Arco used to be a sleepy town in the Italian Dolomites. Then the world’s climbers discovered the attractions of its limestone cliffs. William Boston reports from northern Italy.

Despite, or perhaps because of, their repressive military leaders, the people of Burma are turning to Buddhism in unprecedented numbers. Fiona Dunlop reports from Yangon.

Gary Bowerman shares the highlights of the teeming, historic Chinese metropolis.

Abu Dhabi is experiencing a property boom – with supply and demand being created simultaneously. Matthew Brace reports on the phenomenon and considers its sustainability.

As Ghana celebrates its 50th anniversary of independence, CNN’s Jeff Koinange considers why many Ghanaians who have proved themselves abroad are now returning home.

With Marie Antoinette once again in the spotlight, the Palace of Versailles is now offering visitors the chance to get even closer to the queen. Dan Hayes reports.

The Middle East is known for its traditional geometric and calligraphic art forms. What is less well known is its thriving modern art scene, as James Bennett reports.

Yves Stranger follows in the footsteps of the 19th-century French poet Arthur Rimbaud and the green trail of the addictive stimulant khat across Ethiopia, to Djibouti and beyond.

In Bhutan, religion and environmentalism have joined forces to preserve the country’s largely unspoiled habitats. Nathan Ward experiences this alliance at the black-necked crane festival.

Thousands of years ago the Libyan Sahara was lush, pastoral and filled with animals. Then the climate changed dramatically – as ancient rock art testifies. Malcolm Smith investigates.