North Africa’s largest madrasa
Although it was built 500 years ago, the Ben Youssef Madrasa has hardly changed. Once the largest Islamic school in North Africa, it’s now a must visit!
A fortress of fear
The enormous rock on which an ancient king built his fortress is impressive – but why was this leader so scared he had to hide himself up here?
Sri Lanka’s elephant gathering
Every year a very special event occurs in the wilds of Sri Lanka. Hundreds of elephants come together to feed, socialise and raise their babies.
Limerick’s Giant Gran
For one weekend, the Irish city of Limerick was taken over by a giant granny. Tens of thousands flocked to the streets – but why was she there?
The calm during the storm
As the storm rolls in, the thunder rumbles and the rain surrounds me. I get wet… but I feel a calmness for the first time since I arrived on Karingon.
One of the most dangerous volcanoes in the world
Not far from Manila, the capital of The Philippines, is one of the most dangerous volcanoes on the planet. And you can climb up it!