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Famed photographer Steve McCurry was invited by watch brand Vacheron Constanin to fly around the world and capture the spirit of travel. Here McCurry talks about some of the images that he took during his epic trip.
Crawick Multiverse, Scotland
“I was previously unaware of this location, and pleasantly surprised by its ancient mystique despite being a new installation. These man-made formations typify Scotland’s great history of similar formations whose purpose are still unknown to us today. There is a cosmic feeling evoked by these structures.”
Chefchaouen, Morocco
“I have visited a similar blue location in India. There is a poetic story likening this blue city to the skies or heaven. Viewing the town at night from further away provides a magical vantage point where the warm-hued lights give a nice contrast to the blue-painted city.”
“This place immediately reminded me of the graphic work of the artist Maurits Cornelis Escher, notably expressed through his art of creating optical illusions through playing with lines. The Indian women we met there appeared to be lost amid the vastness of the monument. These are definitely the most beautiful and aweinspiring staircases I have ever seen.”
Samarkand, Uzbekistan
“Having been there 10 years ago, I was familiar with the location. However, the timeless architecture still holds just as striking and iconic as it did when it was built around 2,500 years ago. The ornate designs and wondrous colours are a marvel to behold.”
Lalibela, Ethiopia
“Lalibela has a great history, and is distinguishable by its churches which are cut out of solid stone from the top down. It’s a unique structure not unlike the pyramids or medieval cathedrals. Though built 700 years ago, this location continues to be a point of pilgrimage today.”
Paris Astronomical Observatory, Paris
“This was my first time entering the dome of an observatory. It was fascinating to have the opportunity to visit a place made possible by human curiosity and ingenuity. The Paris Observatory was technologically revolutionary for its time, and is still one of the largest astronomical centers of the world. The Overseas Tour itself is driven by the same curiosity about the world that is at the heart of this location.”
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The Best of Central Asia
Kyrgyzstan Kazakhstan Uzbekistan Tajikistan Central Asia
- Enjoy traditional Kyrgz dishes and drinks at Supara Ethno-complex
- Walk around Don-Aryk, a small village where you can learn how to make rugs and hats out of felt
- Explore Bishkek’s largest market that's filled with local crafts, fruit, rise, grains and brightly coloured Kyrgyz textiles
- Visit the impressive green and yellow Zenkov cathedral and the Central State Museum is a must for history buffs
- Drive out to a traditional Kazakh falcon farm to see the local falconers training their birds of prey for hunting
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Highlights of Uzbekistan
- Explore the majestic architecture of the ancient Silk Road towns from Emir’s Summer Palace in Bukhara to the stunning turquoise domes of Khiva
- Drive through the dunes of the Kyzyk Kum Desert
- Shuffle past local vendors and baskets overflowing with colourful spices in the bazaars
- Experience the splendour of the towering Mausoleums and Mosques dating back to the12th century which are adorned with glazed coloured tiles which glow in the sunlight
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The Golden Triangle & Beyond
- Witness Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in all of India
- Tour Agra Fort and the magnificent Taj Mahal
- Visit the City Palace which boasts the world’s first Silver Museum and world’s first Royal Instrument Museum
- Witness the Dabbawalas at work, the Gandhi Museum and Lalbagh Market in Mumbai
- Relax on the golden beaches of Goa
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