The vast Angkor complex in Cambodia—the capital of the ancient Khmer empire—is one of the most incredible archaeological sites in the world and a must-see destination in Southeast Asia.

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Seeing the beautiful turquoise and azure tile mosaics adorning historic mosques, minarets and madrassas is a highlight of any visit to Uzbekistan.

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Helsinki, Finland, is a beautiful city with a rich architectural and design history, especially from the last 100 years or so. Here are a few of our favorite Helsinki design and architecture landmarks.

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Taipei, the capital of Taiwan, is home to the National Palace Museum, the world’s largest and finest repository of artworks from imperial China and a top highlight of any private tour.

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Many travelers are surprised to find that India has one of the largest concentrations of Art Deco in the world. One of the most spectacular representations of Art Deco in India is the legendary Umaid Bhawan Palace in the heart of Rajasthan.

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Artisans of Leisure arranges private tours of the Royal Delft Factory in Holland (The Netherlands), a great way to experience the history of Dutch decorative arts.

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Artisans of Leisure arranges exclusive visits to the renowned Tsarskoselskaya Amber Workshop near St. Petersburg, famous for recreating the legendary Amber Room in Catherine Palace.

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We recently caught up with the founder of Araminta Campbell, one of Scotland’s leading designers of luxurious handwoven tweeds and tartans. For a unique insider experience in Edinburgh, we can arrange an exclusive visit to the Araminta Campbell studio. 

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