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 …
Member since December 2010
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
Ancient Tea Plantations of Pu… (Inscribed)
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 (Inscribed)
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 o… (Removed from tentat…)
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 Phili… (On tentative list)
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 … (Inscribed)
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 (Inscribed)
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 (Inscribed)
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 Philippi… (Inscribed)
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 (Inscribed)
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 … (Inscribed)
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 (Inscribed)
(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 (Inscribed)
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 (Inscribed)
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 (Inscribed)
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 … (Inscribed)
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 Sanctuari… (Inscribed)
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 (Inscribed)
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 (Inscribed)
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 (Inscribed)
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 …