Lhasa, the capital of the Tibet Autonomous Region, is a city that feels suspended between earth and sky, both geographically and spiritually. Perched at over 3,600 meters (11,800 feet) above …
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Terracotta Warriors: Standing Before the Army of an Emperor
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinXi’an, the ancient capital of China, is a city where history is palpable at every corner. From the winding city walls to the bustling streets filled with local culture, the …
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“Everybody Was Kung Fu Fighting” – Shaolin Monastery: A Journey into the Heart of Martial Arts and Zen
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinChina’s cultural landscape is vast, stretching from the serene mountains of the south to the bustling metropolises of the east. Among its many treasures, few places are as evocative, mysterious, …
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Forbidden City: Walking Through the Heart of Imperial China
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinBeijing is a city where history and modernity collide. Towering skyscrapers and bustling streets sit side by side with ancient temples, serene gardens, and the sprawling palaces of dynasties past. …
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Few sights in the world carry the combination of history, scale, and human achievement like the Great Wall of China. Standing on its weathered stones, looking across mountains and valleys …
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“Carry On Up the Khyber” – Reaching the Khyber Pass: A Journey Through History and Landscape
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinTravel has a way of shaping perspective, of placing you within landscapes that carry stories far older than your own journey. Reaching the Khyber Pass in Pakistan was one of …
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Parasailing in Bali: A Leap of Faith After the Deep Blue
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinAfter spending a couple of intense and rewarding weeks in Bali, Indonesia, the island had begun to feel both familiar and full of possibility. By that point in the trip, …
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Paragliding in Pokhara: From the Annapurna Trails to the Open Sky
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinAfter completing the Annapurna Base Camp trek, my body was tired in a way that only sustained days of walking at altitude can achieve. Muscles ached, joints protested, and yet …
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Bali, the Island of the Gods, is a mesmerizing jewel in the Indonesian archipelago that captivates millions of visitors each year with its rich culture, stunning landscapes, and vibrant way …
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Bali, the Island of the Gods, is a mesmerizing jewel in the Indonesian archipelago that captivates millions of visitors each year with its rich culture, stunning landscapes, and vibrant way …
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Trekking Mount Batur in Bali, Indonesia, was one of those experiences that quietly embeds itself into your memory, not through drama or hardship alone, but through atmosphere, reflection, and a …
