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Singing Dunes of Altyn Emel - Kazakhstan Desert

Singing Dunes of Altyn Emel – Kazakhstan

In the Kazakh language, the place-name Zhetysu means “seven rivers.” The name is a bit of a misnomer however, as there are only five rivers that still flow through the arid region south of Lake Balkhash, their names being – Ayaguz, Lepsy,
Georgian Spices from my trip to Sighnagi

Concerning Georgian Cuisine

During my travels in Georgia, I had the joy of partaking in dishes of the Georgian people. Of course, it is well known that Georgian restaurants are very popular in Kiev, Odessa, Yerevan, and other cities of the former Soviet Union, however
Tower of Ștefan the Great alongside the "Nașterea Sf. Ioan Botezătorul" Church, in the Princely Court. Turnul lui Stefan cel Mare - Piatra Neamt

Tower of Ștefan Cel Mare – A Symbol of Piatra Neamț

In the center of Piatra Neamț can be found an ensemble that is without peer throughout Romanian Moldova. Presently constituting a park, the area houses the ruins of a medieval princely court (rom: Curtea Domnească) dating back to the 14th century. It
Entrance to the King's residence. Erebuni Fortress, Armenia

Erebuni Fortress – the Founding of Yerevan

Just outside of Yerevan lies an arid hill overlooking the Ararat plain, that is known as Arin Berd. The name in Armenian means “Fortress of the Blood.” It is home to the ruins of an 8th century BC city of the Urartian

4 Replies to “Singing Dunes of Altyn Emel – Kazakhstan”

  1. I absolutely agree with you that Kazakhstan is a wonderful country that can offer a lot to any tourist. Great adventure and nice article! Thanks for sharing.

    If you ever wish to come visit outher stans in Central Asia, let me know.

    1. Thank you for the feedback Alvina. I agree, Kazakhstan is otherworldly in its natural beauty and in the hospitality of its people. I will most certainly visit Central Asia again in the next year or two, perhaps Uzbekistan. I will be in touch.

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