March 2008

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Picture This

Helped by economic resurgence, Angola is today enjoying an artistic renaissance. Sylvia Smith reports

Towering Ambitions

Singapore has plans to shake off its staid image and become a magnet for visitors. Gary Bowerman looks into the future

Return Of The Native

Across eastern Europe aristocratic families are returning to their ancestral estates, as Andrew Eames discovers

Desert Highway

In Mauritania, Naomi Schwarz hitches a ride on the world’s longest train

Walk Of Life

The Shikoku Henro is Japan’s oldest pilgrim trail and, at 1,500km in length, it requires dedication to complete. Joanna Hunter joins the faithful

Tread Carefully

In Oman, Rob Crossan goes in search of the real Arabia and finds out when a warm welcome may not be what it seems