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Nizwa—The Ancient Capital Of Oman
Falaj Irrigation SystemIn 2006, Oman’s Falaj irrigation system was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Sultan Qaboos…
Exploring Turkey: From Izmir to Göreme
DAY 1 Flew from Istanbul Airport to Izmir Airport, then rented a car to head to Selçuk and…
The overlooked country of Bahrain in the Middle East
Bahrain Bahrain, a small but wealthy island nation in the Middle East, is officially known as the Kingdom…
Eight-day Self-driving Tour in Qatar
Qatar is a tiny speck on the map, but due to its rapid rise and sudden wealth, it…
A Nation Amidst Flames—Lebanon
About LebanonLebanon, a small Western Asian country close to Europe, differs significantly from other West Asian nations known…
To seek out that ancient and beautiful name—Jerusalem.
Tel Aviv is a vibrant city. It’s not a new city, but it’s brimming with fresh energy. Vitality…
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Sharjah—The Pearl of Arab Culture
If Dubai is the dazzling diamond of the Arab world, then Sharjah is a quietly refined cultural pearl.…
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Backpacking in Muscat
Oman is a country full of love everywhere you go. The locals don't mind being in your shots;…
Searching for the traces of major civilizations around the world in Turkey
Turkey's history spans the Classical period, Ancient Greek period, Roman period, Byzantine period, Seljuk period, and Ottoman period.…
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Dubai—The Golden City
The Dubai Gold Souk, as the name suggests, is a market primarily dedicated to selling gold, with shops…