Varanasi is probably the oldest inhabited city in India and one of the oldest cities in the world. This overwhelming city is full of chaos, color and spirituality, being a place that Hindus aim to visit once in a lifetime to participate in many spiritual rituals and to cleanse their sins by bathing in its purifying water.
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Taj Mahal: amazed by one of the seven wonders
After 3 days in Delhi it was time to carry on our road trip to the next destination: Agra, home … More
Fascinating chaos in Delhi
Delhi was the first destination of our Indian-Nepali adventure and got me equally fascinated and horrified. It was shocking to … More
Gulhi, little island paradise
After eleven days exploring Sri Lanka it was time to relax in the Maldives. This turquoise paradise of the Indian … More
On top of Sigiriya Rock
Sigiriya is a village in the Central Province of Sri Lanka famous for its 200-meter-high rock. The complex, including a … More
Unawatuna beach vibes
Unawatuna is a small beach resort village in Southern Sri Lanka located 5km east of Galle. It is one of … More
Lazy days at Lake Toba
Lake Toba is the largest volcanic lake in the world. It was formed after a super volcanic eruption in Toba … More
Top 10 beaches in Southeast Asia
Some of the most spectacular beaches of the world are located in Southeast Asian countries like Indonesia, the Philippines, Cambodia … More
Roaming the temples of Yogyakarta
Yogyakarta is one of the crowdest cities of Indonesia, with more than 4 million habitants, and has become a popular … More
Cruising Komodo
Komodo National Park is one of UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a Biosphere Reserve due to its rich marine and … More
Mount Rinjani: on top of the world
Welcome to one of the most fascinating places in Indonesia. Indonesia is a country full of natural and cultural wonders. … More
Singapore on a budget
Singapore surprised me for its combination of skyscrapers, tropical climate and the cultural mixture of Chinese, Malay and Indian influence. … More