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Hike through famous trails, hidden paths and explore caves that lies on the peaks of the planet – our mountains.

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Top 10 Things to Do in Tsaghkadzor: Adventure Sports, Ancient Monasteries and Beautiful Valleys

written by Dheepratim Das Situated in Mount Teghenis, Tsaghkadzor, meaning ”The Valley of Flowers,” is a resort town in Kotayk Province in Armenia that is a blend of beautiful scenery and rich culture. The town is famous for its exceptional ski slopes, excellent spas, and great nature, so Tsaghkadzor has become a sought-after tourist destination for travellers from around the world throughout the year. But … Continue reading Top 10 Things to Do in Tsaghkadzor: Adventure Sports, Ancient Monasteries and Beautiful Valleys

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Things To Do in Tianmen Mountain: Where the Heaven’s Gate Exists

written by Dheepratim Das Dubbed as one of the most beautiful mountains in the world, Tianmen Mountain is a natural spectacle that truly makes you question if it’s a portal to another world. This towering peak is renowned for its art-like landscapes, thrilling attractions, and the legendary Heaven’s Gate, a massive natural arch that looks like the said portal. If you’re an adventure seeker, a … Continue reading Things To Do in Tianmen Mountain: Where the Heaven’s Gate Exists

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Ameena Navab, AWO journalist, stands before a shrine at Yakuo In temple in Mount Takao during autumn Photo credit: AWO staff
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Mount Takao – A Mystical Mountain of The Yokai, Tengu and Red Maple Leaves

Japan is known for its fair share of mythology involving supernatural beasts and deities known as Yokai and while most of these creatures are seen on the pages of books and paintings, a certain mountain exists where a shrine is dedicated to one of these very Yokai – Mount Takao. Amidst the flurry of red maple leaves in Autumn and pink cherry blossoms in Spring, … Continue reading Mount Takao – A Mystical Mountain of The Yokai, Tengu and Red Maple Leaves

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Nagarkot Hiking Guide: View of The Himalayas

Pine trees, the fresh scent of Eucalyptus, calm soothing winds, fallen pine cones and a bunch of scattered leaves on brown mud is the first thing one notices about Nagarkot mountain. But all that doesn’t compare to the spectacular views of the famous snow capped mountains in the world. No trip to Nepal is complete without a glimpse of the earth towering Himalayas standing high … Continue reading Nagarkot Hiking Guide: View of The Himalayas

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Al Rafisah Dam – Boating, Hiking, and an Archaeological Site

A blue lake that sits cozily between the tall stretch of dark brown Khorfakkan mountains, Al Rafisah Dam is one of the must-visit places in UAE that satisfies your nature cravings. This dam, a man-made Khorfakkan lake, was built in the 1980s and gathers water from wadis around the area. It only opened up to the public lately with a number of new and really … Continue reading Al Rafisah Dam – Boating, Hiking, and an Archaeological Site

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A Guide to Wadi Abadilah Hiking Trail

A nature hike that took the attention of hikers and nature lovers in the country and had them storming in on the cooler days of UAE, Wadi Abadilah is a hiking trail that came to the attention of the public just recently. And for good reason. Abadilah is a great place for beginner hikers or nature lovers to take a quick 2-hour hike through the … Continue reading A Guide to Wadi Abadilah Hiking Trail

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The Ultimate UAE Road Trip Guide: Fujairah & Masafi

Golden sand dunes that stretch beyond the horizon. Herds of camels. Bedouins. Local food. And not to mention the glorious mountains that stretch as far as the eye could see.  Until you have experienced this, you haven’t seen the best of UAE. Adventure lovers, outdoor explorers, and campers pack your rucksack and get ready to see and experience the wild side of UAE in a … Continue reading The Ultimate UAE Road Trip Guide: Fujairah & Masafi

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