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kyoto imperial palace
Posted May 27, 2006 at 01:06 AM by Omar
Kyoto served as the capital of Japan for over 1000 years, starting from the period when Emperor Kanmu moved the capital from Heijo-kyo in present-day Nara to Nagaoka-kyo in Kyoto. In 794, Emperor Kanmu moved the capital again to Heian-kyo, the current location in the center of present-day Kyoto.
Emperors succeeding Emperor Kanmu [...]
bridgewater temple
Posted June 19, 2006 at 03:11 PM by
The Bridgewater Temple is a work of art. A Hindu temple, it is unlike any other Hindu temple I have been to in the United States. It is designed exactly like temples in India, and even better and more beautiful than some of those. These pictures of the outside (cameras are not allowed inside) give you an idea of the intricate detail of [...]
fuji-q highlands
Posted June 22, 2006 at 02:02 AM by
Fuji-Q Highlands is an exciting amusement park situated right next to Mt. Fuji, and it's a great place to stop for some fun and thrills if you're in the area. The park measures 124 acres and consists of 33 different rides, ranging from slower-paced kiddie fare to looping roller coasters.
Hyatt Hotel, Lake Tahoe
Posted July 02, 2007 at 02:59 AM by Omar
These photos should provide a reasonable tour of the Hyatt Regency Hotel on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe. The hotel and casino are a comfortable - if dated - spot right on the lake. The main benefit is the location - one of the few absolutely waterfront places to stay in Lake Tahoe, especially during the summer. Our days [...]
Summertime in Lake Tahoe
Posted July 02, 2007 at 01:53 AM by Omar
Summer time in Lake Tahoe. The north shore of Lake Tahoe on the beach at the Hyatt Hotel could almost be the French Riviera. You are able to set up camp for the day, order food at your lounger, and just while away the time reading, watching the kids play with sand, and going for occasional dips - chilly dips, but still, no body [...]
