Drum Mountain (鼓山 or Gu Shan), located on the eastern outskirts of Fuzhou, China is known for a large flat rock that looks like a drum. When it rains, the rain supposedly drops onto the surface, producing a drum-like sound. To get to the top, hike up, take the cable car or drive up. If…
When visiting Fuzhou, China, add 三坊七巷 (Sanfang Qixiang) translated to Three Lanes Seven Alleys, to the agenda. (The name can’t get more original than that haha.) This area, while small packs a punch for its Ming and Qing Dynasty architecture. While doing research for this post, I was surprised to learn that numerous historical celebrities…
The most wonderful thing about Bloedel Reserve, set in the northwestern part of Bainbridge Island in Washington, is how the Reserve strikes a balance between natural growth and a manicured garden. This eponymous reserve is named after Virginia and Prentice Bloedel who purchased the land to hold their private residence. Over the years, Prentice Bloedel…