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Discovering Nature’s Hidden Gems in Singapore:

A Harmonious Metropolis eyesonindonesia The Wild Heart of Singapore: Bukit Timah Nature Reserve Amsterdam, October 16th, 2024 – Nestled in the heart of Singapore, Bukit Timah Nature Reserve is a testament to the city’s commitment to preserving its natural heritage. This lush, verdant sanctuary is home to a rich diversity of flora and fauna, including…
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Hotel Majapahit: A Rich Living Legacy of Indonesia

Hotel Majapahit: A Rich Living Legacy of Indonesia

Uniquely surprising or is it surprisingly unique? eyesonindonesia Amsterdam, Oct. 7th 2024– The Hotel Majapahit in central Surabaya on East Java, Indonesia, is much more than just any luxury hotel.  What else can we say?  It is a living symbol of Indonesia’s rich history, culture, and resilience. For those who would want to know and are interested of course. Under…
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Borobudur boutique hotel in Jakarta

The Family of the Family

eyesonindonesia Surabaya, March 8th 2024– As a young boy growing up in Palembang, East Sumatra, Indonesia, Kaharuddin Salamun, had his dreams, of course. He also had the urge of seeing the world and bringing changes in what he was going to do later in life.  He now is the General Manager of the Majapahit hotel…
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Two Subterranean Giants: A Tale of Two Cities

Two Subterranean Giants: A Tale of Two Cities

Beneath the bustling streets of New York City and Moscow lie two iconic subway systems, each mirroring the soul of its metropolis. While both transport millions daily, their histories, social roles, and what they tell us about society paint dramatically different pictures. From Utilitarian Roots to Grand Designs: Divergent Histories NYC’s subway, born in 1904,…
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Moscow Metro's Journey Through Art and Soul

A Monument Beneath Your Feet

The Moscow Metro’s Journey Through Art and Soul Moscow’s metro isn’t just a transportation system; it’s a subterranean odyssey. Each descent unveils not just a station, but a portal to grandeur, history, and a unique Soviet spirit. This intricate network, stretching over 300 kilometers, holds more than just passengers; it holds stories whispered in marble…
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The CUBA they don't want you to see

The CUBA they don’t want you to see

Unknown to many and surrounded by the Caribbean Sea, there is a beautiful and exotic nation called CUBA. Let’s discover the secrets of the capital: LA HABANA or HAVANA City. This is a new walking tour of the city narrated in 4K by Wanna Walk What do you think of when you hear the name…
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For 10 years the wife of a Maasai - Stephanie's life in the simplest of circumstances

For 10 years the wife of a Maasai

Stephanie’s life in the simplest of circumstances Stephanie has lived in Tanzania with her husband Sokoine, a traditional Maasai, for more than 10 years. She has built a life with him in the humblest of circumstances. Stephanie’s book is already available in stores:https://amzn.to/3KCKqbv

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Sahara: The Largest Desert On Earth

 Journeys To The Ends Of The Earth | Real History The Sahara is the biggest desert on earth … it takes its name from the Arab word for “emptiness”. In the dead heart of that emptiness there’s a place called the Tenere. The Tenere takes its name from the Tuareg word for “nothing”. A nothing…
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This island went from barren to biodiverse oasis in just 7 years
Born From Gulags, This Ex-USSR City Is The Most Depressing Place on Earth

Born From Gulags, This Ex-USSR City Is The Most Depressing Place on Earth

Located in the heart of Northern Siberia, sitting deep inside the Arctic permafrost, lies Norilsk, one of the northernmost inhabited cities in the world. Norilsk is Russia’s most polluted city. It’s nearly completely isolated, restricted from tourists, cannot be reached by road, and was built on the ruins of a forced labor camp. It inhabits…
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