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What is known about this vacant building with extensive graffiti?
I have noticed a building at Linienstrasse 138 in the Mitte district that appears to have been unoccupied for years. It has an unusually large amount of graffiti, including some offensive symbols, yet...
The story about a healing spring near the old banyan is a bit of a mashup of a few different local tales. The banyan by the trailhead off Zhinan Road is real and worth a look, but the spring bit proba...
Planning a Bangkok trip with your elderly parents? What are some good activities?
What are some things I can take my parents to do in Bangkok when they come to visit that would be good for a couple of senior citizens? They can't stay out in the heat for long periods of time or...
zazenkais & sesshin Is there any online or in presence?
The guide nails the classics, but don't sleep on the fish. Head to the restaurant at the end of the Old Bazaar, just past the clock tower, near the river. They grill whole carp from Lake Ohrid, and it...
The guide is spot on about Kampung Batik in Cipedes, but I'd add that you should ask for "batik tulis" specifically if you want the real hand-drawn stuff. A lot of stalls mix in the stamped version, w...
The Macarena tip is spot on, I stayed at the Black Swan two years ago and it's still the best value bed I've found in Spain. One thing to add: the 20 minute walk to the Cathedral is actually a nice st...
Best Food in Goyang (2026)
**🍜 Start in Ilsan** Begin your food tour in Ilsan, Goyang's most vibrant district, known for its dense concentration of restaurants and cafes. Head to the Lake Park area, where you'll find everythin...
Cincinnati Airport to City Center (2026)
**🚕 Taxi Service** Taxis are available outside baggage claim at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG). The flat rate to downtown Cincinnati is $35, and the trip takes about 20 minu...
The Karaj River promenade is nice but gets packed on Friday evenings. I'd suggest going early in the morning around 7 AM when the light hits the mountains and the air is fresh. The walk from the bridg...
