Jokhang Temple, Potala Palace and Norbulingka in Lhasa
“The Potala Palace, winter palace of the Dalai Lama since the 7th century, symbolizes Tibetan Buddhism and its central role in the…
Jiuzhaigou
Jiuzhaigou’s best-known feature is its dozens of blue, green and turquoise-colored lakes. Originating in glacial activity, they were dammed by rockfalls and…
Jiaohe Ruins
“The Jiaohe Ruins are a natural fortress located atop a steep cliff on a leaf-shaped plateau between two deep river valleys. Jiaohe…
Incense Route : Mamshit
“The four Nabatean towns of Haluza, Mamshit, Avdat and Shivta are spread along routes linking them to the Mediterranean end of the…
Incense Route : Avdat
“The four Nabatean towns of Haluza, Mamshit, Avdat and Shivta are spread along routes linking them to the Mediterranean end of the…
Imperial Tombs of Huê
“On the west bank of the Perfume River, we find the tombs of the Nguyen emperors (1802-1945) : the tomb of Tự…
Imperial Palaces of the Ming and Qing Dynasties in Beijing
“Seat of supreme power for over five centuries (1416-1911), the Forbidden City in Beijing, with its landscaped gardens and many buildings (whose…
Imperial Palace in Shenyang
“Early construction began in 1625 by the founder of the Qing dynasty. Also called the Mukden Palace, it was built to resemble…
Imperial City of Huế
“The Imperial City is a walled fortress and palace in the city of Huế, the former imperial capital of Vietnam.” More on…