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Discovering the Charm of Chandu: Inside the Giant Panda Breeding Centre, China

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A Must-See for Every Panda Lover Chengdu, often referred to as the "Home of Giant Pandas," is a city that should be on every traveler’s radar, especially if you’re as captivated by these adorable black-and-white creatures as my kids and I are. We had been dreaming of visiting the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, and when we finally made it in April, it was everything we hoped for,and more. From seeing pandas up close to exploring the beautiful landscapes of this sanctuary, it was a visit that left us with unforgettable memories. Why Chengdu? While Chengdu is rapidly modernizing and becoming one of the fastest-growing cities in the world, it is most famous for its conservation efforts focused on one of the world’s most beloved and endangered animals,the giant panda. Known as a major entryway to some of China’s heritage sites like the Dujiangyan Irrigation System and the Leshan Giant Buddha, Chengdu is also the gateway to the native habitat of the giant panda. Alt...

Avukana Buddha Statue: A Place That Always Brings Peace to My Heart

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A Hidden Gem Off the Beaten Path Sri Lanka is blessed with countless ancient treasures, but among all the places I have visited, the Avukana Buddha statue holds a very special place in my heart. It's one of my favorite destinations in Sri Lanka, and no matter how many times I visit, I always feel that one visit is never enough. Most of the time, I travel there with my family, and every journey leaves us with wonderful memories and a deep sense of peace. Standing majestically in the quiet village of Avukana, this magnificent Buddha statue is more than just a historical monument. It's a masterpiece of ancient Sri Lankan engineering, art, and spirituality that continues to inspire everyone who visits. A Marvel of Ancient Sri Lankan Craftsmanship Believed to have been built during the reign of King Dhathusena in the 5th century AD, the Avukana Buddha statue is one of the finest examples of stone carving from the Anuradhapura era. Carved from a single granite rock, the statue demon...

A Spectacular Visit to the best preserved Royal Garden in the World- Summer Palace

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Beijing is the capital city of the People's Republic of China whose story goes back at least 3000 years and it is also an important military and trading centre of China. In Beijing, you can find a wealth of history, both ancient and modern. In North East of central Beijing, there is a most famous landscaped garden with interesting traditional buildings, Summer Palace situated in Haidian District. It was an imperial garden in the ancient era for royalty. But today it is a retreat for everyone who travel busy and noisy Beijing environment. It is only 20km(12 miles) short drive from central Beijing, but seems like another world.     After spending 5days in Beijing we had a chance to visit gorgeous Palace complex. Me and my family were at the Summer Palace in late April 2017 and we spent a whole day here after seeing the Great Wall the day before. In the garden, the weather is slightly cooler than in the city of Beijing. Definitely this will happily engage you for a full da...

Incredible Proud History Full of Spirit - Sacred City of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka

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Sri Lanka is a country with a rich and great ancient history spanning 1000 years. One of the most famous historic capitals is the sacred Buddhist city Anuradhapura is estimated 2500-3000 years old. It was the Sri Lanka's very first capital of 4th century BC to 11th century AD. Anuradhapura was the heart of gorgeous Sinhalese Buddhist civilization. It is an attractive place to visit if you wish to learn a bit more about the interesting history and rich culture of this beautiful country. Ruled by 113 successive Kings and 4 queens, Anuradhapura is a majestic place of magnificent palaces,  beautiful gardens, giant stupas, elegant sculptures and grand Buddhist Temples. It is in the Cultural Triangle of Sri Lanka, Kandy , Sigiriya ,Dambulla, Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa.   The 3 major ‘Stupa’ (a dome-shaped building erected as a Buddhist shrine) - ' Ruwanweliseya', 'Mirisawetiya', 'Jethawanaramaya' are the biggest architectural creations of the ancient world...