encyclopedia – 百科事典;
explorer – 探検家;
UAE – アラブ首長国連邦;
gold leaf 金箔;
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National Geographic started in 1888. It is an American magazine known for its authority and scientific quality. Like an encyclopedia, it shares articles on society, history, and culture. It is also famous for its high-quality photos, making it a great platform for photojournalists.
National Geographic has just revealed its list of the top 25 places to visit in 2025. The list was chosen by its explorers, photographers, and editors. Some of the top places are Kanazawa, Japan; Bangkok, Thailand; the Eastern and Oriental Express train in Malaysia; and Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Kanazawa was chosen as an alternative to Kyoto, which is crowded with tourists. Kanazawa is just two hours from Kyoto by train. It has a well-preserved castle, traditional teahouses, Kenroku-en Garden, and a samurai district. Kanazawa also makes 99% of Japan’s gold leaf. Visitors can try making gold leaf decorations at workshops like Gold Leaf Sakuda.
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