The modern consequences of the British Raj are plain to see in Faisalabad, home to Ghanta Ghar.
Ghanta Ghar: Marking time in Faisalabad
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14 best day trips from Melbourne
There are so many unique destinations within a short drive of the city centre, so here are my nominations for the 14 best day trips from Melbourne!
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.
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.
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.
Guest Post: Diary of a Serial Expat
Today Jameela tells us about her diary of a serial expat, and how she fell in love with a country that nowadays isn’t quite the tourist hotspot it used to be.