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The Many Vistas of Prague

Clint R — Tue, 11 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Before our visit to Prague – the first stop after leaving Germany – we’d heard high praise of the city’s beauty. However, on arrival we realized we weren’t really fully prepared for the sight. Prague is, without a doubt, one of the most beautiful cities in the world. The city has been historically significant since […]

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Exploring the Medieval City of Nürnburg

Clint R — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Today Nürnburg is most well-known for its history under the Nazi regime (and the so-named trials after WWII; however the city has a long and extensive history dating back to the 11th century. The city is spread out with over 500k inhabitants these days, but the “Old Town” in the center is still full of […]

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Würzburg am Main – A Day Trip to Franconia

Clint R — Sun, 02 Jul 2023 01:00:00 +0000

Würzburg am Main is located in Franconia (a.k.a. northern Bavaria, but don’t let them catch you calling them Bavarian) spanning the banks of the Main river. The city’s settlement dates back to the Bronze age, and once housed a Roman fort. While visiting family in Wertheim and the surrounding region, we took a day trip […]

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Hohenzollern Castle – Checking Out the Prussian Emperor’s House

Clint R — Tue, 27 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Hohenzollern Castle is – as the name implies – a castle located on top of Hohenzollern mountain. It is also the ancestral seat of the imperial House of Hohenzollern. The castle covers the entire top of the mountain, looming large over the region. The current structure was completed in 1867 and is actually the 3rd […]

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Hawa Mahal – Why They Call Jaipur the Pink City

Clint R — Sun, 11 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Continuing our journey around India’s Golden Triangle, we took a train ride from Agra to Jaipur. The train ride was scenic – though the safety standards aren’t exactly what you’ll find in the rest of the world. Don’t fall out! Jaipur is the capital city of Rajasthan in India, and – like the rest of […]

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Daybreak At the Taj Mahal

Clint R — Tue, 06 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +0000

After a fairly long journey from Tokyo to Agra (via Hanoi Noi Bai Airport and Delhi) we decided to check-off the main attraction in India’s Golden Triangle region. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the 7 Modern Wonders of the World, the Taj Mahal absolutely does not disappoint. The structure was built from […]

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Mt. Fuji is Very Photogenic

Clint R — Wed, 31 May 2023 12:00:00 +0000

You can take amazing photographs all over Japan; however Mt. Fuji still deserves special recognition. This mountain – the tallest in Japan, at 3,776 meters (12,388 ft) – stands out like a beacon among much lower surroundings. Up close Fujisan dominates the skyline, but on a clear day the peak is visible as far as […]

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Chasing Cherry Blossoms in Japan

Clint R — Fri, 19 May 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Sakura – or Cherry Blossom – season is a pretty big deal in Japan. The government actually publishes a cherry blossom forecast to help people plan! While the specific dates for peak blooms fluctuate every year, the best time to view Japanese cherry blossoms in bloom is typically in late March/early April. We were fortunate […]

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Ancient Temples, Shrines, and Palaces in Kyoto, Japan

Clint R — Sun, 14 May 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Kyoto was originally settled in 794 AD, and was the capital of Japan for over 1,000 years. Needless to say the city is packed full of ancient historical sites, from grand palaces and castles to small shrines and temples. We spent several days in Kyoto, and used bicycles to explore as much of the city […]

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The Very Busy Streets of Tokyo, Japan

Clint R — Tue, 09 May 2023 12:00:00 +0000

The picture above was taken from the 45th floor of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, which offers 2 free observatories. The view is impressive, with the city stretching as far as the eye can see in every direction. This is the view from the opposite side of the same observatory: Despite the massive scale of […]

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