Sri Lanka: Anuradhapura – a UNESCO World Heritage Site
The ruins of Anuradhapura are one of South Asia’s most evocative sights, a sprawling complex contains a rich collection of archaeological and architectural wonders
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Sri Lanka: Negombo – Exploring the fish market and culture of this coastal city
Negombo is s small coastal town ideal for a brief visit on arriving or leaving Sri Lanka – explore it’s churches, temples, harbor and splendid fish market
Read moreMalaysia: Borneo (Sabah) – A surprise meeting with a herd of pygmy elephants
Whilst I was laid up in my room at the Kinabatangan Wetlands Resort from my fall the night before (I was later found to have 5 broken ribs) Karen headed out on a morning cruise (thinking my injury was not quite so serious) towards the ox-bow lake in search of monkeys and other wildlife.
Read moreMalaysia: Borneo – The Rain Forest Discovery Centre
A great insight into the fauna and flora of Borneo. There is a well thought out inside exhibition centre and extensive grounds with a canopy walk-way.
Read moreMalaysia: Borneo (Sabah) – The specactular Kinabatangan River
The start of a journey down the Kinabatangan River in Sabah, Borneo. This is the perfect place to see several species of monkeys, including the proboscis monkey and the rare Bornean pygmy elephant.
Read moreMalaysia: Borneo (Sabah) – Borneon Sun Bear Conservation Centre
The sun bear conservation centre in Sandakan has a mission to rescue these small and endangered bears from captivity and return them to the wild. We were lucky enough to get the chance to visit these charming and cuddly animals during our visit to Sandakan. The centre is just opposite the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre.
Read moreMalaysia: Borneo (Sabah) – A visit to the Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary
For as long as I can remember I have had a love affair with orangutans. so a trip to Borneo has long been on my bucket list. I felt the urgent need to do this visit sooner rather than later because of the threat to primary rain forests.
Read moreMalaysia: Kuala Lumpur a facinating city full of hidden gems
With half a day in Malaysia’s capital city, we had to choose carefully what to do. Top of my list was the iconic Petronas Towers, but we also got time to explore the shopping malls and markets.
Read moreHong Kong: Travelling on trams and enjoying the nightscape
Traversing Hong Kong on the trams and enjoying the amazing lights of the cityscape on a nightime harbor cruise
Read moreHong Kong: Victoria Peak, Aberdeen and a night market
A whirlwind tour to the top of Hong Kong’s Victoria Peak then across the island for a boat trip around Aberdeen Harbour before heading out to a night market. Phew!
Read moreChina: Hong Kong – The wonders of Lantau Island
A day to escape the rush of the Hong Kong Island and visit the calm of the Big Buddha and Po Lin Monastery. Followed by a short detour to the fishing village of Tai O in search of pink dolphins.
Read moreIndia: The Jantar Mantar
The Jantar Mantar, is a monument which houses a collection of nineteen architectural astronomical instruments. Built by the Rajput king Sawai Jai Singh II, and completed in 1734, it features the world’s largest stone sundial
Read moreIndia: The Red Fort
The Red Fort is a large complex in the centre Old Delhi, and for 200 years, until 1857, was the main residence of the Mughal emperors. In addition to accommodating the emperors and their households, it was the ceremonial and political centre of the Mughal state
Read moreIndia: Fatehpur Sikri
The ancient city of Fatehpur Sikri was founded by Emperor Akbar as the capital of Mughal Empire in 1571. Akbar’s son Jahangir was born at the village of Sikri in 1569 and that year Akbar constructed a religious compound to commemorate Sheikh Salim who had predicted the birth.
Read moreIndia: Taj Mahal
We were a little worried with the potential of fog completely engulfing the Taj Mahal. But we got lucky – there was a mist but it added to the mystery of this modern day wonder.
Read moreSingapore: Botanical Gardens
On a previous visit to this island country I had visited the Singapore Botanical Gardens and the image of these amazing verdant gardens had stuck with me over many years. I was very excited to be visiting again.
Read moreIndia: Jaipur
Exploring Rajasthan’s “Pink City”, with its population of around 3½ million. We’d visit the Palace of the Winds, walk among temples and enjoy the sights and sounds of the street markets.
Read moreIndia: Humayon’s tomb
Humayon’s Tomb is set within a complex with extensive and lush gardens, amongst which are scattered several elaborate tombs. The largest structure is Humayan’s Tomb, a phenomenal structure which is believed to have been the template for the Taj Mahal.
Read moreIndia: Qutab Minar
Qutab Minar is a minaret that forms part of the Qutab complex, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Qutab Minar was established along with Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque around 1192 by Qutab-us-din Aibak, the first ruler of the Delhi Sultanate.
Read moreIndia: Rajasthan – Jaipur, Dera Mandawa (Review)
During our visit we had the pleasure of staying at the Dera Mandawa, which is conveniently located in the heart of all the action in Jaipur. (accommodation / hotel / dining)
Read moreIndia: Rajasthan – Jaipur the “Pink City”
Exploring Rajasthan’s “Pink City”, with its population of around 3½ million. We’d visit the Palace of the Winds, walk among temples and enjoy the sights and sounds of the street markets.
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