DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Bright Virtue: Lunch-time Serenity in the Heart of Daegu Posted on May 11, 2023July 24, 2026 Lunch Break Escapade Just 15 minutes from gate #4 lies one of the most stunning temples right in my neighborhood—the Temple of Bright Virtue, 광덕사(光德寺). I stumbled upon it purely by chance, just looking for a quick way to spend my lunch hour. Little did I know, I was about… Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Why Wat Chalermprakiat Is One of the Most Unique Temples in the Sky Posted on May 10, 2023December 26, 2025 Unveiling the wonders of Wat Chalermprakiat in Thailand– an extraordinary adventure hike to this breathtaking sky temple’s hidden beauty. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES The Dragon Temple: A Colorful Journey Through History Posted on April 30, 2023July 23, 2026 The Dragon Temple captivates visitors with its intricate art and architecture, serene atmosphere, community involvement, and surrounding natural beauty. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Wat Rong Khun in Chiang Rai: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go Posted on December 11, 2016July 31, 2026 The temple is always in a state of maintenance and construction. The artist wants Wat Rung Khun to have pilgrimagers that return to Chiang Mai not unlike those who return to Spain’s Sagrada Família or India’s Taj Mahal. And not unlike Antoni Gaudí and Shah Jahan, Ajarn Chalermchai does not expect to see his great work completed as its expected to take approximately 60 and 90 years to complete. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES The Truth About the Seokguram Hike: More Sweat Than Serenity Posted on September 1, 2015February 25, 2026 I expected serenity on the 4km climb from Bulguksa to Seokguram. Instead, fog erased the views, steep drops tested our nerves, and the line to see the Buddha stretched over an hour. Was the hike worth it? Here’s the honest truth no brochure mentions. Read more