I recently visited Canterbury City Cemetery, a historic and serene resting place for many notable figures, including the renowned author Joseph Conrad. As I walked through the tranquil grounds, I paid my respects to Conrad and discovered the diverse stories of those buried there, reflecting the rich history and cultural heritage of the area. As… Continue reading Joseph Conrad’s Legacy at Canterbury City Cemetery
Discover St. Martin’s Church: England’s Oldest Church
St. Martin's Church, nestled in the historic city of Canterbury, Kent, is a place of profound historical and spiritual significance. Considered the oldest church in the English-speaking world still in use, St. Martin's has been a beacon of Christianity for over 1,400 years. Its story begins in the 4th century when a Roman structure, possibly… Continue reading Discover St. Martin’s Church: England’s Oldest Church
Exploring Hormuz’s Colorful Geological Wonders
One of the attractions on Hormuz is undoubtedly its colourful geological structure, precisely the red colour of the landscape and the water; the Red Beach. The soil has a high concentration of iron oxide. This allowed them to prosper in the industry of cosmetics, glass, dyeing, cosmetics and ceramics. It gives the landscape a characteristic… Continue reading Exploring Hormuz’s Colorful Geological Wonders
Douglas Mawson: Pioneer of Antarctic Science
Douglas Mawson was a remarkable explorer whose expeditions helped establish the Australian Antarctic Territory. He is also famous for one of the most extraordinary feats of endurance in the history of Antarctic exploration. But Mawson was first and foremost a scientist. Whereas other explorers were driven by a nationalistic urge to claim territory or beat… Continue reading Douglas Mawson: Pioneer of Antarctic Science
Ollantaytambo: A Key Incan Fortress in Peru’s Sacred Valley
The town of Ollantaytambo was established during the Reign of Pachacútec (1418–1471). While there were buildings here before that, the town grew dramatically under the rule of the Incas. At that time, Ollantaytambo was used as a checkpoint to control access to the Sacred Valley. This was also where maize was first domesticated before being… Continue reading Ollantaytambo: A Key Incan Fortress in Peru’s Sacred Valley
Machu Micchu – Sacred temple or military fortress?
When the explorer Hiram Bingham III encountered Machu Picchu in 1911, he was looking for a different city called Vilcabamba. This was a hidden capital to which the Inca had escaped after the Spanish conquistadors arrived in 1532. Over time, it became famous as the legendary Lost City of the Inca. Bingham spent most of his life… Continue reading Machu Micchu – Sacred temple or military fortress?
Kuwait Police Museum in Bneid Al-Gar
The Kuwait Police Museum is an intriguing destination that captures the essence of the nation’s law enforcement history and cultural evolution. It was established to honor the contributions of the police force to Kuwait. The museum displays various artifacts, documents, and exhibits that tell the story of policing in the region. The museum was built… Continue reading Kuwait Police Museum in Bneid Al-Gar
Baab Makkah Jeddah Gate, Saudi Arabia
This beautiful site stands tall at the start of the road leading to the holiest city for Muslims, Makkah. Baab Makkah has witnessed hundreds of millions of pilgrims journey to Muhammed's hometown. This is a three-arched gateway with a large turret on each side, providing support and entrance from Jeddah to Makkah. It serves as… Continue reading Baab Makkah Jeddah Gate, Saudi Arabia
Ways to explore Djibouti
Getting prepared for a long adventurous ride to the Lake Abba camping site. While my pals making some additional supplies from the local health center, I was making new acquaintances with locals. The area looked like it needed some improvements, especially roads and sidewalks. Okey, we are almost ready to set off. Djibouti has several… Continue reading Ways to explore Djibouti
Tale of two families, Lesotho and Iran
Once I reached the amazing Mafika Lisu Point I decided to head to the village near Thaba-Tseka to have a better insight into the way local people live. Together with a lovely guide friend, I had the opportunity to meet her. Their hospitality and genuineness were impressive. Typical dwellings, simple and very basic. Yet, the… Continue reading Tale of two families, Lesotho and Iran
Discovering the Ngwenya Mine: Africa’s Ancient Mining Site
The Ngwenya Mine in Eswatini is one of the oldest mines in the world. It's located in the Barberton Mountain lands, northwest of Mbabane, and near the border with Mozambique. Ngwenya, which means crocodile, describes the shape of Eswatini’s (Swaziland’s) second-highest mountain, looming above the Ngwenya border post. The open-cast mine catalyzed industrial and economic… Continue reading Discovering the Ngwenya Mine: Africa’s Ancient Mining Site
Two restaurants one people, Djibouti
Yemeni Restaurant in Djibouti is a culinary attraction like no other. Situated in the city's backyards, the bar attracts both locals and travelers from neighbouring countries. Simplistic and raw climate made this place much more different from other diners I have had the opportunity to visit. I enjoyed having fresh, hand-picked fish with bread and… Continue reading Two restaurants one people, Djibouti
Frog on the border 