Piccadilly Circus
Piccadilly Circus (the word ‘circus’ in this case is taken from the Latin word meaning circle) is a famous public area located in the City of Westminster in London’s West End. It was constructed back in 1819 to connect Piccadilly with Regent Street. The busy…
Forest of Stele Museum: A Journey Back in Time
In true Chinese culture, whenever an occasion called for celebration, the event was commemorated by erecting steles, a tall slab made of wood or stone inscribed with the names of the people they wished to celebrate. Paradoxically, these same steles were also used to mourn…
Jinli Street
One of the most famous areas for shopping in Chengdu, Jinli Street is a lively part of the city and one which also boasts a rich history. Dating back to the Qin Dynasty, this area has an old world charm which takes one back to…
Dambulla Cave Temple
For a small island in the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka comes densely packed with historical and natural attractions. Making a mark on almost any historic landmark or building is the country’s main religion of Buddhism. Combining centuries old Buddhist art and a stunning natural location,…