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The temples an monasteries are a popular tourist destination in China. These grand but humble buildings are of ancient origin and hold a deep, spiritual resonance with the area. This post looks at Xumi Fushou monastery in Chengde. Built in 1780 by emperor Qianlong, Xumi Fushou monastery is built in a similar fashion to the Zhashilunpu monastery where the Panchen Lama lived in Shigatse, Tibet. Though it incorporates many Chinese architectural elements....
Many holiday makers travel and enjoy foreign locations each year. Absorbing a different area and atmosphere can be a refreshing and unique experience. There is a way however, to add a whole new element to the way you travel. That is in becoming completely attuned and savvy with another country. This is nothing more than learning a foreign countries language and completely immersing yourself in its culture. Doing this is a shock to...
Many of us from the UK dream of not just traveling abroad, but trading everything in and moving over there permanently. Better weather, better exchange rates a less hectic lifestyle, these are some of the draws that pull us in. But is it a good idea, to trade in your current lifestyle for a new one? This brings up the first point, you are not really gaining anything extra from moving abroad. More, exchanging...
Traveling abroad to study can be a immensely gratifying experience. The opportunity to spend a period of time learning the history and ways of another culture can have many positive benefits on your outlook on life. Studying abroad may seem like something that only has a positive outcome. However it may be worth considering if it is something you would truly benefit from. Not everyone gets the same experience from studying...
Long haul flights are the perfect opportunity to catch up on movies that you’ve been putting off. With several hours in a chair, you have the time to get through a fair bit of cinema. But what sort of movies should you watch? When picking what films to bring with you, its important to think about where you are going to be watching them. An aeroplane is a public space, so films of...