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The Harbour City - Sydney
Forever, Sydney has been the number one on the world's backpacker list. Its charm is so complete that many people who plan to spend a few days on the beach eventually don't want to leave. That's it, the significance of Sydney is not just in the idealistic novelty of the sun, ocean, and beach in the city, although they play an essential role.
Lily StewartPublished 4 years ago in WanderA different kind of religious experience
The darkness surrounds you, envelopes you with the smell of leaves turning to dirt, the crunch of twigs beneath your feet, and the sound of birds calling to one another across the vastness of the trees. You move through this space with reverence, as a priest might move through a church, with respect and familiarity. This place is sacred, sincere, and you would never dare to disturb the serenity this place has borne for so many. Moonlight filters down through the branches of the trees and you can almost feel the rays gently touching your face, your skin, sinking beneath the surface sending a wave of calm straight to your bones. You trek on silently, the breeze gently pushing you onward toward your destination, spurring you on to one of the only places you feel the most yourself, the one place your soul feels truly at peace. In the distance you see your destination, the spot through the forest where the branches seem to create an archway, leading you like a shepherd would their flock. An old, abandoned temple long since forgotten by civilization, but the forest has not forgotten this place. Unlike people the forest does not discard its past, it turns it into something new, something far more beautiful than it ever was before. Vines have grown on the building, creeping slowly up the walls to replace the ornate decorations once hung so ostentatiously, now the building has a much more subtle beauty. The rows upon rows of unforgiving, wooden benches now have soft moss adorning them, a cushion for those who come here to worship the forest rather than the old customs. Through the cracks in the floor flowers grow, bringing life to this hallowed place. You smile to yourself taking in the appearance of the temple. You move forward toward the alter, your steps reverberating like a heartbeat through the entire structure. It feels fitting to you, you live for the forest, for the simple beauty of the nature found within these woods, within these walls. You reach the smooth stone of the alter, running your hands slowly across the cool, rough surface, the sensation familiar and comforting. You reach down to the bag hanging at your side, the leather worn and familiar, and you pull from it a small bouquet of flowers. You take the ones from the alter you left when you last came, they are withered and brittle now. You replace them with the fresh blooms, the colors seeming to glow beneath the moonlight filtering in through the holes in the roof, and against the backdrop of dark, aged stone, the sight is striking. You take a few more minutes to yourself in the temple carrying with you the old flowers to dispose of later. You sit silently on one of the old pews, relaxing as the quiet hum of the forest lulls you into a state of calm you have not felt in so long. You imagine this is the feeling that drives people to devote themselves to religion, this sense of deep peace and belonging. You consider yourself devoted to this forest, to caring for the creatures within it, and to preserving the peace you find here. You begin to doze off, the moss beneath you a comfortable and welcome cushion after your trip here. The crickets play their music, and the birds sing their beautiful songs creating a gentle lullaby, and you wish you could stay forever. You know you cannot stay though, as much as you would love to, and after some time has passed, you stand, stretching your muscles slowly, collecting your old flowers, walking toward the archway that once held a door. It is time to go home, your time in the forest is over for tonight, but you know you will be back.
Savannah AichemPublished 4 years ago in WanderWill the REAL Upstate New York Take a Bow
When people think Upstate New York, they immediately think of Albany or Syracuse, but they are not even close. Upstate New York is many quaint little towns and villages scattered throughout and north of the Adirondack Mountains, the most famous being Lake Placid, home of the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympic Games. Upstate New York has much to offer the traveler eager for fun, excitement, and adventure in any season.
Susan Fleck PenningtonPublished 4 years ago in WanderWhy Should I Study Abroad?
It all starts when you say yes... In 2018, I was in my second year of my undergraduate degree. I was given the opportunity to spend my second semester studying at the University at Buffalo, New York.
Melina NotidouPublished 4 years ago in WanderFive Travel Tips for a First-Time Flyer
Our first ever airport journey can be a bit intimidating. It seems like there are so many things to remember. I wouldn't worry. We've all been there!
Melina NotidouPublished 4 years ago in WanderFor the Love of Adventure
TikTok has taken the internet by storm in the past couple years with its addictive layout, usability, and user-based content. It started out as Musical.ly, a place where users could upload videos of them lip-syncing or 'dancing' to songs. And later it evolved into TikTok, which still has much of that Musical.ly content but also many new forms of content and communities that are entirely different.
Zach DoehlerPublished 4 years ago in WanderAmbience Creacions with World Class Facilities
Ambience Group developed its new luxury residential project “Ambience Creacions” in Sector 22, Old Delhi – Gurgaon highway. The project is available for possession with all the luxury amenities for the residents. This property is developed with three-tier security to protect the residents from unwanted disturbances. The project is developed in a premium location of 15 acres surrounded by well- developed residential communities and locations. Ambience Creacions offer fully developed residential luxury apartments in a prime area with quality and modern architecture on international standards. This is a world of pure luxury with almost every amenity is available in a perfectly developed community.
property xpoPublished 4 years ago in WanderHow to Manage Booking with Royal air Maroc reservations?
Royal Air Maroc is Morocco’s largest airline. The airline is wholly owned by the Government of the country, headquartered in Casablanca-Anfa. The airline serves more than 100 domestic and international destinations making it an international airline. The airline is majorly known or the only airline of Morocco that can connect Morocco to other third-world countries. It is also famous for its services - onboard and airport, the staff, and in-flight experience on long-haul flights.
Justin ParkerPublished 4 years ago in Wander10 Most Popular Festivals of India For Indian Brands to Market a Product
A country with a diverse mix of peoples, there is no dearth of festivals in India. Home to Hindus, Christians, Muslims, Sikhs, Buddhists, and Jains, India celebrates some festival or the other throughout the year. The festive season is something that everyone looks forward to. Not only people but also big brands! The festive season is also a season for shopping, be it for clothes, household appliances, furniture, vehicles, jewelry, holiday travel, and much more. Hence this is the time for marketers to announce festive offers, discounts, special sales, and so on, to entice the customers to shops and loosen their purse strings. In the process, the Indian economy also gets a much-needed boost.
Adventurous Roads Ahead - Unbound and Determined: Part 1
Look Went looking for a wild ride. Found meaning brought me smiles. Shared the feeling with all around. Taught my soul the salt and grain in folk.
Greg PrincePublished 4 years ago in WanderHow to save pennies by camping safaris
Over the years, accommodation facilities have increased in great length. Even so in terms of both pricing and quality. In addition, the location of these facilities and the amount of people do matter. What’s more, if you want to keep travel cost low, camping is your best option.
Peter PhilipPublished 4 years ago in Wander3 Reasons to go to Palawan
Have you ever thought of going to the Philippines? Manila the country's capital is a lot of fun and a giant city with a lot of adventures. (And a lot of traffic.)
Fiona MeisnerPublished 4 years ago in Wander