Latvia is home to many castles and manors, each carrying stories from past centuries. Yet there is one that few people talk about, one you likely will not find in glossy guidebooks or packaged itineraries: Cesvaine Castle. I first learned about it from a Latvian friend who mentioned a fire, a small town, and a... Continue Reading →
Nestled within the lush mountains of Fujian province in southeastern China, the remarkable Tulou (土楼) stand as testaments to resilience, architectural ingenuity, and a deep-rooted sense of community. Constructed primarily by the Hakka people, these awe-inspiring communal homes, built with rammed earth, wood, and stone, were designed to safeguard entire clans from external threats while... Continue Reading →
It’s not every day you come across a castle in the middle of Southeast Asia’s tropical landscape. Yet, nestled in the heart of Malaysia, surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills, stands Kellie’s Castle, a European-style estate shrouded in mystery and largely unknown to many. This unfinished structure feels as though it were plucked from... Continue Reading →
Did you know that the Vasa Museum is the most visited museum in Scandinavia? It is one of the must-see places when visiting Stockholm, the capital of Sweden. This is where you can experience a part of Swedish history and get a closer look at the world-famous authentic 17th century warship – the Vasa. Background... Continue Reading →
Located in northwest India, Rajasthan which translates as the “Land of Kings” in English, is a bejeweled and captivating destination for historical, cultural, and photographic explorations. This was where I discovered the ancient art and crafts, splendid culture, magnificent palaces, and forts from the rich history of kings and empires that have ruled this Indian... Continue Reading →
Agra is perhaps one of the most visited cities in India by both local and global travelers. This city draws in hordes of tourists daily as most of them flock in to see the beautiful Taj Mahal. But do you know there are also other grand monuments worth seeing in this historical city? Image via... Continue Reading →
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