Boj

Member since December 2010

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Boj completed his Masters in Geography, Urban and Regional Planning at the Peking University in China. His specialization is National Park Management and World Heritage Studies.

My proposal for a new site: Batanes Cultural Landscape, Chocolate Hills, Mayon Volcano Natural Park & Galleon Sites

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About Boj

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Boj
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Reviews by Boj

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Ancient Tea Plantations of Pu'er by Boj

Ancient Tea Plantations of Pu… (Inscribed)

Ancient Tea Plantations of Pu'er

I'm lucky to have been part of an assessment team to visit the site early July 2013.

The mountain area is supposed to be an excellent example of tea cultural …

Mount Hamiguitan by Boj

Mount Hamiguitan (Inscribed)

Mount Hamiguitan

In, 2010, Mt. Hamiguitan was closed to visitors in preparation for its bid to UNESCO World Heritage inscription. During a recent hike (July 2012), the protected area has shown positive …

Petroglyphs and Petrographs of the Philippines by Boj

Petroglyphs and Petrographs o… (Removed from tentat…)

Petroglyphs and Petrographs of the Philippines

Visited the Angono Petroglyphs last month (June 2011). The site is also referred to as the oldest known artwork in the Philippines.

The site is well-managed: nice landscaping, small but …

Baroque Churches of the Philippines (Extension) by Boj

Baroque Churches of the Phili… (On tentative list)

Baroque Churches of the Philippines (Extension)

Five properties are nominated as extension to the existing four Baroque Churches of the Philippines. I was able to visit one under the tentative list ¨C the church complex of …

Puerto-Princesa Subterranean River by Boj

Puerto-Princesa Subterranean … (Inscribed)

Puerto-Princesa Subterranean River

To avoid hassles, most travelers join the tour group to the Underground River. For 1500PHP /person (standard price), tour companies will secure permit to the natural park, provide lunch, provide …

Mount Wutai by Boj

Mount Wutai (Inscribed)

Mount Wutai

Went with a friend Sept. 8-11th.

Many things have already been said on how beautiful this place is; so I won't add anymore on that. It is definitely a place …

Yin Xu by Boj

Yin Xu (Inscribed)

Yin Xu

From Beijing, it takes 6 hours by train to Anyang - the northernmost city of Henan Province. The trip can be cut short into 3 hours if one takes the …

Rice Terraces of the Philippine Cordilleras by Els Slots

Rice Terraces of the Philippi… (Inscribed)

Rice Terraces of the Philippine Cordilleras

Visited Batad and Bangaan rice terraces last February 2010.

Such an amazing experience! Stayed in Batad Homestay c/o Mang Ramon who can offer the "rice terrace" experience - like preparing …

Royal Joseon Tombs by Els Slots

Royal Joseon Tombs (Inscribed)

Royal Joseon Tombs

During my 5-day trip to Korea, I was able to visit 3 of the Joseon tombs.

The first was Jeongneung (in Seoul, close to Sungshin Women's University subway station). I …

Gochang, Hwasun, and Ganghwa Dolmen by Clyde

Gochang, Hwasun, and Ganghwa … (Inscribed)

Gochang, Hwasun, and Ganghwa Dolmen

I visited the dolmen site in Ganghwa Island in Jan. 1, 2010. It is an ideal day trip for those based in Seoul. The earliest bus from Sinchon station is …

Budapest by Solivagant

Budapest (Inscribed)

Budapest

(May 2009)

Budapest is one of the most beautiful cities I have visited. The Danube promenade fortunately is not as crowded as in the banks of Seine (in Paris) and …

Hollókö by Els Slots

Hollókö (Inscribed)

Hollókö

Visited May 26th, 2009

Went with three Hungarian friends as a day trip from Szolnok. Weather was clear and the village was quiet. The wooden houses are really beautiful and …

Vigan by Els Slots

Vigan (Inscribed)

Vigan

Visited Vigan last March (2009). The city is about two hours from Laoag - the capital of Ilocos Norte.

The Cordillera Inn along Calle Crisologo is highly recommended. They have …

Baroque Churches by Els Slots

Baroque Churches (Inscribed)

Baroque Churches

Visited Paoay and Santa Maria last March (2009).

Both churches are amazing. The huge buttresses of Paoay church are unparalleled. One can still notice the corals used to build the …

Mount Emei, including Leshan Giant Buddha by Els Slots

Mount Emei, including Leshan … (Inscribed)

Mount Emei, including Leshan Giant Buddha

Went to Leshan and Emeishan in December 2008.

Like most sites in China, it is always rewarding to start early in the day to avoid the crowd. In winter, the …

Sichuan Giant Panda Sanctuaries by Els Slots

Sichuan Giant Panda Sanctuari… (Inscribed)

Sichuan Giant Panda Sanctuaries

Visited Bifeng Gorge in Ya'an, Sichuan December 29th. About two hours away southwest of Chengdu.

Originally, there was a plan to visit Wolong and/or Siguniangshan; but we were advised not …

Imperial Tombs by Jarek Pokrzywnicki

Imperial Tombs (Inscribed)

Imperial Tombs

Jiangsu Province, Nanjing. Traveled with two friends on 22nd November, 2008.

Ming Xiaoling Tombs is part of the whole Zijin Mountain scenic area. Package ticket of 140RMB per person gives …

Huangshan by Els Slots

Huangshan (Inscribed)

Huangshan

From Shanghai to Huangshan, it will be best to take the 5-6 hour bus ride. Trains going to and coming from Huangshan take longer.

A weekend trip is enough, but …

Fujian Tulou by Els Slots

Fujian Tulou (Inscribed)

Fujian Tulou

Went with a friend last week of August 2008 for a short weekend trip. Shanghai to Xiamen flights can be cheap, so check regularly. Regular buses from Xiamen to Yongding …

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