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BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Houston, Texas, USA

Culinary Colonialism, and Hinduism in Houston

21 September 2020

In this post, I experience a bit of India in suburban Houston. … More Culinary Colonialism, and Hinduism in Houston

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Cahal Pech, San Ignacio, Cayo District, Belize

Hot Chocolate and Human Sacrifices

17 May 2020

Shortly before the coronavirus took over the world, I had the chance to explore some of the remnants of Maya civilization in Belize and Guatemala. … More Hot Chocolate and Human Sacrifices

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Interior of Karla Cave Prayer Hall, Lonavala, Maharashtra, India

Hill Station Lonavala, Mumbai’s Weekend Escape

7 February 2020

Even on a short city visit, and especially in such a hectic city as Mumbai, it’s nice to get a taste for the surrounding countryside. So, we hired a driver and headed for the hills to spend a day in Lonavala. … More Hill Station Lonavala, Mumbai’s Weekend Escape

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Gateway of India, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Mumbai Sightseeing with a Taste of Indian Politics

30 January 2020

A day of sightseeing in two of Mumbai’s most historic neighborhoods turns into a lesson on more recent events in the city. … More Mumbai Sightseeing with a Taste of Indian Politics

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Oil Jacks on the Abşeron Peninsula, Azerbaijan

The Abşeron of Azerbaijan

2 October 2019

This is a place where mini volcanoes spew mud from the desert sand, where the ground itself burns perpetually, and where one of the world’s most important industries launched into the twentieth century. … More The Abşeron of Azerbaijan

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Colums of the Parthenon, Athens, Greece

Αθήνα, Cradle of Democracy

22 June 2019

In this post, the second on my trip to Greece, I arrive in the capital to learn more about the history of Greece, both ancient currently-unfolding. … More Αθήνα, Cradle of Democracy

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Cenote Suhem in Yucatán, México

Pyramids and Cenotes in el Mundo Maya

31 March 2019

The Maya civilization, which collapsed several centuries ago, left behind interesting collections of religious ruins throughout the Yucatán region, as well as a large population of modern-day descendants striving to maintain their language and culture. … More Pyramids and Cenotes in el Mundo Maya

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Chong Hua Sheng Mu Holy Palace in Houston, Texas, USA

An Unusual Sight in Houston

7 March 2019

What do you get when you cross suburbia, Epcot, and Far East spirituality? … More An Unusual Sight in Houston

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Chao Phraya River at night in Bangkok, Thailand

The City of Angels (À La Thailand)

16 July 2018

Bangkok is a massive, complex city with many facets. From picturesque canals and ornate historic districts to modern skyscrapers and delicious food, there is plenty to discover here! … More The City of Angels (À La Thailand)

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Vientiane Street Sign

Urban Laos – Temples, Cafés, and Concrete Monsters

12 July 2018

Laos is a predominately rural country, but its small cities hold some interesting discoveries. In this post, I explore Luang Prabang and the capital Vientiane. … More Urban Laos – Temples, Cafés, and Concrete Monsters

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Hej – I'm Aaron! When I'm not working my regular job, I love to travel, study languages (svenska anyone?), and learn about history and culture. I'm also a "pandemic cook" attempting to learn the secrets of Indian cuisine from my apartment in Texas!

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