Europe is filled with delights, from food and nightlife to amazing natural landscapes. However, where Europe truly excels is in history. The Old Continent is home to some of the most incredible historical sites in the world; from Greeks, Romans, ancient Britons, and Moors to ancient sites, Medieval architecture, and the World Wars of the …
Travel History
Embark on a journey through time as we trace the lineage of the Ayutthaya Kingdom, an epoch that sculpted the contours of modern Thai culture. Once the most populous city in the world, Ayutthaya—nestled betwixt China, Malaysia, and Indonesia—was a bustling hub that embodied the zenith of trade and cultural synthesis in the 1700s. However, …
Step right up for a whirlwind tour through the forts of Minnesota, where each stone and timber tells a tale of yesteryear. These forts are Minnesota’s historical VIPs, having seen the comings and goings of traders, soldiers, and settlers galore. They’ve been the backdrops for tales of fur, fervor, and the forging of new frontiers. …
In the vibrant world of global celebrations, the festivals in Africa always have a unique charm and always stand out as a fabulous kaleidoscope of cultural exuberance. In this article, we’ll focus on some of the most fabulous cultural festivals in Africa you’ll want to attend. Keep in mind that most of these are not …
Are you intrigued by underwater structures and underwater cities that humanity have discovered throughout the years? Then relax, kick back, and keep reading; in this article we’ll cover most of the things we as humans know (which is honestly not a lot) about the underwater pyramids discovered in different parts of the world. A Brief …
If you ever came across our blog before, you probably know that in addition to travel, I’m also fascinated by history and love writing about some of the oldest cities of human civilization. Before, we have written extensively about the oldest cities in the world, oldest cities in Europe, the oldest cities in Asia, the …
Serbia might not have the coastal beauty of Croatia or the islands of Montenegro, but it more than makes up for it with its historic buildings and culture. From the rugged beauty of Golubac Fortress, cradling the waters of the Danube, to the haunting tales of Zemunska’s past, there’s a handful of fascinating historic castles in …
In a country renowned for its rich history and architectural marvels, one of the most captivating aspects of its heritage lay in the walled cities in France. Nestled throughout the picturesque French landscape, these enchanting urban enclaves transport visitors back in time, immersing them in a bygone era of fortifications, narrow cobblestone streets, and storied …
The famous Via Sacra used to be the main street in ancient Rome. It connected the Roman Forum to the top of Capitoline Hill and passed by some of the most important religious sites in the city. In this article, we’ll help you expand your knowledge about this legendary trip and help you plan your trip to …
Due to their late discovery in 1492, The Americas were called “The New World” for centuries. However, this doesn’t mean that there weren’t any forms of organized life in this part of the world before that. In fact, there are many cities in the Americas that were founded as early as the 10th century BC. …