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Today I met an afghani.
As far as I am aware, I have never met a person from Afghanistan. I am sure I have encountered some in passing while walking the streets of London or through Manchester, but to my knowledge, today marked my first meaningful interaction with another people, from another land. It is strange to imagine that 100…
The Bravest women on earth – interviews with the women of Afghanistan.
This article includes graphic content. It is often theorised by its citizens that Afghanistan is the graveyard of empires, and with the Hindukush mountain range as your ally, there is no wonder this theory stuck. The foot soldiers, generals and hoards of the ancient and modern militaries have, and will continue to fall short at…
Your Ultimate Guide to Biking in Vietnam.
It was some summers day in the early 2000s, when my father grabbed my small frame and lifted me onto the back of his motorbike. It was my birthday, perhaps my sixth or seventh. My friends and I had been playing on a rock, as it was tradition. When all of a sudden my father…
Experience the Best Hiking Trails in the Kathmandu.
Nepal is the worlds capital for mountaineering and trekking. Of course there are other incredible hiking destinations across the world, the Rockies, the Andes, the Alps and the Pyrenees. But the Himalayan mountains are the crowning jewel of this planets beauty, at least in my opinion. So, while in Kathmandu shopping, and exploring, it is…
Kathmandu Travel Tips: Packing, Safety, and Affordable travel
Exploring new cities and countries is a learning curb. Some people, like myself, like to arrive with a rough idea of the country and go with the flow. Others, like to know a little more about the place they are visiting before arriving. Both have pros, both have cons. Arriving with a itinerary and a…
Architectural Wonders of Nepal: The Kumari Palace
Stumbling across the Palace of Kumari was a pleasant surprise. I was shopping for masks, when all of a sudden I came across a magnificent structure surrounded by locals and tourists alike. This building is no palace, or temple of stone. It is a example of the craftmanship and cultural relevance of the Nepalese people…
Discover the Enchanting Garden of Dreams in Kathmandu
Between the hours of 9-9, you can take a stroll through the Garden of Dreams, Kathmandu’s Eden. Take a step back in time, as you gander through the extensive mown lawns, the tranquil ponds and white Neo-classic architecture. Crafted well enough to think you are no longer in the mystical lands of the Yeti and…
Explore Kathmandu’s Best Local Eats: A Traveler’s Guide
I am not sponsored by any of the restaurants featured in this post. Nepal isn’t known for its cuisine, unlike Italy, India or France, there is not a huge emphasis on Nepalese food. Perhaps for good reason you may be thinking, well. No. Nepalese food was surprisingly good. I don’t mean to insult anyone who…
What to Buy in Kathmandu: A Traveler’s Treasure Guide
Now, I am not much of a shopper. You can tell by the state of my jeans and shirts. Shoes, well I have walking boots, work trainers, trainers and a pair of black boots for nice occasions. What can I say, I am a practical guy. But Nepal is full of practical trinkets. Let this…
Discover Kathmandu’s Sacred Temples: A Traveler’s Guide
Kathmandu has many names, ‘the great city’, ‘Yen’ and more recently ‘The city of Temples’. Some even say it is the legendary mystery city known as Shambala, if you believe in such tales of course. You could go an entire lifetime in this city and not visit every temple. Sir Kirkpatrick, a British officer who…
Uncharted Thoughts. 