Tuesday, August 1, 2023

Beautiful Beyond the World


Jiuzhaigou is located in Jiuzhaigou County, Sichuan Province, China. It is named because there are nine Tibetan villages in the valley located in the mountains and lakes. The scenery here is picturesque and has its own characteristics throughout the year. Haizi Xuefeng, mountains and colorful forests, rushing waterfalls, and snowy blue ice are called by many people as "beautiful beyond the world".

Sunday, March 25, 2012

Goa-Cathedral Square.


Cathedral Square on the right was a truly European name, recalling that at one time Goa was the first to the country occupied by Europeans.  It is because of the cluster of majestic temples that surround the Cathedral Square, Old Goa was named the Lisbon of the East.  Those who wish to experience the atmosphere of the Portuguese enclave, definitely worth to visit the Cathedral Square of Old Goa.



Saturday, March 24, 2012

Goa-Basilica of Bom Jesus


Basilica of Bom Jesus - the so-called church, dedicated to the baby Jesus.  Masterfully designed a plan of the church at its core should be clear rules of the Renaissance, while the interior is fully consistent with the Baroque style.  At the entrance to the church of Bom Jesus, a series of columns supports the church choir.  Basilica where the relics of St. Francis Xavier, known for its ideal Engraved confessionals topped by massive eagles.


Friday, March 23, 2012

Goa-The Church of Santa Monica.


The Church of Santa Monica, located on the Holy Hill, is the largest nunnery in India.  Once this is still a functioning monastery, the visitor as it is moved to another era of domination of the Catholic Portuguese Empire.  The huge church building in Santa Monica built in European style, evoking the power of his inspiration from the stunning architecture.

Thursday, March 22, 2012

Goa-Se Cathedral.


Se Cathedral dedicated to Saint Catherine, was built over eight years, eventually becoming the largest cathedral in Asia and the residence of the Archbishop of Goa.  Oriented to the west building of the cathedral with a 30-meter square towers reveals a clear influence of Tuscan style.  However, inside you will see the Corinthian columns with the inherent style of this sophisticated pattern.  The world's largest, the golden bell of the cathedral once again demonstrates the power of Catholicism in the colonial era.

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Goa-The temple of Sri Manguesh.


The temple of Sri Manguesh built in honor of Lord Shiva and is located in a small village 22 km from the state capital, Panaji.  Despite its small size (or maybe because of them), the temple ensemble creates an atmosphere of peculiar elegance, and its high white tower has become a major attraction and a prominent landmark.  Local residents often come to worship the deities of Sri Manguesh temple - Sivalinga.

Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Goa-Market Margao.


Market Margao fully justifies the popular belief that the commercial capital Margao-Goa.  The market stretches from the main square of Jorge Barrett to the train station that connects Margao to Mumbai.  Like any oriental bazaar, Margao market resembles a huge labyrinth, where you can buy antiques, or simply enjoy socializing with colorful Indian traders.