I had seen everything I planned to see in Pretoria, but I wasn’t done there yet. I had hunted done the 1913 Pretoria guide through the National Library website and ask a librarian feature. My great grandfather mentioned this guide … Continued
Prague has a rich Jewish heritage over the centuries, which is preserved in the Jewish Museum. Also, during those centuries, the Jewish community experienced discrimination and multiple expulsions. Prior to the Nazi “Jewish Question in Bohemia and Moravia,” there were … Continued
One of my favorite museums in Beijing, the Beijing Stone Carving Art Museum is delightful! On the site of the Zhenjue Temple, this museum uses the temple as the central part of its collection. It was built during the 15th … Continued
Not far from Taipei 101, the Sun YatSen Memorial Hall stands as a testament to the influence of one man for so much change. Sun YatSen is respected in Taiwan and on the mainland. He is the father of modern … Continued
Massive colorful halls. Sweeping pointed eaves. Elaborate colorful woodwork and detailed stone carvings. Buddhist. Taoist. Traditional Chinese. Islamic. Peaceful meditative sanctuaries. Fragrant smoky air. These are just a few ways to describe the magnificent and diverse temples of Beijing that … Continued
The Poly Group is one of the largest entertainment companies in China owning theaters and other amusements all around the country. It is also a major collector of Ancient Chinese artifacts, particularly bronzes. To showcase this collection, the Poly Group’s … Continued
Xiannongtan or the Altar of Agriculture is one of Beijing’s ancient imperial altars where the emperor would perform sacrificial rites and ceremonies. As I wrote about before, this altar lies at the southern end of the Dragon Line on the … Continued
Recently, I’ve been visiting temples all over Beijing, Buddhist temples, Taoist temples, a mosque, etc. Dazhongsi or the Great Bell Temple is just a mile from where I’ve lived for the last three years. I attempted visiting before, but it … Continued
