Georgetown, Penang is an absolute feast for the senses. The Dutch East India Company established themselves in the town in the 1700’s, to conduct trade between China and India. This multi-cultural history is still very present today, with many well preserved examples of British, Dutch, Chinese and Indian influences in both the buildings, the customs, the food and the people.… Read more →
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Photo Essay: Streets of Fort Cochin
Fort Cochin is a small, historical region in the region of Cochin (also spelt Kochi) in Kerala. It was one of the first European townships in India, first drawing traders over 600 years ago. As a result of those first visitors, the area has an incredible array of infrastructure and architecture – from Chinese fishing nets, Portuguese synagogues, and British… Read more →