Art and Culture

Sep 20, 2019 • 6 min read

Lonely Planet writer Tharik Hussain takes us through the most daunting chapter of his Hajj experience yet, the jamarāt (ceremony of ‘stoning the devil’).

Sep 19, 2019 • 5 min read

Kolkata is a city synonymous with creativity. From unsung crafter communities quietly working to keep their traditions alive to some of the Indian art world’s…

Sep 19, 2019 • 6 min read

Every empire worth its arrows made incursions into the plains of Madhya Pradesh, leaving an indelible mark on the region’s architecture, culture and people.

Sep 19, 2019 • 3 min read

Without leaving the edge of Puget Sound, you can explore the best of Seattle – beyond the Space Needle, Seattle Center and Pike Place Market.

Sep 19, 2019 • 9 min read

Life in Buenos Aires is defined by ritual and pageantry. From dancing tango to eating steak, we explore the ways in which locals – and their guests – come…

Sep 19, 2019 • 6 min read

From Chuck Berry's home to the first rural cemetery west of the Mississippi, here are some off-the-beaten-track sights in St Louis.

Sep 19, 2019 • 4 min read

With its impressive array of galleries, Brussels is attracting more and more art lovers and collectors. Here are 10 galleries that should be on your radar.

Sep 19, 2019 • 3 min read

Home to art galleries, vintage shops and edgy bars, the Marolles area of Brussels is effortlessly authentic. Here are our Marolles must-sees.

Sep 19, 2019 • 6 min read

From monthly art walks to multiple design districts to music venues that double as geological marvels, Denver's art scene is electric.

Sep 19, 2019 • 4 min read

Markets in Cape Town have a long history, and the scene continues to evolve. So to find your perfect treasure in a Mother City's markets, follow our guide.

Sep 19, 2019 • 7 min read

St Helena is one of the world's most remote islands, and its only distillery provides a unique way to learn about the island's history and environment.

Sep 18, 2019 • 6 min read

With its pink-sand beaches, world-class diving and welcoming villages, East Nusa Tenggara is an ideal destination for an Indonesian holiday without crowds.

Sep 18, 2019 • 4 min read

With its hilltop towns, snow-capped peaks, dreamy beaches and otherworldly caves, Le Marche is the perfect place to experience Italy without the crowds.

Sep 18, 2019 • 4 min read

Music pours from the pubs and flows through the streets of Galway – discover the best places to hear your favorite Irish tunes.

Sep 18, 2019 • 6 min read

Many who touch base with Kerala in Kochi (Cochin) simply make a mad dash for the palm-fringed backwaters, which unravel just south. But linger for a…

Sep 18, 2019 • 5 min read

Bonn and Beethoven – the two go together like strawberries and cream. It was in this little town on the Rhine where the musical giant was born in 1770…

Sep 18, 2019 • 8 min read

In Dakar reggae resounds through subterranean hideaways, clubs throb with world beats and homegrown pop, and sounds of the djembe and kora are as vital as ever.

Sep 18, 2019 • 6 min read

Filled with monks, markets, massages and meals on repeat, here’s our guide for how to spend a perfect weekend in Chiang Mai.

Sep 18, 2019 • 6 min read

'Is it safe to go to Mexico?' We hear that question constantly, and the answer is always yes, if you know where to go and do your research.

Sep 18, 2019 • 8 min read

We’ve picked out ten of the best music festivals happening across the world between the months of September and March.

Sep 17, 2019 • 5 min read

Follow our top tips to find the very best shopping in Moscow, from malls and antique markets, to food stalls and Russian designs.

Sep 17, 2019 • 6 min read

Whether you’re a return visitor to Porto or you just want to avoid the crowds, put on your exploring shoes and discover Porto’s less-trodden paths.