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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nPink Beach, Komodo National Park<\/strong> While famous for being the sanctuary of the giant dragons the island is named after, Komodo Island is also home to a gorgeous Pink Beach. The beach, also known as \u2018Pantai Merah\u2019, is one of the many beaches the group of 17,000 islands in the Republic of Indonesia is known for. Pantai Merah is one of only seven beaches in the world with pink sand. The striking hue is the result of the presence of foraminifera, single-cell organisms that live in the local coral reefs and have a reddish pigment on their shells. Turquoise seas lap at the beach here, where sunbathers mix in with kayakers and hikers exploring the nearby mangrove forests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Another colourful attraction here not to be missed is the underwater life. The corals reefs off the island are a kaleidoscope of colour from the many forms of coral to the tropical fish living along the reef. The park is one of the best places in the world for snorkeling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Hawa Mahal<\/strong> Jaipur is known as the pink city, but it all started with the terracotta colour of many of its buildings which were painted to symbolize hospitality. The buildings have been a dusty shade of pink since 1876, when they were painted for a visit by Prince Albert, Queen Victoria\u2019s husband. Built as an extension to a palace nearby, the honeycomb shaped and beautifully carved windows of the Hawa Mahal allow the breeze to blow through the palace which makes it the perfect summer palace. Despite the large number of windows, each aperture is the size of a large peep hole to ensure that the royal ladies were not to seen by the public.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pink Cherry Blossoms <\/strong> Once the cherry blossom arrives in Japan, swathes of the country are bathed in pale pink light, with a heavenly scent and thousands of petals floating through the air. Every year the entire country of Japan turns into a pink wonderland from the much-loved cherry blossoms. Depicted by countless artists and considered an emblem of the country, cherry blossom season is a magnificent sight and one of the best moments to visit Japan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Though it\u2019s tricky to predict exactly when the cherry blossom will reach full bloom (mankai), you will still enjoy warm, mild weather and lots of spring cultural events at this time of year. A Hidden Paradise with Pink Dolphins! <\/strong> Khanom, on the Southeastern coast of Thailand, is a delightful off the beaten path seaside destination and one of the country\u2019s last pristine tourist locations. Home to long, unspoiled beaches, surrounded by jungle-clad mountains, lapped by a warm turquoise sea and inland timeless rural Thai life with rubber, and fruit farming and green-golden rice fields.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The biggest attraction of Khanom to visitors would have to be to try and see the unique pink dolphins. Actually, they are surprisingly easy to see here! This is why you will see many pink dolphin statues around Khanom, it is the symbol of this town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Everybody loves dolphins, and these ones are pink! These unique creatures are a sign of clean waters with a healthy eco-system. A local expert will take you on his long tail or fishing boat to spot the dolphins, cruising along beautiful white sandy beaches with lush verdant backdrops, be sure to always have your camera ready in this Thai natural wonderland!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Putra Mosque<\/strong> Putra Mosque combines Middle Eastern and traditional Malay design elements in its architecture. The mosque is located on the edge of Putrajaya Lake in the heart of the city next to Dataran Putra. Non-Muslims are welcome to visit the mosque, but its primary role of course is not as a tourist attraction but as a working place of worship for Putrajaya’s Muslim community. Female visitors will be directed to proceed to the robe counter and put on a robe, pink of course!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Indonesia<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Jaipur, India<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
One of the main attractions is the Palace of the Winds, also known as The Hawa Mahal. This is the most famous and oldest pink attraction in the old city. The Hawa Mahal\u2019s exterior looks a bit like a honeycomb at first glance. Look a little closer and you\u2019ll notice the exquisite curves of 953 small windows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
Kyoto \/ Tokyo, Japan<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
When cherry blossoms bloom in Japan, people of every age and occupation gather under the trees for hanami which literally means \u2018flower viewing\u2019 or cherry blossom viewing. Cherry blossom viewing is easy: simply enjoy the intensity of the many blossoms by looking at a single tree or a group of trees. From a distance, the trees appear as beautiful clouds, while the beauty of single blossoms can be enjoyed from a close distance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
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Putrajaya, Malaysia<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The pink-domed Putra Mosque is constructed with rose-tinted granite and consists of three main functional areas \u2013 the prayer hall, the Sahn, or courtyard, and various learning facilities and function rooms. The mosque can accommodate 15,000 worshippers at any one time! Wherever you go in Putrajaya you are bound to catch a glimpse of Putra Mosque, Putrajaya’s famous pink mosque.<\/p>\n\n\n\n