Kategorie: History

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PERU: Machu Picchu – Archaeological Inca Site – New World Wonder & Cultural Heritage

The legendary Inca site Machu Picchu is located in Peru, in the South American Andes, about 75 kilometers northwest of the city of Cusco, and has officially announcend one of the new seven wonders of the modern world since 7th July 2007. The historic cultural heritage sits on a mountain ridge at an elevation of approximately 2.430 meters above sea level. It lies between the mountains Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu and is surrounded by the Urubamba River, which flows deep through the mountains. The name Machu Picchu comes from the Quechua language and means “old mountain”.

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THAILAND: Chiang Rai – White Temple, Blue Temple & Golden Clock Tower

Chiang Rai is a city with around 70.000 inhabitants in the mountainous north of Thailand near the border with Laos and Myanmar. It is home to a number of culturally historic sights that are also magnificent architectural masterpieces by local artists, such as the Wat Rong Suea Ten aka Blue Temple by PHUTTHA KABKAEW or the Wat Rong Khun aka White Temple and the Chalermphrakiat Golden Clock Tower by CHALERMCHAI KOSITPIPAT.

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MONTENEGRO: Budva – Stari Grad – Historic Old Town – Architecture, Buildings & Alley Views

Budva’s Old Town, known locally as Stari Grad, is situated on a small peninsula along Montenegro’s Adriatic coast. Its history dates back more than 2.500 years. Archaeological findings indicate that an important settlement existed here as early as antiquity. Today, the townscape is characterised by narrow streets, stone houses, small squares and medieval defensive walls. Significant parts of the visible architecture date from the period of Venetian rule, which lasted from 1442 to 1797.

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SRI LANKA: Asgiri Maha Vihara Pirivena – Buddhist Hill – Magnificent Temple Paintings

The Asgiri Maha Vihara Pirivena temple offers interesting architecture and as well historic memorials. But here we focus on the intricately drawn murals on the walls inside the temple which are just wonderful. The front prayer hall is painted quite nicely, and then the main stupa hall is completely covered from floor to ceiling. Those artworks are not just beautiful drawings, they also tell important stories and convey information about historical events.

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BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA: Streetart Sarajevo – Liberation Square – Writers Sculpture Park

Around Trg Oslobođenja, or in English Liberation Square, busts of prominent national writers and poets serve as a reminder of the rich literary heritage of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The figures immortalized here have shaped the country’s culture through their novels, poems, and stories, while also telling the story of its diverse history. Metal busts are mounted on marble blocks and depict authors who embody the power of literature to preserve a society’s experiences, traditions, and identity.

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NEPAL: Kathmandu – Traditional Tiles, Door Gods & Home Protectors – Culture Art Collection

In Kathmandu and Patan, you often see small stone or terracotta tiles with religious motifs placed near house entrances. These elements are part of traditional Newar architecture and are generally referred to as religious relief panels, protective tiles, or small outdoor household shrines. The handmade artworks often depict deities such as Krishna, Shiwa, Ganesha, Hanuman, Saraswati or Buddha, as well as protective symbols, mandalas, and mythical beings. Besides the numerous tiles, you can also find paste up works, wooden boards or wall paintings around the entrance doors.

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VIETNAM: Dà Lat – Trúc Lâm Temple – Buddhist Monastery at Tuyền Lâm Lake

The Trúc Lâm Temple in Dà Lạt is one of the most beautiful Buddhist monasteries in Vietnam. Nestled in the green hills above Tuyen Lam Lake, the complex combines traditional Vietnamese architecture with a peaceful, meditative atmosphere. Visitors often reach the temple by cable car, enjoying impressive views of forests, lakes, and the mountain landscape of Dà Lạt along the way. The temple is particularly known for its well-tended gardens, bonsai trees, and peaceful atmosphere far from the hustle and bustle of the city.

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GREECE: Urbex Nafplio – Old Abandoned Myloi Train Station – Lost Place Graffiti

The abandoned Myloi train station is located in the Argolis region of the Peloponnese, not far from the city of Nafplio. It was opened around 1886 as part of the expansion of the Peloponnesian narrow-gauge railway network. With the progressive decline of regional rail traffic from the 1970s onwards, the station increasingly lost its importance and the operations were finally discontinued in the early 2000s. Since then, the site has been considered a “lost place”. Particularly striking are the stationary, partly heavily weathered carriages and locomotives that still stand on the tracks, also numerous graffiti cover the walls and parked vehicles.

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SOUTH KOREA: Jeonju – Historic Hanok Village – Pungnam & Gyo District – Cultural Heritage

Jeonju Hanok Village is the largest Hanok Village in Korea, with about 700 Hanok buildings around Pungnam-dong. „Hanok“ is a traditional Korean house. The cultural site is the only Hanok complex in a downtown area in the whole country. The development history started in 1910, holding important cultural heritage including Gyeonggijeon shrine, Omokdae, and the Confucian School Hanggyo. About 20 other cultural facilities are dispersed in every corner of the Hanok Village. It’s a famous tourist site in Korea where all kinds of traditional Korean culture are showcased, including food, paper, songs, costumes and oriental medicine.

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SRI LANKA: Matara – Temple Island, Monuments and Street Life

Matara is a town in southern Sri Lanka with around 43.000 inhabitants and famous for its historic monuments. The Parewi Duwa Temple is located on a small island in front of the city and is one of the most important sights, including the interesting bridge. Matara is also home to one of the largest educational centers in the country, the University of Ruhuna, an extensive complex with various faculties.

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