By Xavier Raychell Blancharde Although the situation of the Syrian railways is currently quite dire, that hasn’t always been the case. Since 2011, however, Syria has been affeced by a brutal war, with much damage sustained to many of the rail lines, as well as the inoperability of the routes due to them having to cross frontlines. As such, almost all passenger services were halted, and only two passenger routes operate in the country today.

By Xavier Raychell Blancharde Since Covid border restrictions were imposed in 2020 by the Syrian government, it has been almost impossible for Americans to enter Syria. Well, at least to enter the areas of Syria controlled by the government. Even when Syria reopened to tourism in 2021, visas for Americans were not being issued. Well, that’s no longer the case, as the Syrian government is now issuing visas for American citizens to visit Syria for

This video includes my travels to Taxila, Abbotabad, Diamer, Gilgit, Hunza Valley, Attabad Lake, Nagar Valley, the Babusar pass, and the road through Kaghan and Naran. The video aims to be an informative vlog – half way between a documentary and a vlog. Check out some of my travel pictures at: www.instagram.com/travelling_the_unknown/

This is my DocuVlog about travelling to Hiran Minar Tomb, Khewra Salt Mine and the wonderful Katas Raj Temples. This is the perfect detour when travelling from Lahore to Islamabad, or vice versa! Read more about the trip here. Check out some of my travel pictures at: www.instagram.com/travelling_the_unknown/ Music credits go to Uchian Lamian Tahlian

Above is my Lahore vlog, where I cover my visits to Anarkali Bazaar, Badshahi Mosque, Lahore Museum, Wagah Border, Wazir Khan Mosque, Jahangir’s tomb, Lahore Zoo, Ichra Bazaar, The Old City – and a brief introduction to Paan! Music credits go to Kuljit Bhamra (first song), Surjit Bindrakhia (second song), Amar Singh Chamlika & Amaryjot (third song), and Alam Lohar (fourth song).