A Liberty-style beauty in Porta Venezia. Sculpted caryatids, decorative gates, every detail is picture-perfect for design lovers. If the main door is open, check the inside as well, it has a very elegant interior!

Historical context of the city

Powerful museum documenting the Vietnam War’s devastating impact on people and the environment.

Functioning post office located near many top attractions. Great for souvenirs

The Tokyo Imperial Palace is the primary residence of Japan’s Emperor, located on the former site of Edo Castle in the heart of the city. Surrounded by moats, stone walls, and expansive gardens, it offers a peaceful contrast to the surrounding business district. While most areas are closed to the public, the East Gardens are open year-round and provide insight into Japan’s imperial history and traditional landscape design.

Meiji Jingu is a serene Shinto shrine set within a vast forested park in the heart of Tokyo. Dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shōken, it offers a peaceful escape from the city, with towering torii gates, gravel paths, and traditional rituals. It’s one of Tokyo’s most important spiritual sites and a popular place for quiet reflection.

A stunning vermilion shrine located just steps away from Kobe’s busiest shopping streets, offering a peaceful retail pause.

This historic clock on Bucareli street was gifted by the Chinese government in 1910, symbolizing friendship between Mexico and China. It stands in a roundabout surrounded by beautiful buildings and two charming corner restaurants, Supplí (Roman pasta) and Makan (Singaporean fine dining).

Located about 50 kilometers northeast of Mexico City, Teotihuacán is one of the most important ancient cities in Mesoamerica, founded around 100 BCE. It is home to the Pyramid of the Sun and the Pyramid of the Moon, overlooking the Avenue of the Dead and the vast ceremonial complex. Once the largest city in the pre-Columbian Americas, it was a major center of culture, trade, and religion. Visitors can dine nearby at places like La Gruta or El Jaguar, or experience the site from above on an early-morning hot air balloon ride.

A historic symbol of Osaka, this impressive castle surrounded by moats and stone walls was originally built in the 16th century by Toyotomi Hideyoshi. The current structure, rebuilt in concrete, houses a museum and offers panoramic views from the top. The surrounding park is beloved year-round, especially during cherry blossom season. 💴 Entrance fee: ¥600 for the museum and main keep access. The park is free. 👥 Tourist level: Very touristy – one of the most visited sites in the Kansai region, especially in spring and on weekends.