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White Rock British Columbia

2012-05-08T11:54:00.000+09:00

One of the most famous place to visit in Vancouver is the White Rock British Columbia in West Vancouver. This White rock is a symbol of the City. A big rock painted with white.

It's not the big white rock that is famous in the place but the Pier. According to the History of the Pier, Federal funding was appropriated to build a permanent pier in Semiahmoo Bay in 1914 in anticipation of White Rock becoming a seaport. The 1600-foot structure was completed the following year, at a total cost of $15,000. The pier quickly became a popular recreational promenade.

After the First World War, the Great War Veterans Associations built a meeting hall on pilings beside the pier. The building burned in 1935. It was replaced by a more modest version which suffered the same fate in 1970.

From 1930s to 1950s Union Steamship vessels offered excursions from White Rock to Victoria, Bowen Island and the Sunshine Coast. In 1953, in order to protect the pier and small vessels from violent weather, and to provide moorage, a stone breakwater was constructed.

In 1977 the pier was completely rebuilt by the federal Government, and turned over to the City of White Rock. It was designated a municipal heritage site in 1982.

Side view

The ladies playing in the water. Oh yes! She got a crab.

The place for fishing crabs.

The guy fishing crabs.

There are also starfish.

Another beautiful view in White rock.

There are also boats.

And beautiful birds.

And a big clock.

Save your Relationship

2012-04-30T20:04:00.000+09:00

Everybody knows that there's no perfect marriage. Nobody's perfect so it's normal to face a problem with regards to marriage specially to International couples. It's not easy to deal with someone that has different customs, traditions, and language with you. It's the problem that most International couples are having trouble with that's why most of them are getting divorce.

I always hear my mom saying that Marriage is not like rice that you put in your mouth but when it's too hot, you can take or throw it out. She means you can't just get married and suddenly separate when you're not happy with it. Sometimes you need marriage counseling to save your marriage life and your family. Don't give up easily. There are lots of marriage counselor online that can help save your relationship.

Hello Korea

2012-04-30T19:52:00.000+09:00

After our vacation in Canada, we are now here in Korea. We are so happy to eat Korean food for a long time. We miss a lot of food and we enjoy eating the food that my hubby listed when we were in Canada. It's good to be home but after staying here for a few days, again we feel like going on vacation again. It's too strange. When we are at home, we want to go out of the country. When we are out of the country, we want to go home. It's strange or is it us who are strange?

Anyway, my hubby is planning to travel again but he wants to go to the place that we've been to. There's this place in Vietnam that he likes the most so he wants to go back there and have a vacation in one of the motel where we stayed. A motel with a great view at the back.

Save for your trip

2012-04-24T18:25:00.000+09:00

Except for the plane ticket, accommodation is where you always spend much when you travel. It's what my hubby told me so he always tries to make a deal to the hotels or guesthouses if we stay longer. We sometimes get discount but not always and we are not satisfied with the deals that he always made. That's why I consider myself lucky for finding this Discount Hotels online where we can save much for our travel. We travel a lot so it's very important for us. I can't imagine how much money I can save with the deals that it offers.

All I need to do is to get the Expedia coupon code and I can start to save for our trip. Wow~ that means we can travel longer if we can save more. More savings means more trip to come. Yipppeee! I'm so happy for knowing that there are lots of savings to get for our trip not only for our accommodations but also for our flight and more.

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Discrimination in Vancouver

2012-04-24T18:07:00.000+09:00

I don't believe on what I saw yesterday. While I was taking a walk going to the park with my hubby, we saw a White guy in the car threw a cup of coffee to the Asian guy who was pulling a TV on his cart. Luckily, the cup didn't hit the Asian guy but the TV. The TV has lots of coffee and the guy who looks like Chinese just looked at the car running away.

It's not the first time that I saw this kind of situation during our stay here in Vancouver. I also witnessed a few weeks ago that the White lady threw a cup of coffee to the side walk where there are Asians walking. I thought there's least discrimination here in Vancouver because I saw lots of Asians here.

I just feel upset on what I saw. But I still feel the kindness of White guys that people show here in Canada specially the bus drivers. They are so kind enough to help others specially in giving directions.

Unique and Beautiful

2012-04-23T08:02:00.002+09:00

Ladies, if you were to ask what kind of present you want from your boyfriend, what is your answer? I know! I know! Everyone has the same taste when it comes to present from loveones. We all like the best one of course. When we say the best, the 1,6 carat diamonds are what we are thinking of. All ladies love diamonds. We think that we are the prettiest and most important person in the world when we receive diamonds. Of course not everyone can receive because we think they are unaffordable. But we are wrong. They are that expensive as we think of. If you want to know about the prices and lists of diamonds check out the jewellery in singapore store. You can't believe in what you see. There are different kinds and types of diamonds in a very affordable prices. You can even make your own unique style if what you're looking for is not listed there but I'm sure you will forget to make your own design because most of the designs are already unique and beautiful.

These hearts on fire engagement rings are one of the best! You know, I'm also a woman who loves jewelries that's why I also check out and find the best jewelries online. The hearts on fire are one of the excellent choice for loveones! I'm already married but I'm still longing for another engagement ring with the same person, my hubby, the love of my life. Do I have to wait for our silver wedding to get one? Isn't it possible to get one before that time? Ahhhh, I can't wait for the best present that I could possibly have if my hubby will give me one of the hearts on fire engagement rings. Well, maybe it's the right time to show him a sign so he could get one for me. But how? Could you teach me one? Hmmmm, maybe I have to show him the site first by living my laptop on with the jewelry site in an open window. Don't you think it's a good idea?

Well, if you are a lady reading this, what would you do to get the present that you want? And for gentlemen out there, could you also give us some suggestions so you could buy them for us? What is the best way to do? It's not the diamonds that count but we feel much special if we receive a diamond from our loveones.

Dog Parks

2012-04-23T07:22:00.001+09:00

I've got lots of pictures to share about my trip in Canada but I'm running out of time to post because I don't know which one to share first. There are lots of famous places to see in Vancouver. There are lots of famous parks. When I first came here, I was so glad to see some parks in the neighbourhood but after staying here for many days, I found out that those parks that I've seen first were nothing compare to big parks that I've been to.

What I like the most is, dogs are allowed in every parks even those that are famous ones. Dogs' owners must be happy for that. Unlike in Korea, dogs are not allowed to enter in most parks. Dogs here are too big but they are allowed in the park. Ahhhh... dog owners are so lucky here.

Choose the right one

2012-04-21T05:36:00.000+09:00

I had a chat with my friend and she said that her salary just goes to nothing. She has to pay the rent of her apartment, insurance, tax, and send some money to her family back home. So, she said when someone calls and tells her that a member of her family is sick, she doesn't know what to do because she has nothing to give for them. I undestand her situation. And I think she's not alone. There are lots of people who are always in need. I thought she's not having trouble when it comes to financial matter because of her high salary. But even her who earns much lacks financially how much more those who don't have a good job and doesn't earn much like her? Emergency situation comes in times when we don't expect so it's great that we have someone or something to lean on when we are in need. And I can say that payday loans are something that we can lean on. But be careful when you find loans, you have to find the one that suits you.

The right payday loans are those that are willing to help us. They can give you the amount of money that you need as long as you have a job. In just few easy steps, you can get your loan in just 24 hours and you can get it right into your account. Check out the site and put the amount that you need and see how much you the interest that you need to pay. The site will calculate the amount that you're going to pay for the your loan and interest. I can say that it's much better than borrowing to your friend, family or relatives because the payday loan will never put you down.

Dollarama

2012-04-20T08:45:00.001+09:00

The most exciting thing to do in Vancouver is to go shopping in Dollarama. It's a store selling stuffs for only 1 dollar or less. There are some that cost more than one dollar but not more than 2 dollars. You can find almost everything from chocolates, accessories, home products, foods, perfume and a lot more.

We weren't interested at first because we thought it's just the same as the store in Korea which is 1,000 won that most of the stuffs if not all, are made from China. But the stuffs in Dollarama are made from all around the World like Italy, Canada, Philippines, China, etc. I think cheap products from other countries are collected and are sold in Dollarama.

One day, we had nothing to do and we were full from dinner so we decided to take a walk. We were tired of the parks so we chose to take a walk to Dollarama which always pass by when we go somewhere. The sign is so attractive so we decided to go window shopping. It's about 20 minutes on foot from our place.

Wow~ we didn't regret visiting the store because we had so much fun checking the stuffs and prices. You can't believe that you can buy much from your 10 dollars. It's unbelievable! Look what we've got for less than $10.

Cups and piggy bank for my collections. They have Canadian sign so I have to put them in my collection cabinet where stuffs bought from the countries that I've visited are decorated.

Chocolates! I recommend to buy chocolates here as "pasalubong" or presents when you go back home. Chocolates are much cheaper in Dollarama than in supermarket or other stores.

Pretzels and Meringue Bites. I miss my childhood so I bought them.

Marsmallows! You can get 3 marsmallows for $1. A small plastic pack of marsmallows is almost $3 in Korea.

My hubby said that he wanted to eat chocolates again so we went back to Dollarama two days later after buying the stuffs above and here what we've got. Toblerone for $1.5 each, get 2 tootsie rolls for $1, 4 packs of chicken noodle soup for $1, perfume for $1 each so I bought three (I was just surprised and excited), again my hubby bought the same chocolates as last time; the caramilk and Mr. Big for 69 cents each and colgate toothpaste (I forgot the price) maybe $1 or $1.5.

I have so much fun everytime I visit the store. I can't wait for our next shopping.

Kintaro Japanese Noodle Restaurant in Vancouver

2012-04-19T12:03:00.000+09:00

We always check out online about the famous restaurants and this Kintaro Japanese Noodle Restaurant is one of the most famous restaurants in Vancouver. It is famous for Japanese, Westerners, Koreans, etc. The restaurant is just across from the Safeway in downtown.

Lots of people were waiting outside so we had to form in line to wait for our turn. Because there were many people, we even had to eat in one table with others.

When you order, the waitress or waiter what kind of soup you like because you can choose your soup from thick, medium, or light and your BBQ pork for fat or lean. All soup made from pork bone stock.

We went to the restaurant with my hubby's friend. We ordered different kinds of noodles so we can try them all. My hubby ordered Shoyu Ramen. It is made of bean sprout, menma, green onion, nori, and BBQ pork. It's the ramen in special soy sauce soup with pork bone stock. It is well-balanced flavor with noodle.

I had the Shio Ramen which is made of bean sprout, menma, green onion, boiled egg, and BBQ pork. Ramen in simple and mild soup made from pork bone stock and natural sea salt.

Miso Ramen is for my hubby's friend. It is made of bean sprout, onion, menma, green onion, egg and BBQ pork. Ramen noodle in soup flavored with a blend of soy sauce and bean paste from four different Japanese regions and twelve spices. It is said that it's the Kintaro's Best!

Scotiabank Movie Theater

2012-04-18T13:41:00.000+09:00

Watching movies is always in our plan when we travel to other country even here in Canada. We decided to watch the Wrath of the Titans in 3D at Scotia Movie Theater in downtown Vancouver. Wow~ I've never seen a huge screen like the screen in Scotiabank Movie Theater so far. It's so huge and clean.

We bought our ticket earlier. We bought them on April 5th, and we watched on Apr. 12th, Tuesday at 3:10 p.m. We just found out that it's cheaper to watch on Tuesday afternoon. We bought out ticket for only $10.50 each.

I also bought a large popcorn with butter for more than $8 including tax. The popcorns are soft. My hubby said they are the most delicious popcorn that he has ever tasted.

They are delicious but large is too big for us so here's our left-over. I took it home. We couldn't eat anymore. We were too full.

Our 3D glasses. We also brought them home. My hubby asked if we needed to bring back the glasses but the worker said that we can take them if we want so we took them home as a remembrance.

English Bay in Vancouver

2012-04-17T12:57:00.000+09:00

We got off at Davie St. and we arrived at English Bay. A few minutes away from the bus stop, I saw this cute statues.

Beside them are tulip flowers. They are just few steps from English Bay.

English Bay Burrard-Inlet was designated as an Important Bird Area because the sheltered waters support large numbers of waterbirds during the winter months. The shoreline areas are also important for breeding birds like cormorants, killdeer and great blue heron.

The English Bay-Burrard Inlet IBA is just one of over 11,000 sites designated worldwide. We share our beaches and coastal waters with a diversity of birds that rely on them for food and shelter. Waterbirds around Stanley Park need a safe and clean environment.

The bay is so beautiful and this boats added for the beauty of the bay. I think I saw this picture many times. It's like a scene in the movie.

The beautiful beach. It's huge! There are lots of beaches to enjoy.

There are lots of people jogging, biking, rollerskating or just taking a walk like us.

Others are sunbathing in beaches or park beside the bay.

It was cold but the weather was good because of the sunlight that's why there were many people in the beach.

Shabusen Japanese Restaurant in Canada

2012-04-16T11:10:00.000+09:00

Shabusen is one of the most famous Japanese restaurant in Vancouver. It's impossible to have meals if you won't make a reservation. There are lots of people waiting and all of them already made a reservation. I was about to make a reservation at 12:30p.m. when I called last night, but it wasn't available so I came up with 1:00p.m. This afternoon, we arrived at the restaurant at 12:45 but there were many people inside. Some of them just came without making reservations but they didn't accept them so they left. Our name was called a few minute past 1:00. The table was already set.

The waiter gave us the menu and later he gave us a sheet of paper with the lists of menu.

Because it was a buffet-style so we have given this list of menu to check on which ones are we gonna order. Choose the food that you're gonna eat and give back the paper to the waiter or waitress. You can ask this paper as many as you want. It's All you can eat! But remember that you will be charged for the left-overs. Sushi menu is charged $0.50 per piece. And you can stay on your table for only 1 1/2 hour.

Here's what we ordered. Miso soup, beef teriyaki, chicken teriyaki, sashimi (salmon, tuna, etc.), sushi (egg, salmon, tuna, crab, etc.), kimchi, dumplings, salad, etc.

All menus are great and sashimi is the best! Too bad that we can only order for 8 pieces each person.

Avocado roll, california roll, etc.

More sushis.

Temaki cone. Rice with spicy tuna covered with seaweed or laver.

Tempura. There are fried potato, squash, yam, zucchini, and carrots to choose from.

Lots of people in the restaurant. The tables are always occupied during our meal. There's no vacancy, there are always people waiting on the list so you can't eat without making a reservation.

Beaver Lake in Vancouver

2012-04-15T12:03:00.000+09:00

While walking around English Bay we checked out the map to see how far we went and my hubby saw the Beaver lake on the map. He likes beaver much. He thinks they are cute and he even brought a beaver doll at home when he first came here in Canada. So, we changed our route and we headed to Beaver Lake.

From English Bay, we walked through the forest. We followed the small trails. It was so quiet and peaceful.

There are also huge trees that I think live hundreds of years.

We lost our way, we walked round and round and when we see the sign, it's always 1.2km away. But other trails have no signs so we sat on the bench and we asked a good guy jogging and he showed us the way to the lake. He told us about this green bridge. We crossed the bridge and after walking for a few minutes, we reached the lake.

Forest Lakes have short life spans and Beaver Lake is no exception. It's well on its way to becoming forest. It's the incredible shrinking lake. From the time a lake is created, it begins to fill in with dead plants, eroded soil material and other sediment. As dead plants break down, they reduce oxygen levels in the lake. This, in turn, slows down decay causing more vegetation to build up on the bottom and the lake gets shallower. Water-loving plants around the shore gradually extend into the middle of the lake to form a swamp. Eventually, shrubs and trees establish and the forest gradually takes over.

It often takes thousands of years for a lake to turn into a forest. But this process, called lake succession, is happening faster in Beaver Lake due to the spread of fragrant water lilies from eastern North America. Introduced in 1937 to beautify the lake, the lilies are robbing the water of oxygen as they die and decay- speeding up the natural process of succession. It may only take another 50 years for Beaver Lake to become forest.

Many animals rely on Beaver Lake to survive including dragonflies, frogs and salamanders, cutthroat trout, beaver and other animals that use freshwater for homes or breeding.

We waited and waited but we couldn't see any beaver but there is their lodge.

I asked the forest ranger and she told me that there beavers (a mother beaver, father and two babies) in the lake but it's impossible to see them during day time. She said they stay in their lodge during day time and just come out early in the morning or dusk.

The Olympic Cauldron

2012-04-14T10:14:00.000+09:00

Someone told us to visit Canada Place but when we arrived there we didn't know where to go so we asked someone and the handsome Canadian guy told us that the Olympic Torch is the best place to visit. It is just one or two blocks away from Canada place.

The Olympic Cauldron was lit on February 12, 2010 marking the official opening of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. The flame symbolizes the values that lie at the heart of the Games and Canadians - peace, friendship and respect.

Arriving from Athens, Greece, the Olympic flame was proudly carried by 12,000 torchbearers on a 45,000km journey across the country, embracing Canadians in over 1,000 communities along the way in the excitement of the Games.

As the flame made its way from coast to coast, it did much more than shine a light on the people and places that are truly Canadian. It carried with it a powerful message. The Olympic Cauldron, proudly provided by Fortls BC - as legacy for British Columbia and Canada to keep the inspiring memories of the 2010 Olympic Games alive for all. The Olympic Cauldron will be lit on special occasions to celebrate major achievements and events.

The torch looks awesome at night. The light changes its color so the torch sometimes looks blue, green, purple, yellow, etc.

The torch is at the plaza which recognizes Jack Poole, a great Canadian, a great Westerner and a great man. He helped and shaped the City and Province that we enjoy today.

He was the embodiment of the Olympic and Paralympic spirit, and it is fitting that the Olympic Cauldron will be located permanently in the Jack Poole Plaza.

The Gastown Steam Clock

2012-04-13T12:15:00.000+09:00

Designed and built by Horologist Raymond L. Saunders, the Gastown Steam Clock is the World's first steam powered clock that has been created for the enjoyment of everyone. The live steam winds the weights and blows the whistles. Every 45 minutes, one steel weight will travel by steam power to the top of the clock. The gravity driven "Falling Ball" drive was engineered by Douglas L. Smith.

Each quarter hour, the clock will sound the Westminster chimes. The large whistle will sound once on the hour. The steam is supplied by the underground system of central heat distributors limited. The component parts cost $42,000 and the clock weighs over two tons.

This clock is located at the Western Boundary of the old Granville townsite known as Gastown. In 1870, the shore of Burrard inlet was only a few yards North of this point. Through the early 1900's Gastown was the commercial center of Vancouver. By the 1960's it had become the center of Vancouver's Skid road. In the early 1970's, it was rehabilitated to it's former stature. The success of its rehabilitation was due to property owners, retailers and all the people of Gastown working together with city council and civic departments. The townsite committee composed of the property owners of Gastown were responsible for the beautification of the streets. John W. Parker served as chairman of the committee between Jan.1967 to Sept.1977.

There are so many lights in the street so we thought the street is much beautiful at night so we decided to go there in the evening. And yes, we are right! It is much more beautiful! It's far different from what I have seen in daytime. Look!

It was evening and there weren't so many people around the area but I think it wasn't dangerous for travelers at all.

The clock and the building look wonderful. The building always changes its color. You should try to see the town at night if you have a chance.

Lighthouse Park in West Vancouver

2012-04-12T08:32:00.000+09:00

Lighthouse Park in West Vancouver is a home to one of the Lower Mainland's remnants of old growth forest and a living example of the transition from the dry coastal Douglas-fir Zone to the wetter Coastal Western Hemlock Zone. Located at the Southern margin of the Coastal Mountain Plutonic Complex, it stands at the point where Burrard Inlet meets Howe sound.

Lighthouse park contains steep terrain and challenging trails. Good walking shoes or hiking boots are strongly recommended. Dangerous cliffs and steep drop-offs are found throughout the park. Trails can be muddy; rocky areas and roots are slippery when wet. Sounds dangerous but challenging.

Charted and named by Captain George Vancouver in 1792. Point Atkinson was an ideal geographic aid to shipping as colonial activity in the area increased. Late in the 19th century, the government of Canada set aside 65 hectares as a lighthouse reserve in effect preserving the area for the park that visitors are enjoying today. While a lighthouse has been on Point Atkinson since 1874, the current tower was built in 1912. Old army buildings can be found near the lighthouse, remnants of the site's military importance during World War II.

Here's the lighthouse viewpoint. Just a 10-minute walk from the park or plan a 25-minute strenous uphill hike back to the parking lot.

Point Atkinson Lighthouse and the list of names of the lighthouse keepers are written.

Lighthouse Park is a remnant coastal old growth forest. Visitors are asked to stay on trails. Do not throw balls or sticks into the forest for your dog to fetch. There are dog's waste bags located in every entrance of the park at the lighthouse park clean up after your pet.

It's what my hubby jealous about because Canadians can carry their dogs everywhere unlike in Korea, you are not allowed to enter in most parks with your dog. But here even the dog's waste bags are provided for your dog.

No barbecues, stoves, or fires of any kind in the park. Smoking is not permitted during fire season. April 15th through October 15th each year. No cycling or mountain biking. Leave flowers, moss, ferns, branches and fungi where they are. Parking lot gate is locked after dark. Cars left in the parking area after dark will be towed.

Stanley Park Pavilion

2012-04-11T15:46:00.000+09:00

We took a #19 bus and we got off at the last stop. The last stop will bring you at the Pavilion in Stanley Park. We didn't see the Pavilion on our first visit to the Park because we got off a few stops before the Pavilion. On our second visit to the Park, my hubby said we had to get off at the last stop to see the whole Park and I'm glad that we saw the Pavilion which is surrounded by the natural beauty that only Stanley Park, Vancouver’s crown jewel, can offer.

The Pavilion, built in 1911, became a hub of social acitivity as one of Vancouver's original dining, dancing and refreshment venues. It has since hosted many weddings, VIP events and civic functions. It is the oldest building in Stanley Park and an important heritage site. Otto Moberg, architect for the CP Rail chalets and lodges in Banff and Lake Louise designed the Pavilion in a Swiss-chalet style using fieldstone and wood.

Who will say that this picture is not taken in Swiss? It really looks like a place in Swiss, isn't it?

In the middle of the big trees is straw in the water.

You can also see here the Harding Memorial Sculpture.

Lonsdale Quay Market

2012-04-10T13:20:00.000+09:00

Conveniently located adjacent to the SeaBus terminal and bus loop in North Vancouver, BC at the foot of Lonsdale Avenue, Lonsdale Quay Market has the best of what the West Coast has to offer.

Walk down from Waterfront Station and take a SeaBus.

View of North Vancouver from the SeaBus.

At the gateway to the North shore, where SeaBus stops is where the Lonsdale Quay Market located.

Delight your senses with all that the Market has to offer, enjoy the food, gifts, artists and entertainment or just relax and enjoy the spectacular waterfront view. It is the best destination for having fun with family and friends. There is a Farmer's market where local farmers, bakers and crafters gather to sell their unique products on the East Plaza. A community artwork where you can enjoy the mosaic fountain, sculpture garden, and beautiful rotunda floor.

There's an International Food Court that serves Japanese, Chinese, Indian, British, Italian, Mexican, Greek, Vietnamese, North American, South American, and French food.

There's also a plaza where you can watch some entertainments or events.

There are over 80 unique shops at Lonsdale Quay Market. The market is open 7 days a week from 9a.m.-7p.m.

Lynn Canyon Park

2012-04-09T11:22:00.000+09:00

It was a long trip to the Lynn Canyon Park but we had so much fun. From our place, we took a skytrain to waterfront (downtown). Then we took a sea bus (ferry) to Lonsdale Quay Market. From the market we took a 228 bus again going to the Lynn Canyon Park. It was tiring but it worth it.

Lynn Canyon Park offers 250 hectares of coastal temperate rainforest with scenic canyons, pools and creeks to explore. Enjoy rugged hiking trails varying in length and difficulty, and cross the famous suspension bridge which suspends 50 meters above Lynn Creek.

According to the Lynn Canyon Park Historical Perspective, the park wasn't officially opened to the public until September 14th, 1912, the first of many annual "Lynn Valley Day" celebrations. After the festivities subsided, the allure of the park was attributed both to its natural setting, as well as to J.P. Crawford's suspension bridge that sits 50 metres above the creek. Crosses were then charged 5 cents, even if they only made it halfway.

Until the early nineties, the park was only 10 hectares in total area, located just south of the suspension bridge. In 1989, the district of North Vancouver announced plans to create 1,900 units of housing on the surrounding forest area. On the evening of May 31st 1989, 1,200 people packed Balmoral Secondary School in protest. A year later, the District announced that the area was to be preserved. The current 250 hectares stands in appreciation of the dedicated citizens of North Vancouver.

The most wonderful and interesting place in Lynn Canyon Park is the Suspension Bridge. It's too high and it's rocking or dancing.

You'll see this water if you look down from the bridge. I'm glad that I don't have fear of heights but I got dizzy and scared after looking down.

I was walking when the kid behind me said, Wow~ what a big rock! Oh, yes it is!

It's cool in the forest but I think it's cooler here in the Lake. Lots of people enjoy the sound of the water and kids are having fun playing in the water even in the cold weather. Some are just relaxing on the rocks.

I think the stairs made for safety, more comfortable and added for the beauty of the forest.

Another bridge where you can see the twin falls. Except from the twin waterfalls on the left side of the bridge, the water on the right side is also wonderful. It's clear and green. It's really beautiful.

The breathtaking twin falls.

Ahhhh, the beautiful forest. It's really a great place for a meditation. It's so cool and relaxing.

Btw, here are some informations provided for your safety at Lynn Canyon Park.
1. When you're asked to do something dangerous, don't bend to peer pressure.
2. Wear appropriate footwear. Flip-flops, sandals and high heels can cause ankle injuries because you are entering a concrete/sidewalk-free zone.
3. Use of controlled substances is strictly forbidden.
4. Dogs must be leashed.
5. Fences are provided for your safety. Do not climb the fences.
6. Do not smoke on the trails when the fire hazard is high.

Narita City, Japan

2012-04-08T10:25:00.000+09:00

When you visit Narita Temple, one of the enjoyable experiences is a walk on the long approach to the temple. This travelling style is quietly gathering popularity with international travelers. The surrounding area is also full of natural beauty and famous sightseeing spots for learning about Japan or just relaxing.

It is pleasant to walk, sighting many shops on the approach including long established shops, some of which have more than 100-year histories. These shops offer a wide variety of souvenirs, including Yokan (Traditional Japanese Sweet), Teppozuke (pickled vegetables), and Tsukudani (small fish boiled in sweetened soy sauce) as well as local sake.

From the airport, you can reach the City through Keisei Main Line using limited express or rapid express train which is run every 20 minutes. It's just 250yen and you can arrive within 7 minutes.

Naritasan Shinshoji Temple

2012-04-06T16:33:00.007+09:00

When you're in Japan, don't forget to stop by Narita City to visit Shinshoji Temple if you have time. The Shingon sect temple was founded in 940. It is dedicated to the Buddhist deity Fudo Myoo (Acala) and is Japan's greatest place to worship Fudo Myoo. It is just ten minutes by train from Narita International Airport.

Naritasan Shinshoji Temple is the headquarters of the Shingon Sect's Chizan School, built by Archbishop Kanjo in 940. One of the three major temples in the Kanto area dedicated to Fudomyo-o, the god of fire. Shinshoji is visited by more than 13 million woshipers each year.

The Great Main Hall is where the Buddhists do their rituals. There are lots of people inside doing some rituals.

The Main Gate or Nio-mon Gate was built in 1830. The gate is consists of 8 pillars. Having 4 guardians diety enshrined. It is also called the SHITEN-MON Gate. The superb quality of materials used and the method of construction employed make the structure truly characteristic of the late Edo period.

Three-storied Pagoda was originally built in 1712. The pagoda underwent three major repairs in 1801, 1812 and 1858. This gorgeous pagoda is typical of the structures in the Mid-Edo period.

This turtle-like stone have many small turtles. Can you see them? People throw coins and make a wish here.

The stones also caught my attention. I wonder if people were buried here during those times.

I think most temples have this kind of spring water where people can drink.

On the left side of the temple are these stairs.

The most interesting thing with it are the stones or walls of the stairs. There are something written on them.

Japanese Food

2012-04-04T15:46:00.005+09:00

My hubby said that eels are famous in Japan so on our way to the temple, we saw a famous eel restaurant where there are lots of Japanese and foreign customers. I think it's the most famous restaurant in that area because the near restaurants don't have any customers.

As you can see on this picture, they clean and cook the eel on the entrance where the customers can see and smell the delicious taste of the eels. Many people come here to eat freshy prepared eel. The restaurant building is an old-fashioned two-story structure with a pleasant atmosphere. English and Chinese menus are available.

Here's what I've ordered. An order of eel cost 2,200yen and the soup is 100yen. The slices of cucumbers and radish are free. I can say that Japanese eat healthy food. The food is mild. It's not too tasty or salty but it's delicious. Eel (Unagi) is loved by the Japanese for being both delicious and nutritious. It is favored as a meal in times when extra strength and stamina is needed.

Tea is also served as soon as you find your seat. You can drink tea as much as you can. The peacher of tea is serve beside you.

Again, while taking a walk, we saw a store with lots of customers so I bought a piece of amataro-yaki. Amataro-yaki is a generous helping of soft bean paste jam surrounded in a crispy shell. It is come with choice of azuki bean jam or white bean jam.

It's sweet and yummy. I think it's a great snack when you're hungry because a piece will make you full. It's also a great dessert because it's sweet. I'll recommend you to try it. It's just 100 yen. Very cheap, isn't it?

Idealpinkrose in Japan

2012-04-01T23:14:00.000+09:00

We were about to stay in Japan for three days but then my hubby changed his name so he changed our schedule and just stayed in Japan for a day. Japan is similar to Korea so it seems like my hubby doesn't like the country much. Anyway, we just visited the temple and had Japanese food. The food is what we enjoyed much. There are lots of delicious food specially eels. The weather was windy and unfortunately there was yellow dust when we visited the country so many Japanese wear mask. It rains in the afternoon so our visit in Japan is not that fun.

But! I can say that Japanese are so kind. They help us much specially in giving directions. They are too friendly and they always smile. My hubby said he learned something from them. He said we must be always kind to others like Japanese. Also, Japanese are very quiet specially in public places like trains, restaurants, etc. I think their cellphones are in etiquette mode when they are in public places and they don't talk too loud. Much different in Korea who talk too loud that it seems like they always fight when they talk.

Anyway, My hubby and I had good impressions with Japanese. My Korean hubby used to hate Japanese because of the history of Japan and Korea but after visiting Japan, he changed his mind. He said Japanese are so kind.

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2012-02-27T20:26:00.002+09:00

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