For centuries, Bukhara was one of the main cultural and religious hubs of Central Asia. It also had a bustling trade activity due to its location by an oasis in the Silk Roads. Samarkand is probably more famous in the West, but Bukhara's historical importance is even greater.Bukhara does not…
When we told people we were travelling to Uzbekistan, not few didn't quite understand what we were saying - "what's there to see?" was a typical question and the more prejudiced "wow! a stan?" ("-stan" is a suffix that means land, just like we say "England" or "Finland"). To be…
León is undoubtedly one of the most interesting towns to visit in Spain, because of its historical architecture, its cuisine and atmosphere (great for tapas lovers). Surprisingly, León is not such a popular destination. Few foreigners have ever heard of this historical city, and even less know its wonders. León…
The famous old city of Barcelona is not as mediaeval as it looks - a lot of its gothic was carefully fabricated.
A beautiful castle from Isabella's times, between river Manzanares and the mountains
Píngyáo (平遥) is a town with a population of about 50 000 in the province of Shānxī (not to be mistaken for neighbouring Shǎnxī or Shaanxi, on the West). Visiting Pingyao is meeting the real late Imperial China.In a country with many fake historical towns, Pingyao is one of the…
Georgia is home to a rich cultural heritage and amazing landscapes. Its well-preserved mediaeval monasteries remind us that Georgia was, and still is, at the frontier of Christianity.
Laguardia is not only one of the most beautiful small villages in Spain, with an untouched mediaeval heart. It also hosts a unique oenological heritage.