Marjan Hill is a forested peninsula rising 178m (584 ft) above the Adriatic. Often called the Lungs of Split, it is popular for its lush pine forests, an ever-expanding web of trails, viewpoints, historic chapels, ancient hermitage caves, sea views and secluded coves. Just minutes from the city center, Marjan Forest Park is a sprawling …
I first read about Penang's Unicorn Trail in The Star on 07 Nov 2023, and it has been on my radar ever since. Though it did not scream for attention, I felt its quiet nudging every now and then. Together with Ria and Greg, I survived the beast and its relentless taming of us. Done …
Just like in Dubrovnik, I let my feet roam freely around the old town of Split, with no specific destination in mind. Wandering aimlessly from sunlit squares to cobbled stoned alleys, ancient arches and roman columns, I relished the quiet thrill of unexpected discoveries. Split, Croatia, is renowned for its rich 1,700-year history and the …
Bukit Jugra is a popular hiking destination in Kuala Langat, Selangor due to its beginner friendly to moderate trails of 1 to 3 hours duration historic sites - Lighthouse, viewpoints, abandoned barracks decent workout, elevation, and clear, well-maintained trails multiple starting points - Masjid Al-Muttaqin, Bukit Jugra Recreation Park, Bukit Jugra Lighthouse Opting for the …
Game of Thrones filming locations such as Fort Lovrijenac (Red Keep), Jesuit Stairs (Walk of Shame), and Pile Gate (entrance to King’s Landing) are scattered throughout the Old Town. Though the old town was CGI-transformed into King's Landing and the Red Keep, Dubrovnik's distinctive features are still recognizable. Dubrovnik was chosen as the setting of King’s Landing (southern capital of Westeros) …
Part of the Dinaric Alps mountain range, Mount Srd rises sharply above the Old Town offering spectacular views of the walled city, out across the Adriatic and Dalmatia coastline. From the summit of this 412m craggy mountain, the Old Town looks postcard-perfect — a mosaic of orange roofs set against the shimmering Adriatic. On clear …
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After a 5-hour bus journey from Podgorica, I got into Dubrovnik just after noon. My decision to stay close to the old town, though more costly, was justified. Over the next 3 days, I was able to fully explore the old town's rich history, churches, monasteries and cobbled streets numerous times and at different hours …
Rising above the sparkling Adriatic sea, the Dubrovnik City Walls are a stone fortress turned spectacular viewpoint—an unbroken loop of towers, battlements, and centuries-old tales. Systematically Built and Strengthened As defense against land and sea attacks, the Republic of Ragusa fortified the old town with centuries-old walls built between the 13th and 17th centuries. Perched …
Following the discovery of coal in the 1890s, the sleepy settlement of Karai was transformed into a coal mining hub. Recognising its economic importance, the British facilitated the town's rapid development through infrastructure improvements. When the pontoon bridge used to transport coal across the Perak River was washed away by a huge flood in 1897, …
It was my very first visit to Taiping and I naturally wanted to see everything, in one day.Taiping's has '33 historical firsts' of which I only managed to see a fraction of. Some of the more notable first-of-their kind-in-Malaysian-history sites include the Taiping Lake Gardens, Perak Museum, Taiping Prison, Taiping Railway, Taiping Post-Office, Taiping Clocktower, …
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