How authentic is Hisor Fortress?
Long before Dushanbe existed, this nearby fortress was protecting this region of Tajikistan. But how authentic is Hisor Fortress these days… and should you visit?
A stop in Panjakent
Panjakent is more than just a rest stop on Tajikistan. Dig down, and you’ll find an ancient city buried here!
A retirement home for elephants
When the elephant rides stopped at Angkor, the animals came to the forest. The sanctuary at Kulen may be ‘retirement’ for them, but it seems they can never be free.
Experience Tokyo at night – beyond the obvious
Let’s take a look at some of the things Tokyo’s nightlife has to offer that will help you explore the metropolis after dark.
Riga and its Art Nouveau facade
The boom times hit Riga just as the Art Nouveau movement was sweeping across Europe. More than a century later, the style still defines the Latvian capital.
This temple is an open book of Ancient Egypt
Karnak Temple at Luxor is a highlight of a visit to Egypt. One of the largest religious complexes in the world, it took 2000 years to build!