History – The Curious Traveller

Just Enough Time To Experience Ancient Hue

Published on November 14, 2020 by Rachel Lishman4 Comments

The grey afternoon that hung heavily over Hue’s imperial city muted its colours but couldn’t dampen the immediate impact of its 300-year legacy.

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Resisting The Urge To Linger In Hoi An

Published on November 8, 2020 by Rachel Lishman5 Comments

Paper lanterns glowed orange and bounced about on the night air like fire flies on their singular summer outing.

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Remembering History In Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Published on October 18, 2020 by Rachel Lishman2 Comments

For most of us, hesitant acceptance of the atrocities that the Khmer Rouge regime inflicted on its people is the closest we’ll ever get to comprehension.

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The Enduring Mystery Of Angkor Wat, Cambodia

Published on October 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman2 Comments

The thrum of mopeds darting down back streets was the lullaby of Siem Reap.

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Day 23 to 25: A Summary Of London’s Green Chain Walk

Published on April 9, 2020May 9, 2020 by Rachel Lishman2 Comments

London is a fascinating city for infinite reasons. Just one of which is that it holds enough green space to be considered for National Park status.

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Day 18 to 22: Exploring Queen’s House Greenwich, London

Published on April 9, 2020May 9, 2020 by Rachel LishmanLeave a comment

For whatever reason (most likely because a trip oversees took place and inspired a flurry of posts) this visit to Greenwich was left unpublished.

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Day 8: Memories Of Spring 2019 In Crystal Palace Park, London

Published on March 25, 2020May 9, 2020 by Rachel LishmanLeave a comment

Glorious sunshine filled the flat today and I spent a lunch break out on the balcony staring towards the peak of Crystal Palace park on the horizon.

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My Top Six Sicilian Experiences

Published on March 4, 2020May 10, 2020 by Rachel LishmanLeave a comment

From fiery peaks and turquoise seas, to ancient architecture and Michelin star meals, Sicily really does have it all.

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The Old And The New In Sicily’s Cefalù

Published on March 1, 2020May 10, 2020 by Rachel LishmanLeave a comment

For all that Sicily can track its heritage effortlessly back over Millennia, it looks forward when it comes to tourism.

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Italy With A Twist In Palermo, Sicily

Published on February 9, 2020May 10, 2020 by Rachel Lishman3 Comments

Palermo, a city on the northern coast of Sicily, has long been home for people from all corners of the Mediterranean. In 2019 it continues to be defined by its cultural diversity, both contemporary and historical.

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The grey afternoon that hung heavily over Hue’s imperial city muted its colours but couldn’t dampen the immediate impact of its 300-year legacy.

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Paper lanterns glowed orange and bounced about on the night air like fire flies on their singular summer outing.

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For most of us, hesitant acceptance of the atrocities that the Khmer Rouge regime inflicted on its people is the closest we’ll ever get to comprehension.

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The thrum of mopeds darting down back streets was the lullaby of Siem Reap.

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London is a fascinating city for infinite reasons. Just one of which is that it holds enough green space to be considered for National Park status.

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For whatever reason (most likely because a trip oversees took place and inspired a flurry of posts) this visit to Greenwich was left unpublished.

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Glorious sunshine filled the flat today and I spent a lunch break out on the balcony staring towards the peak of Crystal Palace park on the horizon.

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From fiery peaks and turquoise seas, to ancient architecture and Michelin star meals, Sicily really does have it all.

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For all that Sicily can track its heritage effortlessly back over Millennia, it looks forward when it comes to tourism.

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Palermo, a city on the northern coast of Sicily, has long been home for people from all corners of the Mediterranean. In 2019 it continues to be defined by its cultural diversity, both contemporary and historical.

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