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Among the many wonderful palaces of Europe, Versailles is said to be the greatest and grandest of them all. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage site and is on almost every traveler’s list of “must see” destinations.
El Morro, the giant fortification that’s guarded San Juan Harbor for nearly 500 years, is the sight we saw before we saw it. Its image is everywhere when you do online research for a trip to Puerto Rico; its “garitas”—small domed…
Gumbo was visiting the magnificent Cathedral in Cologne, Germany. The puzzle destination was recognized rather quickly by Roderick Simpson — congratulations Roddy! I first saw Cologne’s Cathedral on a…
The Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou , designated a World Heritage Site since 1987, is a fortified city (or Ksar) located on the old caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech in the foothills of the southern slopes of the High Atlas.
I’m a huge fan of National Parks, and one of the most amazing parks anywhere is Volcanoes National Park on Hawaii’s Big Island. When you visit, you’ll know why it’s a UNESCO World Heritage site !
Quebec is one of the oldest cities in North America, founded in 1608, now a city of 500,000. It was built on a rocky promontory (Cap-Diamant) which provided excellent defensive views including of the St. Lawrence River. In this post we explore some of its signage.
Abbaye Royale de Fontevraud is situated in France’s western Loire Valley, a short drive from Chinon and Saumur. The name refers not only to Europe’s largest medieval abbey, built in the 12th century, but also to the medieval town that surrounds it.
Myanmar gets it first UNESCO World Heritage designation this year for the Pyu Ancient Cities of Halin, Beikthano and Sri Ksetra. They are three brick walled and moated cities. Read More: http://travel.france24.com/con…tage-list-first-time…
There are many fabulous places to see in Ireland, such as Knowth and Newgrange.
Among the many wonderful palaces of Europe, Versailles is said to be the greatest and grandest of them all. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage site and is on almost every traveler’s list of “must see” destinations.
El Morro, the giant fortification that’s guarded San Juan Harbor for nearly 500 years, is the sight we saw before we saw it. Its image is everywhere when you do online research for a trip to Puerto Rico; its “garitas”—small domed…
Gumbo was visiting the magnificent Cathedral in Cologne, Germany. The puzzle destination was recognized rather quickly by Roderick Simpson — congratulations Roddy! I first saw Cologne’s Cathedral on a…
The Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou , designated a World Heritage Site since 1987, is a fortified city (or Ksar) located on the old caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech in the foothills of the southern slopes of the High Atlas.
I’m a huge fan of National Parks, and one of the most amazing parks anywhere is Volcanoes National Park on Hawaii’s Big Island. When you visit, you’ll know why it’s a UNESCO World Heritage site !
Quebec is one of the oldest cities in North America, founded in 1608, now a city of 500,000. It was built on a rocky promontory (Cap-Diamant) which provided excellent defensive views including of the St. Lawrence River. In this post we explore some of its signage.
Abbaye Royale de Fontevraud is situated in France’s western Loire Valley, a short drive from Chinon and Saumur. The name refers not only to Europe’s largest medieval abbey, built in the 12th century, but also to the medieval town that surrounds it.
Myanmar gets it first UNESCO World Heritage designation this year for the Pyu Ancient Cities of Halin, Beikthano and Sri Ksetra. They are three brick walled and moated cities. Read More: http://travel.france24.com/con…tage-list-first-time…
There are many fabulous places to see in Ireland, such as Knowth and Newgrange.