I have been overwhelmed by the beauty surrounding me here in Chiang Mai, most specifically that from the numerous temples around the city. Of the sites I have visited so far, 3 special Buddhist temples in Old Chiang Mai stand out above the others. Wat Chiang Man The oldest temple built in 1297, within the …
In keeping with tradition, I wanted to visit a cemetery in Antalya. A previous post showcased the old Ottoman cemetery that I found in Kaleici, but I wanted to see what a current day site was like. I was in luck; I found the Islamic cemetery in Antalya that was close to my apartment too. …
Arguably the biggest draw for tourists to Split, is the gorgeous and historic ancient part of the city. The magic of Diocletian’s Palace & Old Town is like nothing else. Walking around this area gives me the feeling I have stepped back in time. Especially early in the morning, before the throngs of people fill …
There is so much history in Rome, it is ridiculous, in the best of ways. On my first visit in 2018, I saw the biggest attractions. Some of these made such an impact on me, I am back to see them a second time. One such site is the Pantheon – being in a magical …