Basic travel information Cycling is a great way to explore Vietnam’s idyllic countryside and way of life. By bike you can experience the culture and nature of Vietnam up close. Highlights of the trip include idyllic small villages, lush countryside and historical sites along our route. Cycling in the stunning mountains and valleys of Vietnam…
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Southeast Asia Tour: Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam
Basic travel information A tour of Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam offers the best attractions of three interesting Southeast Asian countries. During the trip, we will explore traditional Khmer culture and one of the world’s most glorious civilizations in the Angkor region and Tonle Sap Lake in Cambodia, visit temples in the peaceful and idyllic World…
Chinese Music
Chinese music [ç-]. The earliest evidence are clay rattles and bells from the 5th millennium BC. Chr. About musical inventions from mythical, pre-dynastic period report Confucius (* 551, † 479) and Lü Buwei (Lu Pu-wei, 3rd century BC Chr.). From the Shang dynasty (around 16th century to 1050 BC) oracle inscriptions on turtle shells and…
Galapagos Islands – an Animal Paradise
The Galapagos Islands, off the Ecuadorian coast in the Pacific, are the habitat for a unique fauna. Many indigenous (endemic) species developed far from the mainland, especially among the reptiles and birds. The most famous representatives are the kite-like land iguanas and marine iguanas as well as the giant turtles and Galapagos penguins. Reptiles (reptiles)…
Northwest Passage
While Spain and Portugal explored and controlled the sea routes across the southern hemisphere in the 16th century, the English in particular made repeated attempts to find a way to Asia on the north-western route through the polar region until the 19th century. The following article presents the travels of the British and Americans who,…
Northern Ireland Conflict
They vigorously defended themselves against the discrimination through which the Catholics were curtailed in their political participation. In 1967 the Northern Ireland Civil Rights Association (NICRA) came into being, which campaigned for fundamental reforms and the implementation of social equality with mass demonstrations and civil disobedience. The government responded with repressive measures. In view of…
Northern Ireland Conflict History
The history of the Northern Ireland conflict goes back to the Middle Ages. By 1200 the Anglo-Normans had conquered much of the Irish island. In doing so, they benefited from the quarrels of the Irish clans and the lack of central Irish power. However, until the 16th century, English rule was limited to the Irish…
Irish Poetry
Unlike many other countries, poetry in Ireland has had a strong presence in public life for centuries. From the royal houses in the early Middle Ages to the 21st century, the role of the poet has been very important in Irish society. Similar to theater, but also narrative literature, poetry lives in dialogue with the…
Europe Overview
Europe, with around 10 million km 2 and around 742 million residents according to COUNTRYAAH.COM, is the second smallest continent (after Australia), which forms a contiguous land mass with Asia (Eurasia); In terms of cultural geography, however, Europe is a separate continent. The dividing line is formed by the Ural Mountains, Ural River, Caspian Sea…
Asia Hydrography
The great mountainous belt that crosses the continent is at the basis not only of the main structural and morphological divisions but also consequently of hydrography. It clearly divides the main basins of the continent, tributaries of the Pacific Ocean (23% of the total area), the Indian Ocean (18%) and the Arctic Ocean (27%). In…
North America History
According to COUNTRYAAH.COM, the colonization of North America by the Indians did not begin until the end of the last Ice Age (Wisconsin Ice Age) about 12,000 years ago. Groups of hunters and gatherers moved from Northeast Asia over the then existing Beringland Bridge to Alaska, from there further south through an ice-free corridor between…
Africa Climate
Due to the spherical shape of the earth, the different latitude zones of the earth experience different levels of energy input from the sun. With the decreasing solar angle from the equator to the poles, the energy supply decreases more and more. The intense solar radiation in the tropics and subtropics leads to an energy…
Travel to Central Asia
Experiences for life – outside the law of the country! Since the dawn of time, Central Asia has been shrouded in mystery, and just as long, the region has been inhabited by many different peoples. This is partly due to the two rivers Syr Darya to the north and Amu Darya to the south, which…
Famous Doctors and Natural Scientists in U.K. Part IV
Isaac Newton (1643-1727) physicist, mathematician, astronomer, alchemist, philosopher. Newton was born in 1643 in Woolsthorpeby-Colsterworth, the son of a farmer, and studied at Cambridge. Newton wrote one of the most important mathematical writings, the “Philosophiae Naturalis Principia Mathematica”, in which he presented the law of gravitation and the laws of motion. His research is still…
Famous Doctors and Natural Scientists in U.K. Part III
John Kerr (1824-1907) physicist. John Kerr was born in Ardrossan in 1824 and studied in Glasgow, where he later taught mathematics. In his research into magnetic fields and electromagnetic voltages, he discovered the so-called electro-optical Kerr effect in 1875, from which the Kerr cell emerged to convert voltage fluctuations. Two years later, the magneto-optical Kerr…
Famous Doctors and Natural Scientists in U.K. Part II
John Dee (1527-1608) mathematician, astronomer, geographer and mystic. Dee was born in London in 1527 and studied at Cambridge. He proved to be not only a navigation expert and precise scientist who coined terms such as “British Empire”, but also an alchemist and advisor to Queen Elizabeth I. His field of research and activity was…
Famous Doctors and Natural Scientists in U.K. Part I
Thomas Andrews (1813-1885) physicist and chemist. Thomas Andrews was born in Belfast in 1813 and completed a long student career, including in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Paris. The later member of the London Royal Society (from 1849) practiced simultaneously as a doctor and taught as a chemistry professor in Belfast. His research and knowledge in the…
Weather and Climate in Nepal
When to travel to Nepal? Nepal is an absolutely incredible country that stretches across the mountain peaks of the Himalayan mountains. It is especially in northwestern Nepal, where some parts are in the high plateau, which is also characteristic of the country of Tibet, and these high peaks are typically referred to as the Tibetan…
Trekking in Nepal Part II
Dolpo region Trekking in the Dolpo region is a trek through a historic area. The place is said to have been created by Guru Rinpoche, who led Buddhism to Tibet, and is thought to be a refuge for Buddhists in times of war. Dolpo is therefore well hidden away behind high mountain passes like Dhaulagiri…
Trekking in Nepal Part I
In our opinion, Nepal is the best trekking country in the world. The difficulty of the routes varies widely and also the surroundings of two different treks are rarely comparable. Nepal is blessed with the Himalayas, which give us the opportunity to explore historical ridges. It is not uncommon for you to start planning your…
The Capital of Nepal: Kathmandu
The capital of Nepal is the city of Kathmandu, which is also the country’s largest city. Kathmandu has a population of 990,000 inhabitants, and if you also count the cities of Patan and Bhaktapur, there live about 2.5 million. The city is located at an altitude of more than 1,300 meters, in a small valley,…
Overnight on Trekking Trips in Nepal
Short description of overnight stays on the trekking trips in Nepal It is written about overnight stays in tea houses, in lodges, in tents and Homestays. Tea houses in Nepal Nepal’s Tea House Trek – Everest, Manaslu and Annapurna The tea houses (trekking lodges) are Nepal’s classic accommodation for trekking trips in the mountains. They…
The Traveler’s Himalayas and Nepal A to Z Part III
S for Sanskrit, Sarki, Sikkim, Forest, Trails, Shisha Pangma, Snow and Sherpa The Sherpas are probably Nepal’s most famous peoples. They live in the Everest and Langtang / Helambu area and count approx. 120,000 people. The Sherpas are of Tibetan origin who have probably immigrated to Nepal within the last 500 years. For the past 50…
The Traveler’s Himalayas and Nepal A to Z Part II
K for K2, Kailash, Karakorum, Khumbu, Kaster, Kanchenjunga, Khampaer and Kathmandu Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal and one of Asia’s most glorious cities. There live approx. 500,000 people in Kathmandu city and approx. 3 million in “Greater Kathmandu” in the Kathmandu Valley. If you want to immerse yourself in the fascinating Kathmandu valley, you…
The Traveler’s Himalayas and Nepal A to Z Part I
If you want to have a good holiday where you also experience a lot, Nepal is definitely an obvious choice. A holiday to Nepal offers beautiful nature, lots of culture and much more. A for Arun and Annapurna The first letter of the alphabet offers exciting places in the Himalayas, but most famous is without…
Mount Everest Base Camp Travel
Get a bite of Mount Everest and visit the famous Base Camp located in a beautiful setting. If the 8,489 meters up to the top of the world’s highest mountain seem less manageable, you can still get a bite of the impressive Mount Everest. At the foot of Everest, Mount Everest Base Camp is located…
Before Leaving for Nepal
Read about passports, visas, vaccinations and the practicalities Almost without exaggeration, one can state that the country of Nepal is in the DNA of Kipling Travel. We have been going on adventures in the best trekking style in Nepal since 1987. We have explored mountain ridges and mountain passes, crooked paths and pristine areas. Trekking…
Facts about Nepal
Facts, statistics and information about Nepal Nepal is without a doubt, the world’s best trekking country. Nepal, however, has much more to offer than formidable hiking trails. The land between the mountain peaks of the Himalayas offers exciting and magnificent culture and nature. In addition, Nepal has a rich and interesting wildlife. Whether you take…
The Mountains of Nepal
The list of mountains in Nepal is an infinite list of infinitely many mountains and stretches. Nepal is a country you can never quite finish experiencing, as there are always new roads and new routes that you have not discovered before. Eight of the ten highest mountains in the world are located in Nepal. This…
Places to Visit in Myanmar
You must experience it in Myanmar (also called Burma) Shwedagon Pagoda The Shwedagon Pagoda is one of the wonders of East Myanmar, which has endured the country’s strife for 2,500 years. The temple serves as a gathering place for pilgrims, which is why the Shwedagon Pagoda is often a destination for Buddhists from all over…