22 Iconic Photos from Japan Japan is a land of evocative, striking landmarks and ancient, understated traditions. All of these make for some amazing, emblematic scenes that are just waiting to be captured by budding photographers. Over the past three months I've been...
Tim Blight
How to get around Kyoto by bus
Getting around Kyoto by bus is unbeatable value, but how do you use the dauntingly complex system?
Visiting an Onsen in Japan
Reclining in a traditional Japanese bath is pure bliss, but visiting an onsen requires a bit of inside knowledge.
Kyoto’s best temples and shrines
What are Kyoto’s best temples and shrines to see on a short visit?
Experiencing Hiroshima
Experiencing Hiroshima is difficult to describe – it’s not like any other city I’ve been to.
Is a JR Pass worth the money?
Is a JR Pass worth the money? Japan’s national railway network offers something similar to the Eurail pass, but how does it rate in terms of value?
Bangladeshi Mutton Curry Recipe
To celebrate Bangladesh’s Independence Day today I’m sharing my favourite Bangladeshi Mutton Curry recipe!
Five years of UrbanDuniya
My blog turns five today, and I’d like to celebrate by looking back over the past five years!
Is Istanbul safe?
Before my recent trip to Turkey many of my friends and colleagues asked me “is Istanbul safe?” Here’s my take on things.