Just north of the Taj Mahal, on the opposite side of the Yamuna River, you'll find the lush charbagh complex known as Mehtab Bagh or Moonlight Garden. A charbagh is an Islamic quadrilateral(four corners) garden layout based on the four gardens of Paradise mentioned in the Quran. Measuring 300 by 300 meters, the garden is perfectly aligned with the Taj Mahal on the opposite bank. If it ...
Crystal Castle in Byron Bay: Everything you need to know
Are you looking for a guide to Crystal Castle in Byron Bay? Then you've come to the right place. As an avid crystal collector, the incredible Crystal Castle had been on my bucket list for years. So when it was finally time to head back to Byron Bay, it felt like a dream come true. And the Crystal Castle did not disappoint! Although located only 20 kilometers away from Byron, the estate ...
The Enchanted City of Bolnuevo: A lesser-known natural wonder in Spain
When I first posted the photo below of Ciudad Encantada de Bolnuevo on my Instagram a few years ago, it got a lot of attention and quite a few people reached out wanting to know where they could find this otherworldly landscape. So I thought you might be interested as well. Here's a guide to everything you should know before visiting Ciudad Encantada de Bolnuevo, or the "Enchanted City of ...
Sunrise over Pinggan Village in Bali: An experience you can’t miss!
Ask anyone who has been to Bali and they'll probably mention a sunrise hike to Mt. Batur as one of the most spectacular things to do on the island. And I have to agree. But what if you didn't have to trek an active volcano in the middle of the night to experience equally amazing views? Let me tell you about a secret place in Bali called Pinggan Village. Located in the Kintamani region ...
2 days in Milan Italy: The perfect 2-day Milan itinerary
This is how you should spend your 2 days in Milan Italy! Milan, Italy's second-largest city, is known as the fashion capital of Europe and as a hub for banking and finance. But beneath the shiny skyscrapers and Haute Couture showrooms, Milan is brimming with gorgeous historic sights and colorful attractions. The highlights of Milan can easily be explored in two days and with frequent ...
Gili Islands complete guide: Which island is the best?
Two hours off the coast of Bali lies three desert islets, called the Gili Islands. Boasting white sand beaches, palm trees, seashells and pristine turquoise waters; the Gilis are the epitome of a tropical paradise. 30 years ago the Gili Islands were somewhat of a backpacker secret, but over the last decade, they have skyrocketed in popularity. I guess the secret is ...
