It was moved to Shanghai in 1918. The buildings of the architectural ensemble are built in the classical Chinese style: yellow ochre, typical of religious buildings on the lower reaches of the Yangtze. The temple features two jeweled Buddha statue... read more
One of the most beautiful and interesting towns of the Greek island of Crete, which is certainly worth a visit, is undoubtedly Chania, located on the northern coast of the island about 145 km from Heraklion and 70 km from Rethymno.
read moreOn the northern coast of Crete about 70 km from Chania and 80 km from Heraklion lies the picturesque port town of Rethymnon, a popular tourist centre with a well-developed infrastructure and one of the most beautiful and interesting towns in Crete... read more
Heraklion was built by the Arabs in the 9th century. At that time it was called Handakas. In Middle Ages, the Venetians walled the city for 5 kilometres. In a small square in the centre of town, there's a beautiful marble fountain named a... read more
