Yushan (Jade) Mountain 玉山 is the highest mountain in Taiwan, climbing to a height of 3,952 metres (12,966 ft). The mountain sits inside Yushan National Park, central Taiwan, also home to Taiwan’s Bunun and Tsou tribal people. The park is Taiwan’s least accessible, but could arguably be the most beautiful, due to its snow capped […]
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Chowin’ Down in Chinatown
Established between 1889 and 1928 (with ongoing renovations) Chicago’s Chinatown has had both a rocky and colorful history. When the first immigrants arrived in the city they experienced intense racial discrimination but soon managed to carve out a unique place for themselves in this new world. Over the years Chinatown has become a favorite of Chicagoans and […]
Images of Chicago: Part I
I never realized how beautiful the city of Chicago could be (when it’s not winter!). I now see the charm of the city that’s been right under my nose for the past 30 years. Perhaps it’s because I’ve been living in Asia and I’m used to looking at everything through a traveler’s eyes. I promise […]