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Pashupatinath temple is a huge structure that looms over the banks of the Bagmati river, which ultimately joins the holy river Ganges. Hindu cremation ceremonies take place here on an industrial scale. Visitors are invited to observe the rituals which might seem a little strange, but to Hindus death is an important part of the journey of life.

In an interview with Macmillan GP Adviser Dr Charles Campion Smith, we discuss the reality of palliative care in Africa. Having recently from a trip to introduce palliative care in a northern region of Tanzania, Dr Campion Smith shares his insight into the needs and current provision of this vital service in the context of East Africa.

The Maasai are an extraordinary people with an even more extraordinary culture. They have lived in areas of Tanzania and Kenya for hundreds of years and graze their precious cattle in both countries even today.

We think an overseas placement with Work the World represents an exceptionally good deal. But what do you actually get for your money?

The second in our short series of blogs about customs, greetings and etiquette in our Asian destinations, this blog focuses on the beautiful and mystical country of Nepal.