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Senso-ji
11 Jan 2017

Senso-ji

by Kevin | posted in: Adventure, Architecture, Photography, Religious Sites, Travel | 0

Very near Tokyo Skytree, is the very old neighborhood of Asakusa, home to one of Tokyo’s iconic sights, Senso-ji. This ancient Buddhist temple with giant red lanterns at the gates, is Tokyo’s oldest. The robust architecture of the temple itself … Continued

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Tokyo Japan Temple
29 Dec 2016

Tokyo Japan Temple

by Kevin | posted in: Adventure, Architecture, Photography, Religious Sites | 0

The highlight of my time in Japan was the few days I spent doing service in the Tokyo Japan Temple. I am so happy that these sacred buildings dot the earth. I may not live conveniently close to one for … Continued

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Japan – First Impressions
7 Dec 2016

Japan – First Impressions

by Kevin | posted in: Adventure, Architecture, Historic Site, Photography, Religious Sites, Travel | 0

First impressions of a new place can impact an entire adventure. My first impressions of Japan only helped my week-long adventure be more spectacular. Japan is a clean, friendly, and orderly place, which is a vast contrast to my current … Continued

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Temple Square and More Utah
26 Oct 2016

Temple Square and More Utah

by Kevin | posted in: Adventure, Historic Site, Museum, Photography, Religious Sites, Travel | 0

A visit to the Wasatch Front of Utah should always include an excursion to Temple Square. For me it wasn’t just to see the magnificent temple or other buildings or walk through the lovely gardens but to experience the new … Continued

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Provo City Center Temple
25 Oct 2016

Provo City Center Temple

by Kevin | posted in: Adventure, Architecture, Photography, Religious Sites | 0

From Provo Tabernacle to Provo City Center Temple In 1886, the Provo Tabernacle was completed as a regional meeting place for Latter-day Saints in Utah Valley. For more than 100 years, the building served not only as a religious sanctuary … Continued

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Back to AZ
19 Oct 2016

Back to AZ

by Kevin | posted in: Adventure, Architecture, National Historic Landmark, Photography, Religious Sites, Travel | 0

Our road trip to Utah took the long route from Dallas, so we could stop in Phoenix to spend time with family and friends. I really enjoyed my time in the Valley of the Sun and throughout Arizona when I … Continued

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My Midnight in Paris – Historic Banks of the Seine
30 Sep 2016

My Midnight in Paris – Historic Banks of the Seine

by Kevin | posted in: Adventure, Architecture, Museum, Photography, Religious Sites, Travel, UNESCO World Heritage | 0

Walking the Seine River From the Eiffel Tower I walked toward the Seine River through the city. I wanted to walk the streets of this storied city before walking the banks of the river. Eventually, I found the river at … Continued

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NANTA, Jongmyo Shrine, and the Seoul LDS Temple
23 Sep 2016

NANTA, Jongmyo Shrine, and the Seoul LDS Temple

by Kevin | posted in: Adventure, Architecture, Photography, Religious Sites, Travel, UNESCO World Heritage | 0

NANTA She said, “Go see NANTA if you can get tickets.” Based on the advice of my friend, I looked up this strange acronym and found it to be a comedy performance. We got tickets not knowing what to really … Continued

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Seoul, Korea
6 Sep 2016

Seoul, Korea

by Kevin | posted in: Adventure, Architecture, Historic Site, Photography, Religious Sites, Travel | 0

I found myself with a few days off in a row and wanting to go somewhere. With cheap and short airfare from Beijing, Seoul, Korea became the destination. A place I had only stopped over in the airport before, Korea … Continued

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Baha’i Lotus Temple and More in Delhi
3 Jun 2016

Baha’i Lotus Temple and More in Delhi

by Kevin | posted in: Adventure, Architecture, Historic Site, India, Photography, Religious Sites | 0

With several hours until our late night flight out of Delhi, we had a chance to do some things we missed in Delhi the first time. This included a visit to the India Gate, driving a little closer by the … Continued

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