Tag: UNESCO World Heritage sites

UNESCO World Heritage Sites recognized across the globe for their cultural, historical, or natural significance. This archive brings together destinations officially listed by UNESCO, including ancient cities, archaeological sites, historic landmarks, cultural landscapes, and natural wonders that have been preserved for their outstanding value to humanity.

Mountains, Nature

Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: More Than the Avatar Mountains

There are some places on earth that are a living fantasy. What you see in fantasy movies and imagine in fantasy books can be found right here on Earth. One of those places is the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in Hunan, China. Often described as otherworldly, Zhangjiajie is extraordinary in every sense of the word. As China’s first national forest park, established in 1982, it … Continue reading Zhangjiajie National Forest Park: More Than the Avatar Mountains

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Historics, Towns and Cities

Sultanahmet Square for First Timers: Must do Things in the Heart of Istanbul

There are cities you visit, and then there are cities that become a permanent part of your memories. The sights, the sounds, and the experience stay with you long after you’ve left and continue to stay with you in the stories you tell. Sultanahmet Square in Istanbul is one such place. It’s safe to even say that it is the heart of Istanbul where its … Continue reading Sultanahmet Square for First Timers: Must do Things in the Heart of Istanbul

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Archaeology

Petra Monastery Trail: A Closer Look at the Ancient Backdoor Route to Ad-Deir

Far from the Siq and the crowds that line in front of the Treasury lies another way into Petra. This one was a quieter path, a back door hiking route to the monastery that follows the same paths the Nabataeans once used to travel between Little Petra (Siq al-Barid aka the Cold Siq) and the sandstone highlands surrounding Ad-Deir (the Monastery). These trails weren’t made … Continue reading Petra Monastery Trail: A Closer Look at the Ancient Backdoor Route to Ad-Deir

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Forests and Jungles, Nature, Wildlife Sanctuaries

Epic Things to do in Madagascar You Won’t Find Anywhere Else

When most people hear the word Madagascar, their minds jump straight to the animated movie of Alex, Marty, Melmon and Gloria. And who can forget the fun King Julian and the badass penguins? But beyond the big screen, the real Madagascar is even wilder and far more wonderous. This island nation off Africa’s southeast coast is a living treasure chest of surreal landscapes, rare wildlife … Continue reading Epic Things to do in Madagascar You Won’t Find Anywhere Else

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Archaeology

The Petra Main Trail: See the Rose City’s Most Important Monuments in a Day

The most walked by travelers and once walked by the Nabateans that built the Rose City – the Main Trail of Petra is how you will see the city’s most iconic sites and even the lesser-known ones in a single day. The Trail starts at the Petra Visitor Center before sloping down into the valley, into the grandiose Siq, and deeper to a world where … Continue reading The Petra Main Trail: See the Rose City’s Most Important Monuments in a Day

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Archaeology, Historics, Religious Places

Göreme Open-Air Museum: Sacred Cave Churches in Cappadocia

Beneath the soft curves of Cappadocia’s surreal landscape lies a world shaped by centuries of faith and resilience. The Göreme Open-Air Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985, was once a thriving monastic center for early Christians escaping persecution and punishments of war. After Christianity was legalized in the Roman Empire, the region became a spiritual refuge during the Arab-Byzantine wars. Christians who fled … Continue reading Göreme Open-Air Museum: Sacred Cave Churches in Cappadocia

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Archaeology

Map of Petra – The Complete Petra Trails Guide of The Rose City

“A red-rose city, half as old as time”– John William In a world that’s unlike anything else, surrounded by pink stones and valleys unlike anywhere else, stands the ruins of a rock-cut city that still ignites wonder and awe in its visitors. Built by the Nabateans in the 3rd century, Petra, known as the Rose City, with its pink colored sands and equally rose-colored rocks … Continue reading Map of Petra – The Complete Petra Trails Guide of The Rose City

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Archaeology

The Temple of Philae: Sanctuary of Isis, the Rosetta Stone and the Last Hieroglyph of Ancient Egypt

One of the most beautiful Egyptian temples in the land of the pyramids and its secrets is the Temple of Philae, aka the Temple of Isis. Surrounded by blue waters and bluer skies, this place is a must visit temple in Egypt that tells the tales of the pharaohs, the birth of the gods and the invasion of the Romans. Don’t miss Philae Temple in … Continue reading The Temple of Philae: Sanctuary of Isis, the Rosetta Stone and the Last Hieroglyph of Ancient Egypt

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Historics, Religious Places

Hagia Sophia: Istanbul’s symbol of Religious Co-existence and Byzantine Brilliance

No mosque in all of Turkey, or perhaps even the world, is quite like the Hagia Sophia. Not just in beauty, but also in aesthetics, religious co-existence, engineering, the jaw dropping décor and the iconic yellow hues. With cathedral-like chandeliers and an atmosphere that is beautifully balanced between that of a mosque and the past of a church, Hagia Sophia is a must-see place in … Continue reading Hagia Sophia: Istanbul’s symbol of Religious Co-existence and Byzantine Brilliance

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Historics, Kingdoms

Nijo Castle: Witness the Power of Tokugawa Shoguns

Nijo Castle is a symbol of the immense power wielded by the Tokugawa shoguns who ruled Japan for over two centuries. A UNESCO World Heritage site, visitors can step into the epicenter of what was once a political might during the Edo period. Nijo Castle stands apart as a unique blend of history and artistry, with its intricate carvings and lavish interiors, and unique aspects that sets it apart as a one-of-a-kind destination in Kyoto. Continue reading Nijo Castle: Witness the Power of Tokugawa Shoguns

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