Author: Hand of colors

The endless charm of Charyn canyon

Central Asia, Kazakhstan

“Today, you are about to witness the incredible diversity of Kazakhstan’s...
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A Two-Day Odyssey Through the Almaty Region

Central Asia, Kazakhstan

“Almaty region is truly exceptional,” remarked our guide, Syrym, as we embarked on a two-day odyssey through the Almaty region...
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Savoring the Nomadic Tapestry in Almaty: Kazaki food you should try in Almaty

Central Asia, Kazakhstan

Borat, the fictitious, mustachioed, mankini-wearing media personality played by Sacha Baron Cohen in the eponymous cult film, put...
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Almaty: Unexpected wonders

Central Asia

Of all the things I anticipated discovering in Almaty, a ski resort mere 20 minutes from the city...
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Hoi An: The city of lanterns

South East Asia

Ever since I landed in Da Nang, Vietnam’s port city, Hoi An was a constant feature among travelers. Some had returned from Hoi An, others...
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Stok Palace: An exquisite miniature of Ladakh

India, Ladakh

It was mid-afternoon when we arrived in Leh. The temperatures soared to 30 degrees, a very unlikely for Ladakh. But the temperature was...
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Dawki: A river paradise

India, North East India • 2 Comments

I was a little undecided between going to Dawki or making a long trip to Tura. And my Airbnb host...
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Inside the sacred forests of Mawphlang

India, North East India • 2 Comments

In every turn in Meghalaya nature has a story to tell. Amongst the brooding mountains and the fiery skies, living root bridges, and natural...
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The monoliths and old tales of sacrifices from Nartiang

India, North East India

A magical waterfall straight out of Kipling’s pages – that’s how my friend Brad described Krangshuri falls. His words were enough to...
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Magical sunrise and a feast at Denzong Regency

Hotel Review, North East India

The worst part of Sikkim is the tiring journey from Bagdogra airport to Gangtok. And while all...
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