The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj, India
For the last three weeks I have been here in Prayagraj, India photographing the Maha Kumbh Mela. The Kumbh Mela…
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Gaumukh Tapovan Trek: To the Source of the Holy River Ganges
Not many rivers are gods. Not many gods are rivers. But the Ganges, or more properly the Ganga is, in Hinduism, exactly…
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Petra, Jordan: The Rose Red City
I had arrived in Petra, Jordan, a captivating destination where ancient architecture and mesmerizing landscapes combine to create a truly…
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A Pilgrim’s Path to Petra: My Unforgettable 80km Trek on the Jordan Trail
The first glimpse of Al-Deir, the Monastery of Petra, is a moment seared into my memory. It wasn’t the explosive…
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Discovering Madaba: The Hidden Gem of the Middle East
Nestled in the heart of the Middle East, Madaba is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. With its rich…
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The Tar Bah’l of Allendale Town on New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Eve in Allendale Town high on the Pennine Hills in Northern England and there was some strange goings…
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Blackwell – The Arts and Crafts House by Mackay Hugh Ballie Scott
On a wet August Bank Holiday Sunday in the English Lake District (I know it’s hard to believe) we took…
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Walk The Samaria Gorge, Crete
I’m not usually one for an organized tourist bus trip kind of day out but I’d heard the Samariá Gorge…
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Exploring The Memorial to The Murdered Jews of Europe in Berlin
In the heart of Berlin, a haunting and evocative memorial stands as a poignant reminder of one of the darkest…
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How to Visit the Reichstag Building in Berlin: A Guide
Berlin is a city I could visit again and again. I love its gritty, artistic vibe and its fascinating, often…
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Tenerife Landscapes & Seascapes: Whilst dreaming of Humboldt and Darwin
Lots of people will probably think of Tenerife as the home of cheap (ish) holidays in the sun for Northern…
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Wildflower Wanders in the Eden Valley
We live in a lovely valley in Cumbria, called the Eden Valley. It is perhaps less well known than its…
