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
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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
Exploring a Mysterious Abandoned House in Jeddah
Wandering through the outskirts of the city of Jedddah, Saudi Arabia I came across this mysterious house. More like the ruins of it. I found it very difficult to learn anything about this place and its owner. The maps gives us the name Abdullah Omar Batwil. Who is this person? No restriction to access the… Continue reading Exploring a Mysterious Abandoned House in Jeddah
Tareq Rajab Museum of Islamic Calligraphy, Kuwait
The Tareq Rajab Museum of Islamic Calligraphy is a captivating destination for tourists and art lovers alike, situated in the heart of Jabriya, Kuwait. This museum is dedicated to Islamic calligraphy, featuring an extensive collection of beautifully crafted pieces spanning centuries. Visitors can explore the intricate designs and styles of various calligraphers, each reflecting the… Continue reading Tareq Rajab Museum of Islamic Calligraphy, Kuwait
Al-Qurain Martyrs Museum
In the aftermath of the Iraqi invasion in 1990, several cells of popular resistance arose throughout Kuwait. One of these groups was formed by 31 young men who took a collective oath to defend their native land. They called themselves the Al-Messilah Group. First, the group collected all the weapons they could get their hands on,… Continue reading Al-Qurain Martyrs Museum
The Artistic Journey Behind Kuwait’s Mirror House
The House of Mirrors or Mirror House, also known as the Khalifa & Lidia Qattan Art Museum is the residence of Artists Khalifa Qattan and his wife Lidia Qattan, both intellectual and pioneer artists in their field. The creator of the Mirror House, Lidia, is an Italian-born artist and writer who moved to Kuwait when she married her husband… Continue reading The Artistic Journey Behind Kuwait’s Mirror House
Exploring Failaka Island: A Hidden Gem in the Persian Gulf
Failaka Island is located in the Persian Gulf, about 20 kilometers northeast of Kuwait City. Failaka Island is developing a local tourist industry, with activities including fishing, boating, swimming, sailing, and other water sports.Failaka Island has been inhabited since prehistoric times, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the 3rd millennium BC. It was a… Continue reading Exploring Failaka Island: A Hidden Gem in the Persian Gulf
Following the Prophet Muhammad’s Battle of Uhud
The Battle of Uhud is the second most essential battle in Islamic history. The Uhud War took place in the valley of Mount Uhud near Madinah, Saudi Arabia. The Battle of Uhud was a military conflict between the early Muslims and the Quraysh tribe that took place on March 23, 625 AD. According to the… Continue reading Following the Prophet Muhammad’s Battle of Uhud
Unique Laas Geel rock art in Berbera
Berbera, located in northwestern Somalia, on the Gulf of Aden, is under the jurisdiction of the Republic of Somaliland, a self-declared independent state. The town was first invaded by the Portuguese in 1518, then by the Egyptians in 1875, and by the British in 1884. It served as the capital of British Somaliland until 1941. The majority group of… Continue reading Unique Laas Geel rock art in Berbera
A Night at Casa del Telegrafista: History Uncovered
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
Frog on the border 