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Fujian Tulou: Welcome to the Earthen Houses

Nestled in the lush valleys of southwestern Fujian, tulou (土楼) are Hakka earthen houses distinctive in their architecture and function.

A Tuscan hill town once rivaled Florence in wealth and influence, Siena is famous for its well-preserved historic core and Gothic monuments.

Rattanakosin is an artificial island where the essence of old Bangkok is woven into the fabric of daily life.

Though the Seljuks have faded into history, their enduring legacy is evident in several impressive monuments across the old town of Konya.

With a 600-plus-year history, the villages of southern Anhui (安徽) offer a glimpse into a traditional way of life that gradually disappeared.

For centuries, the Medici had shaped the cityscape of Florence, elevating it into a hub of artistic, intellectual, and political brilliance.

Though today standing in geentel ruins, Ayutthaya offers a glimpse into the past glory of the long-lived kingdom of Siam.

Safranbolu is like a living museum that exhibits the finest examples of traditional Ottoman architecture and urban layout.

Following the conquest of Constantinople, the Ottoman sultans revitalized the new capital city, Istanbul, with palaces, mosques, and bazaars.

Azerai Can Tho is a one-of-a-kind resort. It spreads over an islet on the Mekong River where seclusion, comfort, and natural beauty abound.

Though millenniums have passed since its heydays, evidence of ancient Rome is still very much alive in monuments across the Italian capital.

Behind Jaipur’s earthy pink gates is an energetic city where markets, shops, and splendid architecture jostle against each other.

Though not far from Agra, Gwalior is unknown to tourists. Yet whoever travels here will be surprised by the grandeur of its fort and palace.

The Taj Mahal is the reason that draws visitors to Agra. Yet it’s not the only monument built in the former capital of the Mughal empire.