2015

Kyiv – Scenic capital of the Ukraine

December 20, 2015

Kyiv is the scenic capital of the Ukraine stuffed with historic buildings, strong religious traditions, quiet leafy parks and wide boulevards crisscrossed by narrow cobblestone walkways. Kyiv’s main boulevard, Khreshchatyk Street, is lined with giant trees and grand Stalinist brick buildings. [MORE...]

Japanese Festivals (Photo Essay)

December 14, 2015

The Japanese sure know how to do great festivals. Here are photos from the 2015 festivals in the Tohoku Region on northern Honshu Island. Included are 1) the Kanto Matsuri festival in Akita, 2) the Nebuta Festival in Aomori, 3) the Neputa Festival in Hirosaki, 4) and the Tachineputa Matsuri festival in Goshogawara. Which one is the best? They are al totally incredible, though I did like the Kanto Matsuri in Akita most! [MORE...]

Terracotta Warriors of Qin Shi Huang Di

November 17, 2015

The terracotta warriors (Pit #1) outside Xi'an, Shaanxi Province, CHINA

The old walled city of Xi’an, China, is filled with historical buildings and a very authentic Muslim Quarter with bazaar and mosque. However, the most spectacular attraction is the Army of Terracotta Warriors [MORE...]

Monks in Colour (Photo Essay)

November 14, 2015

I somehow find it a very special experience to photograph monks. They just make sure great subjects, in particular when you have to wait a long time to get the confidence to ask them for a photo - or even better, if you have the guts to take a secret snap without prior permission. And, even if they then discover that you tried to "steal their soul", most are fine with it. Just be very careful in Russia - especially with the older nuns who will attack. [MORE...]

Winter Wonderland of Northern Japan

October 20, 2015

Tancho Cranes and Whooper (or Hooper) Swans annually migrate from upper Siberia in Russia to the relatively less harsh winters of eastern Hokkaido Island of northern Japan. Watch as these cranes do their love dances in the snow and feel free to join the swans in the thermal spring waters of the lake. When bird spotting in the deep freeze gets too tiring, soak in one of the many romantic outdoor natural thermal springs while your surroundings get covered in snow. End the day with Japanese cuisine around the fireplace, and sleep on your tatami mat after sipping on a cup of green tea. Sounds good? It is! Lets go JAPAN! [MORE...]

TRAVELLERS: Jean & Rudi Nägele from Germany

October 19, 2015

Globerovers Magazine is in conversation with super travellers Rudi and Jean Nägele of Germany. Rudi has visited all 193 UN countries plus the Vatican, Taiwan and Palestine, while Jean is still short of Cuba, and the elusive Libya. [MORE...]

Fabio Buonsanti reports from Central Asia

September 25, 2015

Fabio Buonsanti in Central Asia - Globerovers Magazine Interview

Oslo based Fabio Buonsanti, from Matera in the Basilicata region of southern Italy, talks about his recent trip through Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan. While at times he had a nerve wrecking time, our Italian friend survived the ordeal and in the process became a true travel idol of Globerovers Magazine. Watch this space as we follow this incredible man in his travels around the world! [MORE...]

BOOK REVIEW: “Squashed Possums” by Jonathan Tindale

September 23, 2015

Globerovers Magazine talks to Jon Tindale about his new book: Squashed Possums - Off the beaten track in New Zealand. Squashed Possums is available at Amazon.com and there’s more information at www.jontindale.com [MORE...]

Northern Pakistan’s Gilgit-Baltistan mountainous region

September 14, 2015

Minapin Glacier at Rakaposhi Base Camp, Hunza Vallay, PAKISTAN

At the northern tip of Pakistan, immediately south of Afghanistan’s Wakhan Corridor and the wild frontier of China’s Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, is the autonomous territory of Gilgit-Baltistan. It lies at the confluence of three of the world’s most impressive mountain ranges: the Himalayas, the Karakoram, and the Hindu Kush. Five of the “eight-thousanders” (peaks above 8,000 m) are located here with another 50+ peaks above 7,000 m. This remote area is also known for its glaciers, turquoise lakes, and friendly people. [MORE...]

3 Beloved Spices of IRAN (by Rana Zia Ebrahimi)

August 12, 2015

Rana Zia Ebrahimi from Kerman Province, southern Iran, talks about three beloved spices of Iran - Saffron, Cumin, and Sumac. Spices are part of everyday life in Iran and Iranian cooks almost never go food shopping without stocking up on some fresh spices. Variety is really the key as most of the authentic Persian dishes call for very different spices. [MORE...]

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