The Bock Casemates in Luxembourg City feature several escape routes, primarily within their extensive tunnel system. Winding and narrow, some passages looked like “fox holes” – tight, secret paths once used to slip away unseen. In times of war, soldiers and civilians used these hidden exits to flee danger or move between sections of the fortress without being caught or hit by bombs. 

History meets beauty in the medieval town Vianden at the countryside in Luxembourg. Here I observed the Vianden Castle stood high and strong above the green trees, holding stories from long ago. A wonderful place to feel the past come alive. Vianden Castle is like stepping into a storybook - ancient walls, secret tales, and views that take your breath away.

The moment I crossed the threshold of the Bock Casemates in Luxembourg City on the 7th August 2025, tthe light faded and the air changed. Cool and damp, it carried whispers of centuries past. These tunnels, carved deep into the rock, once sheltered soldiers, stored ammunition, and echoed with the tension of war. Now, they cradle silence - broken only by the distant drip of water and the shuffle of my curious footsteps. 

Albania’s history is deeply dramatic, and its ancient wonders reflect centuries of conflict, conquest, resistance, and survival. This small Balkan nation has stood at the crossroads of empires for thousands of years. Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Ottomans - all left their mark. 

Me and my friends started our adventure from Fitzroy Island, just off the coast of Cairns in northern Australia. It’s a lush, tropical island surrounded by crystal clear water and vibrant coral. The perfect gateway to one of the world’s greatest natural wonders - the Great Barrier Reef.

Eighty-one years ago, on 6th June 1944, thousands of Allied troops stormed the beaches of Normandy in France. It was the largest amphibious invasion in history, and it changed the course of World War II. This military operation was the beginning of the end of Nazi occupation in Western Europe. The D-Day still matters today. 

Reached the top of Trebević Mountain in Sarajevo in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Stood beside the faded Olympic rings thinking of the past. I was hit by a strong contrast - nature’s beauty wrapped around the scars of war that erupted afterwards. 

Amid the heart of Istanbul, the Blue Mosque - Sultan Ahmed Mosque -stands timeless. This feels like something out of a fairytale graceful, grand, and timeless. Every curve and minaret tell a story, echoing the beauty and soul of old Istanbul.

I wandered through the heart of Ohrid, passing one historic church after another - each with its own quiet story - until I finally reached a breathtaking sight: Church of St. John at Kaneo - a small, majestic church perched high on a cliff, gazing out over the still waters of Lake Ohrid.

Took my steps into the spiritual world of Penang in Malaysia in 1987. Penang is famous for its beautiful beaches, but for they who want to dive in to the spiritual world, you have come to the right place. To find peace in your soul and enrich your life, temples there are something you shouldn't miss. Especially one: Wat Buppharam!

About 90 km northwest of the bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City, nestled in the heart of Tay Ninh, stands one of Vietnam’s most captivated spiritual landmarks - the Cao Dai Temple. There I observed hundreds of worshipers conducted strange rituals – without having a clue of what was going on. 

The underground battlefield in the Vietnam War. This war began in the 1950s and escalated highly in 1965 until its withdrawal in 1973. The Viet Cong guerrilla force used tunnels which were extremely difficult to find - located in the Cu Chi district northwest of Ho Chi Minh City. They were well-hidden with camouflaged entrances that merged seamlessly into the jungle floor. 

In a groundbreaking discovery near Petra’s amazing monument Khazneh, also known as Treasury, archaeologists unearthed in October previous year (2024) a hidden a tomb containing 12 human skeletons and ancient artifacts, believed to be over 2,000 years old. 

Perched on Mitropoliei Hill in central Bucharest, the Patriarchal Cathedral (Metropolitan Church) is a key Orthodox landmark and a piece of Romanian history. Consecrated in 1658, it’s inspired by the Curtea de Argeș Monastery and dedicated to Saints Constantine and Helen. 

Visiting the majestic Victoria Falls, one of Africa’s most breathtaking natural wonders, is an experience that stays with me forever. Located on the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe, this awe-inspiring marvel awakened all my senses.