In search of shangri-la

PERU

Switzerland is rich, especially in clichés. Many are largely true. There are some I’m not so interested in – banking, precision watches, nuclear shelters and referendums. But others, I certainly am –

Head to Slovenia, where some of the most beautiful roads in the world are less than a thousand miles away…

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The Himalayas of northwestern Bhutan are peaks of such otherworldly beauty, locals believe them to be home to spirits. In the remote village of Laya, an annual highland festival celebrates their earthly inhabitants — but don’t be surprised if you come across a strange creature or two

Yunnan province in Southwest China is home to one of the world’s highest and most storied ancient trade routes. For centuries, mule caravans traversed the historic path, transporting tea from the lush