I’ve been very fortunate to do extensive traveling this year, from Japan to China, visiting many different cities and countries. In this post, I’m reflecting back on some of the UNESCO World Heritage sites that I visited was fortunate to photography.
Japan
Mount Fuji
Japan’s iconic sacred mountain stands at 3,776 meters, revered for centuries in art and literature.
Himeji‑jō (Himeji Castle)
This stunning white fortress is considered Japan’s most beautiful original castle, nicknamed the “White Heron Castle.”
Hiroshima Peace Memorial (Genbaku Dome)
A powerful symbol of peace and the only structure left standing after the 1945 atomic bombing.
Itsukushima Shintō Shrine
Famous for its “floating” torii gate, this shrine creates a magical sight during high tide.
Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion)
A Zen temple covered in gold leaf, surrounded by stunning reflection pools and gardens.
Tōdai-ji
Home to the world’s largest bronze Buddha statue and Japan’s largest wooden building.
Kasuga Taisha Shrine
Ancient Shinto shrine famous for its hundreds of bronze and stone lanterns.
China
The Great Wall
The world’s longest wall stretches over 21,000 kilometers, built over various dynasties.
Forbidden City
The largest palace complex in the world, home to 24 Chinese emperors over 500 years.
Summer Palace
An imperial garden featuring beautiful lakes, gardens, and traditional Chinese architecture.
Temple of Heaven
A masterpiece of Chinese architecture where emperors performed important ceremonies.
