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

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

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Salkyn Tor National Park: A Mountain Escape Near Naryn

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Eki Naryn: Where Two Rivers Become One

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Alone at Shar Waterfall: A Remote Hike in Central Kyrgyzstan

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In Morocco August 18, 2024

Casablanca: how to explore the city in 2 days?

Introduction Casablanca, now a bustling metropolis in Morocco, has a rich and varied history shaped by various cultures and influences over the centuries. The area around the town…

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In Morocco August 5, 2024

Safi & Lalla Fatna Beach: travel guide with the best places to see

Introduction Safi’s history dates back to ancient times, with evidence suggesting it was originally a Phoenician trading post. The Romans also left their mark on the city, known…

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Essaouira: travel guide with the best places to see

Introduction Essaouira, a coastal city in western Morocco, has a rich and diverse history shaped by various civilizations and cultures. Originally known as Mogador, the area has been…

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In Morocco July 27, 2024

Azzemour & El Jadida: travel guide with the best places to see

Introduction Azemmour is a historic town located on the Atlantic coast of Morocco, situated about 75 kilometres southwest of Casablanca and near the mouth of the Oum Er-Rbia…

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In Morocco July 23, 2024

Ait Bouguemez: travel guide to the valley in Atlas Mountains

Introduction The Ait Bouguemez Valley, often referred to as the “Happy Valley,” is located in the Central High Atlas Mountains of Morocco. It is situated at an elevation…

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In Morocco July 21, 2024

Tizi n’ Test: driving through mountain pass after 2023 earthquake

Introduction Tizi n’Test is a mountain pass located in the High Atlas mountains, that connects the cities of Marrakech and Taroudant via a scenic but challenging route. The…

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In Morocco July 19, 2024

Ouarzazate & Skoura: exploring movie sets, palms and kasbahs

Introduction Ouarzazate is a city in south-central Morocco known for its stunning landscapes, rich history, and significance in the film industry. It is often referred to as the…

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In Morocco July 16, 2024

Ait Benhaddou: travel guide to historic village

Introduction Ait Benhaddou is a historic fortified village, or “ksar,” located in the Ouarzazate province of Morocco. It’s situated along the former caravan route between the Sahara and…

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In Morocco July 11, 2024

Agdz & N’Kob: travel guide with the best places to visit

Introduction Agdz is a small town located in the Draa River valley in southeastern Morocco. The valley is known for its stunning palm groves and it is ideal…

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In Morocco July 9, 2024

Dakhla: travel guide with the best places to visit

Dakhla, located on a narrow peninsula in the Western Sahara region, is a unique and increasingly popular travel destination. Its lagoon is especially famous among water sports enthusiasts,…

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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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    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.
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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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#malacca #malaysia #malaysiatrulyasia #asia #travelmalaysia
    Kaiping is famous for its unique diaolou - multi-s Kaiping is famous for its unique diaolou - multi-story fortified watchtowers built in the early 20th century by overseas Chinese families. These structures blend Chinese and Western architectural styles, reflecting the global influences of migrants who returned from places like the United States and Southeast Asia. Many of the diaolou are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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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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.
#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
Kaiping is famous for its unique diaolou - multi-s Kaiping is famous for its unique diaolou - multi-story fortified watchtowers built in the early 20th century by overseas Chinese families. These structures blend Chinese and Western architectural styles, reflecting the global influences of migrants who returned from places like the United States and Southeast Asia. Many of the diaolou are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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.
#kaiping #kaipingdiaolou #china #travelchina #chinaguide
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