Imperial Vienna
Vienna was the imperial capital in Europe from the 15th to the early 20th century. Its historical splendour, importance and continuityContinue Reading
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On top of the world
The Karakoram highway between Pakistan and China was cut out of the Himalayan mountainsides and stretches some 1 300 kmContinue Reading
The market at the end of the world
I have never seen a market like the unbelievable Jemaa el-Fna in Marrakesh, Morocco. It’s like a wild, beating historical heart ofContinue Reading
Ultimate guide to historical Rome
Rome is ruins, tourists and sleazy romance. It has amazing views, pizza slices and you really must go. This ultimateContinue Reading
Explorer Freya Stark and the Valley of the Assassins
Freya Stark, “the nomad queen”, was curious, resolved and a great explorer of the last century. She always travelled alone.Continue Reading
