Checkout these best places to visit in Shimla like Annandale, Jakhoo Hill, Chadwick Falls, and many more to make the most of your 2023 weekends
Famous European cemeteries are culturally fascinating places to visit. They are a peaceful showcase for stunning funerary statuary.
One of these days, I hope to see this 500 year-old ghost town, perched precariously on top of a giant rock, sitting in a canyon somewhere in Yemen. I'd also like to see the world's oldest skyscraper city, known as Yemen's "Manhattan of the Desert". And then there's that island off the coast that UNE
Magical and untouched, Ireland is filled with misty moors and grassy knolls stretching as far as the eye can see. To tour this country of unparalleled beauty is to experience the hospitality and heritage of a people who possess authentically endearing charm. With a passion for centuries of music, literature, and dance, they extend a
Fountains Abbey, one of two World Heritage Sites in Yorkshire, and the River Skell. The ruinous twelfth century Cistercian foundation in Nidderdale is depicted in a British Railways poster of 1956. By this time, one of the nearest railheads to the abbey, Pateley Bridge, had closed to passengers. Artist Gyrth Russell (1892-1970), who was born at Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, specialised in landscapes and marine subjects. He studied art in America and, from 1912 to 1914, in Paris, at the Académie Julian and Atelier Colarossi. Russell produced poster art for British Railways and the Great Western Railway. He was an official war artist with the Canadian army during World War One, and took part in the Canadian War Memorial Exhibition. Russell exhibited jointly with the RI, RBA, SEA, SWA and RBC. He lived at Topsham, Devon, and latterly at Penarth, Glamorgan.
Below are some of the best UNESCO World Heritage Sites around the world. There are currently over 1,000 sites listed with UNESCO, so narrowing this list down to only 100 was quite the task. If we missed one of your favorite UNESCO sites, please let us know in the comments. 1. Angkor Wat, Cambodia Angkor […]
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UNESCO World Heritage sites that I have visited - Lots more to go but its a good start! Is anyone else out there 'collecting' UNESCO sites? Let me know!
This is the definitive guide to the most Instagrammable places in Edinburgh. Pretty streets, hidden gardens, popular landmarks, and more.
Though Jordan is a country steeped in history, Petra Jordan is by far its most famous attraction. Aptly-named, Petra means "stone" in Greek.
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Located on the Wine Route, between the vineyards and mountains, half-way between Strasbourg and Mulhouse, Ribeauvillé is an attractive town with 5000 ...
Heritage tourism is becoming an increasingly popular travel niche. Find out how to trace your own roots while you're on vacation.
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Read here for a detailed travel guide to Hue Imperial City Vietnam, including details on how to get there, entrance fee, things to see and dress code.
A Rare Look Inside 900-Year-Old Urnes Stave Church in Norway including detailed photos of the exterior and interior.
Conques is a UNESCO World heritage Site and on the list of the "Most beautiful villages in France". It is only 30km east of Figeac but quite different in terms of building materials and architectural style. Its location on the edge of the Dourdou gorge is stunning. The village retains parts of the old town wall and gates. The narrow cobbled streets are lined by well preserved houses. The main attraction is the 10th century Abbaye Sainte Foy, which made it an important stopping point on the pilgrims route to Santiago di Compostello.
Why did this Czech village of just 23 homes get put on the World Heritage List?
From the Works of Gaudi to the Catalan Romanesque Churches of the Vall de Boi, Catalonia boasts 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites worth visiting
UNESCO World Heritage site of Hattusa in the central Anatolian region between Cappadocia and the Black Sea that was home to the Hittite Empire. As a former ruling capital, uncovered artifacts and structural architecture have given historians great insights into this ancient civilization.
Planning a trip to Uzbekistan? In this Samarkand travel guide you’ll find everything you need to know from the best things to in Samarkand, where to stay…
The largest Romanesque church in the world, visiting Speyer Cathedral takes you inside a masterpiece of religious architecture.
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These pictures of Nova Scotia will inspire you to explore Canada's beautiful east coast right now. From Lunenberg to Peggy's Cove and The Cabot Trail to
17+ things to do in Tashkent, Uzbekistan - including the best bazaars, museums, monuments, and food.
The most underrated place we stopped in Scotland was easily Glencoe! On our way from Glenfinnan to Stirling, I knew we would drive through Glencoe. That was about the extent of planning I'd done! I knew there was a terrible massacre there, but I wasn't very informed on what we were driving…
The Kailasa temple, one of the largest rock-cut ancient Hindu temples on the planet, is a structure that seriously shatters everything we claim about history! This mindboggling temple wasn’t built (which would still have been weird considering how many details it has) but it was carved out of a mountain! Archaeologists have confirmed that over […]
One of the prettiest villages on Exmoor has to be Selworthy, a historic hamlet that looks like you’ve stepped back in time. Tucked away in the rolling hills of West Somerset, you’ll find a settlement
First-timer's guide to Telc, Czech Republic. What to expect when visiting Telc and what to see and do in this stunning UNESCO World Heritage town.
Last October I went to of Shirakawa-go. Read how I experienced Japan’s famous museum village and how I thoroughly enjoyed the rural beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
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The Wieskirche (Church of Wies) is an amazing UNESCO World Heritage site with amazing rococo frescos & one of the best day trips from Munich. Here is what you need to know.
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