Traveling across South America in 2019, I visited Bolivia and its iconic attractions. That had to include the Trail of Che which I did my own 'researched' way. In Vallegrande I hired a local driver who happened to have a family in La Higuera. That was very convenient for both of us. I had a… Continue reading A Night at Casa del Telegrafista: History Uncovered
Mafika Lisiu Pass to Sani Top, Lesotho
One of the highest roads in the country, Mafika Lisiu Pass is a mountain pass at 3090m (10,137ft) above sea level. Located in the northern part of Lesotho, Mafika offers amazing views of alpine-type flora. The road to the summit was built in the 90s of the XX century and crosses the Maloti Range. The… Continue reading Mafika Lisiu Pass to Sani Top, Lesotho
A Red Mailbox dominated trip to the Shetlands
Driving along and catching the beautiful views of almost every inhabited Scottish island in the Shetlands. I couldn't help but notice one of the long-established' British tourist trademarks - Royal Red Mail Box and Phone Booth. I must admit it was kind of surreal to see them in such an isolated region, for anyone living… Continue reading A Red Mailbox dominated trip to the Shetlands
The Architecture of Addiction: Johannesburg’s Victorian Fortress
When you walk through the grit of downtown Johannesburg today, your eyes eventually hit a "glitch" in the skyline. Standing on Marshall Street is a red-brick fortress that looks like it was teleported from medieval Europe and dropped into the heart of the 19th-century gold rush. This is the Three Castles Building, and it is… Continue reading The Architecture of Addiction: Johannesburg’s Victorian Fortress
From the Furnace to the Bean: A Journey Through Eswatini’s High Heat and High Hopes
In the kingdom of Eswatini, the air in the high Lubombo Mountains is often thick with mist. But if you follow my local guide—a man with the sharp mind of a modern businessman and the heart of a storyteller—you’ll find that the true heat of the country isn't in the sun, but in the furnaces… Continue reading From the Furnace to the Bean: A Journey Through Eswatini’s High Heat and High Hopes
Exploring the Kome Caves: A National Heritage Site in Lesotho
Classified as a National Heritage Site, Kome Caves are a group of mud cave dwellings located in the district of Berea in Lesotho. The area is still inhabited by the descendants of the original people who built the little homes. Along with Eswatini, it is one of the few amazing locations I had the opportunity… Continue reading Exploring the Kome Caves: A National Heritage Site in Lesotho
Qeshm Island: Borders of History and Humanity
I traveled through Iran independently, seeking the places where the map feels thin. Qeshm Island is one of those places. Here, the "border" isn't just a line between land and sea; it is a blurring of eras.This part of Qeshm Island offers also this military complex dated back to Seljukian Era (3rd century). The castle… Continue reading Qeshm Island: Borders of History and Humanity
Discovering the Ancient Wonders of Shar-e Sukhteh: A Journey Through Time
I embarked on this unforgettable adventure to Shar-e Sukhteh, also known as the Burnt City, a breathtaking archaeological site located in Sistan and Baluchistan Province, Iran. This ancient city, dating back to the 4th and 3rd millennia BC, is a testament to the region's rich history and cultural significance. This area was one of the… Continue reading Discovering the Ancient Wonders of Shar-e Sukhteh: A Journey Through Time
The Durand Line – On Iran, Pakistan and Afghanistan border.
Part of my journey between Zahedan and Zabol in the Sistan and Baluchestan Province was to stop over near the trijunction area, a geographical point at which the boundaries of three countries meet, Iran, Pakistan, and Afghanistan. Together with my Persian friend, Arman, we drove by the mountainous and deserted areas, only being pulled over… Continue reading The Durand Line – On Iran, Pakistan and Afghanistan border.
Architectural Wonders of the Imam Reza Shrine
The Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad, Iran, is a site of immense historical and political significance, reflecting the complex interplay of power, religion, and culture in the region. I was fortunate enough to visit the revered Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad, Iran, a site that holds deep significance for millions of Shia Muslims worldwide. As… Continue reading Architectural Wonders of the Imam Reza Shrine
Kandavan – Hobbit Dwellings, Iran
Welcome to the ancient city in Sahand Rural District, East Azerbaijan Province, Northern Iran. Its manmade cliff dwellings which are still inhabited are troglodyte homes, excavated inside volcanic rocks. People live their modest and basic lives there. Some are timid and obviously reluctant to see too many outsiders poking around in their territory. Some, in… Continue reading Kandavan – Hobbit Dwellings, Iran
Conquering the Snowy Slopes of Rishiri’s Volcano
Rishiri Mountain rises proudly out of the Sea of Japan to a height of 1,721m. The hike can be challenging as it involves some very steep parts on its two trails. Partway up the mountain from the dock, there is a campsite, and just below the summit, there is an unmanned shelter. There is also… Continue reading Conquering the Snowy Slopes of Rishiri’s Volcano
Frog on the border 