negombo fish market

Nothing fishy about Raja

While exploring the fish markets near the Sri Lankan beach of Negombo, I meet Raja. I don’t ask for a tour but I get one – and it turns out to be perfect.

Best things to do in Stralsund

Things to do in Stralsund

The city’s wealth during the Middle Ages allowed it to create grand buildings, one reason why there are so many things to do in Stralsund these days.

Jasmund National Park, Ancient Beech Forests of Germany

Europe’s original conquerors

These forests once covered most of Europe, with the centre here in Germany. There are just a few patches left in the world and you can visit one here.

ben youssef madrasa

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!

climbing sigiriya rock

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?