Sitting on platform three waiting for the train I realise I’m craving some green wilderness. Give me a forest, a park, a garden…. I have a sudden want to be amongst cool green stillness. Not today though. Instead I sit on platform three and ponder the relationship between person and place. How do people changeContinue reading “The place for personal space”
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Farewell Syria
Although I have only had a week in Syria, the country has made quite an impression on me. Kind people, magnificently old ruins, rich foods, deep traditions and desert sands that stun the soul… Finding the time to see all that Syria has to offer has been a challenge. From a leisurely start in Aleppo’sContinue reading “Farewell Syria”
The Sands of Palmyra
Nothing quite compares to sitting at the top of a second century Greco-Roman amphitheatre in the middle of the Syrian desert with only the hot wind and red sands for company. It was in this moment that I was overwhelmed with gratitude for my travel experiences. At times I still find myself a little surprisedContinue reading “The Sands of Palmyra”
Learning Through The People Of Syria
Every new country presents a new set of customs, cultural understandings and practical circumstances. Learning a country – the people, the values, the plumbing – is one of the things I love most about travelling. There is something inherently thrilling about saying ‘thank you’ or ‘hello’ in a foreign language (and being understood) or figuringContinue reading “Learning Through The People Of Syria”
Not So Connected In Syria
Just a quick note to thank you all for reading and let you know that internet is not as readily available in Syria as in Europe. I will still be writing, but will likely have to post two or three posts at a time when I find more internet. In the meantime though, I’m lovingContinue reading “Not So Connected In Syria”
Souqs, Citadels and Syrian Sandals
Syria is lovely: the people smile, welcome you and show you around; the food is fresh and rich in flavour; the hot air is thick with humidity (just how I like it); and the streets are a chaotic mix of ancient buildings and modern development. After a relaxed morning I met some other travellers whoContinue reading “Souqs, Citadels and Syrian Sandals”
First Impressions of Syria
I was surprised to see the great expanse of lights below as the plane descended towards Aleppo. In my mind, the old city was expected to be smaller, less illuminated, less city-like. After a long line in immigrations and a very thorough inspection of my passport, visa, travel documents and personal details (always nerve racking),Continue reading “First Impressions of Syria”
Nic Freeman 