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The smallest of Seoul’s Five Grand Palaces is renowned for its mixture of western and eastern architecture.  

Marvel at the cherry blossom trees at the foot of a mountain and soak your feet in the public baths formed by natural hot springs.

Hundreds of brightly colored exotic fish species swim around tanks and hang in bags outside the shopfronts of this unique market. 

One of the world’s largest and most cutting-edge cities is at the heart of this region that’s blessed with sacred shrines, gorgeous coastlines and lush mountain landscapes. 

Glass-melding and Buddhist shrines set the stage for old-world Japan, while steaming hot springs used by the imperial family create an otherworldly setting.

Hundreds of brightly colored exotic fish species swim around tanks and hang in bags outside the shopfronts of this unique market. 

Hundreds of brightly colored exotic fish species swim around tanks and hang in bags outside the shopfronts of this unique market. 

Visit this region on China’s southeast coast to find an alluring city and its quaint English charm, a picturesque harbor, Buddhist monuments and scenic beaches.

Cats of all shapes and sizes have taken over this purr-fect petting zoo, with a cat train and friendly staff who let you watch the pets during feeding times. 

Hundreds of brightly colored exotic fish species swim around tanks and hang in bags outside the shopfronts of this unique market.