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Wong Tai Sin Temple (Chinese: 黃大仙祠) is a renowned Taoist shrine and tourist attraction in Hong Kong, dedicated to Wong Tai Sin, also known as the Great Immortal Wong. Spanning 18,000 m² (190,000 ft²), the temple is famous for answering prayers through the practice of 'kau chim' ('What you request is what you get'). It is located on the southern side of Lion Rock in Kowloon.The temple's story began in the early 20th century when Leung Yan-am from Namgong village, Guangdong, introduced the worship of Wong Tai Sin to Hong Kong. In 1915, Leung set up an altar in his Wan Chai apartment using an image of Wong Tai Sin from his village. By 1916, he moved the altar to his herbal medicine shop, where patrons sought both healing and spiritual guidance. Wong Tai Sin's popularity grew rapidly as people attributed their prayers' success to the deity.In 1921, after a fire destroyed his shop, Leung reportedly received divine instructions via 'Fu Ji' (a Taoist divination technique) to establish a new shrine. Following Wong Tai Sin’s guidance, Leung and fellow Taoists selected a site in Chuk Yuen Village. Construction began on the 24th day of the sixth lunar month, and the shrine, named 'Chik Chung Sin Shrine' (Red Pine Deity Shrine), was completed shortly after. The shrine underwent several name changes, eventually becoming 'Chik Chung Wong Sin Hall' (Red Pine Immortal Wong Hall) in 1925, as decreed through 'Fu Ji' by the Taoist immortal Lü Dongbin.Initially a private shrine for Taoists and their families, the temple opened to the public during the Chinese New Year of 1934. It became fully accessible in 1956, following advocacy by the temple’s managing body, Sik Sik Yuen, and opposition to government plans to repurpose the site for public housing.In 1965, the temple was registered as a charitable organization and exempted from using 'Limited' in its name. Admission fees collected were donated to the Tung Wah Group of Hospitals, ensuring the temple's role as a community supporter.During and after World War II, the temple gained prominence as Chinese refugees settled nearby. With the influx of immigrants seeking divine assistance, Wong Tai Sin Temple became a spiritual anchor for the growing community. Its popularity surged in the 1950s, cementing its place as a major local shrine.The temple holds historical significance as the first Taoist temple in Hong Kong authorized to conduct Taoist weddings and issue marriage certificates. It was designated a Grade I historic building for its cultural and historical value.Wong Tai Sin Temple remains a vital religious and cultural site in Hong Kong, attracting worshippers and visitors from around the world. It symbolizes hope, healing, and divine guidance, rooted in the rich Taoist tradition.

The Molson Bank Building was constructed in 1866 at the corner of St. Peter and St. James streets (now rue Saint-Pierre and rue Saint-Jacques) in Old Montreal as the headquarters for Molson Bank, founded by William Molson (1793–1875). This was Montreal’s first building designed in the Second Empire style, a design led by architect George Browne and his son, John James George Browne.Molson Bank merged with the Bank of Montreal in 1925.The construction of the Molson Bank Building began in 1864 and completed in 1866. Due to outgrowing its previous location on St. James Street, Molson Bank acquired a neighboring lot in 1863, and an architectural competition awarded the design to George and John James Browne. Construction involved demolishing existing buildings on the site, with the bank’s counters and offices located on the first floor and basement. The upper floors, accessed from St. Peter Street, were leased to various tenants, including a publisher.In 1870, Molson Bank expanded by opening branches, establishing its head office on St. James Street as the main branch. By 1883, the bank occupied the entire building, which was expanded further in 1900 and 1911 to cover the entire lot. The original St. Peter Street entrance was eventually replaced with an entrance on Saint-Jacques Street.Following the 1925 merger with the Bank of Montreal, the building housed a branch and international services. In 1923-1924, the first floor was extended to Notre-Dame Street, connecting to the Insurance Exchange building constructed behind it. The Bank of Montreal branch closed in 1981 and was later converted into a training center. After the bank disposed of the property in 1999, it was renovated and eventually occupied by government and legal offices by 2009.

The Ernest Cormier Building is a heritage structure situated in the Old Montreal district of Montreal. Constructed between 1922 and 1925, it was designed by architects Ernest Cormier and Louis-Auguste Amos and served as the third courthouse in the city.Since 2005, the building has housed the Quebec Court of Appeal, and the 'Société québécoise des infrastructures' also operates from this location. Historically, the building was used for criminal cases from 1925 until the 1970s. It then accommodated the Conservatoire de musique et d'art dramatique du Québec in Montreal from 1975 to 2001. Following restoration work from 2002 to 2005, it was repurposed to house the Quebec Court of Appeal.On November 13, 2014, the Ernest Cormier Building was officially designated as a heritage building by the Ministry of Culture and Communications. Architecturally, it features classical simplicity, highlighted by an imposing colonnade. An inscription in Roman letters on the architrave reads: 'FRVSTRA LEGIS AUXILIVM QVAERIT QVI IN LEGEM COMMITTIT,' which translates to 'He who breaks the law seeks its help in vain'.

Hirsch is a hamlet in the RM of Coalfields, Saskatchewan, located about 18 miles east of Estevan along Highway 18. The post office, originally misspelled as 'Hirsh,' opened on December 1, 1893, and operated until March 31, 1970.Founded in May 1892 by Jewish settlers, Hirsch was the first settlement established by the Baron Maurice de Hirsch Foundation and the Jewish Colonization Association (JCA). It was named after Baron Maurice de Hirsch, one of the most prominent Jewish philanthropists of the 19th century.In Jewish tradition, great respect is shown to the deceased, and a cemetery is considered a priority. Before building a synagogue, early settlers set aside land for a cemetery, with colonist Mr. Blank dedicating an acre of his land for this purpose. Nearly 90 years after the first settlers arrived, the Hirsch Cemetery was consecrated and designated a Saskatchewan historic site. The Hirsch Jewish Cemetery is located just west of the hamlet along Highway 18. The original synagogue still stands but has been converted into a residence.During the Dust Bowl of the 1930s, most Jewish families left Hirsch and relocated to Winnipeg.Hirsch is also known for the autobiography of Mrs. Zellickson (or Zelickson), who immigrated in 1891 and wrote about prairie life in 1925, focusing on the role of women. She responded to a discussion in the magazine Nor'-West Farmer about the value of women’s work.

St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, a Municipal Heritage Property, is situated in the Hamlet of Smuts, approximately 45 kilometers northeast of Saskatoon. This designation covers a one-story, wood-frame church and belfry on about one hectare of land.The church holds heritage value for its ties to the local Ukrainian community, which began settling in the Smuts district in 1900. Initially, the settlers built a church three kilometers southwest of the current location. After the original church burned down in 1925, the present church was built and relocated to its current site in 1955. Perched on a hill overlooking the community, the church symbolizes the establishment of Ukrainian Greek Catholic faith in the region.Architecturally, the church is significant for its Neo-Byzantine style. It includes traditional Eastern church elements such as a cruciform footprint, a large onion-shaped central dome with two smaller domes on adjacent towers, and a detached belfry near the main entrance.The church's heritage value is reflected in its Neo-Byzantine design features, including its cruciform layout, onion-shaped domes, front towers, rounded-arch and stained glass windows, and the detached belfry. Additionally, its historical association with the Ukrainian community is highlighted by its original site orientation and prominent location.

Seager Wheeler, born in 1868 on the Isle of Wight in England, immigrated to Canada at the age of 17, following in the footsteps of his family to settle in Saskatchewan. In 1890, he began farming near the town of Rosthern, where he homesteaded the land. As a new grain farmer, Wheeler recognized the need to educate himself on the principles of dryland farming to maximize the yield from his crops, gardens, and orchard. Wheeler earned the title 'Wheat King' for his pioneering work in developing Marquis 10B Wheat, the first robust wheat variety capable of maturing within the region's 100-day growing season. From 1911 to 1918, he was awarded the title of World Wheat Champion five times for Marquis 10B and other grain varieties. Wheeler’s first residence on the farm was a sod house, where he lived with his mother, while his brother, Percy, settled on an adjacent homestead. In 1908, Wheeler married Lily Martin and built a new house for them. The couple had four daughters, and in 1925, they constructed a family home that remained in the family until the mid-1970s. Wheeler and his wife eventually retired to Victoria, British Columbia, where he passed away in 1961. Seager Wheeler Farm was designated a National Historic Site and opened to the public in 1996. Over the years, the farm buildings, homes, yard, gardens, and orchard have been carefully restored.

The Archaeological Museum of Istria traces its origins back to the early 19th century when stone monuments were collected at the Temple of Augustus in Pula. This initial collection laid the foundation for the establishment of the Museo d'antichità and the Municipal Museum of Pula in 1902. Over time, the museum evolved, merging with other collections and organizations to become the Royal Museum of Istria in 1925. Situated in a former Austrian secondary school, the museum opened its doors to the public in 1930, showcasing a diverse array of archaeological artifacts. Following World War II, the institution underwent changes, including its renaming as the Archaeological Museum of Istria in 1947. In 1961, part of its collection was restituted from Italy, leading to systematic efforts to renovate the museum building and enhance its exhibits. The museum's displays were reorganized, with the lapidarium opening on the ground floor in 1968 and prehistoric and classical exhibits unveiled on the upper floors in 1973. Today, the Archaeological Museum of Istria continues to expand its collections, incorporating new archaeological discoveries from across Istria, ranging from prehistoric caves to Roman sites and early Christian structures. Through its various departments and dislocated collections, the museum remains a vital hub for archaeological research and education in the region.

Aklavik, known in Inuvialuktun as Akłarvik, translates to 'barrenground grizzly place.' It stands as a hamlet within the Inuvik Region of Canada's Northwest Territories. Historically, up until 1961, Aklavik boasted a population exceeding 1,500 and held significance as the regional administrative hub for the territorial government. However, due to recurrent flooding, the government initiated the development of Inuvik, situated 63 km (39 mi) to the east. This new town was intended to entirely replace Aklavik, yet many residents persisted and sustained Aklavik's existence. As of 2018, the population had dwindled to 623, showcasing the community's resilience despite the challenges it faced.History of AklavikIn the early 1900s, Aklavik began its development with the establishment of a Hudson's Bay Company trading post in 1912 and later, a Roman Catholic mission in 1926. Positioned on the Peel Channel, it thrived as a transportation hub in the Mackenzie area, highly valued for its prime trapping grounds. Joining the Northwest Territories and Yukon Radio System in 1925, Aklavik's station, known as VEF, played a crucial role in communication for both locals and passing aircraft, even those without radios, marking their passage for record-keeping. The infamous arrival of Albert Johnson, the 'Mad Trapper of Rat River,' in 1931 led to a tragic confrontation with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), sparking a 42-day manhunt. This event influenced the use of airplanes and communication radios for tracking individuals, leading to the establishment of museums dedicated to Johnson. Aklavik saw the launch of radio station 'CHAK' in December 1946, serving the Mackenzie River delta, while the Royal Canadian Navy operated a signals intelligence station until 1961 when operations shifted to Inuvik due to flooding concerns along the Peel Channel. Despite plans to close Aklavik in favor of the new community in Inuvik due to flooding, community members rallied together in the 1960s, spearheaded by A.J. (Moose) Kerr, the school's principal, successfully preserving and sustaining the town. The local school now bears his name, a testament to the community's resilience.

The small Hachiko Statue near Shibuya Scramble Crossing may not initially seem impressive, but its significance becomes apparent when you hear the heartwarming story of the loyal Akita dog. In the 1920s, Hachiko would faithfully journey to Shibuya Station daily, waiting for his owner, Professor Eizaburo Ueno, to return from work. Tragically, Ueno passed away in 1925, but Hachiko continued to wait at the station for nearly 10 years. This enduring loyalty turned Hachiko into a symbol celebrated nationwide. The statue, erected in memory of Hachiko, serves as a poignant meeting point for city residents. The touching bond between Professor Ueno and Hachiko, despite Ueno's death, resonates in the enduring symbol of loyalty that the statue represents. Hachiko's story also led to the preservation of his fur, displayed at the National Museum of Nature and Science in Tokyo's Ueno Park. Additionally, the tale inspired a Hollywood movie in 2009, starring Richard Gere, and a mural opposite the statue adds a creative touch to Hachiko's lasting legacy.To reach the Hachiko Statue in Shibuya, you can use various train lines that connect to Shibuya Station. Shibuya Station is a major transportation hub with access to multiple train lines. Here are the lines that you can use to reach Shibuya Station: JR Line, Toyoko Line, Den-en-toshi Line, Ginza Line, Hanzomon Line, Fukutoshin Line, Inokashira Line, Inokashira Line.

Nestled on Mount Inwang, Seoul's Kuksadang Shrine is a mythical bastion of Korean Shamanic tradition, witnessing centuries of exorcisms and venerating twelve deities, including mountain spirits, the dragon king, and more. Founded in 1395 for offerings to Mongmyeok the Great, it moved to Mount Inwangsan in 1925 due to Japanese influence. The shrine houses portraits of shamanistic gods, including Master Monk Muhak and King Taejo. A paramount hub for Shamanism, visitors may witness spiritual ceremonies called 'gut' here, invoking blessings and healing, performed by female shamans (mudang). Kuksadang's history and significance make it a spiritual gem in the heart of Seoul, hidden amidst the urban landscape.

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