February 28, 2018: Ait-Ben-Haddou, Morocco
Professor Abe visits the picturesque town of Ait-Ben-Haddou, Morocco. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a very photogenic destination.
Architecture
In Egypt: The Egyptian Museum
On her last day in Cairo, PortMoresby visits the famous Egyptian Museum, in its last days as the primary home to the treasures of ancient Egypt.
Hunawihr: Peaceful Village, Armed Camp
A quiet and beautiful village in Alsace had a violent past, seen in its fortified church and surrounding castles.
The Frick Museum and Gardens, Pittsburgh (Where Gumbo Was #257)
George G visits the lovely Frick House and Gardens in Pittsburgh, and shares the history of the home, its gardens and wonderful car collection!
In Egypt: Three Houses
Two in Islamic Cairo, one in the Citadel, PortMoresby visits the city's historic house museums.
A Day in Rouen, France
Normandy's capital, with much more to offer than Joan of Arc and the much-painted cathedral.
Grand Hotel, Nuwara Eliya
We visit the Grand Hotel in Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka. Situated in the heart of the tea growing region of the country, the cooler climate of the region was popular with the English who lived here during the 19th century. The Grand Hotel itself is a beautiful relic of the period of British Colonial rule on the island.
Jama Masjid, Delhi (Where Gumbo was #256)
Gumbo was visiting the largest mosque in Delhi, known as Jama Masjid. It is a project of the great Mughal Emperor, Shah Jahan, who also built the Taj Mahal and the Red Fort. A very worthwhile stop while visiting Delhi.
In Egypt: Islamic Cairo
On the second of 3 days in Cairo, PortMoresby visits Islamic Cairo, led by her knowledgeable guide, Ahmed.
A Rambler in Strasbourg
PHeymont's fallen in love with Strasbourg, and shares some pictures and memories of a recent stay.
Europa Nostra shortlists neglected heritage
A heritage federation is asking help in finding saviors for some of Europe's most-endangered sites of interest.
Germany: Ein, zwei, drei...how many castles?
The German Castle Club is out to accurately count all the German castles: both those that are, and those that were. It's never been done before.
In Egypt: The Pyramids
After first thoughts of visiting 45 years ago, PortMoresby finally arrives in Egypt. This week begins the story of this long-postponed adventure.
Jan. 26, 2018: Under the Bridge, Paris
Paris's Pont d'Iena, seen from below.
Berlin's City Palace rebuild on track for 2019 opening
At least one Berlin construction project is on schedule: the reproduction of the old imperial City Palace in central Berlin.