Khandapada: Village landscapes have transformed dramatically over the years. Dusty trails have given way to concrete roads, ...

The thatched roof design carries over to most of the public ... is evident," wrote a Tripadvisor reviewer. "You get both the modern feel of a luxury hotel combined with some nice nods to the ...

SHIRAKAWA, Gifu Prefecture--Villagers in this renowned UNESCO World Heritage site came together to re-thatch the roof of a multitiered house here for the first time in five years on May 13.