Most seasoned travellers have done it at least once, crossed a land border. Most people know it can be a […]
The Unique Villages of Iran
We all know the big elaborate cities of Iran, it’s capital Tehran, Isfahan ‘the half of the world’ and Shiraz […]
Five Stans of Central Asia
The five stans of Central Asia are an area of the world almost forgotten about by modern travellers, yet they […]
Beatles Ashram
Located in the heart of spiritual North India on the outskirts of Rishikesh is the Ashram of the Maharishi Mahesh […]
The Observatory of Ulugh Beg
The Observatory of Ulugh Beg is located in the legendary city of Samarkand in present-day Uzbekistan. The observatory is the […]
Towers of Silence
A Tower of Silence or ‘dakhma’ can be found outside the Zoroastrian centres of Iran and Uzbekistan or you might […]
5 off the Beaten Path Attractions to see in Jordan
Looking to explore Jordan beyond Petra, Jerash and the Wadi Rum? Get off the beaten path because Jordan has so […]
Unusual Iran – 8 strange places to visit
The Chogha Zanbil Ziggurat A ziggurat is a large pyramid shaped complex usually associated with the ancient Babylonians, Elamites or […]
Mud Volcanoes
Beneath the Earth’s surface, a mysterious force churns and boils, creating a spectacle unlike any other. Mud volcanoes emerge from […]
What to see in Georgia
Amidst the rugged terrain and vibrant cultures of Asia, there lies a land of ancient mysteries and modern marvels. Georgia, […]