Far East Asia - Part 3

Tourist Attraction: Tokyo

22. December 2009

Tokyo is the capital of Japan and also the largest city of the country. Tokyo has been described as one of three command centers in the world, along with London and New York. Except for being the largest metropolitan economy in the world, it has rise from the ashes of earthquakes and destruction from World War two. Once you are there, you will never get bored in Tokyo. There is always something to see in Tokyo except for the billboards on everything streets and hustle and bustle of people will never make you feel lonely. Never judge a book by it cover; which applies to the urbanized building of Tokyo as out the modern style building still the traditional cultural of Tokyo is still alive. Key attractions Ropponji Hills This place is created with the vision of creating a city within [...]

Modernized Macau

22. December 2009

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Macau is influenced by four hundred years of Portuguese’s and three thousand years of Chinese history which makes it one of the unique cities in China. The land of Macau compared to the other cities in China, like Shanghai, Beijing, etc., is small about 27 kilometers. Macau was the first European colony in china and in 16th century, Portuguese traders got settled here. Macau has vast tourist attraction as it is mixture of Chinese and western architecture. The UNESCO has also confirmed in 2005 that Macau has nearly five centuries of cultural and architectural exchange between Portugal and china. The place also promises a good getaway holiday spot as it has heritages, museums, beaches, hiking and many more. The traveling destination of Macau can be divided into four parts: Downtown [...]

Japan’s Eco-Capital Future: Nagoya

22. December 2009

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Japan is one of the countries who have grown with technology and still has preserved its culture, traditional and the architecture. Cities in Japan like Kyoto and Tokyo is famous for its heritages, even though Nagoya has very limited heritage, it have succeeded in attracting tourists. The port of Nagoya is the largest port in Japan and it has the Asia’s biggest zoo. The history of Nagoya goes four hundred years back. And now it’s the third largest incorporated city and fourth largest populated urban area in Japan. With 2.2 million of population, Nagoya is one of the major transportation hub and also the leading port for international trade. For centuries, Nagoya has been famous for its porcelain, ceramics and lacquer-ware production and now it’s among Japan’s important manufacturing [...]

Discover The Nature Of Hong Kong

18. December 2009

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Hong Kong is one of the most densely populated areas in the world, being home to over seven million people, at the same time it is also the most beautiful and spectacular urban area. Even it is urbanized, it is a great fusion of eye-catching cityscapes and high mountains, heritage sites and widespread green countryside. The majority of population in Hongkong is Chinese, i.e. 95 percent are ethnic Chinese and 5 percent are from other group. Thus being colonial of British Empire for 160 years, Hongkong has a unique combination of western culture and eastern culture which can be seen in its infrastructural design; which is from Chinese ancestral halls to western residence buildings. The harbor view of the Hong Kong, just few minutes away from central, is a mixture of Manhattan and San [...]

“In Heaven There Is Paradise, On Earth There Is Suzhou And Hangzhou” – Chinese Eulogy

18. December 2009

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“In Heaven There Is Paradise, On Earth There Is Suzhou And Hangzhou” – Chinese Eulogy

Hangzhou is one of the most prosperous and mystical city in china. It’s well known for its historic relics and natural scenery, especially for the West Lake. Many poets, writers and painter have been inspired by the west lake. West Lake is surrounded by the beautiful hills and tea plantations. Hangzhou’s economy is mainly run by the tourism. But aside from the tourism, it is also fast growing in privatization and commercialization. Han Zhou is regarded as best city to do business by the Forbes. Being the main attraction of tourism, Hang Zhou promises good time and breathtaking scenery. The sight seeing in hangs Zhou Lingyin temple: it’s a Buddhist temple, one of the largest, wealthiest and best preserved Buddhist temples in the china. Leifeng Pagoda: It is situated [...]

Place Of Culture And Tradition With Modernization: Beijing

17. December 2009

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Place Of Culture And Tradition With Modernization: Beijing

Beijing has a very long history which goes back when it became capital of China in 1421. That’s why it is one of the four great ancient capitals of china. After Shanghai, Beijing is the second largest city in china. It is also a major transportation hub with huge railway, roadways and airways facilities within the city. Beijing is one of the few cities in world who serve as a political and cultural centre. It has also host worlds most prestigious game event ‘Olympics games ‘in 2008. Even though the city has witnessed world wars and Japanese invasion in 1931 followed by the civil war, there are few ancient buildings that would mark has national historical significance and has the most magnificent palaces, temples and large stone walls and gates which are enlisted in UNESCO’s world [...]