Certain places automatically evoke certain images in our minds. For example, mention Rome, and the Colosseum pops up. One can’t think of Paris without picturing the Eiffel Tower. But, Belgrade doesn’t have any landmarks or “clichés”. Which begs the … Read More
In more recent years, I’ve become a bonafide street art enthusiast. I find myself avidly seeking out street art when visiting a new city. Hunting for street art is now on par with seeing the mainstream tourist attractions. While in … Read More
Before I wax poetic about my time in Belgrade, let me first say that it isn’t the best-looking city. In fact, it can appear to be quite gritty. However, what it lacks in looks, it makes up for in unabashed … Read More
I made my way by foot to the main hub where all the boats were docked. The daunting task of negotiating began. It was the Thingyan Festival so I already knew prices would be at least double. I managed to … Read More
Sapa was the most picturesque region I had the pleasure of visiting in Vietnam. When I thought of Vietnam the image that came to mind was intricately dressed H’Mong tribeswomen, lush mountains and rice paddies, of course! That’s exactly what Sapa … Read More
What stands out while traveling in Myanmar is how many sacred Buddha images and pagodas are gilded in shiny gold leaves Yes, it’s real gold! The most prominent of these shimmering relics is Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon covered in tiny … Read More
It was already dark when we arrived in Yangon. I was surprised at how quiet the biggest city in Myanmar was. There wasn’t anyone in sight, and it was eerily quiet. We needed to look for a hotel so we … Read More
The ancient city of Bagan dates back to the 9th century, and is the most popular site in Myanmar. Every year, thousands of tourists and Burmese pilgrims visit the Unesco-listed complex. Nearly 10,000 monuments were erected between the 9th and … Read More
Although I usually try to find something good about every place I visit keeping in mind that simply being there is a privilege in itself, there’s the odd time when I’m more likely looking forward to leaving than to exploring. … Read More
The biggest reclining Buddha in the world is a pretty ambitious claim. Measuring nearly 600 feet / 180 meters, this reclining Buddha is truly deserving of its unofficial world-record holding title! Win Sein Taw Ya is the proper name … Read More