Roraima – Journey to the Summit of Prehistory San Francisco de Yuruaní greeted us with a sweltering morning. Waiting four hours for the jeep to Canaima National Park, we met our team: Uli – a German traveler, our local guide,… Continue Reading →
Ciudad Bolívar – Gateway to the World of Tepuis As dawn’s first light painted the horizon, our bus rolled into Ciudad Bolívar – a historic city perched along the mighty Orinoco River. This is where Simón Bolívar proclaimed the creation… Continue Reading →
Caracas – A Capital of Stark Contrasts Caracas, Venezuela’s capital, evokes extreme emotions. Framed by the picturesque Ávila Mountains yet notorious as one of the world’s most dangerous cities, statistics show dozens of armed robberies daily. For tourists, the worst-case… Continue Reading →
Venezuela – South America’s Forgotten Gem Our next great adventure brought us to Venezuela – a country three times larger than Poland, where lush nature, dramatic history, and passionate people create an unforgettable mix. This destination remains off mainstream tourist… Continue Reading →
Fascinating Facts About Cambodia Floating villages on Tonle Sap Lake represent a unique cultural phenomenon. The largest, Kompong Phluk, is home to communities adapted to water level fluctuations (1-9 meters!). Houses stand on stilts during dry season and float during… Continue Reading →
Sihanoukville – Paradise Beaches and Contrasts of Modern Cambodia After Cambodia’s difficult historical memories, Sihanoukville presents a completely different face of the country. This popular resort on the Gulf of Thailand is famous for its white sand beaches, turquoise waters… Continue Reading →
The Killing Fields & S-21 Prison – Cambodia’s Dark History Choeung Ek, known as The Killing Fields, is one of the most harrowing sites in Cambodia’s history. Between 1975–1979, the Khmer Rouge regime under Pol Pot executed approximately 17,000 people—men,… Continue Reading →
Discover Phnom Penh – the vibrant capital of Cambodia, where colonial charm meets tragic history and dynamic development. A guide to the city’s museums, markets, and nightlife. Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Cambodian capital, Southeast Asia travel, National Museum of Cambodia, Phnom… Continue Reading →
Israeli Kibbutzim – Socialist Utopia or Modern Success Story? While traveling through Israel, I had the unique opportunity to visit several kibbutzim – fascinating agricultural communes that represent the living legacy of early Zionist ideals. These collective communities offer a… Continue Reading →
Mount Sinai and St. Catherine’s Monastery – Where Heaven Touched Earth One of Egypt’s most breathtaking spiritual experiences begins under the stars. Our sunset-to-sunrise pilgrimage to Mount Sinai’s 2,285-meter summit started at 10 PM with 25 fellow travelers and a… Continue Reading →
ISRAEL: Where Ancient History Meets Modern Identity Masada: The Unconquerable Symbol Perched dramatically on a plateau overlooking the Dead Sea, Masada stands as one of Israel’s most powerful historical symbols. Originally built as a luxurious palace-fortress by King Herod between… Continue Reading →
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