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Yazd, the oldest town on Earth?
Yazd, possibly the oldest town on Earth, is an important centre for the ancient Persian religion of Zoroastrianism.
Chowing down in the Hunza Valley
The Hunza Valley is the place many believe was the inspiration for Shangri-La, the mythical utopia described in James Hilton’s 1933 novel Lost Horizon.
Introducing Passu
Passu is a tiny hamlet in the far north of Pakistan, near a group of mountains known as the Cathedral Range.
Esfahan’s Si-o-se Bridge: Soul Food
Esfahan is a place to focus on art, literature and the finer things in life; and the best place to forget your worldly concerns is Si-o-Se Bridge.
15 best coffee spots in Melbourne!
One of the best ways to enjoy a cold Melbourne winter is to cosy up at one of our atmospheric cafes. Here are my 15 favourite coffee spots in Melbourne!
What is a “Lady’s Finger”?
What is a “Lady’s Finger”? In my travels, I’ve come across at least five different definitions, each rather distinct, and I’ve been wondering how many more are out there.
Rio’s Olympic Cauldron will not be in Olympic Park
With less than 50 days to go until the start of the Olympic Games, the location of the Rio Olympic cauldron has been confirmed.
To run away from it all…
Sometimes we feel like just running away from it all. But what happens if we do?
Travelling during Ramadan
Can I eat lunch? Will anything be open? Should I even bother going? Here is the ultimate guide to travelling during Ramadan in Muslim countries.
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