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![]() ![]() WORLDWIDE DESTINATIONS FEATURES TO WHET YOUR APPETITE JAPAN 1. Journey back in time as you walk through the grounds and main hall of the Senso-ji Temple in Tokyo. 2. Explore the ancient city of Kamakura, the birthplace of the Samurai way of life. 3. Visit the Temple of Kiyomizu-dera and its breathtaking setting at Kyoto. 4. The Atomic Bomb Dome at Hiroshima is a sobering sight, and the Peace Flame is a poignant reminder of past atrocities. 5. At Nara view the 8th century colossal bronze image Daibutsu (Great Buddha). 6. By contrast, the Ginza shopping district in Tokyo is the epitome of modern Japan. CHINA 1. Visit Tian An Men Square, centre of the modern capital and the symbol of modern day China. 2. Explore the Forbidden City which dates from the 15th century and served as the Imperial Court to the Ming and Qing dynasties. 3. Marvel at the impressive Great Wall of China, one of the world's greatest architectural wonders. 4. Discover the Ming Tombs where 13 Chinese Emperors are buried in an exquisite valley setting. 5. View the famous Terracota Warriors at the Qin tombs. 1,000 life-like pottery warriors are buried at the site. 6. The Jade Buddha Temple has a rare piece of historic relic - the seated Jade Buddha. 7. The Reed-Flute Cave at Guilin dates back over 1,000 years and is widely acclaimed as an 'Art gallery of Nature'. 8. Relax on the Lijiang River Cruise which zig-zags through a multitude of hills against a backdrop of steep peaks resembling a gallery of natural beauty. 9. View Hong Kong, the former British colony from Victoria Peak. AUSTRALIA 1. Aboard the Kuranda Train, discover the rugged mountain and splenderous falls on a journey through the unique scenery of the rainforest and tablelands. 2. Experience the exotic culture of the Aborigines at the Tjpukai Aboriginal Dance Theatre. 3. Explore the underwater world of the Outer Great Barrier Reef where one will see myriads of tropical fish and magnificent coral formations. 4. End the day viewing the beautiful array of colors across the sky as the sun sets over Ayers Rock 5. Take a city tour of Sydney and view a variety of sights including the futuristic Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Bondi Beach. TURKEY 1. Visit the oldest and largest palace in the world, Topaki Palace, once the imperial seat of the Ottoman Empire. 2. Conquer the capital of Roman Asia Minor, Ephesus which also served as home for St. Paul between 54 and 57 AD. 3. View the spectacular limestone cascades formed by hot mineral springs in the charming resort city of Pamukkale. 4. Relax on an enjoyable cruise down the Bosphorus River. |
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