The Charming Longhua Pagoda and Longhua Temple
0Open for public visits as the ‘Longhua Park’, the Longhua Pagoda and Temple area attracts large numbers of tourists both local and international. Positioned towards the southwest region of the city, Longhua Pagoda and Temple was built in 274 AD. The impressive, Longhua Temple which boasts a history of 1700 years is renowned as Shanghai’s oldest and largest temple. The temple alone occupies a total land area of more than 20,000 square metres. Some of …
Old Quarter – The marvellous 36 streets
0Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam is located on the right bank of the Red River. It is home to the popular tourist attraction known as the Old Quarter, which comprises almost 40 streets packed with goods of all kinds. As the most ancient and incessantly developed area of Vietnam, Hanoi’s Old Quarter boasts a history of 2000 years and symbolizes the eternal spirit of the city. Having originated as an alligator and snake-infested swamp, it …
Dining in Shanghai – a tantalizing array of options
0Given its size, it is no surprise that China consists of a heady blend of various cultures and nationalities. Shanghai, an important economic and cultural hub is known to offer a melting pot of tantalising cuisine influenced by the many cultures found in China. In addition, Shanghai is a great tourist as well as business destination. It certainly doesn’t disappoint the traveller who seeks to try authentic Chinese cultural food as well as the traveller …
