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Viñales Valley

Viñales Valley is a stunning and unique valley that is located in the Pinar del Río Province within the western part of the [...]

Commissioner’s House

Bermuda, North America

The Commissioner’s House is a remarkable example of Georgian architecture and a significant piece of the island’s colonial history it is located within [...]

Kerma

Africa, Sudan

The ancient city of Kerma is one of the oldest urban centers that can be found in Africa and it was the heart [...]

Key Gompa

Asia, India

Key Gompa, also known as Key Monastery, is one of the most iconic and revered Buddhist monasteries that is located in the Spiti [...]

Devín Castle

Europe, Slovakia

Devín Castle is a formidable historical fortress that is perched on a dramatic cliff overlooking the confluence of the Danube and Morava Rivers [...]

Huascarán National Park

Peru, South America

Huascarán National Park is an important national park comprised mostly of the Cordillera Blanca which is part of the Andes Mountains in the [...]

Leleuvia Island

Fiji, Oceania

Leleuvia Island is a small but very breathtaking island located in the Lomaiviti Archipelago, to the east of the island of Viti Levu, [...]

Xunantunich

Belize, Central America & the Caribbean

Xunantunich is a historically significant Maya archaeological site located in the western part of the Central American nation of Belize, near the border [...]

Fall Creek Falls

North America, USA

Fall Creek Falls is a stunning natural wonder renowned for its impressive cascade and the surrounding beauty of the wilderness which is located [...]

Historic Milestones

The Battle of Hastings: The Norman Conquest of England

Historic Milestones

Read time ca. 7 minutes The causes of the Battle of Hastings were a dynastic conflict which arose after England’s King Edward the [...]

Gothic Architecture: Reaching for the Heavens

Historic Milestones

Read time ca. 5 minutes The Gothic architecture which emerged in the 12th century, revolutionized the way buildings were designed, constructed, and experienced [...]

The Great Schism: The Formal Split Between East and West

Historic Milestones

Read time ca. 6 minutes The seeds of the Great Schism were sown centuries before 1054 AD, rooted in theological, political, linguistic, and [...]

Icons of History

Jesse James: Outlaw of the American West

Icons of History

Read time ca. 6 minutes Jesse James was one of the most notorious outlaws of the American West who has captivated imaginations for [...]

Victor Hugo: The Voice of Romanticism and Social Justice

Icons of History

Read time ca. 4 minutes Victor Hugo, who was born on 26 February 1802 in Besançon, France, is one of the most celebrated [...]

Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin: A Pioneer in Astronomy

Icons of History

Read time ca. 3 minutes Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin who was born on 10 May 1900 in Wendover, England, was a trailblazing astronomer whose revolutionary [...]

Meaning Unveiled

From Poker in Dublin to Tennis in Melbourne: Why Geography Matters for Global Events

Meaning Unveiled

Read time ca. 5 minutes Why does location diversity boost global events? A few key reasons include the following: Wider Fan Engagement: Events [...]

The Meaning of the Color Turquoise in Native American Culture

Meaning Unveiled

Read time ca. 4 minutes Of all the rich symbolism in Native American cultures, few colors are as rich spiritually and culturally as [...]

Beyond the Drive: Unveiling the True Value of a Heathrow Chauffeur

Meaning Unveiled

In the bustling symphony of modern life, where every second counts and convenience reigns supreme, the chauffeur transforms travel into an art. More [...]

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Top 10 Most Entertaining and Educational Websites for Kids

Top 10 Edition

Kids today can get more information and entertainment online than ever before. Not all online content, though, is the same. As parents and [...]

Top 10 Things To Do in Bangkok for First-Time Visitors

Top 10 Edition

Thailand is a country where ancient temples and floating markets meet rooftop bars and street food vendors. For first-time visitors, this vibrant land [...]

Top 10 Reasons to Choose Car Subscriptions for the Modern Traveler

Top 10 Edition

Not every traveler wants to live out of a suitcase forever, and not every trip needs to come with a flight every few [...]

The Story in the Frame

Grandmother Giving Soup to Her Grandchild by Albert Anker

The Story in the Frame

Grandmother Giving Soup to Her Grandchild by Albert Anker is a heartwarming painting depicting a family life and intergenerational care which was painted [...]

The Apotheosis of the Spanish Monarchy by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo

The Story in the Frame

The Apotheosis of the Spanish Monarchy is one of the most breathtaking frescoes that have been ever created by the Italian painter Giovanni [...]

The Bassoon Player by Gerard Portielje

The Story in the Frame

Painted in 1886, The Bassoon Player is a charming and meticulously detailed genre painting by Belgian artist Gerard Portielje. Known for his ability [...]