This small city was one of my favorite places in Thailand. Would you imagine that it used to be a largest city in the world by 1700 and had 1 million inhabitants, as a second capital of Siam? you can still see some of the old glory of the city,…
With 3 days in Kathmandu Valley, you can visit many of the UNESCO World Heritage sites in the area. You can choose the ones you are most interested in and forego others. Here you will find the general post about visiting Kathmandu Valley and possible itineraries. See the detailed itinerary…
With 2 days in Gyeongju you will be able to hit the biggest highlights. This itinerary includes all of the historical places Gyeongju is famous for. Day 2 highlights: Bulguksa Temple, Seogkuram Grotto, Bomun Lake See the detailed tips and itineraries for visiting Gyeongju. See the detailed itinerary for day…
See useful tips for planning your trip to Lebanon Baalbek is a relatively long drive from Beirut with changing minibuses, but it is really worth it. Baalbek is such an amazing gem, which so few tourists visit. In fact, being located in the Bekaa Valley, it is one of the…
See useful tips for planning your trip to Lebanon Note: Keep in mind that Jeitta Grotto and Our Lady of Lebanon teleferic are not open on Monday, so make your plans accordingly. Jeitta Grotto Price: Around 12 USD depending on the exchange rate To get to the Grotto can take…
Have you heard much of Pingyao? If you know about its existence, you know far more than I did before I started planning my trip to China. Of course, we always hear a lot about the Great Wall and the Terracotta Warriors, but I had no clue, how amazing some…
Kathmandu Valley is the heart of Nepal. The area has been inhabited since as early as 3rd century BC. The valley became prosperous since 5th century AD, however its peak was during 15th-18th centuries AD. Kathmandu valley is listed, as a UNESCO World Heritage site with 7 groups of monuments: …
Nepal is particularly well-known for its mountainous areas and hiking in Himalayas is the main reason for travelers to visit this country. It does have amazing spots with unforgettable views. However, Nepal is not only a destination for mountain lovers. It also offers rich cultural experiences and beautiful and colorful…