If you stroll through Oslo and pass by the National Theatre, you will surely notice the Peacock Fountain. It is shaped in a way that it forms a semicircle, that is supposed to resemble the fanned tail of a male peacock. It was put in this spot in 1989 as … Continue readingOslo’s Peacock Fountain
Kyrgyzstan is country, that is still characterized by the agrarian culture. The majority of people in the country are dependent on agriculture or at least own a few horses, kettle or sheep. Everywhere you see the animals roam freely through the countryside, farmers working with their horses or cows, or … Continue readingThe Hustling and Bustling of the Animal Bazaar in Karakol
If you are interested in myths, fairy tales and ancient stories, the Mountains of Dragons – the Drakensberg as the first European settlers called the mountain range in the north of South Africa – might be a place for you. One explanation for this descriptive name is that the tops … Continue readingUp to the Roof of Africa
Bright blue skies and puffy white clouds, all shades of red, orange and yellow starting to mix with the lush green of the fields and woods, the mossy yet warm smell of the ground – it is hard to not love sunny fall days. And if you pass by trees … Continue readingIt’s Apple Picking Season!
In Nice, you immediately notice that this has always been a place for the wealthy. The architecture, fancy hotels and broad streets tell stories from a past of glamour and luxury. But also today, it is a cultural centre of the French Rivera and worth a visit all year round. … Continue readingVisiting Nice and the Glamorous Côte D’Azur
Most people come to South Africa for either the wine or the wildlife, and if your first thought was wildlife, then you are probably thinking of a safari to see elephants, lions, giraffes or zebras. However, the South African wildlife as a lot more to offer besides the fascinating animals … Continue readingSouth African Beach (Wild)Life
Sometimes I miss those lazy days in summer when you just hang out at a bech without a care in the world. Just good friends, a thrilling book, and some refreshments. When it gets too hot you just jump into the sea – sometimes that’s all the adventure I need. … Continue readingThose Hazy Lazy Summer Days
When driving along the southern shore of Lake Issyk Kul it is impossible not to notice a grand structure, the yurts and walls covered in fading murals. This once colourful place is Aalam Ordo, which literally translated to “the centre of the universe”. A lot of questions immediately arise. What … Continue readingThe Centre of the Universe
Jeti Öguz is one of the most popular destinations for a day trip from Karakol, a starting point for multi-day hikes or a weekend away in the mountains. Tourists, as well as locals, come to visit the area at the north slope of Teskey Ala-Too mountain range close to the … Continue readingA Day At Jeti ÖgÜz