“Located within what was once the estuary of the River Kaystros, Ephesus comprises successive Hellenistic and Roman settlements founded on new locations, which followed the coastline as it retreated westward. Excavations have revealed grand monuments of the Roman Imperial period including the Library of Celsus and the Great Theatre. Little remains of the famous …
We had been planning to visit Nagasaki for quite some time. When we had a chance for a short visit, we did not think twice to book the flight. It was a spontaneous trip over the weekend. All in all we could visit the highlights of the city without spreading ourselves too thin. There are two …
Let’s face it the weakening yen is a blessing for any shopaholic visiting Japan. Japan now has become a shopping destination for tourists who enjoy tax free benefit from many stores. When in Tokyo where do shopaholics go to hunt branded items at cheaper price? No better answer than factory outlets. Certain goods are …
There are two things come to people’s mind when hearing Shibuya: Hachiko statue and Shibuya pedestrian crossing. Nothing represents Shibuya better than these two. I’m sure you know Hachiko well from Richard Gere’s 2009 movie: Hachiko. The movie was based on a true story of unshaken loyalty of an Akita dog, waiting for his …
Going around Shinjuku is always fascinating for everyone including us. There are so many things to see and do around Shinjuku anytime of the day. As a major commercial and administrative district, Shinjuku is rarely quite. Weekend is an exceptional case for some parts of Shinjuku, like the street where Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower …
It feels like yesterday when I packed my things and moved in to Tokyo. One and half years flew quickly. I heart Tokyo as a home now. It’s so easy to fall in love with Tokyo, a place where almost everything is well organised, clean and safe. I always love wandering around the city, finding …
