18 AUGUST 2013 – Moscow, Russia
Hanging out sans Jenia (sad face) in Moscow, Russia with friends at Strelka.
Hanging out sans Jenia (sad face) in Moscow, Russia with friends at Strelka.
Our final stop in Laos is the birthplace of current regime, Pathet Lao. The communism adherents sought refuge in the Vieng Xay during the 9 years of bombing from the US. Its a fascinating place, full of history and beautiful scenery. The same cannot be said for our guesthouse, but at least the view was…
A short stop at the very holy Alaverdi Monastery, dating back to the 6th century. Rahter beautiful and peaceful, the monastery also features a wine cellar — common for religious buildings all across Georgia. The country is known to have invented wine making after all.
The city of Wuhan in Hubei Province of China is so big! We are taking a ferry from one part – Wuchang, to another – Hankou. Bonus: it’s on the Yangtze River!
Walking around Guilin — enjoying the street food, but not the prices for tourist attractions!
Jenia’s hometown of Petrozavodsk has a gorgeous embankment. Here we are taking a walk among all the marriage ceremonies. The short Karelian summer of mid June to mid August is the most popular time to get married (for obvious reasons).
Introducing the most amazing view cafe near Süleymaniye Mosque – it’s called Aga Kapisi, with exact address on nazir izzet efendi sok 11. Spectacular views overlooking the Golden Horn and Galata Bridge from the three terraces, and no other tourists in sight! Interesting drink selection too.