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Ginzan Onsen is located in the prefecture of Yamagata. These Onsen motels were built during the Taisho and Showa period. Formerly, there we...

Ginzan Onsen is located in the prefecture of Yamagata. These Onsen motels were built during the Taisho and Showa period. Formerly, there were wooden houses, but they were destroyed by the flood in 1923. Instead, buildings of 4 floors were built in the style of Western architecture.

Walking the streets of Ginzan Onsen is a real journey through time. During spring, the cherry trees are covered in flowers. In summer, the passages are wrapped in a spectacular yellow and orange gradient. But without a doubt, it is in winter where the lighting creates an amazing atmosphere.


Currently, there are 12 motels in Ginzan Onsen. 10 of them do not require spending the night to enjoy the hot springs and 5 of them offer outdoor bath. The cost is about 500 to 600 yen. The entrance is prescribed to a previous admission of the tenants.

A wonderful place with no doubt, creditor of an exquisite historical context and beautiful structures. Like this, there are plenty of places in the world to visit, just hurry up!

The castle of Neuschwanstein (The new Swan stone) located in Bavaria, built under the orders of Louis II "The Mad King". Its orig...

The castle of Neuschwanstein (The new Swan stone) located in Bavaria, built under the orders of Louis II "The Mad King". Its original name was New Hohenschwangau castle, in honor of the castle where the king spent much of his childhood. The name was changed after the king's death.

Neuschwanstein Castle was built at a time when castles and fortresses were no longer strategically necessary. He was born in the imagination of Louis II as a pure romantic fantasy of an idealized medieval castle. The castle is a composition of towers and walls intended to harmonize with the mountains and lakes. It is located on the Pöllat gorge in the Bavarian Alps and stands on the Hohenschwangau castle and the Alpsee and Schwan lakes.
The ambitious project of Louis II of Bavaria began to take shape in 1869, interestingly the design of the castle was commissioned to a tetral set designer, according to the ideas of the king, projected a space more aesthetic than functional.

Disregarding the medieval aspect of the castle, it included advanced modernities for the time. It had central hot air heating, electric light, hot and cold running water, automatic drains and even a telephone line.

Did you know: Walt Disney was inspired by Neuschwanstein Castle for the story of Sleeping Beauty.

Skye is a really magical place. It is located in the Hebrides of Scotland. A place you should definitely visit, and if you want to spend mo...

Skye is a really magical place. It is located in the Hebrides of Scotland. A place you should definitely visit, and if you want to spend more time, the island contains innumerable reasons to fascinate you, with its mountains, its uneasy coasts and its mysterious history. Portree is the main city on the Isle of Skye. A port city adorned with bright gradients in each of its houses, the lively center of the city.

Thus you have a historical fascination or sort of some connection with the ancestors of Scotland. The island has a historical heritage, with settlements older than history itself and stoic castles. Enter the history that hides the island, the disputes that spared their ancestors to divide and conquer those sensational fields.

Once your excursion is finished, the towns and cities of the island are cozy places, taverns and restaurants in the medieval and traditional style. Try not to overtake Scotch whiskey, or spend your days lying in an inn.

Did you know: Some scenes of Game of Thrones were filmed on this place.


If you are traveling across the West Coast of the United States, you will be heading for the Grand Canyon, you will have the opportunity to...

If you are traveling across the West Coast of the United States, you will be heading for the Grand Canyon, you will have the opportunity to take a hiking tour through the canyons and waterfalls of uneasy shapes and colors. Havasu Falls is a succession of cascades located in the Havasupai Indian Reservation, experts recommend at least two days to enjoy the surroundings.

 This territory of Arizona has been historically inhabited by the Havasupai Indians, who have been there for more than 800 years. Although in 1882, the Havasupai expelled from their lands, almost 100 years later, and after multiple skirmishes and judicial battles, they regained their rights to inhabit it again.
This territory is located south of the Grand Canyon, just outside its limits. And its tourist attraction is in its landscapes of deep canyons, own of the foothills of the Grand Canyon, which are perpetuated by crystalline waters that have taken that shade due to the mineralization of them.

To go to Havasu Falls, you have to go from Seligman, on Route 66, to Hualapai Hilltop, where you will leave your car, and from there, walking, riding a mule or helicopter (anyone can pay one), you will arrive in the village of Supai, where the Havasupai Indians will welcome you and later you will get to the waterfalls.

The fort was built by the Maurya dynasty in the 7th century BC, and for 834 years (according to tradition) played the role of capital of th...

The fort was built by the Maurya dynasty in the 7th century BC, and for 834 years (according to tradition) played the role of capital of the ancient kingdom Mewar.

The stories and legends about the battles and victories of Chittor against the invaders are transmitted from generation to generation; Championing the cause of justice and freedom. It covers an area of ​​28 km², located on a hill 180 meters high, five kilometers from the city, from which dominates the entire valley.

Although much of the Hindu temples were destroyed by the Mongols, its walls and most of the buildings are in an excellent state of conservation. One of the most emblematic places is the "Victory Tower" or Vijay Stambh. Other points that you can not miss are the "Tower of Fame" or Kirti Stambh, the palaces of Rana Kumba and Fateh Prakash and, especially, that was the home of Queen Padmini. And this place, located next to a beautiful swimming pool, keeps a beautiful legend of love and death that is worth listening to.

In short, the fortress of Chittorgarh is a highly recommended visit for anyone who is a lover of history, legends, and travel with imagination until a time when the battles for freedom, and the sacrifices of women according to the ancient Sati practice were the order of the day in this magical country that is now India.