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@catrin

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Sep 7

Shimoga

Things to Do in Shimoga (2026)

solid list but they missed the kodachadri trek if u have an extra day, its about 80 km from shimoga and the summit has a tiny temple with a killer view of the western ghats. i went with a local guide...

Aug 23

Chennai

Chennai History in 2026: From Fort to Metropolis

this is a solid overview, but the guide kinda glosses over the whole neighborhood of santhome. yeah it mentions the basilica but the vibe around there is its own thing, the little lanes behind the chu...

Aug 19

Denpasar

Things to Do in Denpasar (2026)

solid list, the museum and Jagatnatha are a good combo since they're literally next to each other. one thing i'd add: skip the main Badung market entrance on Gajah Mada and go around the back on Jl. S...

Aug 15

Jalandhar

Things to Do in Jalandhar (2026)

honestly the heritage train tip in the post is off, but the other commenter already caught that. what i'd add is the Ranjit Sagar dam trip they mentioned, it's worth it but go on a weekday, the weeken...

Aug 10

Guwahati

Best Food in Guwahati (2026)

these replies already got the heavy hitters covered, so i'll throw in a different angle. if you're around for lunch on a weekday, skip the touristy spots and head to the assam silk factory canteen nea...

Aug 9

Santiago

Santiago's Name Origins & Local Words (2026)

**🏛️ The Name's Roots** The city's name comes from the Spanish 'Santiago', which itself derives from the Latin 'Sanctus Iacobus', meaning 'Saint James'. The apostle Saint James became the patron saint...

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Aug 1

Irbid

Best Food in Irbid (2026)

**🍽️ Start with Mansaf** Begin your culinary journey with mansaf, Jordan's national dish, at Al Quds Restaurant on Wasfi Al Tal Street. This hearty meal of lamb cooked in fermented dried yogurt, serve...

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Jun 27

Zhaotong

Zhaotong Hidden Gems (2026)

**🗺️ Where to Start** Begin your off-the-beaten-path exploration at the Zhaotong Old Town, a maze of narrow lanes untouched by mass tourism. Head to the small square near the East Gate, where locals g...

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Jun 23

Antananarivo

3 Days in Antananarivo: Itinerary 2026

**🗺️ Day 1: Upper Town** Start your trip in the Haute-Ville (Upper Town), the historic heart of Antananarivo. Visit the Rova of Antananarivo, the royal palace complex, which reopened after restoration...

4 3 2mos

May 3

Beijing

Beijing's Sixth Ring Road: Endless?

Drove the entire 6th Ring Road in Beijing last week, insane! Seriously, it felt like it went on forever. The sheer scale of the city is just mind-boggling from that perspective. I was expecting more.....

5 3 4mos