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Professional travelers, ethnographists and explorers rarely visit lands, popular among tourists, because there is a slim chance to make a discovery or learn something new there. However, experts have own TOP-list of countries and regions where even in 21st century they find things to amaze themselves first and entire world then.

17.02.2022 | Africa, 10 facts, Papua New Guinea

If you have 10 dollars and you are in New York

Finally, one of our favorite categories reached the city, where dollars are considered as the main currency. Thus, we will not have to go around exchange offices and constantly convert prices. So, we go to such a different and exciting New York to spend our 10 dollars.

16.02.2022 | travel, 10 dollars, New York

Eastern hights

Stereotypes are terrible. They form a definite picture of the world in our heads, and it is not so easy to change. Take, for instance, the concept of skyscraper: imagination of 90% people immediately provoke skyline of American cities, familiar from movies and TV. It is quite logical, but nowadays panorama of the best luxury skyscrapers is in other direction – keep moving to the East. For Arab structures may outdo Western ones in all respects.

14.02.2022 | architecture, rating, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, UAE

Mexico City: From Pyramids to Skyscrapers

According to statistics, majority of tourists who visit Mexico “allocate” for the capital merely two-three days and move further without deigning to give it too much of their attention. Outlook believes that this isn’t that good a decision because Mexico City can make people fall in love with itself seriously and for a long while.

13.02.2022 | Mexico

Where stars are “set glowing”

There’s hardly anything that compares to bright-starred sky and silence. It is the stars that OUTLOOK want to tell you about or more precisely about the places with the best view on them. In Europe it is recommended to go stargazing not to some place but to… Slovenia. Point is, this small country is one of the cleanest in the world and consequently isn’t that polluted with smog.

09.02.2022 | USA, science, rating, Finland, Great Britain, Kazakhstan, do you know, New Zealand, Slovenia

Caminito: Tango rhythm street

We are proceeding with articles telling "history of one street" and today we will tell you about one of the most beautiful and cheerful streets of Buenos Aires, which is called Caminito. It is located in the famous area of La Boca founded in the 19th century by Italian immigrants.

06.02.2022 | history of the street, República Argentina

Skopje: Gratitude in Balkan Style

Having survived economically difficult 1990s, dissolution of Yugoslavia and even several wars, Balkan countries have been recovering from the spin and becoming not just stable but also popular for tourism. Alongside wonderful climate and relative availability, they win hearts of travelers with ancient cities, rich in terms of monuments of culture. Today we talk about one of them – Macedonian Skopje.

04.02.2022 | Macedonia

What do they eat: Algeria

OUTLOOK is pleased to present our "most delicious section", the texts of which will be interesting not only for gourmets and chefs but also for those who like to keep up and learn new stuff. Today we’ll have a look at Algerian kitchens and tell about traditional and most popular dishes from this great country.

01.02.2022 | Algeria, cuisine of the world, what do they eat

10 facts about Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyzstan attracts by its unique nature and climate, authentic cuisine and hospitable people, in addition, it is a country with ancient unique traditions and rich history. Today we will tell you about the most amazing facts and peculiarities of this land-locked country.

27.01.2022 | 10 facts, the Kyrgyz Republic

What do they eat: Portugal

Having been to Portugal, at the very edge of Europe, the OUTLOOK could not help paying attention to the local cuisine. Read below about gastronomical predilections of residents and tourists of this once one of the greatest empires in the world.

26.01.2022 | Portugal, what do they eat

Kamasan: Village of masterpieces in Bali

Bali is one of the most popular places to spend winter. Ocean, volcanoes, amazing nature and exotic fruits... But there is also one more reason that not many people know of, yet it definitely deserves attention: Kamasan, a unique art village where namesake Balinese picture art was conceived – as ancient as the island itself. We are going to tell about it today on the pages of the OUTLOOK.

23.01.2022 | art, Indonesia

Le Grand Louvre

First exhibition of paintings in the world’s most visited museum the Louvre was opened on 1793. But its building was well-known far beyond France, though the edifice was not used with such lofty cultural purposes.

20.01.2022 | architecture, history, France, places

Amsterdam: Bike capital of the world

Telling about transport means which became a symbol of some city, it would be an amiss to forget about bikes in Amsterdam. Anyone who has ever been in the Dutch capital, will never forget neither countless cyclists hurrying in swarms through the streets, nor the magnificent infrastructure that contributed to a bike as a safe, environmentally friendly, healthy and the easiest mode of transport.

19.01.2022 | Netherlands

Besides Grand Bazaar and Mosques: Museum Face of Istanbul

A museum tour on a trip is most often associated with groups of people, dull exhibits, and a feeling of missing out on significant “outdoor” landmarks. Sure, that is not true, especially when you are in such a unique city in every aspect as Istanbul, where museums strike with their concepts just as well.

17.01.2022 | Turkey

If you have 10 dollars and you are in Rome

Today, OUTLOOK continues one of its most popular column with a story about how you can spend ten dollars, forever green and pleasant for pocket and eye, in the Eternal City in which crowds of tourists flock annually and who never ceases to amaze every lucky person who has been here! Believe us, the capital of Italy has something to surprise you!

12.01.2022 | Italy, 10 dollars

They need warmith. Where birds stay for winter

As a child I could spend hours gazing at the sky and spying majestic flocks of birds winging their way south. For a kid this movement was a real magic. Today my bookshelf hosts almost no books about magic, though I am still excited about feathered tribes travelling in hope to land on their winter grounds.

09.01.2022 | Georgia, nature, Israel, Spain, Estonia, Kenya

Super-chilled: Best festivals of ice and snow art

Ice and snow has long been used by artists to create different figures and objects, and only 1960, this age-old skill became a new trend of a land art! The largest number of winter artworks is created during special festivals about which we will tell our readers.

08.01.2022 | festival, Japan, USA, nature, China, Canada, Latvia

VIDEO. Bethlehem: perfect holiness

On this great holiday for all Christians of the Orthodox rite, we want to present you a video about the holy places of Palestine, namely the city of Bethlehem.

07.01.2022 | religion, architecture, Palestine, travel

Taxi in New York Style

Next ‘character’ of our cycle about symbolic means of public transport is yellow cab of New York. It is impossible to imagine the Big Apple and especially its centre, Manhattan, without those bright and incredibly handy cars. Seemingly, there are more “checkers” than people.

05.01.2022 | USA, oddities

The kingdom of ice and snow. Harbin Festival

For not to have among our readers too many sad and whiny people counting days till summer or even warm spring days, the OUTLOOK would like to share at least one reason to love the cold season with all heart. The opportunity is to go to the Chinese city of Harbin and eyewitness fantastic and cool festival of ice and snow.

04.01.2022 | festival, China

New Year celebration in Istanbul: Pomegranate instead of mayonnaise

According to stereotypes, New Year’s Eve in Istanbul is pure boredom since it is marked with greyness and absence of snow. OUTLOOK by experience checked whether it is true, and now we are sharing our impressions. If we say that this holiday is celebrated in Turkey the same as in Europe or North America, it would be not quite fair.

02.01.2022 | holiday, Turkey

The winter fairy-tale: which cities are the most beautifully decorated to New Year eve

Till the beginning of 2022 there is little time that’s why in case one hasn’t decided yet where and how to celebrate the most popular holiday on our planet, OUTLOOK offers the list of the brightest cities for the celebration. There all the wishes and dreams will, definitely, come true!

31.12.2021 | holiday, Italy, USA, Thailand, Czech Republic

Mulled wine: Yummy way to keep warm

Vitamins, development of resistance to cold, correct day regimen... That's all good and useful, especially when the winter weather swirls in, but sometimes we all have to pamper ourselves and at the same time to be protected against germs and colds. And the best way to do it is to sip some mulled wine.

29.12.2021 | traditions

Snow-covered peaks. Best winter resorts

The cold season brings not only such important things as wrapping into a reindeer sweater, drinking hot chocolate and once again reviewing Christmas comedies. Thus, sport has not been canceled yet, so OUTLLOK compiled top five ski resort bucket list for you to cheer up and get out of your winter sleep.

27.12.2021 | nature, France, Austria, Canada, Andorra, República Argentina

One Lives And Learns – World’s Most Interesting Campuses

With this article, we want to inspire both current and future students with a selection of the most impressive universities and institute campuses. Those who have already received degree will probably get filled with admiration, too, and start thinking whether or not to get another one because in such places one hits the books especially fruitfully.

22.12.2021 | architecture, society

VIDEO: Vanilla, pistachio... orchid

With the assistance of the Embassy of the Syrian Arab Republic in Ukraine we visited Damascus and enjoyed very interesting place. Watch!

21.12.2021 | Syria, travel, oddities, diplomacy, videos, world cuisine, places

PHOTOproject: Nobody leaves hungry. Colourful bazaars of Israel

With support of the Representation of the Ministry of Tourism of Israel in Ukraine, OUTLOOK visited this exciting country. Today we share with you vivid photos of urban markets! Even through the photos on the screen local flavour makes you plunge into authentic and incredibly delicious atmosphere! Enjoy!

17.12.2021 | Israel, Photoproject

World ghettos: Little Italy a la New York

When moving to a new country, more often than not people tend to get settled nearby emigrants like themselves. It is pretty convenient: accommodation isn’t expensive, job can be found right on the location and there is no need to study a new language – everyone around understands you. This is how national ghettos appear.

13.12.2021 | Italy, USA, travel, nationalities, world ghettos

Sightseeing in the Asian part of Istanbul

Judging by the reviews of the majority of tourists who visited Istanbul, many of them did not reach Asian part of the main Turkish metropolis, or did not have a proper walk there. The best case, they just saw SabihaGökçen International Airport and ferry docks, a destination of leisure cruses from Europe, where on the way one can feed with bread seagulls swooping overhead.

10.12.2021 | travel, Turkey, Istanbul

What do they eat: Rome’s cuisine

OUTLOOK often tells about the kitchens of the peoples around the world, but when it comes to Italy, writing about the country should be a crime. Each of its twenty regions has its own culinary world with the subtleties and specialties. Let the title of gastronomic capital of Italy be Bologna, its official capital - Rome, too, has something to boast about. We are telling you what is remarkable about Roman cuisine...

09.12.2021 | Italy, traditions, what do they eat

Borders cannot make harm: The most famous enclaves of the world

Today OUTLOOK travels along the cities and countries that are considered as the most interesting from the point of view of geography and administrative management. Moreover, they are enclaves as they are located within the territories of other states.

03.12.2021 | Italy, Germany, travel, India, Spain, Belgium, Switzerland, Bangladesh, Marocco

Country with “Almost Identical Flag"

Sweden probably isn’t one of the most popular touristic destinations among Ukrainians. Our fellow countrymen far more willingly go to warm states or to more popular European capitals with easier access. Our today’s company, vocalist of “MYACH” band from Kyiv, Yuriy Rozenko, on the contrary, makes sure he visits the kingdom several times a year.

01.12.2021 | we were there, Sweden

Myanmar inside and out...

In Burmese language Myanmar stands for emerald or diamond. After spending some time there, visitors got to know that this country is not only one of the most mysterious in Southeast Asia, but also incredibly beautiful and unusual, like a real jewel. All the guests are mesmerized by its rich tropical nature, ancient majestic architecture, and the people with open hearts filled with Buddhist harmony.

27.11.2021 | MYANMAR

Karakol. What is worth to know

Nature and heritage are above and beyond temporary drawbacks in infrastructure and services of Kyrgyzstan, which in terms of tourism is approaching to Georgia and Armenia. Let's consider this through the example of the cosy city of Karakol.

25.11.2021 | travel, nature, tourism, the Kyrgyz Republic

History of the street: Orchard Road - Shopping for Fruits

Jewish and Chinese cemeteries nearby, fruit trees, fashionable boutiques and one true military bunker – all these things are mixed on Orchard Road – an amazing street of Singapore. It is its story that continues our fascinating series “History of the street”.

23.11.2021 | Singapore, history of the street

Canyons: Deep and long

When, if not now to conquer summits, overcome seas and climb on the rocks? People often make great efforts to enjoy the comfort through the whole lifetime. But sometimes our soul needs some romance, so OUTLOOK presents seven unique canyons.

21.11.2021 | Georgia, USA, nature, Montenegro, Peru, Namibia

Cairo is the capital of...

Resorts of the All Inclusive type, pyramids and mummies - that's probably full list that comes to mind when talking about Egypt. Meanwhile, it is one of the most ancient states in the world, and its capital Cairo is the largest city of the Middle East and Africa, with a population of 19 million people, it is a metropolis that rich in historic finery and glass skyscrapers, garbage dumps and expensive shops, a glut of wealth and blatant poverty.

16.11.2021 | Egypt, is the capital of

World ghettos. Bedford: English outback with Italian flavour

Today our story is about one of the most amazing combinations one can imagine, that is Italians and Englishmen, so we expand number of our articles dedicated to the ethnic ghettos of the world. Get ready to follow us to the cold and rainy Bedford, where we will plunge into the warm Mediterranean atmosphere.

15.11.2021 | travel, Great Britain, world ghettos

Beaches and antiquity in Roman suburbs Ostia

Ancient Rome, full of beauty and attractions, welcomes more than 30 million tourists annually. To see with your own eyes the Coliseum, to put your hand in the Mouth of Truth and throw a coin into the Trevi Fountain is the dream of any traveler. But few people know that just 30 kilometers from the capital there is not less attractive and not yet occupied by tourists Ostia...

14.11.2021 | Italy

On the Move. Street food from around the world. Part 2

Do you happen to get hungry? That is great as we go on with our story about the most popular street food from around the world. It’s freshly cooked - fall to, you guys! Let's start with the South Asian countries, namely Singapore - seafood-rich in vitamins and minerals occupy a key place in the diet of residents ...

12.11.2021 | traditions, food, oddities, Israel, China, Netherlands, Brazil, Canada, Singapore, cuisine of the world, Kenya

Departure: Yemen

Many scientists and historians unanimously agree that Middle East, particularly, Arabian semi-island is the cradle of human civilization because almost every nation among those present there is one of the most ancient on our planet. In this list there are citizens of Yemen who created the interesting in a travelling way country bounded by two seas and Indian Ocean simultaneously.

08.11.2021 | departure, Yemen

If you have 10 dollars and you are in Bologna

Incredible in its texture, orange-red medieval architecture, majestic gallery-streets instead of usual pavements that allow having pedestrian walks in any weather and also a title of culinary capital of Italy – aren’t these reasons alone enough to have a trip to Bologna? OUTLOOK believes that they are so we tell how and on what to spend your hypothetical 10 dollars in this cozy city.

07.11.2021 | Italy, 10 dollars

Look at sky above. The best planetariums in the world

For better or worse, travelling to distant planets and stars exists only on the pages of science fiction and in Hollywood film industry. Although the possibility of space tourism crept close, yet, Jupiter and Saturn are still way not close. Nevertheless, from long ago there are special objects that seem to shrink the universe making it accessible. We are talking about planetariums and observatories.

05.11.2021 | oddities

Interesting not only in city centers. Residential districts of the world

There are hardly many travelers who would go somewhere further than city centre where their hotel is situated when on a short-term journey. And if location is a metropolis on top of everything else, such “outside” trips are sure to be put on hold till better occasions.

03.11.2021 | Japan, USA, travel, Finland, Iceland, República Argentina

On the Move. Street food from around the world

Experienced tourists believe that one of the best sure-fire ways to quickly tune into the beat of another culture is to try local food. In order not to be at a loss when choosing dishes and save precious time for spiritual food, OUTLOOK gives you selective advice on street gastronomy from seven spots of the globe.

02.11.2021 | USA, Germany, traditions, food, Mexico, Peru, Thailand, Morocco, Ghana

Brand history: Swiss knife

There is probably no man on Earth who wouldn’t have a Swiss knife or its look-alike. And though the idea of a pocket knife may have originated nowhere near Switzerland, it gained global fame thank to a Swiss Karl Elsener and is now associated unbreakably with his motherland and perfect Swiss quality. OUTLOOK tells the story of the most famous and popular knife of the world.

29.10.2021 | Switzerland, brand history

History of the street: Dizengoff street

Walking down Dizengoff Street in the heart of Tel Aviv, you can catch yourself thinking that this is not a street, but some kind of teleport, as it is a fusion of everything: shopping arcades, practical and concise Tel Aviv’s iconic Bauhaus style architecture, and a cool array of fashionable clothing stores, not inferior to those in Milan. However, this conglomeration looks not clumsy, but quite natural...

26.10.2021 | Israel, history of the street

Normandy through the eyes of Korney Gritciuk. Part 3

With this article OUTLOOK completes the cycle of travel writing about the French Normandy. After Deauville and Cherbourg-Octeville we invite you to the main place of the northern part of this great country - the city of Rouen.

25.10.2021 | France, through the eyes of, Normandy

Jerusalem: The City risen from the ashes

Encircled with golden outline, the stonewalls of Jerusalem keep imprints of intriguing legends and religious beliefs enliven by loud talks of merchants settled next to the Jaffa Gate in the Old City. OUTLOOK would like to tell you about five sights which must be visited once you are in Jerusalem.

23.10.2021 | Israel

Dirty-faced aristocrats

Profession of a chimney-sweep has recently entered the list of the most rear occupations in the world. And as far back as some hundred years ago almost every European citizen was able to tell a lot of interesting things about these guys doomed to be covered in smear. We didn’t invent a time machine but we managed to get some facts about representatives of this vanishing trade.

21.10.2021 | oddities