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Tour the temple complex where for many years imperial scholars would pray to the philosopher Confucius before sitting their tough examinations.

This green breathing space provides a quiet haven for rest, sport and recreation away from the madding crowds, for residents and visitors alike.

Experience a colorful prism of ancient culture, breathtaking Himalayan and tropical landscapes, impressive architecture and festivals in this South Asian country.

Discover what life was like for mountain farmers during the Edo period at this preserved rural village.

A widow built this temple in 1606 to pay homage to her late warrior husband. Today, it survives as an eye-catching site of tranquility with postcard-pretty gardens.

Discover what life was like for mountain farmers during the Edo period at this preserved rural village.

See a variety of native plants alongside ornate pavilions, stalls and a pretty lake as you meander through this green space in the city centre. 

Art, elaborate gardens and a giant gate await at this temple that stands tall as one of the most important of its kind in the country.

Futuristic and fascinating, Tokyo is a world city that should be on everyone\'s travel agenda.

Close to Taipei is a stunning and geologically diverse national park with hiking trails, ornamental silver grass, sub-tropical rainforest and volcanic landscapes.

Explore the islands, temples, bonsai museum and beautiful flower- and tree-filled gardens of a huge park with an ancient history.

This temple is a hidden gem with majestic halls that open to the public on select occasions.

More than any other site, this shrine is celebrated for the unrivaled autumnal colors of the trees surrounding the spiritual Zen haven.

Discover what life was like for mountain farmers during the Edo period at this preserved rural village.

See a variety of native plants alongside ornate pavilions, stalls and a pretty lake as you meander through this green space in the city centre. 

This oasis of spectacular natural beauty has inspired poets and artists with its sparkling water, misty mountains and traditional pagodas.

Art, elaborate gardens and a giant gate await at this temple that stands tall as one of the most important of its kind in the country.

Admire the grandiose aesthetic of this mansion, once home to a successful and wealthy merchant family.