Heraclitus once said that a road goes both ways, up and down, always. This is a perfect description for Vikos Gorge, as attested to by the many who have hiked this trail. The terrain is certainly varied, with valleys, vistas, and breathtaking views, and borders ski slopes and resort areas. Regardless of where you point …
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The Temples of Malta are the Oldest Temples in the World
The pyramids at Giza, Egypt, Teotihuacan, Mexico, and those found throughout Greece are widely known; however, there are temples on this planet, some of which are considerably older and much more well-preserved, that comparatively receive next to no attention at all – those of the island country of Malta. Malta is an island nation about …
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Visiting the Ruins of Puca Pucara, Peru
A short four-mile excursion outside of Cusco will bring you to the amazing ruins of Puca Pucara. Just up the mound from Sacsayhuaman outside of Q’enqo are what remains of an ancient settlement consisting of fortressed walls, several terraces, and fantastic Incan staircases. From atop this archaeological find, you can see the Cusco Valley, as …
Dragsholm Castle of Zealand Denmark
If ‘luxurious’ and ‘haunted’ are part of your bucket list ideas for adventure, a stay at the storied Dragsholm Castle in Denmark will live up to the best of both worlds. The castle dates back to roughly 1215 when it was the palace of Bishop of Roskilde, a property of the Church. At one point …
The Hotel Provincial of New Orleans
There are five separate buildings (numbered 100-500) that comprise the Hotel Provincial of New Orleans. Each building has its own colorful history. The hotel’s current owners purchased the property in the late 1960s and restored the buildings to better than their former glory. The first owner of the property on which 100 and 200 sit …
Glenrowan and the Great Ocean Road of Australia
When it comes to world culture, Australia is comparatively young. At the very least, the influence of European culture on the Australian continent is quite young. While the indigenous peoples of Australia are among the oldest on the planet, they have not experienced the technological or architectural advancements of other world cultures, such as the …