My Egyptian journey continued to Luxor, a city that, for me, is the true heart of Ancient Egypt. In a brief introduction to Luxor, I explained the symbolic duality of the city, between east and west and life and death. To the east, we have light, life, and rituals. But today, we focus on the west bank, the dark side, where mysteries and eternity blend—the famous “side of death.”
… Continue readingLuxor, formerly known as Thebes, is a city that embodies the historical heart of Ancient Egypt. Divided by the Nile into two distinct banks, it offers two complementary facets of this millennia-old civilization.
The East Bank, often called the “city of the living,” is home to the temples of Karnak and Luxor, places of worship and festivals dedicated to the gods. In contrast, the West Bank, nicknamed the “city of the dead,” is the realm of necropolises, featuring the famous Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens, where pharaohs rest for eternity.
… Continue readingMoved, shaken, fascinated… I stand with deep emotion at the base of the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The warm desert wind brushes against my skin, but the silent majesty of this pyramid fills my thoughts. How were such architectural feats accomplished with the tools of their time?
This question lingers in my mind throughout my visit—a mystery I do not claim to solve definitively. But one thing is certain: the pyramids, with their colossal stone blocks and almost supernatural precision, command immediate respect and profound humility.
… Continue readingImmerse yourself in Central Vietnam’s history, culture and nature with a visit to an iconic destination: My Son.
With the ancient archaeological site of My Son, a UNESCO World Heritage treasure, this tour promises a unique and rewarding adventure.
… Continue readingA stroll through Hoi An, by far the best-preserved old town in Vietnam, gives you a rare feeling of stepping back in time. The pretty lantern-decorated streets reveal a cosmopolitan architecture that reflects the past of this once prosperous trading port.
Situated on the banks of the Thu Bon River, Hoi An is a coastal town in Vietnam that captivates visitors with its historic charm, well-preserved architecture and peaceful ambience. Not only have the ancient buildings survived the wars of the 20th century, but they have also retained traditional features that are rare today.
… Continue readingI can’t thank my friend Viktoria enough for showing me a part of her country, North Macedonia, and its capital Skopje.
It all started when she told us that to celebrate her thirtieth birthday, she would organize a party in her home country, Northern Macedonia.
Not going to lie, I took the opportunity to celebrate my friend, of course, but also to discover a country that was still totally unknown to me. Various twists and turns in planning this escapade made me couple this trip with the discovery of the capital of Kosovo – Priština (remember my wish to visit the European capitals before my 30th birthday).
This post tells the story of my discovery of Skopje, the country’s capital, with my friend Viktoria, one of her childhood friends living in the Macedonian capital, a Swiss friend of Viktoria’s family and (suspense) my dad. I was talking about twists and turns, and my dad was one of them. I was delighted to discover these two countries with him.
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