Open your mind with the art and culture of cities around the world!
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Art and Culture in Japan
Japan is the ultimate destination for travelers wanting to explore both modern and ancient culture. Colorful Shinto festivals wind their way past neon lights and Tokyo skyscrapers … a modern bullet train speeds past a farmer tending his rice paddy … a well-dressed businessman stops in a Buddhist temple to light incense … majestic Mount Fuji provides a beautiful backdrop for Hakone, where locals and travelers alike relax in volcanic hot springs. Explore more than 2,000 years of Japanese history and culture, from ultra-modern Tokyo through the former imperial capital of Kyoto, and all the way back to Kanazawa’s unique samurai architecture. |
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Art and Culture in Peru
With more than 10,000 years of history, Peru boasts a great wealth of cultures and traditions. It has delicious, acclaimed gastronomy, possesses imposing archaeological complexes, 12 Unesco world heritage sites and has vast natural reserves. It is undoubtedly one of the most varied countries in the world. Have you ever dreamt about getting to know the magnificent Pacific coast, contemplating the infinite beauty of the Andes and feeling the exuberance of the Amazon jungle? The same country offers you access to the sublime contrast of these unique natural settings. Thanks to the legacy of powerful ancient civilizations, Peru is home to over 5,000 archaeological sites. Many of them are shrouded in mystery and are able to transport the visitor back to a time when these cultures flourished. For example, a visit to Machu Picchu reveals the perfection of the Inca Empire; you can reach this sacred spot on board luxury trains that travel through breathtaking mountain landscapes dotted with colorful Andean villages. |
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Art and Culture in IndiaDelhi
India’s capitol city, Delhi, is an intoxicating blend of ancient and modern. The city is a melting pot of cultures and religions, visible in the scope of its historical sites, monuments and architectural styles. Islamic shrines, Hindu temples and Mughal forts-- just a few of which include Purana Quila, Jama Masjid, and Red Fort --are scattered throughout Delhi. British colonial history is reflected in its many wide roads and tree-lined boulevards.More recent addition to the city’s monuments include the Lotus Temple, Akshardham Temple and the Garden of Five Senses, a 20-acre public park filled with art, gardens, fountains, and a food and shopping court. |