Karnak, Egypt
Posted June 12, 2007 by Jan
"Karnak is a spectacular complex of sanctuaries, kiosks, pylons, and obelisks, dedicated to the Theban gods and the greater glory of Egypt's pharaohs."
Travel Letters
Bangkok Photo Walk
Posted December 15, 2019 by Jan
Bangkok
Thailand
December 15, 2019
Hello,
Why travel hundreds or thousands of miles away when many interesting things can be found in our own neighborhood? Just have to look around.
I was pleased to join the Bangkok Photographers group since we started our tour a short walk from my apartment.
I doubt whether "skyscrapers" is the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about Bangkok.
Nevertheless, we have our share.
The Watermelon Man
Posted September 5, 2019 by Jan
Dushanbe
Republic of Tajikistan
September 5, 2019
Hello,
In a previous letter I declared that “The Tajiks are the most kind and generous people I have ever met.” I stand by my description. But I neglected to provide any examples.
In another letter, I asked you to “Remind me to tell you the story about the Watermelon Man.”
So please allow me to explain.
My very first experience in Tajikistan is unique:
The Folks of Dushanbe
Posted September 4, 2019 by Jan
Bookends: Summerfest and Book Fair
Dushanbe
Republic of Tajikistan
September 4, 2019
On my first day in Dushanbe, Nigora, my Tajik friend, invited me to join her to celebrate Summerfest.
On my last day in Dushanbe, Sudat, a Kurdish man, a fellow guest at my hotel, invited me to accompany him to the Annual International Book Exhibition at the National Library.
Goodbye to Panj and Pamirs
Posted August 26, 2019 by Jan
Khorugh City
Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region
Republic of Tajikistan
August 27, 2019
Good-bye to the Panj River
The route of the Panj River is remarkable. And invigorating.
Five tributaries crash down the mountains to join the Panj. At 1125 km (699 miles) long, it forms the major border between Tajikistan and Afghanistan.
The Panj completes its rambunctious journey in Termez, Uzbekistan where it joins the Amu Darya, an important river in Central Asia. In ancient times the Amu was called by its Latin name, the Oxus.
Traffic in Tajikistan
Posted August 25, 2019 by Jan
The Pamir Mountains
Tajikistan
August 25, 2019
Hello,
The traffic is sparse in the mountains.
But what traffic we encounter is as intimidating and daunting as a mountain pass.
Happy trails.
Jan