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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 Laos July 6, 2024

Vang Vieng: travel guide to adventure destination in Laos

Introduction Vang Vieng is a popular tourist town in Laos, located about 150 kilometres north of the capital, Vientiane. It’s known for its stunning natural landscapes, which include…

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In Malaysia July 1, 2024

Kota Kinabalu: travel guide to the capital of Sabah

Introduction Kota Kinabalu, often referred to as KK, is the capital of the state of Sabah in Malaysia. The town is surrounded by lush rainforests and is close…

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In Malaysia June 28, 2024

Mount Kinabalu: climbing the highest mountain in Malaysia

Introduction Mount Kinabalu is the highest peak in Borneo, standing at 4,095 meters. It is located in the Malaysian state of Sabah and is part of the Kinabalu…

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In Malaysia June 27, 2024

Semporna: island hopping and the best snorkelling in Sabah

Introduction Semporna is a district located on the east coast of Sabah, Malaysia. It is renowned for its stunning marine biodiversity and is a gateway to several of…

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In Malaysia June 23, 2024

The Tip of Borneo: serene beaches and spectacular sunsets

Introduction The Tip of Borneo, known locally as Tanjung Simpang Mengayau, is a prominent landmark located in the northernmost part of Borneo Island, within the Malaysian state of…

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In Malaysia June 22, 2024

Mantanani Islands: a day trip from Kota Kinabalu

Introduction The three remote islands known as the Mantanani Islands are situated northwest of Kota Belud, a town roughly an hour and a half drive from Kota Kinabalu,…

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In Malaysia June 20, 2024

Sandakan: from nature to war stories

Introduction Sandakan was once the capital of British North Borneo (now Sabah) before the capital was moved to Jesselton (now Kota Kinabalu). It played a significant role during…

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In Malaysia June 19, 2024

Tawau: a great day trip to rainforest

Introduction Tawau is situated on the southeast coast of Sabah, bordered by the Celebes Sea. It is close to the borders with Indonesia’s Kalimantan region and the Philippines.…

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In Malaysia June 18, 2024

Kinabatangan: three days river adventure

Introduction The Kinabatangan River, located in Sabah, Malaysian Borneo, is the second longest river in Malaysia, stretching approximately 560 kilometres from its headwaters in the mountains to its…

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In Malaysia June 17, 2024

Sepilok: travel guide to orangutans, sun bears and rainforest

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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.
.
.
#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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