Category: History
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Sensational Sensō-ji Temple Tokyo
Even in the rain, Sensō-ji was busy when we arrived at 8:30 a.m., but we still managed to photograph Hōzōmon Gate and the five-storey pagoda. Inside the main hall, the atmosphere felt calmer as visitors paused to pray. Beyond the temple, Nakamise and the surrounding streets of Asakusa gave us plenty more to explore. Read more
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Crusher Plant Precinct Hornsby
Crusher Plant Precinct Hornsby Located in the northern Sydney suburb of Hornsby, the Crusher Plant Precinct is a re-imagining of an old industrial quarry site into a tranquil space with lawns, picnic shelters and barbeque facilities. Opened in March 2026, this is the first of several developments for the area that will eventually include additional… Read more
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Depression Era Hornsby Heritage Steps
Hornsby Heritage Steps Sydney New South Wales Constructed as part of a program of ‘works for the relief of unemployment’ during the Great Depression the Hornsby Heritage Steps, also known as ‘Depressions Steps’ link the Crusher Precinct to Central Hornsby and Rosemead Road Reserve. Rated a grade 3 walk, the steps are steep, so a… Read more