India is definitely not short on famous cities, sights, and attractions. Almost anyone can name at least a few, from the Ghats of Varanasi to the Taj Mahal in Agra. Orchha, however, is a modest small town in the middle of Uttar Pradesh, the most populated area of the country. This city of barely 8,000 people might not be on the itinerary of most travelers, but it’s definitely worth the visit. Palaces, temples, sanctuaries… you name it!
While I was traveling the Silk Road, one of the countries that surprised me the most was Kyrgyzstan. Central Asia is not exactly one of the most popular destinations, and Kyrgyzstan is, for most people, just one of those far away “-stan” countries. However, it has so much to offer! From its incredible natural beauty to the fascinating culture of the Kyrgyz people, these are the reasons why Kyrgyzstan should be next on your bucket list.
If you like hiking and adventure the Everest Base camp trek is one of the best options out there. A challenging experience that can be intimidating at first, but definitely achievable. The kind of trek that you will remember forever. There are countless reasons to do it, of course, but here you have 7 of them.
The city of Battambang, in the northwest of Cambodia, is not often visited by tourists. Most of them will only spend a day there, probably on their way to Siam Reap. However, being short on time doesn’t mean you can’t explore the city at its full potential! Rides, new and ancient temples, nature, and the tragic past of the country, everything in a day in Battambang.
Singapore is a fantastic place to visit. This ultra-modern city has a mix of cultures that can’t be found in many places in the World. Chinese, Indian, Malaysian… everything blends in the city-state melting pot. This also applies, of course, to the food! Eating in Singapore means enjoying the cousin of all kind of countries, with its own unique local specialities. But, did you know Singapore is also the city with the cheapest Michelin Restaurants in the World?
The Panama Canal has been the bridge between two oceans for more than 100 years. This massive engineering project that divides in two the small country of Panama is vital to the international trade. While it’s not your typical tourist attraction, the Miraflores locks are a spectacle worth visiting if you are in town.
Jungla de Panama is a rescue centre in the small village of Palmira, not far away from Boquete, one of the most popular destinations in Panama. For almost a decade Dorothy, the owner of the centre, and her family have taken care and reintroduced into the wildness all kind of animals. I was pleasantly surprised when I visited it, and it was a unique chance to interact with amazing animals.
Kathmandu, the Capital of Nepal, is a chaotic but fantastic place to spend a few days. If your time there is limited but you don’t want to miss anything from this beautiful city this 3 days itinerary will tell you everything you need.
Bern is one of the most beautiful cities I’ve had the pleasure to visit. The city itself is gorgeous, with beautiful buildings, cobbled streets and lovely gardens. However, it is small enough that most people only stop there for a day or two, and that’s why I’m about to tell you the best way to spend a day in Bern.
When I was traveling Europe I stopped briefly in Bolognia. There some students from the University told me the fascinating story of one of the most stupid conflicts in the history: The War of the Wooden Bucket, or how 2,000 men died for a prank.
