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China’s other great wall is impressive, too—and steeped in history
The 8.5-mile-long wall that surrounds Xi’an, touted as one of the best-preserved walled fortifications in China, could be the next UNESCO World Heritage site.
Seeking wilderness in Uganda, the Pearl of Africa
A vacay in Uganda to see primates provided more spectacles than we bargained for. Apart from the great apes, this is a great place to see lions and hippos, elephants and antelopes - minus the crowds.
What It’s Really Like to Hike the Great Wall of China
Want to know what's so great about the wall?
China's otherworldly mountains that inspired Avatar
Zhangjiajie, China's first national park, also features glass-bottomed bridges, a mountain elevator and a food court complete with a McDonald's for those inclined to take it easy.
On the trail to hidden Mongolia
In Mongolia, I found a land of rich traditions and stunning contrasts
The 300km route shining a spotlight on Sri Lanka's tea history
The recently opened Pekoe Trail, which runs for more than 300km through tea plantations, villages and forests, tells the story of Sri Lanka's complex and chequered tea history.
Jaipur Buzzes With Culture and Crafts:
As a part of the Golden Triangle of tourism along with Delhi and Agra, Jaipur has always been one of India's most popular tourist destinations. Here's how to navigate the "Pink City" like a Pro
The revival of India’s stunning stepwells
Long abandoned, these deep, intricately designed wells are once again quenching water needs across India.
10 of the best palace hotels in India
There’s living like royalty, and then there’s living like Indian royalty - a round up of India's best palace hotels
From Poacher to Protector
In the world’s largest mangrove forest, a former poacher protects the animals he once hunted.
Finding serenity in the Serengeti
In the vast, untamed beauty of the Serengeti, a safari offers more than just wildlife encounters—it provides a rare chance to find peace and solace amid nature’s raw, timeless rhythm.
Ulanbaatar - your gateway to Mongolia
Why Ulaanbaatar Should Be Your Next Big Adventure
Footloose in Xi'an: More than the terracotta army
Food, markets and an ancient wall enrich the capital of China's Shaanxi province
How millets are making a comeback in India
These hardy, drought-resistant and nutritious grains disappeared from fields in the 1960s. Now, the country is working to revive them.
What makes a Chinatown?
Kwai Chai Hong in Kuala Lumpur's Chinatown neighbourhood offers a model for inclusive urban regeneration