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Inokashira Park, located in Mitaka, is a great autumn spot in Tokyo to visit in early December! 🤩 You can take a stroll around the peaceful lake, framed by fiery maple trees, and stop by the local temple Inokashira Benzaiten. After a stroll around
An afternoon exploring the Royal Castle of Amboise in the Pays de la Loire 🏰 The castle has a rich history, as it was a palace for the kings of France during the Renaissance. You can see the grave of Léonardo Da Vinci buried in the chapel
Eikan-do, breathtaking temple in Kyoto to enjoy momiji 🍁🍁🍁 Eikan-do Temple is one of Kyoto’s most celebrated destinations for autumn foliage, with over 3000 maple trees on its grounds. 🤩 To be honest, it’s one of the most breathtaki
Autumn colors in Showa Kinen Park🍁 Located in Tachikawa, Showa Kinen Park is my favorite autumn spot near Tokyo. 🍁🤩 With ginkgo-lined paths and maple forests, this extensive park offers the ultimate fall experience for nature lovers. I love th
A little recap of October ✨ 1-3 - Continuing my exploration of Paris, in its autumn mood 🥾🍂 Discovering two new favorite museums: 4-5 Musée Rodin, where you can see the work of the famous French sculptor, August Rodin (1840-1917), in a bea

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Welcome to Travely Notes! I’m Sarah, the creator of this blog. I love to prepare my travels, take notes, and write about my experiences. I hope my notes inspire you to pack your bags and discover new places! :)

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