Viennese coffee culture is well known. Through centuries, the Viennese has elevated the consumption of this hot beverage into a way of life.
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Gangnam District: From Zero to Hero
Expensive, exclusive and elite are the most appropriate words to describe Seoul’s Gangnam district. It’s indeed a place to see and be seen.
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Saint Gall: A Cultural Gem in Eastern Switzerland
Saint Gall is not high on the list of Switzerland’s top destinations. But if you walk inside its Abbey, you can discover a true cultural gem.
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Oslo: A Culture Trip to Norway’s Capital
Many visitors were left surprised to discover that Oslo’s cultural scene is so rich, with museums and galleries rivalling any city in Europe.
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Arashiyama: A Beautiful Retreat near Kyoto
Resembling an ink wash painting, Arashiyama in the western outskirt of Kyoto has long been a favourite escape of the Japanese elites.
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Nijō Castle and a Spectacular Kimono Exhibition
Wide moats, massive walls and imposing keeps, Nijō Castle demonstrates the power of the Tokugawa shoguns – rulers of Japan for over 260 years.
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Fushimi Inari: A Stroll through Thousands of Torii
Best known for its endless trail of vermillion torii, Fushimi Inari in southern Kyoto is one of Japan’s most important Shinto shrines.
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Korean Cuisine: The Korean Barbecue
The sizzling sound, the irresistible aroma and the savoury meat, Korean barbecue has never failed to impress hungry visitors.
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Azerai La Residence : An Art Deco Gem in Hue
Setting on the river bank, Azerai La Residence is an enchanting place to stay in Hue. It took identity from a 1930-built Art Deco mansion.
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Jeju: South Korea’s Natural Wonder
A natural wonder just off the southern coast of the country – Jeju Island offers a stark contrast to the concrete jungle in Seoul or Busan.
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Back to Childhood at Jeju Teddy Bear Museum
Opened in 2001, Jeju Teddy Bear Museum is the first of its kind in Asia. In this funnel-shaped building, hundreds of bear cubs are on display.
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East Jeju: The Tale of A Dramatic Coast
Evidence of a turbulent creation, East Jeju is characterised by extinct volcanoes and craters. Over time, nature has, however, revitalised this place.
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West Jeju: A Journey Off the Beaten Path
West Jeju is where the island hides its beauty. Unlike the rocky eastern coast, it looks more pleasant with evergreen gardens and turquoise coloured water.
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Haedong Yonggungsa: Spirituality by the Sea
Perching on a sea cliff in northeastern Busan, Haedong Yonggungsa is undoubtedly one of Korea’s most impressive worship places.
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