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Author Philip Briggs describes the work of The Gambia’s Chimpanzee Rehabilitation Project.

 

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Witch hunting in Sherbro, Sierra Leone

With a fearsome reputation and spellbinding show, the special powers of the Shenge will leave you mesmerised.

Walking on Minchinhampton Common

There are walks that get you from A to B, hikes that form a stretch of long-distance trail and then there are easy-going walks for no purpose other than to lift the soul. A walk on Minchinhampton Common does just that.

Outdoor adventure in Transylvania

If you’re looking for an action-packed activity holiday Transylvania is the place for you.

14 European national parks that you’ve probably never heard of

There are many national parks in Europe that remain fairly unknown. Here you can discover 14 of the best. Why miss out on visiting somewhere spectacular?

Five of the prettiest villages in Switzerland

Switzerland is full of stunning villages in idyllic settings; here are five of the best.

Seven reasons to visit Uruguay

This laidback country can certainly stand up to its bigger, brasher neighbours.

A party like no other: Uruguay’s Carnaval

Uruguay has the longest carnival season of any country, lasting over 80 days.

The Uruguayan gaucho

Author Tim Burford tells the story one of Uruguay’s most iconic symbols: the gaucho.