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Jennifer Byrne

The Ark Fortress in Bukhara, Uzbekistan, one of many architectural wonders along the Silk Road.
Destinations

Travelling the Silk Road

On a magic-carpet ride along the Silk Road, Jennifer Byrne finds the shining blue towers and vivid history of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan even more striking than the poets’ promises.
Arabian sights
Destinations

Arabian sights

The sultanate of Oman combines a vast turquoise coastline and a desert heart with ancient legends and new-age luxury. Jennifer Byrne reports.