The Buddhist Monuments at Sanchi, India
The Sanchi Stupas are a Buddhist complex on a hilltop at Sanchi Town in the State of Madhya Pradesh, India. It is located in 46 kilometers (29 mi) north-east of…
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India
India has 37 UNESCO World Heritage sites (29 Cultural sites, 7 Natural sites and 1 Mixed site,) which places India sixth in the number of sites in the world.
An India Tiger Safari: What to Expect
For an India tiger safari, visit Madhya Pradesh in the heart of India. Heavily forested, this central India state offers relatively clean air, wonderful cuisine based on locally grown produce, and close-up opportunities to meet local people and appreciate their crafts and daily routines. With luck–and some good guides–you’ll enjoy a tiger sighting, too. But that’s just a piece of the Madhya Pradesh story.
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is the full name of the country that we usually just shorten to England. Of course, Great Britain includes England, Scotland,…
Two Interviews and Some Elephants: More on Malawi
Two interviews with participants in the Biosphere Expeditions wildlife research program in Malawi. Primatologist Amanda Harwood and veteran citizen scientist Bob Hussey. And, for your amusement, some elephants
A Malawi Diary, 12 Days with Biosphere Expeditions
Almost two weeks in the Malawi bush doing wildlife conservation work with Biosphere Expeditions adds up to a lot of memories of a great and fulfilling trip.
Volunteering in Africa with Biosphere Expeditions
If you are interested in volunteering with animals in Africa, be sure you look into the Biosphere Expeditions program in Malawi.
The Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Other Images of Istanbul
There have been many times many times in our travels when I have been speechless. Looking up at this ceiling in the Blue Mosque of Istanbul is one of them….
Embracing Karpathos Island
From remote beaches to artisan shops in historic villages; from mountain nature hikes to windsurfing competitions; from fresh delicious food to intense family reunions: visitors enjoy a combination of history, culture, nature, scenic beauty and beaches on this island.
