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Pushkar Ghats Through the Lens

Located on the shores of Pushkar Lake, the town of Pushkar is a prominent destination in Rajasthan, India. It is an important pilgrimage site for Hindus, featuring 52…

Angkor Wat Through the Lens

Angkor Wat is a historic temple complex near Siem Reap, Cambodia. It has been used as a place of worship for multiple faiths, including Hinduism and Buddhism. The…

Chiang Mai Province Through the Lens

Chiang Mai Province is located in northern Thailand, where a blend of natural beauty and vibrant cultural activities makes the region a popular destination for travelers. Visitors can…

Bodh Gaya: Place of Buddha’s Enlightenment

Bodh Gaya, India, was the location of Siddhartha Gautama’s enlightenment. The Buddha attained enlightenment while sitting under a Bodhi tree, and the ancestor of that tree is housed…

Riding an Elephant in Thailand

Chiang Mai Province was the answer. Where to ride an elephant and how to ride an elephant are the musings. The voyage began with a serene 8-mile bike…

Kabul Street Eats

“Faghat seyr mikonam.” For the adventurous eater venturing into Kabul’s street food scene, these three Dari words—which roughly translates to “I’m just looking”—are key. To stroll by Kabul’s…

Rock Climbing Over Rice Paddies

Rock climbing can be a physically demanding yet enjoyable activity. It involves scaling natural rock formations, an experience that can be accentuated by pairing it with a unique…

Recycled Masterpiece: Chandigarh’s Rock Garden

Chandigarh, India, is a pleasant respite to travelers who have braved the chaos of the country’s rickshaw-filled roads. The streets of this urban center are beautifully ordered, adorned…

Lao Fishermen on the Mekong

Luang Prabang is a charming city in Laos and stands out as one of the popular tourist stops in this former French colony. The area is perfectly suited…

3 Perfect Places to Befriend a Buddhist Monk

1. Luang Prabang, Laos Luang Prabang, Laos, is an enchanting town in Southeast Asia featuring numerous Buddhist temples (Wats) and monks practicing their faith. It offers a unique…