I have mixed reactions for China – I loved it as much as I hated it! But I think, I loved it more than I hated it.
Destinations
A lawyer turned writer and traveler takes your on an exciting journey from one place to another bringing you interesting stories and experiences – from the mysterious nation of North Korea or the grasslands of Mongolia or the savannas of Africa, she has seen it all.
The White Pearl of Gobi
Why are the gers always white? Why not yellow or blue – that would look spectacular against the eternal blue skies of Mongolia?
Keekorok Airstrip, Masai Mara
Of all the tiny airports I have landed in in various parts of the world, I still remember Keekorok with much fondness – for various reasons.
Nazar Boncuğu | Turkey’s protector from evil
In Turkey, “nazar” (evil eye) is a very common sight. You find them as beads, key chains, trinkets, door mats or just “nazar” hanging by a decorative thread just about anywhere.
There are no roads in Mongolia…
There are no roads in Mongolia…but there are wide open blue skies, running horses, long haired sheep, sturdy cows, stocky women, aruul, men on horses, deserts, sands, grasslands…
Aaruul, airag and vodka | Understanding Mongolian food
Airag might be the first word you hear in Mongolia (and with good reason too), but it is more than just Horse Juice. Airag is a tradition.