The mountain has long been considered a site of reverence for both Shintoism and Buddhism, which believe gods or spirits are everywhere and in everything. The respect for Mt. Fuji was such that religious ceremonies were initially held away from the mountain. Still, the mountain eventually became the site for ascetic Buddhism, which features Shinto elements. During this time, a place of worship, the Dainichi Temple, was finally erected upon the summit. Even in modern times, the religious traditions continue with a ceremony held at the start of every climbing season to pray for the safety of climbers.
Every year, over 200,000 people hike up Japan’s tallest mountain, doing their version of a pilgrimage that is thousands of years old. While the mountain was once feared and revered from a distance, now Mount Fuji is a popular destination for both novice and experienced climbers.
Mt. Fuji, Japan’s highest peak at 3,776 meters (12,388 feet), is a symbol of the country’s natural beauty, Its perfect cone shape attracts visitors for breathtaking views. A must-see for any traveler to Japan.
The island of Crete offers a rare mix of splendid beaches, amazing mountain landscapes, vibrant towns and cosy villages inhabited by warm-hearted locals, all this spiced with genuine local cuisine, excellent wine, and perhaps a shot of raki! The south-west part of the island is characterized by a unique landscape of scenic gorges and a coast full of secluded beaches and deep blue waters.
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Take a ride on Europe’s tallest cantilevered observation wheel in the heart of the city on your vacation.
A five-day, self-guided adventure holiday cross-country skiing in Valdres, a region in central, southern Norway.
Shikoku is Japan’s fourth-largest island, home to some of the country’s most spectacular and undeveloped scenery.
A land of deep valleys and dzongs perched on precarious peaks, Bhutan is one of the most isolated nations.
The Faroe archipelago comprises 18 volcanic islands, occupying a patch of the Norwegian Sea halfway.
They are a place to fully immerse yourself in nature and take in awe-inspiring landscapes and seascapes.