Spent about 2 months (June 3 to August 10) this year travelling overland from the UK back to Hong Kong, since I study university in the UK and wanted to do some backpacking, especially exploring Central Asia. I have a Hong Kong passport so I am very fortunate since it would be difficult otherwise.

It's hard to answer where did I enjoy the most as I loved all the places I visited, but I feel turkey would be the answer, the people were the friendliest and the atmosphere, especially in Istanbul was unique. Uzbekistan was a close second, though I went in the hottest heatwave so did not spend much time outside lol, would definitely be first if the weather was tolerable. The people I met on this trip were all so welcoming and kind, and I met so many other backpackers, even in places you don't expect.

I wanted to keep the photography simple, so brought a small film camera, these are all film photos.

I had planned the trip for around a year before, but mostly figuring out the route.…