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Landscape of Ituri

. Ituri is infamous for its ugly war. When Ituri comes to mind, tales of mass rapes, burnt villages, ethnic rife come to mind. That is true. Though the situation in 2006 has nothing to compare with the horrors of 2003-2005. The situation is still tense,...

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9 décembre 2006

Nile Perch

. Lake Albert (like Lake Victoria) hosts the famous fish: the Capitaine - or Nile Perch. Those massive fish that can reach 2 metres long and weight up to 200 kgs are very popular in the region and Europe. The Nile Perch is a controversial fish. It is...

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9 novembre 2006

Forced repatriation from Tanzania

Today we'd like to talk about the situation in Rwanda and Tanzania. A highly touristic country, little is known about the current forced repatriation of rwandophones and other refugees there. Jeremie was asked to have a look at the situation there, and...

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5 octobre 2006

Haridwar

. After a 5 hour car trip, we arrive in a chaotic parking lot near the riverbank. We start walking in search for a restaurant and a place to stay without much success, and as we do, we observe and take pictures. We finally settle for the Haveli Hari Ganga...

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12 octobre 2006

Shopping tips for Rajasthan

. Back to Dehli where we head to the underground bazaar for some shopping. Nothing exceptional to talk about. Here are some general shopping tips and prices for Rajasthan. - Patchwork handbag (usual size): 100 Rps. – Jaipur - Silk patchwork bed cover...

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18 septembre 2006

The streets of Jodhpur

Jodhpur city’s highlight in our opinion is the life on its blue streets. The Sadar market at the Clock Tower is lively and colourful. We wander around, enjoying every day’s life. Jodhpur, unlike the other cities visited is a genuine Indian city that attracts...

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26 septembre 2006

Holy Rats!!!

. This is not a rat. This is a reincarnation of Karni Mata descent. Here we are at the notorious Karni Mata Temple, at Deshnok, 30 kms south of Bikaner, where pilgrims worship thousands of holy rats. Karni Mata lived in the 14th century and performed...

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11 septembre 2006

Udaipur

. We start our day by visiting the City Palace.This is Rajasthan’s largest palace with a façade 244m long and 30m high. It is a conglomeration of buildings built and extended by various Maharajas but still retain uniformity of design. Construction was...

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28 août 2006

Arrival at Delhi

. Leaving Africa from Nairobi, Kenya, the first encounter with India shall be Mumbai. There was a short connection on arrival at Bombay airoport and we rush out of the plane to find the Air India office. When we ask whether we should pass by immigration...

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17 juillet 2006

Save the Lebanese Civilians Petition

We don't talk politics in this blog. But given the current events in Lebanon, we simply can't behave as if nothing happens. We think of our family, friends and all citizens of Lebanon currently under siege. The only thing we can do from here - in the...

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7 mai 2006

Safari - part 3

Looks like he did not like we got too close In Akagera there are around 70 elephants living in various areas. The one we managed to see is actually an aggressive being that has decided to continue solo. He is reportedly dangerous if one approaches too...

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5 juin 2006

Chimps in Ngamba Island - Les chimpanzés de l'île de Ngamba

Every year in Africa, approximately 5,000 chimpanzees are killed by poachers for the bushmeat trade: As a byproduct of this illegal practice; dozens of infant chimps are taken alive from the forest, bound for the pet trade throughout Africa and the rest...

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5 mai 2006

Safari - part 1

Our first encounter in the park are those two Maasai giraffes. A number of them were imported from Kenya a few years ago. Now they are well integrated in the park and there are more than 70. Still a bit shy, they move away everytime we get too close....

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2 mai 2006

Safari in Rwanda

We've just come back from a two days safari in the Akagera Park, in Rwanda. Giraffes, Hippos, Elephants, Buffalos, Monkeys, Zebras, etc were all there to be seen. We'll tell you more about it tomorrow. On revient d'un safari de deux jours au Rwanda, dans...

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13 avril 2006

The Yi - Les Yi

Yi nation is one of ancient nations in Yunnan. Their ancestors were related to with Qiang nation, numbering 4 million. They are distributed over Chuxiong, Honghe, Alioshang and areas of Xialangshang. Their laguage is a branch of the family of Tibetan-Myamar...

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Tags: China

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14 mai 2006

On the road from Gitarama to Kibuye

On our way back from Butare to Gisenyi, we decide to avoid the Kigali-Ruhengeri road, but pass through Kibuye instead to discover a new region of Rwanda. On the way, superb vistas over the hills, and we can't resist posting some more photos of this great...

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10 juin 2006

Crater lakes

With views of the Rwenzori and a pleasant climate, one does come to Fort Portal to visit the town but the surrounding district. With Kibale Forest National Park, Semliki National Park, Semliki Game Reserve and the outstanding crater lakes, there is enough...

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13 juin 2006

Queen Elisabeth National Park

Queen Elisabeth National Park spreads over an area of 1978 km2 in the western arm of the Great East Rift Valley. It is home to a variety of wildlife including elephants, lions, hippos, buffalo, Uganda Kob, baboons, chimpanzees, and a large variety of...

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1 mai 2006

Unexpected encounter - Une rencontre inattendue

Rita was on field trip in North Kivu, around Lubero, a few days ago. Her car suddently had to stop. This wild chimpanzee was in the middle of the road and wanted to prevent cars to pass by, threatenening anyone who did not want to comply. A bit of patience...

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9 août 2006

Roundabout

Fancy a trip to Ituri? Tourism maybe? Looking at this 'monument' in this roundabout in Bunia's city center, one may think the authorities believe in it. Well... far from it. This is just another vestige of the past, when some adventurous tourist (as well...

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3 août 2006

Faster by plane...

Have I ever mentioned the road conditions in Congo...? mmmmmh, I'd better not starting then. Okay to make it short: they are BAD. So in Congo, you take the plane, like others take the train. You simply have no choice. One can drive for 3 hours just to...

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1 juillet 2006

Meet Jane Goodall

Rita went last week to Uganda and met Jane Goodall. That was the first time the two met, and they seemed to have a lot to say to each other. Rita was amazed by the determination of this woman and her charisma. Certainly the highlight of their encounter...

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23 avril 2006

Bamboo rafting in Yulong River - DAY 17 - Ballade en radeau de bambou sur la rivière Yulong

The scenery along the Yulong river is as stunning as along the Li river. Bamboo rafting seems a nice way to descend this river, so we give it a try. Imagine a dozen pieces of bamboo, 5 metres long, sticked together, with on top of this - some kind of...

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24 mai 2006

A termite feast - Un régal de termites

Whilst driving from Bunia to Komanda in Ituri, I see a lot of people by the side of the road. They all seem to be digging, looking for things. I've already travelled that road but that's the first time I see people so busy. So I stop and start inquiring....

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23 mai 2006

Nutrition centre- Dans un centre nutritionnel

Malnutrition is an acute problem in Ituri. Especially in the territory of Djugu, where most fighting between militia took place. Insecurity indeed is one of the main cause of malnutrition. Militia (and now military too) rob all people's crops, or burn...

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