The Atlas Mountains – Tichka Pass from Marrakech to Ouarzazate

Atlas Mountains Tichka Pass

The Atlas Mountains – Tichka Pass from Marrakech to Ouarzazate Tichka pass, the road from Marrakech to Ouarzazate through the Atlas Mountains in Morocco is one of the most breathtaking and scenic road journeys of the whole world. A visit to Ouarzazate will take you to the real Morocco where you will experience Berber hospitality and desert oases. Safety in the […]

Emei Shan Hike – Sichuan’s Sacred Mountain of Chinese Buddhism

Highlights of China

From Leshan Buddha, we then travelled by coach for almost 2 hours by road to the West for our Emei Shan hiking to the Golden Summit. Emei Shan is one of four sacred mountains of China. With over 30 temples and monasteries, Emei Shan is a heaven for temple seekers and nature lovers alike. Mount Emei (Emei […]

Biggest Buddha in the World: Leshan Buddha, Sichuan, China

Leshan Buddha

During our month in China following a journey on the Trans-Siberian express, I headed to Sichuan Province to explore the cultural delights of Chinese Buddhism. Sichuan province is famous for its Spicy food, giant Panda Reserve and sacred Mountain of Buddhism – Mt. Emei. It’s also home to the biggest Buddha in the world – Leshan Buddha. Staying […]