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traditional Chinese village
, China

Ancient Zhuge Village in the Evening

May 6, 2022 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
Zhuge Village is an ancient Chinese settlement in China’s Zhejiang Province. Unlike other remaining ancient villages in China, Zhuge stands out differently from the rest. It is one of the two ancient villages in China whose layout is based on the Yin and Yang emblem. Thus, the locals call it
This Dragon Bridge in Danang Breathes Fire and Water Vietnam
Vietnam

This Dragon Bridge in Danang Breathes Fire and Water

May 10, 2020 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
This Dragon Bridge in Danang breathes fire and water – in the evening. Unfortunately, I haven’t seen it in action. I walked the bridge a couple of times in my two-week stay there but I didn’t know about the evening show – until my last night there. Yep, I missed
things to do in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia
Malaysia

Petronas Towers – The World’s Tallest Twin Towers

March 24, 2020 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
The Petronas Towers are identical towers that are synonymous to Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia. They’re the most iconic skyscrapers and architectural wonders in the city’s skyline. No visit in KL without a glimpse of these silver-colored twins. The first time I saw them eons ago, I thought they resemble a
Things to do in Bratislava
, Slovak Republic

The President of Slovakia Lives in This Palace

December 31, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
The President of Slovakia lives here – at the Grassalkovich Palace in Bratislava. I was surprised that the surroundings were not heavily-guarded with Presidential guardians. It was early June when I was there – and boy, it was quiet! As you can see in the photos below, I was the
Inside Berlin Cathedral Germany Europe
Germany

Inside Berlin Cathedral

December 12, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
The dome of the Berlin Cathedral (Berliner Dom) is a prominent symbol in the city’s skyline. Unknown to many, this wondrous piece of Neo-classical and Baroque architecture is a Protestant church. From the outside, the imposing dome painted in green and its highly-decorated facade arouse curiosity. In fact, its dome
Hostel Hotel in Shanghai Things to do
China

Shanghai Oriental Pearl Tower is a Photographic Jewel

October 21, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
The Shanghai Oriental Pearl Tower was once the tallest building in China – from 1994 to 2007. Then, it was later eclipsed by the modern Shanghai World Financial Center.  Today, the tower is the 5th tallest in the world. A friend of mine once told me that his Shanghainese friend
Travel Itinerary: A Day in Pisa (Italy).
, UNESCO Sites

Travel Itinerary: A Day in Pisa

June 7, 2018 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
Located in the Tuscany region of Italy, Pisa is undoubtedly one of the ancient, and therefore, most visited cities in the country. Of course, a day in Pisa is not enough to explore every nook and corner of it, but it suffices if you’re looking to visit the following major
Why You Should Visit Segovia Cathedral (Spain).
, UNESCO Sites

Spain: Why You Should Visit Segovia Cathedral

May 21, 2018 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
Most of the churches around Spain have the title of the cathedral – and Segovia Cathedral is one of them. It adorns the premises of the town’s Plaza Mayor. You can’t miss its giant structure coated in yellowish color. This might be the only Gothic Cathedral you’ve seen with such
Palau Guell in Barcelona is a Mansion With Splendid Interior (Spain).
Spain

Palau Guell in Barcelona is a Mansion With Splendid Interior

May 13, 2018 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
The Palau Guell in Barcelona may look ordinary outside but wait until you step on inside. It’s splendid! Truly magnifique!  Barcelona is love not because of its 24/7 party scenes, but also because it has some of the most architecturally and artistically revered ancient buildings such as the Paul Guell
The Plaza Mayor in Salamanca Has No Place For A Dictator (Spain).
Spain

The Plaza Mayor in Salamanca Has No Place For A Dictator

May 10, 2018 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
The Plaza Mayor in Salamanca has no place for a dictator – especially for Francisco Franco who brutally ruled Spain from 1939 – 1975. Nowadays, Spain is continually trying to erase everything that’s related to this Nazi sympathizer. Salamanca has finally done what should have been done long time ago.
Skyline Views from the Top of Milan Duomo / Cathedral (Italy).
Italy

City Skyline: Views from the Top of Milan Cathedral

May 8, 2018 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
If standing on top of Milan Cathedral won’t take your breath away – you better check in yourself to a hospital. 😀 No, I’m not kidding. Milan Duomo is one of the very few man-made architectural wonder that blew my mind away. It’s one of those places you don’t only
Italy

This Arena in Verona is Older Than the Colosseum in Rome

April 26, 2018 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
Standing in all its grandeur, this Arena in Verona has been around in the city for well over 2000 years. I have been to the Colosseum in Rome and although it is larger, unlike Verona Arena, it does not hold immense history in its folds. That is fact no. 1. When
The Splendid Mosaics of San Vitale Basilica in Ravenna (Italy).
Italy

The Splendid Mosaics of Basilica di San Vitale in Ravenna

April 21, 2018 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
Ravenna is called “The City of Mosaics” for places such as the Basilica di San Vitale. I was dazzled by the Byzantine mosaics that played before my eyes and I couldn’t help but contemplate all its historical attributes of this place, not to mention its architectural magnificence. The first stone
Reasons Why You Should Visit The Duomo in Milan (Italy).
Italy

Italy: Reasons Why You Should Visit The Duomo in Milan

April 15, 2018 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments
In Milan, all roads lead to the Duomo – a gigantic cathedral that is as old as the Roman empire itself. Any visitor who does not visit this place hasn’t been to Milan. Why, oh why?  …because I have seen this place and I must say that I was shaken
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