Nyungwe National Park

Nyungwe National Park lies in southwest Rwanda, partly abutting the Burundi border. It's a vast area of mountain rainforest, home to many species of chimpanzees, plus owl-faced and colobus monkeys. The Canopy Walkway, part of the Igishigishigi Trail, is a high suspension bridge with views over the valley and surrounding forests. A trail runs to the Kamiranzovu Marsh, with its birdlife, orchids and waterfall.
It is one of the oldest rainforests in Africa and was recently designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2023. 

Unesco: Nyungwe National Park
Thank you Deo!
Date: March 30

Dray Nur waterfall

Dray Nur is a majestic waterfall located about 25–26 km south of Buon Ma Thuot city center in Dak Lak Province, Vietnam. Known as the Wife Waterfallin the local Ede language, it is one of the most powerful and scenic falls in the Central Highlands, stretching over 250 meters in length and falling from a height of approximately 30 meters.

Thank you Hạnh-Nhi!
Date: March 9

Fiona

Born prematurely on January 24, 2017, at the Cincinnati Zoo, Fiona is a world-famous Nile hippopotamus who survived against all odds. Weighing only 29 pounds at birth, far below the normal 75–100 pounds,she became a beloved symbol of hope. Now a healthy adult, she resides with her mother Bibi, half-brother Fritz and Tucker. She celebrated her 9th birthday in 2026.

Tag: Favcourites tag
Date: March 25

Shiretoko Peninsula

The Shiretoko Peninsula is located on the easternmost portion of the Japanese island of Hokkaido, protruding into the Sea of Okhotsk. It is separated from Kunashiri Island by the Nemuro Strait. It was registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2005, in recognition of the peninsula being the southernmost point where sea ice usually forms in the Northern Hemisphere. Shiretoko is one of the richest integrated ecosystems in the world. Encompassing both terrestrial and marine areas the property is located in the northeast of Hokkaido and is comprised of a part of the Shiretoko Peninsula, which protrudes into the Sea of Okhotsk and the surrounding marine areas.

Unesco: Shiretoko
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Date: March 18

Burana Tower

The Burana Tower is one of Kyrgyzstan's most iconic historical landmarks, located about 80 km east of Bishkek near the town of Tokmok. It is a large minaret and the last remaining vestige of the 9th-century ancient city of Balasagun, which was once a major capital of the Karakhanid Khanate and a key stop along the Silk Road. Originally standing at 45 meters tall, the tower's top half was destroyed by an earthquake in the 15th century, leaving it at its current height of approximately 25 meters. You can climb the steep, narrow internal staircase to the top for panoramic views of the Chuy Valley and the Tian Shan mountains. The surrounding field is filled with balbals, ancient stone grave markers with detailed carvings of faces.

RR: Vacation RR
Date: March 16

Rokuon-ji

Kinkaku-ji, officially named Rokuon-ji, is one of Kyoto's most iconic Zen Buddhist temples and a UNESCO World Heritage site. It is famous for its stunning main hall, which has its top two floors entirely covered in gold leaf, reflecting beautifully in the Mirror Pond. The temple's centerpiece is a three-story reliquary hall containing Buddha's ashes. Each of the three floors represents a different architectural style: Shinden, Bukke, and Zen.It is one of the most visited Buddhist temples in Kyoto and the most iconic in Japan.

Unesco: Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto (Kyoto, Uji and Otsu Cities)
Tag: Favourites tag
Date: March 26

Nuremberg Zoo

Flocke and Rasputin, 2 polar bears who used to live in Nuremberg Zoo before they moved elsewhere. Currently the zoo has 3 female polar bears, Nana, Finja and Elva who arrived in Nuremberg in 2023.The Aquapark at Nuremberg Zoo is a modern, 2,300-square-meter water landscape opened in 2001 that allows polar bears to live alongside sea lions, penguins, and otters. It features a large artificial pool, rocky areas, and a 150-square-meter facility with underwater viewing areas for visitors.

RR: 10 Countries RR (20)
Date: March 28

Meetup Vosges

Postcrossing meeting Vosges. Thank you Lara!
Date: March 30

Meetup Basel

A souvenir from a postcrossing meet in Basel. Thank you Jo!
Date: March 28

From Basel

From a postcrossing meeting in Basel. Thank you Raquel!
Date: March 28

Giant Panda

10 Countries RR (20)
Date: March 18

From Switzerland

From Switzerland, thank you Maria!
Date: March 28