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Gjirokastër Guide
Albania

Gjirokastër: The Ultimate Guide

Gjirokastër is arguably Albania’s most magical town. While Greco-Roman cities had long flourished at the valley floor, the hillside city we see today was largely established during the Ottoman era. Thanks to its

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Kayaköy Ghost Town
Turkey

Wandering Through the Ghost Town of Kayaköy

Tucked away from southwest Turkey’s popular beach resorts is an eerie attraction like no other. The Kayaköy ghost town is not merely a collection of several abandoned buildings, but several hundred. And today, the

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Beehive Houses Harran Guide
Turkey

Harran: The Ancient Center of the Sabians

While not much of ancient Harran survives, its atmosphere remains imbued with a sense of magic and mystery. The Mesopotamian city was a former dwelling place of Abraham and home to Anatolia’s first

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Şanlıurfa Fish Lake Urfa Guide
Turkey

A Guide to Şanlıurfa: The City of Prophets

With the recent discovery of nearby Göbekli Tepe, the city of Şanlıurfa has been placed firmly on Turkey’s tourism map. But Urfa, as most people call it, is an essential destination in its own right. In

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Mardin Guide
Turkey

A Guide to Mardin: Turkey’s Most Beautiful City

Mardin, with its elegant limestone buildings overlooking the Mesopotamian plains, is arguably Turkey’s most beautiful city. It’s also one of the country’s most historically rich and culturally interesting, with the region being home

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Diyarbakır Citadel
Turkey

Diyarbakır: The Ultimate Guide

Diyarbakır has long been considered a prized possession of the many kingdoms who managed to control it. Due to its strategic location along the Tigris River, it’s been continuously inhabited for thousands of

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Old Tbilisi Guide
Georgia

A Day in Old Tbilisi

If you only have a day or two in Georgia’s capital and are wondering what to do, the answer is simple: explore the Old City. The area is jam-packed with architectural gems, scenic

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Cairo Citadel
Egypt

A Day in Islamic Cairo

No visit to Cairo is complete without a walk through Islamic Cairo, the medieval city established by the Fatimids in the 10th century. As you stroll down the district’s narrow alleyways, you’ll encounter

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Top Things to Do in Aswan
Egypt

Top 5 Things to Do in Aswan

Aswan’s main attractions might not be able to compete with those of Luxor or Cairo. But that’s not to say the city has little to see. While many use Aswan as a base

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Tianxin Pavilion Changsha
China

Top 5 Things to Do in Changsha

Changsha, the capital of Hunan Province, is well off many travelers’ radars. Some might pass through on the way to Zhangjiajie National Park or Fenghuang. But the city of several million is more than

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Wat Chedi Luang Chiang Mai
Thailand

A Day in Chiang Mai’s Old City

Even today, the ancient historical district of Chiang Mai is widely regarded as the heart of the city. In addition to centuries-old temples, the district also pulls in visitors with its cozy coffee

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Sakon Nakhon Guide
Thailand

Sakon Nakhon: Thailand’s Best-Kept Secret

Considering Thailand’s immense popularity with tourists, its northeastern Isaan region hardly gets the attention it deserves. The area is home to stunning landscapes, a rich cultural heritage and some of the friendliest locals

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Khao Khanab Nam Krabi
Thailand

Discovering the Caves of Krabi Town

Most who arrive at Krabi airport are eager to head straight to the beach. But the provincial capital, locally known as Krabi Town, is more than just a pass-through destination. From the town

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Semenggoh Nature Reserve Kuching
Malaysia

Top 5 Things to Do in Kuching

Kuching has got to be one of Southeast Asia’s most underrated cities. While many use it as a starting point to explore Sarawak’s numerous national parks, it’s worth sticking around in for at

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Phra That Haripunchai
Thailand

A Day in Lamphun: Deep in the Heart of Haripunchai

Lamphun is easily one of Thailand’s most historically significant cities. Before the establishment of the Lanna Kingdom, another kingdom called Haripunchai had long been the dominant force in Northern Thailand. Established in the

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Wat Chang Rob Kamphaeng Phet
Thailand

Touring the Forgotten Ruins of Kamphaeng Phet

The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kamphaeng Phet has just about everything you’re looking for when it comes to old ruins. Extravagant ancient temples, fascinating history and a picturesque setting. But one thing

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