need itinerary of a week? Attractions in Bangkok, Ayutthaya, Floating Market, Kanchanaburi...
Big Bend US National Park (Texas)
From canyons, rivers, basins to mountains, a journey into wilderness!
Spring in Tokyo
Hanami and Sakura at Ueno, Akibahara, Imperial Palace, Sensoji Temple, Ameyoko Shopping Street...
The Best of Taipei
Our stories at Yangmingshan, Yehliu, Keelung, Jinshan, Danshui, Taipei...
Live, Do, Eat, Sleep in Texas
4 Seasons experience in The Lone Star state; hopping Austin, Blanco, Corpus Christi, Dallas, Fredericksberg, Houston, New Braunfels, San Antonio, Terlingua, Vanderpool, Waco & more
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