Blessed Easter..

Happy Easter To Everyone, its a time for Hope, renewal of Spirit, rekindling of Faith and rejoicing in the triumph of the Lord. Thanks so much to Isabelle of Germany for this great surprise Easter Postcard:)

Prambanan Hindu Temple - Indonesia

Prambanan is the largest Hindu temple compound in Central Java in Indonesia, located approximately 18 km east of Yogyakarta. The temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the largest Hindu temples in south-east Asia. It is characterised by its tall and pointed architecture, typical of Hindu temple architecture, and by the 47m high central building inside a large complex of individual temples.

*thanks Naya for all these beautiful postcards and stamps:)

Borobudur - Indonesia

Borobudur is a ninth-century Mahayana Buddhist monument in Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia. The monument comprises six square platforms topped by three circular platforms, and is decorated with 2,672 relief panels and 504 Buddha statues.[1] A main dome, located at the center of the top platform, is surrounded by 72 Buddha statues seated inside perforated stupa.

for more information: > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Borobudur

A Famosa, Malacca - Malaysia

A Famosa is a fortress located in Malacca, Malaysia. Built in 1511 by the Portugese, It is among the oldest surviving European architectural remains in Asia.

*thanks to SLLiew:)

Sam Poh Cave Temple - Ipoh Perak Malaysia

Sam Poh Cave Temple is a Chinese Buddhist Temple within a natural limestone hill which is discovered in 1912. It was developed by the Buddhist community and now has become an international tourist spot attracting visitors from all over the world. Among the main attractions there are beautifully decorated pavillion in front of the temple and a landscaped garden with a fish pool, which was awarded " The Best Landscape garden" in Malaysia at the year of 1993.

*thanks to kkkhor of Ipoh Perak:)

Lhasa Potala Palace, Tibet China

Lhasa Potala Palace, Tibet China, originally uploaded by Carol PostCrossing Journey.

Perched upon Marpo Ri hill, 130 meters above the Lhasa valley, The Potala Palace rises a further 170 meters and is the greatest monumental structure in all of Tibet. It was Originally built in 7th century and very famous for its grand buildings, complicated constructions, devotional atmosphere and splendid artworks.


Construction of the Palace began in 1645 during the reign of the fifth Dalai Lama and completed at 1648 by the Potrang Karpo. Some additional work was added between 1690 and 1694. The construction itself required the labors of more than 7000 workers and 1500 artists and craftsman.

Now it has become the religious and political center of Tibet, all the chapels and their artifacts are very well preserved.

* i would like to thanks Francoise of Beijing China for sending me this, the most beautiful view of Potala Palace, and thanks for every each postcards she sent me, individually beautifully stamped, and this one reached the total of 20postcards i received from her! thanks Francoise for contribute all this precious gem to my everlasting collections..

Barcelona!

Interesting postcard from Anita, thanks a lot:)

Monument Valley

Monument Valley is considered one of the natural wonders of the world because of the beauty of the enormous "monuments" of stone that have evolved from nature: wind and rain chip away at the land over millions of years, eroding the plateau, leaving a vast landscape of tourist opportunities.

Ancient City of Bagan, Myanmar

Bagan was founded in 849 on the banks of the Ayeyarwaddy river about 500 kilometers north of Yangon. it is an archaeological site where more than 2,000 pagodas cover in mostly undamaged condition, in area about 40 square kilometers the extent of the classical Bagan. Besides that, one finds in this area, which can be managed in walking stages, at least another 2,000 temple ruins. Even though Bagan is less famous than Angkor Wat in Cambodia, it is occasionally compared to the templecity of the Khmer concerning its archaeological importance.

words printed on the postcard: "The Best Joy is to Live in Yourself"

High above the Old Town and the Royal Palace of Stockholm.




Merano, city of Flowers..Italy.




Lighthouse of Sunderland, England.




The Urban Development Project of Shibam, Yemen.

Africa - Swakopmund, Namibia

Swakopmund located in Namibia Africa, well known as Namibia's most popular holiday destination. With its palm-lined streets, seaside promenades, pleasant summer climate and decent beaches, Swakopmund has attracted surfers, anglers and beach lovers from all over Southern Africa to come here for a visit or wonderful family holidays.

*thanks Anita:)

Africa - Fish River Canyon, Namibia

Africa Fish River Canyon is the second largest canyon in the world..
*Thanks Anita

Taj Mahal - Monument of Love

Taj Mahal, originally uploaded by Carol PostCrossing Journey.

another great view of Taj Mahal, thanks to Abhishek of New Delhi!

link:> http://carolpostcrossing.blogspot.com/2008/12/ps28-taj-mahal.html

Top of The World

Top of The World, originally uploaded by Carol PostCrossing Journey.

Mount Everest, the highest peak in the world, as seen from Kala Patthar 5545m in the Khmbu Region.

thanks to Abhishek of New Delhi!

CA- 55772 - Ottawa Canada

nice view of the Parliment Buildings from the Rideau Canal..

thanks to Zack of Canada!

NL-148709 -Windmill of Holand

as i mentioned before, i always love to get postcard showing Windmill of Netherlands..:)
thanks so much Imke!

PH-8364 - Paoay Church Ilocos Norte

wow!!! my first official postcard from Philippines!..:)

Paoay Church,the best known earthquake Baroque church in the Philippines which has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage list. The cornerstone of the church was laid by the Augustinian missionaries in 1704 while the cornerstone of the belfry was laid in 1793. The people already used it even before completion in 1894,but it was formally inaugurated on February 28,1896. It is said that large coral stones were used for the lower level of the church structure,and bricks were used for the upper levels. The walls which were made of coral blocks,tree sap,lumber and stucco-plastered bricks are 1.67 meters (more than 3 feet) thick,and are supported by 24 massive buttresses of intricate design.The church was partially destroyed twice by earthquakes in 1706 and 1927.In the restoration,permanent columns were built to support the ceiling. Today,this uniquely beautiful church still stands, wowing tourists with its majestic structure of Oriental,Gothic and Baroque influences.

Cards from PostCrossing Meeting:)

this postcard is special bcoz it was sent during postcrossing meeting held in wurzburg, and the members who participate the meeting have their signature on this postcard! thanks:)