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1. Taj Mahal
India » IND
Place » Historical Place

Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282001, India

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The Taj Mahal is one of the most famous and iconic landmarks in India. It is located in the city of Agra, in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh. The Taj Mahal is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

2. Great Wall of China
China » Beijing
Place » Historical Place

Huairou, China

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The Great Wall of China is one of the world's most iconic landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a series of fortifications made of stone, brick, tamped earth, wood, and other materials. The Great Wall of China is generally built along an east-to-west line across the historical northern borders of China.

3. Itsukushima
Japan » Chugoku
Place » Island

Japan

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Itsukushima, also known as Miyajima, is a small island located in the Seto Inland Sea of Japan, near the city of Hiroshima. It is renowned for its iconic Itsukushima Shrine, which is famous for its floating torii gate and its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

4. Leshan Giant Buddha
China » Sichuan
Place » Historical Place

Leshan, Sichuan, China

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The Leshan Giant Buddha is a 71m tall stone statue, built between 713 and 803, depicting Maitreya. It is carved out of a cliff face that lies at the confluence of the Min River and Dadu River in the southern part of Sichuan province in China, near the city of Leshan.

5. Agra Fort
India » IND
Place » Historical Place

Rakabganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282001, India

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Agra Fort, also known as the Red Fort of Agra, is a historic fort located in the city of Agra, in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated about 2.5 kilometers northwest of the Taj Mahal. The fort is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is considered one of the finest examples of Mughal architecture in India.

6. Lantau Island
China » Lantau Island
Place » City

Lantau Island, Hong Kong

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Lantau Island is the largest island in Hong Kong, located at the mouth of the Pearl River. It is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, offering a range of attractions and activities. Its population was 105,000 in 2011.

7. Chittorgarh Fort
India » IND
Place » Historical Place

Chittorgarh Fort Village, Chittorgarh, Rajasthan 312001, India

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Chittorgarh Fort, located in the city of Chittorgarh, Rajasthan, India, is one of the largest and most historically significant forts in the country. It stands atop a hill and covers a vast area of approximately 700 acres, making it the largest fort in India. It is a World Heritage Site.

8. Fushimi Inari Taisha
Japan » Kyoto
Place » Historical Place

68 Fukakusa Yabunouchicho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, 612-0882, Japan

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Fushimi Inari Taisha is one of the most famous and iconic Shinto shrines in Kyoto, Japan. It is renowned for its thousands of vibrant red torii gates that create a mesmerizing tunnel-like path through a dense forest.

9. Hitachi Seaside Park
Japan » Ibaraki
Place » Outdoors

Hitachinaka, Ibaraki, Japan

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Hitachi Seaside Park is a popular public park located in Hitachinaka, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan. It is renowned for its stunning flower gardens, spacious grounds, and recreational facilities. Its ever-changing floral landscapes, recreational amenities, and beautiful surroundings make it a delightful destination to enjoy the beauty of nature throughout the seasons.

10. Aogashima Volcano
Japan » Tokyo
Place » Tourism

Aogashima, Tokyo Japan

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Aogashima is a small volcanic island located approximately 358 kilometers south of Tokyo, Japan. The island is part of the Izu Islands, which are part of the larger Tokyo Islands chain. The island has a small population of around 170 people, who primarily make a living through fishing and agriculture. The island is accessible by boat or helicopter, but there are no regular ferry services to the island.

11. Forbidden City
China » Beijing
Place » Historical Place

Dongcheng, Beijing, China

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The Forbidden City was the Chinese imperial palace from the Ming dynasty to the end of the Qing dynasty. It is located in the center of Beijing, China, and now houses the Palace Museum.

12. Tokyo Skytree
Japan » Tokyo
Place » Tourism

Japan, 〒131-0045 Tokyo, Sumida, Oshiage, 1−1−2

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Tokyo Skytree is a broadcasting, restaurant, and observation tower in Sumida, Tokyo, Japan. It became the tallest structure in Japan in 2010 and reached its full height of 634.0 metres in March 2011.

13. Tokyo DisneySea
Japan » Chiba
Place » Amusement

1-13 Maihama, Urayasu, Chiba 279-0031, Japan

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Tokyo DisneySea is a unique and highly popular theme park located in Urayasu, Chiba Prefecture, Japan. It is one of the two major Disney theme parks in the Tokyo Disney Resort complex, with the other being Tokyo Disneyland. Tokyo DisneySea offers a distinct and immersive experience that sets it apart from other Disney parks around the world.

14. Nagoya Castle
Japan » Chubu
Place » Historical Place

1-1 Honmaru, Naka Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 460-0031, Japan

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Nagoya Castle was constructed on the orders of Ieyasu TOKUGAWA in order to secure an important position on the Tokaido road and to ward off attacks from the direction of Osaka. Nagoya Castle was destroyed in 1945 during the bombing of Nagoya in World War II and the reconstruction and repair of the castle has been ongoing since 1957.

15. Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall
Taiwan » Taipei
Place » Historical Place

Taipei, Taiwan

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The Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall is a prominent landmark located in Taipei, the capital city of Taiwan. It is a memorial and a national monument dedicated to the former President of the Republic of China, Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek.

16. Fort San Domingo
Taiwan » New Taipei
Place » Historical Place

251, Taiwan, New Taipei City, Tamsui District

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Fort San Domingo, located in the Tamsui District of New Taipei City, Taiwan, is a historic fort that dates back to the 17th century. Originally built by the Spanish, it has since been used by various foreign powers and has witnessed significant events in Taiwan's history. Today, it stands as a well-preserved cultural site and museum, offering insights into Taiwan's colonial past.

17. Kinkakuji
Japan » Kyoto
Place » Temple

1 Kinkakujicho, Kita Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 603-8361, Japan

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Kinkaku-ji, also known as the Golden Pavilion, is a renowned Zen Buddhist temple located in Kyoto, Japan. It is celebrated for its stunning architecture and its reflective pond, which creates a picturesque and reflective setting. The garden complex is an excellent example of Muromachi period garden design.

18. Victoria Peak
China » Hong Kong Island
Place » Outdoors

Hong Kong

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Victoria Peak, also known as Mount Austin, and locally as The Peak, is a mountain in Hong Kong that rises to a height of 552 meters (1,811 feet) above sea level. It is located on the western half of Hong Kong Island, and is a major tourist attraction known for its stunning panoramic views of the city and its iconic skyline.

19. Shinjuku Gyoen
Japan » Tokyo
Place » Outdoors

11 Naitomachi, Shinjuku, Tokyo 160-0014, Japan

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Shinjuku Gyoen is one of the largest and most popular parks in Tokyo. In spring Shinjuku Gyoen becomes one of the best places in the city to see cherry blossoms. Shinjuku Gyoen is located just a short walk from Shinjuku Station, the paid park's spacious lawns, meandering walking paths and tranquil scenery provide a relaxing escape from the busy urban center around it.

20. Chimi Lhakhang
Bhutan » BTN
Place » Temple

Teoprongchu, Bhutan

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Chimi Lhakhang, also known as Chime Lhakhang or Monastery or temple, is a Buddhist monastery in Punakha District, Bhutan. Located near Lobesa, it stands on a round hillock and was built in 1499 by the 14th Drukpa hierarch, Ngawang Choegyel, after the site was blessed by the "Divine Madman" the maverick saint Drukpa Kunley (1455–1529) who built a chorten on the site.

21. Himeji Castle
Japan » Hyogo
Place » Historical Place

68 Honmachi, Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture 670-0012, Japan

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Himeji Castle, also known as Himeji-jo, is a renowned UNESCO World Heritage site located in Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. It is considered one of the most spectacular and well-preserved castles in the country. Unlike many other Japanese castles, Himeji Castle was never destroyed in wars, earthquakes or fires and survives in its original form.

22. Osaka Castle
Japan » Osaka
Place » Historical Place

Osaka, Japan

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The construction of Osaka Castle started in 1583 on the former site of the Ishiyama Honganji Temple, which had been destroyed by Oda Nobunaga thirteen years earlier. The castle is one of Japan's most famous landmarks and it played a major role in the unification of Japan during the sixteenth century of the Azuchi-Momoyama period.

23. Yehliu Geopark
Taiwan » Taipei
Place » Outdoors

Taipei, Taiwan

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Yehliu is a cape on the north coast of Taiwan. It’s known for Yehliu Geopark, a landscape of honeycomb and mushroom rocks eroded by the sea.

24. Po Lin Monastery
China » Lantau Island
Place » Temple

Hong Kong

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Po Lin Monastery is a Buddhist monastery located on Ngong Ping plateau, on Lantau Island in Hong Kong. It is one of the most famous and important Buddhist temples in Hong Kong, and is renowned for its grandeur and serene environment.

25. Nishinomaru Garden
Japan » Osaka
Place » Outdoors

Chuo Ward, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan

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Nishinomaru Garden is most popular location in Osaka for cherry blossom viewing and Hanami Parties. It features around 600 cherry trees, including someiyoshino (the most popular variety of sakura (cherry blossom) in Japan and around 95 kinds of Japanese apricot flowers.

26. Kofuku-ji
Japan » Nara
Place » Temple

48 Noboriojicho, Nara, 630-8213, Japan

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Kofuku-ji is a historic Buddhist temple located in the city of Nara, which is located in the Nara Prefecture of Japan. It is conveniently located near Nara Park and other major attractions in the city. It holds significant cultural and historical importance and is one of the prominent temples in the city.

27. Nan Lian Garden
China » Kowloon
Place » Outdoors

Nan Lian Garden, Hong Kong, Ha Yuen Leng

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Nan Lian Garden is a public park located in Diamond Hill, Kowloon, Hong Kong. The garden covers an area of 3.5 hectares and is designed in the Tang Dynasty-style, with traditional Chinese gardening techniques and architecture. The garden is known for its beautiful scenery, peaceful atmosphere, and rich cultural heritage.

28. Tokyo Disney Resort
Japan » Chiba
Place » Resort

1-1 Maihama, Urayasu, Chiba 279-0031, Japan

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Tokyo Disney Resort is a world-renowned entertainment complex located in Urayasu, Chiba Prefecture, Japan. It encompasses two major theme parks, several hotels, and various recreational and dining facilities. Tokyo Disney Resort is a dream destination for Disney enthusiasts and families looking for a magical and unforgettable experience.

29. Jigokudani Monkey Park
Japan » Chubu
Place » Outdoors

6845 Hirao, Yamanochi, Shimotakai District, Nagano 381-0401, Japan

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The Jigokudani Monkey Park is a popular tourist destination located in Yamanouchi, Nagano Prefecture, Japan. It offers a unique and immersive experience for visitors to witness the fascinating behavior of snow monkeys in their natural habitat. It combines nature, wildlife, and the enchanting hot springs to create a memorable and visually stunning experience.

30. Meiji Shrine
Japan » Tokyo
Place » Historical Place

Shibuya, Tokyo 151-8557, Japan

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Meiji Shrine is a shrine dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his consort, Empress Shoken. Located just beside the JR Yamanote Line's busy Harajuku Station, Meiji Shrine and the adjacent Yoyogi Park make up a large forested area within the densely built-up city. The spacious shrine grounds offer walking paths that are great for a relaxing stroll.

31. Taipei 101
Taiwan » Taipei
Place » Tourism

110, Taiwan, Taipei City, Xinyi District

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Taipei 101, formerly known as the Taipei World Financial Center, is a landmark skyscraper located in Xinyi District, Taipei, Taiwan.

32. Shilin Night Market
Taiwan » Taipei
Place » Shopping

Shihlin Market, Taiwan

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Shilin Night Market is a night market in the Shilin District of Taipei, Taiwan, and is often considered to be the largest and most famous night market in the city.

33. Ximending
Taiwan » Taipei
Place » Shopping

Ximending, Taiwan

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Ximending is a neighborhood and shopping district in the Wanhua District of Taipei, Taiwan. It was the first pedestrian zone in Taiwan.

34. Ginkakuji
Japan » Kyoto
Place » Temple

2 Ginkakujicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 606-8402, Japan

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Ginkaku-ji, officially named Jisho-ji, is a Zen temple in the Sakyo ward of Kyoto, Japan. It is one of the constructions that represent the Higashiyama Culture of Muromachi period.

35. Udaipur
India » IND
Place » Historical Place

Rajasthan, India

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Udaipur, often referred to as the City of Lakes or the Venice of the East, is a historic city located in the state of Rajasthan, India. Known for its magnificent palaces, picturesque lakes, rich cultural heritage, and stunning architecture, Udaipur is a popular tourist destination in India.

36. Todai-Ji
Japan » Nara
Place » Temple

406-1 Zoshicho, Nara, Nara Prefecture 630-8211, Japan

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Todai-ji Temple, located in Nara, Nara Prefecture, Japan, is one of the most significant and iconic Buddhist temples in the country. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to the largest bronze Buddha statue in Japan.

37. Kiyomizudera
Japan » Kyoto
Place » Temple

294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0862, Japan

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Kiyomizu-dera is the temple of the Goddess of Mercy, a symbol of religious belief for more than 1,200 years. Kiyomizudera, literally Pure Water Temple, is one of the most celebrated temples of Japan. It was founded in 780 on the site of the Otowa Waterfall in the wooded hills east of Kyoto, and derives its name from the fall's pure waters.

38. Edo Castle
Japan » Tokyo
Place » Historical Place

Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan

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Edo Castle is a flatland castle that was built in 1457 by Ōta Dōkan in Edo, Toshima District, Musashi Province. In modern times it is part of the Tokyo Imperial Palace in Chiyoda, Tokyo, and is therefore also known as Chiyoda Castle.

39. Farm Tomita
Japan » Hokkaido
Place » Farm

Sorachi District, Hokkaido Prefecture 071-0704, Japan

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Farm Tomita is a famous flower farm located in Nakafurano, Hokkaido Prefecture, Japan. It is renowned for its stunning fields of lavender and other colorful flowers, attracting numerous visitors each year.

40. Erdene Zuu Monastery
Mongolia » MNG
Place » Temple

Kharkhorin, Mongolia

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Erdene Zuu Monastery is a historic Buddhist monastery located in Kharkhorin, Mongolia. The monastery was built in 1586 by Abtai Sain Khan, the ruler of the Khalkha Mongols, and is considered to be the first Buddhist monastery in Mongolia.

41. Buddha Dordenma statue
Bhutan » Thimphu
Place » Tourism

Kuenselphodrang, Thimphu, Bhutan

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Great Buddha Dordenma is a gigantic Shakyamuni Buddha statue in the mountains of Bhutan celebrating the 60th anniversary of fourth king Jigme Singye Wangchuck. The statue houses over one hundred thousand smaller Buddha statues, each of which, like the Great Buddha Dordenma itself, will be made of bronze and gilded in gold.

42. Tokyo National Museum
Japan » Tokyo
Place » Museum

13-9 Uenokoen, Taito, Tokyo 110-8712, Japan

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The Tokyo National Museum is located in Ueno Park, Taito Ward, Tokyo, Japan. It is the oldest and largest museum in Japan, dedicated to preserving and exhibiting a vast collection of artworks and artifacts from Japan and other Asian countries.

43. Nijo Castle
Japan » Kyoto
Place » Historical Place

541 Nijojocho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8301, Japan

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Nijo Castle is a historic and culturally significant castle located in Kyoto, Japan. It is renowned for its architectural beauty, well-preserved Edo-period buildings, beautiful gardens, and its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Nijo Castle was built in 1603 as the Kyoto residence of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo Period (1603-1867).

44. Tokyo Disneyland
Japan » Chiba
Place » Amusement

1-1 Maihama, Urayasu, Chiba 279-0031, Japan

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Tokyo Disneyland is one of Japan's most iconic and beloved 115-acre theme parks, located in Urayasu, Chiba Prefecture, just east of Tokyo. It is part of the Tokyo Disney Resort complex and is known for offering a magical and immersive Disney experience. Tokyo Disneyland offers an enchanting and unforgettable Disney experience. It's easily accessible from central Tokyo by train or bus.

45. Lamma Island
China » Hong Kong
Place » Island

Hong Kong

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Lamma Island is the third-largest island in Hong Kong, located to the southwest of Hong Kong Island. It is known for its relaxed and laid-back lifestyle, beautiful beaches, hiking trails, and seafood restaurants.

46. Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery
China » New Territories
Place » Temple

Tai Po Road, Sha Tin, Hong Kong

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Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery is a famous Buddhist temple located in the New Territories region of Hong Kong. Despite its name, the temple complex actually contains over 13,000 Buddha statues, each one unique in its pose and expression.

47. Tokyo Imperial Palace
Japan » Tokyo
Place » Historical Place

1-1 Chiyoda, Tokyo 100-8111, Japan

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The current Imperial Palace is located on the former site of Edo Castle. It’s a large park area surrounded by moats and massive stone walls in the center of Tokyo, a short walk from Tokyo Station and is the residence of Japan's Imperial Family.

48. Arashiyama
Japan » Kyoto
Place » Tourism

Arashiyama, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

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Arashiyama is a pleasant, touristy district in the western outskirts of Kyoto. The area has been a popular destination since the Heian Period (794-1185), when nobles would enjoy its natural setting.

49. Changchun Shrine
Taiwan » Hualien
Place » Historical Place

972, Taiwan, Hualien County, Xiulin Township, 283

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The Eternal Spring Shrine was built in 1958 to commemorate the 212 workers who died during the construction of the Central Cross-Island Highway. Its unique location recessed into the side of the mountain and Tang Dynasty architectural style makes this shrine one of the most famous scenic spots in Taroko National Park.

50. Hikone Castle
Japan » Shiga
Place » Historical Place

1-1 Konkicho, Hikone, Shiga 522-0061, Japan

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Hikone Castle is an Edo period castle in the city of Hikone, in Shiga Prefecture, Japan. It is considered the most significant historical building in Shiga. After a construction period of twenty years, Hikone Castle (彦根城, Hikonejō) was completed in 1622. The hilltop castle served as the seat of the Ii daimyo (feudal lords) until the end of the feudal age in 1868.