Diwali festival of lights in Kathmandu (Nepal)
Known as the festival of lights, Diwali is one of the most important dates on the Hindu calendar and the ambiance in Kathmandu is magical.
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Chitwan National Park wildlife reserve – Tiger spotting in Nepal
One of Nepal’s great attractions is Chitwan National Park, a huge nature reserve where Bengal tigers, white rhinos and Indian elephants roam free.
Kathmandu Boudhanath Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple (Nepal)
Boudhanath Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple are holy sites in Kathmandu Valley. Contemplating Buddhist prayers and the final Hindu rites in Nepal! Boudhanath Stupa and Pashupatinath Temple We got up bright and early on day 3 in Kathmandu to meet BB Bhandari, our friend from Nepal Adventure Point, who was taking…
Visiting Kathmandu – What to See in 3 Days
There’s so much to see in Kathmandu in 3 days. Kathmandu Durbar Square is the most famous place in the historic city, a UNESCO site with ancient temples and the Old Royal Palace. In fact, it’s known as the city of temples.
12-day Nepal Itinerary – Kathmandu Diwali Festival and Himalayan Trek
On an exciting 12-day Nepal itinerary you can see the traditional foothill villages on a Himalayan trek, tour Chitwan Nature Reserve, visit Pokhara lakeside, and enjoy the Diwali Festival of Light in Kathmandu.
2 Days in Córdoba – Why You Should Visit Córdoba in Spain
A 2-day trip to Córdoba is perfect for seeing the old quarters, the temples and plazas, and the flower-decked patios that make this prettiest city in Spain. Enjoy a river walk, then visit the palaces and museums, discover the historic legacy left by the rulers who once lived here –…
Discovering Bali – ‘Land of Temples’
Discovering the Land of Temples – Bali Batur Temple, Tegallalang Rice Terraces and Ubud The most convenient, hassle-free and an amazingly economical way to see the sights of Bali ‘Land of Temples’ is to hire a chauffeur driven car. Madi picked us up from the lobby in a smart, air-conditioned…
What to See in Barcelona: Gaudi & Sagrada Familia Cathedral
On our second morning in Barcelona, we caught the hop-on/off tourist bus and followed the Modernista Route stopping off along the Paseo de Gràcia to view outstanding examples of Catalan art-nouveau architecture, such as Casa Amatller, Casa Batlló and the imposing stone façade of Casa Milà (La Pedrera) – built by Antoni Gaudí, the city’s most emblematic…
