1. Kelimutu crater lakes in Flores Island, Indonesia

          Wonders of nature The Lake is a Lake at Indonesia 3 colors are on the chimney fire mountain on the island of khelimutu (Kelimutu Volcano), Flores (Flores Island) is part of the Lesser Sunda Islands (Lesser Sunda Islands), Indonesia country. Beautiful this size. It is one of the attractions is famous and has been popular with many tourists.

 

2. Three Natural Bridges National Geopark,China

          Three Natural Bridges National Geopark (Tian Keng San Qiao) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located about 12 kilometers north of Wulong in Chongqing Municipality, China. The gorge here contains three large natural bridges (actually four, since the first one is a double arch) as well as waterfalls and caves. Persons wishing to visit this area can contact Raymond Hardy for travel information.

 

3. Chittorgarh Fort, India

          Chittorgarh, also called Chittaur, from the 7th century to the 16th, was the capital of Mewar under the Rajputs. Chittaur evokes memories of great heroism and sacrifice by Rajput men and women in the intermittent battles that they had to fight against invaders from Northwest or Delhi. Chittaur witnessed both the ravages of war and the triumphs of the spirit. Allaudin Khilji who coveted Queen Padmini of Chittaur, invaded the city in 1303 A.D. Queen Padmini and the women of the court sacrificed themselves in a pyre of fire rather than submit to anybody. This supreme sacrifice has been called ‘Jauhar’ and epitomises the fiery spirit of the Rajputs of the day. The city stands strewn with monuments and battlements as evidence of the blood and gore that it went through in medieval times.

 

4. Motonosumi-inari Shrine, Japan

          An impressive view of red shrine gates stretching out in a row with the clear blue ocean and lush greenery in the background. Motonosumi Inari Shrine facing the Japan Sea in Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, is a spectacular sight of beautiful contrasting colors.

          This shrine houses the sacred spirits that were split about 60 years ago from Taikodani Inari Shrine in neighboring Shimane Prefecture. It is said the shrine originated from a story where a God posing as a white fox appeared in the dream of a local fisherman, telling him to enshrine it in the area. The most impressive part of the shrine is the 123 shrine gates that stand in a row stretching over 100m (328ft.) People wish for a good catch of fish, success in business and a safe voyage while walking through the shrine gates that resemble a tunnel. It is considered that the God makes a variety of wishes come true including finding a good match or having a baby.

 

5. Ha Long Bay,Vietnam

          “Ha Long” means “Bay of Descending Dragons” (Chinese: 下龍灣; Xiàlóngwān,Haa4 Lung4 Waan1), though prior to the 19th century this name was not recorded in any document or archive. When mentioning the present-day Quang Ninh Sea or Ha Long Bay, old historical books often referred to them by the names of An Bang, Luc Thuy or Van Don. Not until the late 19th century did the name of Ha Long Bay appear on a French Marine Map. The Hai Phong News, a French newspaper of the time, had an article, Dragon appears on Ha Long Bay, reporting the following story: In 1898 a sub-lieutenant named Lagredin, captaining the Avalanse reported seeing a huge sea snake on Ha Long Bay. This was also witnessed by many of the crews. Thus emerged the European image of the Asian dragon. Whether this appearance of a strange animal looking like a dragon resulted the name of Ha Long Bay is not known.

 

6. Shifen Waterfall ,Taiwan

          Shifen Waterfall is one of the most famous in Taiwan.  It is not very tall (20m) but it is wide (40m) and powerful.  It forms a horseshoe and has been nicknamed the Little Niagara even though it is much smaller.  Shifen is a very popular stop along the historic and stunning Pingxi Railroad.  The government recently took control of the waterfall area and it should be free now. The hike: It is a 15 minute walk east from the town/station to the waterfall with plenty of signs (some in Chinese) along the way.  You cannot drive to the waterfall.  Alternatively you can do the longer Sandiaoling Waterfall Trail and get off the train in Sandiaoling.  It will probably take about 3-4 hours to complete the trail including some time at Shifen Falls.

 

7. WAT PHO,Thailand

          Wat Pho was built as a restoration of an earlier temple on the same site, Wat Phodharam, with work beginning in 1788. It was restored and extended in the reign of King Rama III (1824-51), and restored again in 1982. Wat Pho is the birthplace of traditional Thai massage. Even prior to the temple’s founding, the site was a center of education for traditional Thai medicine, and statues were created showing yoga positions. During the Rama III restoration plaques inscribed with medical texts were placed around the temple, while in 1962 a school for traditional medicine and massage was established.

 

8. Shiratani Unsuikyo Gorge, Japan

          Yakushima is an island located in 60km (37.3 miles) to the south of the southernmost tip of Kyushu island. With a climate ranging from subtropical to cool-temperate, its diverse and highly unique ecosystem and beautiful nature have been highly regarded and Yakushima Island was registered as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site in 1993. It is also called “the island of ancient forest and water” because of the huge Yaku cedars, which are over 1,000 years old, moss and abundant water system.

 

9. Taj Mahal, India

          Taj Mahal represents the finest architectural and artistic achievement through perfect harmony and excellent craftsmanship in a whole range of Indo-Islamic sepulchral architecture. It is a masterpiece of architectural style in conception, treatment and execution and has unique aesthetic qualities in balance, symmetry and harmonious blending of various elements.

 

10. Bagan,Myanmar

          Bagan, located on the banks of the Ayeyarwady (Irrawaddy) River, is home to the largest and densest concentration of Buddhist temples, pagodas, stupas and ruins in the world with many dating from the 11th and 12th centuries. The shape and construction of each building is highly significant in Buddhism with each component part taking on spiritual meaning. With regards to tour comparison between this immense archeological site and the other significant archeological gem of Southeast Asia, the Angkor sites, this analogy may be helpful: Angkor ruins are like a Chinese Lauriat banquet where food is presented in spectacular servings with a suspenseful wait between items which are hidden beneath curtains of forests. On the other hand, Bagan is served in Spanish Tapas style, the ingredients exposed to the customer and shown in small bite-size servings, with the next attraction close and visible at hand, in shorter intervals.