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Beyond Tash Rabat: Crossing Panda Pass to Reach Chatyr-Kul

Introduction Hidden deep in the…

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Kel Suu Lake: The Most Unreal Place You’ve Never Heard Of

Introduction Kel-Suu is a remarkable…

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Salkyn Tor National Park: A Mountain Escape Near Naryn

Introduction Just a short drive…

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Eki Naryn: Where Two Rivers Become One

Introduction Eki-Naryn is a small…

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Alone at Shar Waterfall: A Remote Hike in Central Kyrgyzstan

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In Europe March 12, 2021

Madeira: 2 months on the island in pandemic

Introduction Madeira is an autonomous region of Portugal since 1976. In fact, it’s the name not only for the island but also for an entire archipelago which is…

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In Australia January 18, 2021

Whitsunday Islands: 1-day itinerary with Big Fury

Introduction There are 74 islands in the Whitsunday archipelago which lies between the northeast coast of Queensland and the Great Barrier Reef. Most of the islands are uninhabited…

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In Australia January 1, 2021

Kosciuszko National Park: Australia’s highest mountain and Yarrangobilly Caves

Introduction The park is named after Mount Kosciuszko, which at 2,228 metres is Australia’s highest mountain. The best way to discover the area is to go for a…

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In Europe December 13, 2020

Main Sudetes Trail (Stage 17): Głuchołazy – Prudnik

Finally, the moment has come. The last day on the Main Sudetes Trail. I left Głuchołazy in the early morning and started ascent first to Przednia Kopa (495…

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In Europe December 10, 2020

Main Sudetes Trail (Stage 16): Złoty Stok – Głuchołazy

Introduction Stage 16 is complicated both logistically and physically. Between Paczków and Głuchołazy there are hardly any options for an overnight stay, not to mention long kilometres of…

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In New Zealand December 7, 2020

Waitomo Caves: glowworms experience

Introduction The name Waitomo comes from the Maori words wai (water) and tomo (hole). The whole region has impressive cave systems, out of which the most popular are…

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In Europe November 3, 2020

Main Sudetes Trail (Stage 15): Puchaczówka Pass – Złoty Stok

After the night near Stronie Village, I had to retreat my steps towards Biała Woda and join Main Sudetes Trail there. Luckily, the same as the day before,…

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In New Zealand October 23, 2020

Coromandel Peninsula: 3-days itinerary

Introduction Numerous beaches, ocean, forest, mountains, waterfalls and rich history. It’s a perfect combination for every holiday. Add to it relaxed vibes as well as proximity to Auckland…

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In Europe October 12, 2020

Main Sudetes Trail (Stage 14): Długopole Zdrój – Puchaczówka Pass

The track leaves Długopole Zdrój climbing above railway tracks into the forest. Going at its edge, I could see a nice panorama with farmlands and mountains on the…

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In New Zealand October 9, 2020

Tauranga & Mount Maunganui – 1 day itinerary

Introduction Probably I wouldn’t come to Tauranga if it wasn’t the place where I had to pick up my campervan. I was super excited because it was supposed…

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    Colca Canyon is a dramatic Andean canyon in southe Colca Canyon is a dramatic Andean canyon in southern Peru, known for its steep cliffs, ancient farming terraces, volcanic scenery, and soaring condors. The landscape ranges from high grasslands with llamas and alpacas to warm canyon valleys fed by the Colca River and natural hot springs.

Many villages, such as Chivay and Cabanaconde, still preserve traditional clothing, farming practices, music, and festivals.
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    The route from Arequipa to Colca Canyon covers abo The route from Arequipa to Colca Canyon covers about 160 km, climbing from 2,300 m up to Patapampa at 4,900 m before descending again.

Along the way, you cross Salinas y Aguada Blanca National Reserve, a high-altitude plateau around 4,000 m where vicuñas, alpacas, and sometimes flamingos can be seen.

Descending into the Colca Valley, the landscape shifts to green pre-Inca terraces still in use today, with towns like Chivay and Yanque.
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#colcacanyon #peru #travelperu #andes #southamérica
    The Nazca Lines are a series of enormous geoglyphs The Nazca Lines are a series of enormous geoglyphs etched into the desert floor in southern Peru. Created between roughly 500 BCE and 500 CE by the ancient Nazca culture, they depict animals, plants, and geometric shapes that are best seen from the air. The lines were made by removing the top layer of reddish stones to reveal the lighter ground beneath, and they have been preserved for centuries due to the region’s dry, windless climate. Their exact purpose is still debated, but many researchers believe they had religious or astronomical significance.
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    The Ballestas Islands are small islands off Peru’s The Ballestas Islands are small islands off Peru’s coast known for wildlife like sea lions, seabirds, and Humboldt penguins, and are visited by boat from Paracas. Historically the islands were important for the guano (bird droppings) industry, especially during the Guano Era, when Peru exported it as a valuable natural fertilizer and source of national wealth.
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    The Maras Salt Mines are a stunning network of tho The Maras Salt Mines are a stunning network of thousands of small salt pools carved into a mountainside in Peru’s Sacred Valley.

These terraces have been used since pre-Inca times, where naturally salty spring water flows into the pools and evaporates under the sun, leaving behind crystallized salt. Local families still harvest the salt by hand using traditional methods, making it both a cultural and economic staple of the region.
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    Malacca was a key trading hub for centuries, conne Malacca was a key trading hub for centuries, connecting merchants from China, India, and the Middle East long before European powers arrived. You can still see that mix of influences today in the food, especially Peranakan dishes that blend Chinese and Malay flavors. The city changed hands between the Portuguese, Dutch, and British, which is why its architecture looks so varied. Unlike some tourist spots, people still live and work in the old town, so it feels active rather than preserved. The Malacca River, once used for trade, is now more about cafés and walking paths.
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Colca Canyon is a dramatic Andean canyon in southe Colca Canyon is a dramatic Andean canyon in southern Peru, known for its steep cliffs, ancient farming terraces, volcanic scenery, and soaring condors. The landscape ranges from high grasslands with llamas and alpacas to warm canyon valleys fed by the Colca River and natural hot springs.

Many villages, such as Chivay and Cabanaconde, still preserve traditional clothing, farming practices, music, and festivals.
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#colcacanyon #peru #travelperu #andes #southamérica
The route from Arequipa to Colca Canyon covers abo The route from Arequipa to Colca Canyon covers about 160 km, climbing from 2,300 m up to Patapampa at 4,900 m before descending again.

Along the way, you cross Salinas y Aguada Blanca National Reserve, a high-altitude plateau around 4,000 m where vicuñas, alpacas, and sometimes flamingos can be seen.

Descending into the Colca Valley, the landscape shifts to green pre-Inca terraces still in use today, with towns like Chivay and Yanque.
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.
#colcacanyon #peru #travelperu #andes #southamérica
The Nazca Lines are a series of enormous geoglyphs The Nazca Lines are a series of enormous geoglyphs etched into the desert floor in southern Peru. Created between roughly 500 BCE and 500 CE by the ancient Nazca culture, they depict animals, plants, and geometric shapes that are best seen from the air. The lines were made by removing the top layer of reddish stones to reveal the lighter ground beneath, and they have been preserved for centuries due to the region’s dry, windless climate. Their exact purpose is still debated, but many researchers believe they had religious or astronomical significance.
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.
#nazca #peru #travelperu #nazcalines #polacywpodróży
The Ballestas Islands are small islands off Peru’s The Ballestas Islands are small islands off Peru’s coast known for wildlife like sea lions, seabirds, and Humboldt penguins, and are visited by boat from Paracas. Historically the islands were important for the guano (bird droppings) industry, especially during the Guano Era, when Peru exported it as a valuable natural fertilizer and source of national wealth.
.
.
#peru #southamerica #ballestas #pinguins #wildlife
The Maras Salt Mines are a stunning network of tho The Maras Salt Mines are a stunning network of thousands of small salt pools carved into a mountainside in Peru’s Sacred Valley.

These terraces have been used since pre-Inca times, where naturally salty spring water flows into the pools and evaporates under the sun, leaving behind crystallized salt. Local families still harvest the salt by hand using traditional methods, making it both a cultural and economic staple of the region.
.
.
#peru #cusco #sacredvalley #salinas #andes
Malacca was a key trading hub for centuries, conne Malacca was a key trading hub for centuries, connecting merchants from China, India, and the Middle East long before European powers arrived. You can still see that mix of influences today in the food, especially Peranakan dishes that blend Chinese and Malay flavors. The city changed hands between the Portuguese, Dutch, and British, which is why its architecture looks so varied. Unlike some tourist spots, people still live and work in the old town, so it feels active rather than preserved. The Malacca River, once used for trade, is now more about cafés and walking paths.
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#malacca #malaysia #malaysiatrulyasia #asia #travelmalaysia
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