Yekaterinburg, the city that sits idly between Europe and Asia and a city where history and modernity dance a captivating ballet. This city holds a special place in my heart, probably because this was one instance where I discovered a gem in the place where I least expected. When it comes to finding the best …
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Russia is a unique country with wooden churches defy architectural norms, ancient mountains play host to Europe’s highest peak, valleys that hide the world’s largest lakes, and one of the most scenic volcanoes in the world. But this isn’t even the top of the iceberg. Venturing into the world’s largest country offers a kaleidoscope of …
Seversk: a name that might not ring a bell unless you’re into cities with more secrets than a spy novel. Tucked away in the cold steeps of Siberia and born out of the Cold War’s cloak-and-dagger days, Seversk (formerly known as Tomsk-7) isn’t your typical hometown. If this sounds intriguing and you would like to …
Welcome to our grand tour of the haunted castles in England, where each stone tells a story, and the corridors echo with more than just the footsteps of tourists. England, with its rich history and love for a good ghost story, is home to some of the most astonishing haunted castles in the world. From …
Castles in Europe are like the continent’s collection of eerie, cobweb-draped ancestral portraits.; each one owith its own eerie story. And if you’re interested in this kind of stories, you’ll surely love this article. From the misty highlands of Scotland to the sun-drenched vineyards of Italy, here are the most fascinating haunted castles in Europe …
When you think of idyllic island escapes, the usual suspects might pop into mind: the Maldives, the Greek Isles, perhaps the Caribbean. But what if I told you there’s a lesser-trodden path in the Balkans beckoning the bold and the curious? Islands in Albania, my friend, are like that hidden track on your favorite album—the …
Serbia might not have the coastal beauty of Croatia or the islands of Montenegro, but it more than makes up for it with its historic buildings and culture. From the rugged beauty of Golubac Fortress, cradling the waters of the Danube, to the haunting tales of Zemunska’s past, there’s a handful of fascinating historic castles in …
A year in Moldova, with most of my days centered in its capital, Chișinău, yet my wanderlust made sure I covered its nooks and crannies. It’s often said that travel shapes you, and Moldova? It didn’t just shape, it sculpted! On a whim, post a rather intriguing job offer, I found myself boarding a plane to this …
Most people who visit Croatia don’t get much further from the sun-kissed beaches, the party scene of Hvar, Dubrovnik’s old town and taking selfies at Game of Thrones sites. However, if you look hard enough, you’ll discover plenty of hidden gems in Croatia that often slip through the average tourist’s itinerary and in this article, we’ll do our best to tell you the untold …
Often overshadowed by its Adriatic siblings, this Balkan beauty packs quite the island punch. From the man-made marvel of Our Lady of the Rocks, legend says was crafted rock by rock by devout seafarers, to the timeless aura of Sveti Dorde, whispering tales of centuries gone by, Montenegro’s islands are a delightful mix of history, …