Of all the ethnicities and nationalities that make up the vast Central Asian region, among the most unique you will come across are the Dungans. In this blog we will explore who they are, how… Who are the Dungan people of Central Asia?
If you happen to be in Vietnam at the end of April, you’ll quickly notice something different. Cities are covered in flower decorations, public spaces and skyscrapers light up in the evenings, patriotic music echoes through the streets, and red… April 30th: The Day That Changed Everything in Vietnam
When you think about floating villages, places such as Kampong Phluk and Kampong Khleang on Cambodia’s Tonlé Sap Lake are usually the first that come to mind. Both are unique (and absolutely worth a visit),… Kampong Ayer – The Largest Floating Village in the World
Syria is home to some of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, and despite more than a decade of conflict that has left much of its historic architecture in ruins, there is one… Al-Nofara – the oldest cafe in the Arab world
When visiting Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan, one of the first things you’ll notice is that the roads look… a bit different. Not just because of the huge, often empty, multi-lane boulevards stretching across the… Why Are All the Cars in Ashgabat White?
A guide on what to eat and where to find it in Kazakhstan’s capital Sampling local cuisine is one of the best ways to immerse yourself in a culture. Below we will talk about some… Best food in Astana
Northeastern Syria, also known as A.A.N.E.S (Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria) which was formally referred to as Rojava (West Kurdistan in Kurdish). Its name is only the tip of the iceburg when it… How long can Northeastern Syria stay independent?
In the serene village of Taybeh, nestled in the West Bank northeast of Ramallah, a unique story of determination and cultural pride unfolds through the frothy head of a beer glass. Established in 1994 by… Taybeh Beer: Brewing Resilience in the Heart of The West Bank
In Uji, Japan’s historic matcha capital, demand for premium green tea is outpacing supply. As tourists scramble for tins, locals fear that tradition may be getting diluted. 10:00 is an important time in Uji, Japan.… Who drank all the matcha? How tourism drained a Japanese town
Seeing as I am on a bit of a roll with my lists, I have decided to put together my 10 best drinking cities in South-East Asia! So, what qualifies a city to be a… 10 Best Drinking Cities in South-East Asia