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Exploring Japanese Cemeteries: Stories, Traditions, and Spiritual Serenity 

When I first visited a Japanese cemetery, I was amazed by how peaceful and unique it seemed compared to cemeteries throughout the world. It radiates a unique harmony—a blend of nature, spirituality, and tradition. Towering wooden planks, known as sotoba, stood silently behind stone graves, their carved inscriptions seeming to whisper ancient secrets. I couldn’tContinueContinue reading “Exploring Japanese Cemeteries: Stories, Traditions, and Spiritual Serenity “

Discover the Charm of Calpe: A Coastal Gem in Spain.

Calpe is a Spanish picturesque town, on the Mediterranean Sea, gem of Costa Blanca and it has been a popular tourist destination.   Calp is famous for its beautiful beaches, rich history, spectacular natural beauty, and is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to the Costa Blanca.  Calpe has a long and rich history datingContinueContinue reading “Discover the Charm of Calpe: A Coastal Gem in Spain.”

Interesting place in Paris: the Centre Pompidou and Stravinsky Fountain.

This post appears first on my Triptipedia page. In the heart of Paris, not far from the Louvre and the Ile de la Cité, near Les Halles in the 4th arrondissement, you can find high distinctive and remarkable construction: the Centre Pompidou (the Centre national d’art et de culture Georges-Pompidou) and the Stravinsky Fountain.  To begin with, IContinueContinue reading “Interesting place in Paris: the Centre Pompidou and Stravinsky Fountain.”

Best attractions in the Florence and skip the line tickets to the galleries.

Florence Florence is one of the most delightful cities in Italy. So rich in art, architecture, history and it is one of my favorite ones.  Our trip was really amazing that I can endlessly talk about it. There is so much to see, learn, admire, and explore.  All the traveling tips are based on myContinueContinue reading “Best attractions in the Florence and skip the line tickets to the galleries.”

Visiting South Dakota: Mount Rushmore Memorial and Keystone Town. Part 1.

Mount Rushmore National Memorial Every country or city has a recognizable iconic place or famous symbol.  Even at a glance, you can tell where it is.   The United States is identified with The Statue of Liberty, Las Vegas, The Grand Canyon National Park and, of course, Mount Rushmore National Memorial with the impressive monumental sculptureContinueContinue reading “Visiting South Dakota: Mount Rushmore Memorial and Keystone Town. Part 1.”

Art in Minneapolis and around the world.

Minneapolis is a large modern city and the capital of Minnesota, United States.  Even in this dynamic Metropolis, I felt good and comfortable during our visit. Needless to  say, that Minneapolis is a popular tourist destination.  The Minneapolis and St. Paul are Twin Cities and full of unique things to do and see.  The Minneapolis skyline looks so impressive. It has 190 completed  high-rise buildings and 39  of them taller than 300 feet (91 m). The highest building in Minneapolis is the 57-story IDS Center (241 m), designed by architect Philip Johnson. Another two tallest buildings are the Capella Tower (236 m) and the Wells Fargo Center (236 m).  The city offers beautiful parks, amazing nature and zoo. Also, Minneapolis is an art city and center of folk, funk music, museums, ballet and theatres.  Mall of America Some cities have a recognisable symbol: Eifel Tower — Paris, Colosseum  — Rome, Big Ben — London, Red SquareContinueContinue reading “Art in Minneapolis and around the world.”

Spain:  Candeleda.

Have you heard of Candeleda? I didn’t, until I received an inquiry from my reader to write about it.  I was very intrigued by that request. I did research. And here it is…  I am very glad to tell you about this lovely place and share all the information that I found.   Perhaps, some travelers can includeContinueContinue reading “Spain:  Candeleda.”

Ah, Japan!

Japan is the most amazing and technologically advanced country in the world. My husband and I went to Japan last year. We decided to spend one week in Tokyo, and I absolutely fell in love with this city. The city is modern and futuristic and also historic and traditional. Beautiful harmony and spirits there.   TokyoContinueContinue reading “Ah, Japan!”

One day trip to Peterhof from St. Petersburg, Russia.

Original post located on Triptipedia. Please click here to visit my page. If you are planning to go to St Petersburg, Russia, please include in your itinerary a one-day trip to Royal summer residence Peterhof. The idea to build a magnificent palace ensemble with fountains belonged to Tsar Peter the Great ( Peter I). You willContinueContinue reading “One day trip to Peterhof from St. Petersburg, Russia.”