Visiting Batu Cave is a must. when you're in Malaysia. It is very close to Kuala Lumpur, and easily done as a day-trip from there. These limestone caves harbour Hindu temples where murals of mythic scenes gleam behind stalactites, bats flutter in the shadows, and troops of monkeys prey on hapless tourists. The caves are guarded... Continue Reading →
Mount Lycabettus: The Refuge of Wolves
Autumn in Athens is just like summer. I was just there in October, and was surprised how warm it was for the time of year, 27c. I guess winter is quite mild in Greece compared to northern Europe. On this beautiful warm day I decided to visit a place I haven't been to before.... Continue Reading →
Following The Summer Sun!
On a beautiful late summer day I decided to enjoy the River Thames by cycling along a path by its side, which offers beautiful scenery along much of its journey to the sea. I started my cycling tour in Twickenham, which is on the Thames Path. The route, mostly along the River Thames at its... Continue Reading →
Going Coconuts!
Natal is the capital city of Rio Grande do Norte in the northeast of Brazil. It's known for its extensive coastal sand dunes. The beaches and dunes are beautiful, and the sky is very blue. The place where all the dunes are located is called Genipabu. Natal won't appeal to you too much if you seek out... Continue Reading →
Between Waters
Cabedelo is a small city located about 20 km from the capital of Paraiba state in Brazil. The enormous Trans-Amazonian Highway (BR230) starts in Cabedelo and goes all the way on its 4000 km journey to the Amazon Rainforest. The Santa Catarina Fort is Composed of an architectural complex with 20 compartments, among them the Chapel... Continue Reading →
Down South American Way
João Pessoa is the capital of the state of Paraiba in the northeast of Brazil. Its old town is known for its baroque and art nouveau architecture. It was also held by the Dutch for around 20 years in the 17th century. Its name has changed several times and its current name, literally translated as “John Person”,... Continue Reading →
The Soul of Nature
Carapibus is a beautiful unspoilt beach on the Coast of Conde, in the southern part of the state of Paraiba, northeast of Brazil. The beach stretch is very long, wild, and nearly completely undeveloped. I stayed in a small pousada (hotel) called Aruanã. We had a beautiful view of the sea front. The... Continue Reading →