Amer Fort is beautiful palace located just outside of Jaipur. It’s a bit touristy, especially if you arrive later in the day, but definitely worth visiting. If you’re in Jaipur, I recommend you also visit City Palace and the Monkey Temple.
Hi, I'm Koren! I started this blog back in 2012, when I was an unhappy lawyer living in New York City. I needed a creative outlet, and I've always loved writing, photography, and travel. Little did I know, this blog would end up changing my life! Since then, I've moved to California and done a total life and career transformation. After a five-year hiatus, I'm excited to share recent photography here.
Asia
Monkey Temple, Jaipur, India
Monkey Temple (Galtaji) is an ancient Hindu temple, and was one of my favorite places in Jaipur. Slightly off the beaten path, it was practically empty, and my driver brought tomatoes to feed to the monkeys. If you’re in Jaipur, I recommend you also visit City Palace and Amer Fort.
View More
Asia
City Palace, Jaipur, India
I arrived at City Palace early in the morning, when there were hardly any people. It was stunning, opulent, and exactly what I pictured seeing in India. If you’re in Jaipur, I recommend you also visit Amer Fort and the Monkey Temple.
View More
Asia
Jama Masjid Mosque, Delhi, India
I didn’t get to see much of Delhi, as the pollution gave me a respiratory infection which forced me to stay indoors. However, I found this mosque to be a welcome respite from the chaos of the city.
View More
California
Death Valley, California
Death Valley is a national park in the Mojave Desert, in eastern California on the Nevada border (about an equal drive from Los Angeles and San Francisco). It’s home to Badwater Basin salt flats, the lowest elevation in America (86 meters / 282 feet below sea level), as well as sand dunes and rainbow mountains.
View More
Asia
Bhaktapur, Nepal
Bhaktapur is located about 45 minutes east of Kathmandu. It’s a pedestrian city — quieter, slower, and better preserved than Kathmandu. However, it also seemed to have been hit much harder by the earthquake than Kathmandu. If you plan to stay in Bhaktapur, I recommend staying at the Peacock Guest House.
View More
Asia
Annapurna Eco Village, Pokhara, Nepal
If you’re in Pokhara, I highly recommend visiting the Annapurna Eco Village. Truly one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been. You can also stay at the Eco Village, if you prefer to have a more secluded and peaceful stay in Pokhara.
View More
Asia
Pokhara, Nepal
Pokhara is located in central Nepal, close to the Annapurna Himalayas, on a lake with colorful fishing boats. If you’re in Pokhara, I recommend visiting Annapurna Eco Village, which has some of the most stunning views of the Himalayas.
View More
Asia
Patan, Nepal
If you have extra time in Kathmandu, I recommend taking a short taxi ride south to Patan. Get dropped off at Durbar Square. There’s a building across the street from the entrance with an open staircase on the side — climb the stairs and you’ll end up on the roof, where you’ll have a nice