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Fresh Bread

Fresh Uzbeki 'Odi Non' bread, at the local markets, Fergana, Uzbekistan.

Margilan Minaret

Ancient mosque, in the 'Silk Road' town, Margilon, Uzbekistan.

Apartment Art

Classic 'Soviet-era' apartment block, Osh, Kyrgyzstan.

Arslanbob Views

View of the stunning 'Khrebet Babash-Ata Mountains', from the small mountain village, Arslanbob, Kyrgyzstan.

Cholpon Ata

A brief respite for the weary traveller, on the tranquil shores of 'Lake Issyk Kul', where Kazakh and Russian holiday makers, flock to frolic in the waters of the lake, Cholpon Ata, Kyrgyzstan.

Russian Orthodox

The unique and intricate detail, of the all wooden 'Russian Holy Trinity Orthodox Church', Karakol, Kyrgyzstan.

Village Rose

On the streets of the small, dusty, rural village, Tamga, Kyrgyzstan.

Last of the Eagle Hunters

A young male eagle, belonging to one of the handful of Kyrgyz who practice 'Burkutchu' or 'Eagle Hunting', Bokonbaevo, Kyrgyzstan.

Changing of the Guard

At the central 'Ala-Too Square', you can see the ritual of the 'changing of the guard', in the capital, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.

City of Walls

The ancient 'Silk Road' town of Khiva is completely enclosed within these spectacular 'Mughul Walls', Khiva, Uzbekistan.

Sunset Departure

Late afternoon on the platform, at the Urgench Railway Station, Urgench, Uzbekistan.

Kolan 'Great' Mosque Dome

The Kolan 'Great' Mosque holds 12 000 worshiper's, and is so grand, that in 1219 Genghis Khan thought it was the 'Palace of the Emir', Bukhara, Uzbekistan.

Uzbek Pottery

Traditional pottery for sale, on the streets outside the Kolan 'Great' Mosque, Bukhara, Uzbekistan.

Bibi-Khanum Mosque

The sublime colours of the famous 'Bibi-Khanum Mosque', Samarkand, Uzbekistan.

Jongno

On the busy streets, Jongno, Seoul, South Korea.



Other photos from my travels;

Uzbekistan (O'zbekiston) photos - (PhotoStream)
Kyrgyzstan (Кыргызстан) photos - (PhotoStream)
Korean (대한민국) photos - (PhotoStream)





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Traveling to Japan/South Korea... arriving in Osaka (Kansai), (Japan) via Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), then traveling to/through; Osaka, Kyoto, (Kansai), Hiroshima (Chugoku), Fukuoka, Karatsu, Nagasaki, Shimabarra, Beppu, Fukuoka, (Kyushu), (Japan), Busan, Daegu, Seoul (South Korea), and back home via Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia).



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Dotombori-dōri

The alleys and laneways of Dotombori are some of the liveliest in Osaka, very reminiscent of those in the movie 'Bladerunner', and which come alive after night-fall, a must for any visitor to experience! Osaka, Kansai, Japan.

Fushimi-Inari Taisha

The famous 'Red Torii' path-way, to the Fushimi-Inari Taisha shrine, Kyoto, Kansai, Japan.

Golden Temple

The famous Golden Pavilion of Kinkaku-ji, Kyoto, Kansai, Japan.

Pull Rickshaws

Beautiful 'Old style', large-wheeled, Japanese pull-rickshaws, that take tourists around the town, Arashiyama, Kansai, Japan.

A-Bomb Dome

The chilling memorial, of the destructive power of war on the local people, Hiroshima, Chugoku, Japan.

Yatai Stall

One of the hundreds of popular Yatai stalls, that come out each evening and sell a variety of foods, Fukuoka, Kyushu, Japan.

Porcelain Bridge

An exquisite porcelain tile clad bridge, in the artisan village, Okaewichi-yama, Kyushu, Japan.

Limited Express

The ubiquitous Japanese train shot, in fact it's the 'Limited Express', my 'weapon of choice' when it comes to transport, Nagasaki, Kyushu, Japan.

Kannawa Hells

'Hells or Jigoku' (ie. steaming hot volcanic waters), used for the city's 'Onsen', surging through the streets, Beppu, Kyushu, Japan.






Yamato-Zep Drummers

The exciting Yamato-Zep 'Taiko' drumming troupe, during one of their traditional lively performances, Fukuoka, Kyushu, Japan.

It's Show-time!

Mask at the annual 'International Mask Festival', Andong, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea.

Postman Delivers

Postbox at the annual 'International Mask Festival', Andong, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea.

Jangseung

Traditional Korean 'Jangseung', carved wooden totems, at the annual 'International Mask Festival', Andong, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea.

Woori Nara Gogigui

While this may not be 'Gangnam-style', Korean Gogigui (BBQ meats cooked at your table), is one of my all time favourites, usually served with lettuce, Kimchi and an assortment of sauces, washed down with cold Soju, good enough to put a smile on anyone's face! Jongno, Seoul, South Korea.

Jongno Tower

One of the iconic buildings, on the city skyline, Jongno, Seoul, South Korea.





Other travels to Japan/Korea include;

South Korea 2007 - Kimchi tour around the unique island.
Tokyo 2004 - Exploring the urban megalopolis that is Tokyo.



Other Japanese/South Korean photos from my travels;

Japanese (日本) photos - (PhotoStream)
South Korean (대한민국) photos - (PhotoStream)





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Patriarchal Cathedral

The medieval 'Patriarchal Cathedral', in the 'Fortress of Tsarevets', in the 'Village of Kings', Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria.

Bucharest Evening

Late evening, in downtown Bucharest, Romania.

Brasov Square

The lively square, in tourist friendly Brasov, Transylvania, Romania.

Dracula's Castle

The alleged castle of infamous 'Vlad the Impaler' aka 'Count Dracula', Bran, Transylvania, Romania.

Citadel Clock Tower

Clock tower, in the medieval Transylvanian town, Sighisoara, Transylvania, Romania.

Transfăgărășan

Upper section of the famous and spectacular winding, Transfăgărășan, Transylvania, Romania.

Bâlea Lake

Two nuns walking around snow-covered 'Bâlea Lake', at the top of the spectacular Transfăgărășan, Bâlea Lake, Transylvania, Romania.

Saxon Cemetery

Medieval 13th century Saxon cemetery, attached to the oldest UNESCO listed fortified church, in the region, Viscri, Transylvania, Romania.

Saxon Streets

Traditional Transylvanian Saxon houses, on the streets of UNESCO listed Biertan, Transylvania, Romania.

A Road Less Travelled

Transporting a load of timber, by traditional horse and cart, on the back-roads between Viscri and Dacia, Transylvania, Romania.

Life in the Shadows

A marginalised gypsy family, in the small isolated Saxon village, Malancrav, Transylvania, Romania.

Sibiu Solstice

Locals share their atmospheric old town, with a winter make-over, ready for the production of a movie, Sibiu, Transylvania, Romania.

The Danube

Cruising down the Danube, past the impressive Hungarian Parliament building, in beautiful Budapest, Hungary.

Esztergom Streets

This small historical border town, is particularly significant for Catholics, with it's huge Bazilika, Esztergom, Hungary.

"Valley of Maidens"

In the famed wine growing region and spa town, you'll find the 'Valley of Maidens', where you can sample and buy a variety of local wines, Eger, Hungary.

Spooky Clock Tower

A spooky, gothic clock tower, from my hotel balcony, Prague, Czech Republic.

Pražský Hrad

The massive bohemian 'Pražský Hrad Castle', on a gloomy night, Prague, Czech Republic.

Taking the Piss

Controversial sculptor David Černý's 'Proudy', two men pissing into a pool the shape of the Czech Republic, outside the Kafka Museum, Prague, Czech Republic.






Above the Clouds

Flying over Albania's 'Mountainous Zone', on the approach to Tirana's 'Mother Teresa' International Airport, Albania.







Rruga Murat Toptani

The enchanting 'Rruga Murat Toptani', lit up during the evening, in downtown Tirana, Albania.







Kruja Views

Nestled into the hills an hour north of Tirana, is the spectacular village of Kruja, where you'll find a historical castle, interesting bazaar and awesome views, Kruja, Albania.

St Nedelya Church

St Nedelya's is a medieval Orthodox church, dating back to the 10th century, and a landmark in the city centre Sofia, Bulgaria.

Nebet Tepe Views

Evening view over the Thracian 'Ruins of Eumolpias', from 'Nebet Tepe' (aka Prayer Hill), Plovdiv, Bulgaria.

Blue Mosque

The famous 15th century, 'Sultan Ahmed Mosque' (aka Blue Mosque), Istanbul, Turkey.



Other Eastern European photos from my travels;

Bulgarian (българия) photos - (PhotoStream)
Romanian (România) photos - (PhotoStream)
Hungarian (Magyarország) photos - (PhotoStream)
Czech Republic (Česká republika) photos - (PhotoStream)
Albanian (shqiperia) photos - (PhotoStream)
Turkish (türkiye) photos - (PhotoStream)




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