Few cities on Earth capture the imagination quite like Samarkand — the fabled oasis at the heart of the Silk Road. Once the capital of empires and a beacon of Islamic culture, today it remains one of the most spectacular and historically rich cities in the world. Known as the Cultural Capital of the IslamicContinue reading “Samarkand – The Jewel of the Silk Road”
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Wine tasting in Mendoza
Regardless of if you are a lover of Malbec you’d be hard pushed not to enjoy some wine tasting in Mendoza! My day started with wine for breakfast at around 9.30am – what a way to start a holiday! Adventure awaits those willing to take a chance and live life to the fullest Anonymous MendozaContinue reading “Wine tasting in Mendoza”
Landscapes of Argentina
There are not enough suitable adjectives to describe the spectacular landscapes of Argentina. There’s so much diversity as you move from one area to another each offering jaw-droppingly beautiful sights. Time spent outdoors reminds us that we’re part of something larger: a beautiful universe brimming with possibilities. Unknown author My photos demonstrate stunning scenery (atContinue reading “Landscapes of Argentina”
What to see in Petra
Petra – the stunning ancient city in Southern Jordan, half hidden in the wind blown landscape; voted as one of the ‘New Seven Wonders of the World.’ Petra is of the worlds most treasured Unesco Heritage Sites, and most famous archaeological sites. The word Petra means pink city, and is derived from the Greek wordContinue reading “What to see in Petra”
Pretty and Picturesque Porto
I like this place and could willingly waste my time in it. William Shakespeare. I loved Porto, it’s beautiful and picturesque from every angle! A coastal city in North West Portugal, famed for the many stately bridges and of course port production. It has a palace and a cathedral, personally I loved wandering around theContinue reading “Pretty and Picturesque Porto”
My Solo Footprints 