I arrived late in Kathmandu, tired, freezing, and not up for an adventure, so I was relieved to find a small restaurant still open a few blocks from my hostel. The restaurant was empty except for an older woman. She smiled at me, gestured to a table, then disappeared into a backroom.
Month: January 2025
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Here There Be Dragons #5
Restaurants, cafes, and boutique shops were closed with paper signs taped to doors saying, ‘closed from 15:00 – 18:00.’ Despite the chill in the air, the grey sky, and the empty shops, the mood on Rustaveli was festive. People gathered in large groups or stood in front of their now-closed workplaces. They clutched cups of coffee or tea and waved signs.
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5 Lessons From Kazakhstan
From my first day in Kazakhstan, my assumptions were challenged and my perspective was altered. Among my experiences and insights, five lessons stand out. Each of these not only taught me about Kazakhstan, but added to my understanding of today’s world.