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fromArchDaily
6 months ago
Design

Humayunis Tomb Site Museum / Vir.Mueller Architects

The Site Museum enhances visitor experience, linking historical sites through a design rooted in Mughal architectural traditions and nature.
fromThe Good Life France
2 days ago
Wine

One of the prettiest villages in Provence | Les Baux-de-Provence - The Good Life France

Les Baux-de-Provence offers a unique blend of history, art, and stunning landscapes, making it one of the prettiest villages in Provence.
fromwww.bbc.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Beneath the floorboards at Banqueting House

The Banqueting House is undergoing renovations to enhance its historical authenticity, with discoveries revealing interesting artifacts from the past.
fromredBus Blog
5 months ago
Alternative transportation

Discover Kochi: 20 Must-Visit Destinations in the Queen of the Arabian Sea - redBus Blog

Kochi is a vibrant city blending history, culture, and nature, offering diverse experiences for every traveler.
fromArchDaily
6 months ago
Design

Humayunis Tomb Site Museum / Vir.Mueller Architects

The Site Museum enhances visitor experience, linking historical sites through a design rooted in Mughal architectural traditions and nature.
fromThe Good Life France
2 days ago
Wine

One of the prettiest villages in Provence | Les Baux-de-Provence - The Good Life France

Les Baux-de-Provence offers a unique blend of history, art, and stunning landscapes, making it one of the prettiest villages in Provence.
fromwww.bbc.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Beneath the floorboards at Banqueting House

The Banqueting House is undergoing renovations to enhance its historical authenticity, with discoveries revealing interesting artifacts from the past.
fromredBus Blog
5 months ago
Alternative transportation

Discover Kochi: 20 Must-Visit Destinations in the Queen of the Arabian Sea - redBus Blog

Kochi is a vibrant city blending history, culture, and nature, offering diverse experiences for every traveler.
more#cultural-heritage
fromianVisits
6 days ago
London

London's Pocket Parks: St Thomas's Recreation Ground, E9

Hackney's hidden pocket park was once a graveyard, showcasing a unique historical transition from burial site to public space.
#washington-dc
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
6 days ago
Washington DC

A History Buff's Guide to Washington, DC - Washingtonian

Washington DC has numerous historical sites beyond major museums and memorials, offering history buffs diverse experiences.
Ford's Theatre and the Frederick Douglass National Historic Site are top attractions for exploring American history.
more#washington-dc
#tourism
fromianVisits
7 months ago
London

Tickets Alert: Tours of a Roman London gatehouse

The Roman Gatehouse in London is a significant yet overlooked historical site worth visiting for its insights into Roman architectural history.
fromwww.echo-news.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Top ten castles revealed by English Heritage's Facebook followers

Dover Castle is the most iconic English fortress, recognized for its historical significance and stunning views, as voted by English Heritage followers.
fromTravel + Leisure
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Ultimate Guide to Jordan's 'Lost City' - What to Do, See, and Eat in Petra

Petra, Jordan, is a historical and archaeological treasure, now attracting around one million tourists annually, with much of it still unexplored.
fromMedievalists.net
3 weeks ago
History

Dozens of Medieval Sites Across Scotland Reopen for Spring Season - Medievalists.net

Over 30 historic sites in Scotland have reopened for the spring and summer season, inviting visitors to explore the nation's rich medieval heritage.
fromianVisits
7 months ago
London

Tickets Alert: Tours of a Roman London gatehouse

The Roman Gatehouse in London is a significant yet overlooked historical site worth visiting for its insights into Roman architectural history.
fromwww.echo-news.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Top ten castles revealed by English Heritage's Facebook followers

Dover Castle is the most iconic English fortress, recognized for its historical significance and stunning views, as voted by English Heritage followers.
fromTravel + Leisure
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Ultimate Guide to Jordan's 'Lost City' - What to Do, See, and Eat in Petra

Petra, Jordan, is a historical and archaeological treasure, now attracting around one million tourists annually, with much of it still unexplored.
fromMedievalists.net
3 weeks ago
History

Dozens of Medieval Sites Across Scotland Reopen for Spring Season - Medievalists.net

Over 30 historic sites in Scotland have reopened for the spring and summer season, inviting visitors to explore the nation's rich medieval heritage.
more#tourism
fromMedievalists.net
4 weeks ago
History

How strong were Gunpowder Weapons in the Middle Ages? - Medievalists.net

This episode explores historical topics such as gunpowder weapons, Gilles de Rais, and noteworthy medieval sites.
#architecture
fromThe Good Life France
1 month ago
Paris food

A taste of history in Nancy Lorraine - The Good Life France

Nancy offers a blend of stunning architecture and rich culinary experiences, making it a top destination for food lovers and history enthusiasts alike.
fromArchitectural Digest
7 months ago
Design

Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio: Everything You Need to Know About the Architect's First Home

Frank Lloyd Wright's Home and Studio is essential for understanding his early career and architectural innovations.
fromThe Good Life France
1 month ago
Paris food

A taste of history in Nancy Lorraine - The Good Life France

Nancy offers a blend of stunning architecture and rich culinary experiences, making it a top destination for food lovers and history enthusiasts alike.
fromArchitectural Digest
7 months ago
Design

Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio: Everything You Need to Know About the Architect's First Home

Frank Lloyd Wright's Home and Studio is essential for understanding his early career and architectural innovations.
more#architecture
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

From the Allen house to the Waldorf school: What was destroyed - and spared - in the fires

The Pacific Palisades and Altadena fires reveal a complex interplay of loss and memory in the context of L.A.'s landscape history.
#havering
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
7 months ago
London

Churches, park and RAF museum among historic sites named as 'heritage assets'

Havering's Local Heritage List features 33 sites recognized for their historical value, ensuring their protection and awareness in the planning process.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Havering's long-lost swimming pools captured in old photos - including 'wonder' pool

Historic pools in Havering have been replaced or demolished, reflecting the evolution of local swimming facilities over time.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
7 months ago
London

Churches, park and RAF museum among historic sites named as 'heritage assets'

Havering's Local Heritage List features 33 sites recognized for their historical value, ensuring their protection and awareness in the planning process.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Havering's long-lost swimming pools captured in old photos - including 'wonder' pool

Historic pools in Havering have been replaced or demolished, reflecting the evolution of local swimming facilities over time.
more#havering
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

The 'desirable' Essex commuter town Lord Sugar calls home

Chigwell's blend of urban and rural living makes it a highly desirable location in the UK, particularly for commuters.
#mental-health
fromFuncheap
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

EAST BAY: Hike to 1900s Mansion Ruins + Towering Palms (Feb. 1-2)

The Belgum Sanitarium was a retreat for the wealthy's mentally ill, now in ruins amid the beauty of Wildcat Canyon.
fromFuncheap
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

EAST BAY: Hike to 1900s Mansion Ruins + Towering Palms (Feb. 1-2)

The Belgum Sanitarium, once a retreat for the elite's mentally ill, is now a ruin accessible via Wildcat Canyon's beautiful hiking trail.
fromFuncheap
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

EAST BAY: Hike to 1900s Mansion Ruins + Towering Palms (Feb. 1-2)

The Belgum Sanitarium was a retreat for the wealthy's mentally ill, now in ruins amid the beauty of Wildcat Canyon.
fromFuncheap
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

EAST BAY: Hike to 1900s Mansion Ruins + Towering Palms (Feb. 1-2)

The Belgum Sanitarium, once a retreat for the elite's mentally ill, is now a ruin accessible via Wildcat Canyon's beautiful hiking trail.
more#mental-health
fromianVisits
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Tickets Alert: Open days to visit Pope's Grotto

Pope's Grotto, dug in the 1720s, is now a public attraction, showcasing 18th-century architecture and history.
#archaeology
fromMedievalists.net
3 months ago
History

Archaeologists Explore Medieval French Church - Medievalists.net

Saint-Philibert Church excavation reveals profound insights into its historical evolution through continuous burials and architectural changes over centuries.
fromMail Online
8 months ago
OMG science

Quarry discovered that links to roads walked by Jesus 2,000 years ago

Archaeologists discovered an ancient quarry in Jerusalem, likely used to carve stones for paving streets during the time of Jesus.
History
fromMedievalists.net
3 months ago

Archaeologists Explore Medieval French Church - Medievalists.net

Saint-Philibert Church excavation reveals profound insights into its historical evolution through continuous burials and architectural changes over centuries.
fromMail Online
8 months ago
OMG science

Quarry discovered that links to roads walked by Jesus 2,000 years ago

Archaeologists discovered an ancient quarry in Jerusalem, likely used to carve stones for paving streets during the time of Jesus.
more#archaeology
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

The other side of Egypt: Much more than the pyramids

Egypt offers rich experiences beyond the Nile, including the serene, picturesque Siwa Oasis.
History
fromSmithsonian Magazine
3 months ago

Inside the Struggle to Preserve Georgia's Butler Island, Home to a Notorious Plantation

Butler Island's history represents the harsh realities of slavery, with a focus on the resilience of the enslaved people who worked the land.
fromwww.echo-news.co.uk
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

See the spectacular sights of English Heritage's winter gardens

English Heritage gardens are captivating in winter, showcasing unique landscapes and blooming snowdrops, providing year-round interest for visitors.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Digital life

On Avignon's Ancient Ramparts, Modern Messages Denounce Rape Culture'

The historical ramparts of Avignon serve as a backdrop to contemporary feminist activism against violence towards women.
fromIndependent
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

My my it's Waterloo House - a top-class Cork stud farm on 60ac with a six-bed mansion for 2m

Waterloo House, built in 1815, is a well-preserved Georgian home, reflecting significant historical events and architectural style.
History
fromSmithsonian Magazine
4 months ago

Four Decades After the Fall of Argentina's Dictatorship, a Fight Over the Country's Darkest Chapter Is Reopening Grievous Wounds

The former Navy School of Mechanics in Buenos Aires was a notorious secret detention and torture center during Argentina's military dictatorship.
fromwww.echo-news.co.uk
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Experience diverse Mediterranean destinations in our Cruise of The Week!

The Ambience cruise provides a unique experience of Europe and North Africa over 33 nights, featuring diverse cultural and scenic highlights.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 months ago
London

London's 900-year-old Smithfield meat market to close as Dagenham move abandoned

Smithfield meat market may shut down after 900 years; relocation plans halted due to rising costs and inflation.
#nature
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 months ago
NYC real estate

25 of the USA's most underrated destinations

The U.S. has numerous underrated travel destinations worth exploring, from historical sites to natural getaways.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Sea nymphs and an ancient ritual readers' best photos

Nature's encounters surprise with each visit, showcasing wildlife and unique experiences in locations like parks and historical sites.
fromredBus Blog
7 months ago
OMG science

Exploring Dharwad: The Best Places to Visit in the Cultural Hub of Karnataka

Dharwad offers a diverse cultural and natural experience along with significant historical sites.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 months ago
NYC real estate

25 of the USA's most underrated destinations

The U.S. has numerous underrated travel destinations worth exploring, from historical sites to natural getaways.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Sea nymphs and an ancient ritual readers' best photos

Nature's encounters surprise with each visit, showcasing wildlife and unique experiences in locations like parks and historical sites.
fromredBus Blog
7 months ago
OMG science

Exploring Dharwad: The Best Places to Visit in the Cultural Hub of Karnataka

Dharwad offers a diverse cultural and natural experience along with significant historical sites.
more#nature
fromFuncheap
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Alcatraz City Cruises: Alcatraz Behind The Scenes Tour (Nov. 3-Mar. 8)

Experience the exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Tour of Alcatraz for a deeper exploration of its hidden areas and history.
fromSecret NYC
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Over 100-Year-Old Dog's Grave In Green-Wood Cemetery Shrouded In Sticks, Not Flowers

Rex, a deceased dog, symbolizes loyalty and compassion, drawing visitors to Green-Wood Cemetery who leave sticks to honor him.
fromWIRED
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Dark Tourism' Appeals to Travelers Captivated by Death

Dark tourism allows travelers to engage with historical trauma and evoke strong emotions while remaining in a safe environment.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Our ghost meter went crazy' : we played horror games all night in a haunted prison

Shepton Mallet prison enhances horror gaming experiences with its rich, haunted history, providing atmospheric settings for paranormal enthusiasts.
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago
US news

Fire Destroys Grandstand From A League of Their Own'

Jay Littleton Ball Park, a historical site featured in 'A League of Their Own', was destroyed in a fire.
#south-east-london
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
10 months ago
London

The top six summery walks to explore in south east London this June

June in south east London is perfect for leisurely strolls due to warm weather, lush scenery, longer daylight hours, and historical sites.
Exploring parks like Avery Hill Park, Bostall Woods, and Beckenham Place Park offers a mix of nature, history, and picturesque landscapes.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
11 months ago
London

The luxury Sidcup party house with a pool near two Bridgerton filming locations

Luxurious manor house near Bridgerton filming locations in south east London.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
10 months ago
London

The top six summery walks to explore in south east London this June

June in south east London is perfect for leisurely strolls due to warm weather, lush scenery, longer daylight hours, and historical sites.
Exploring parks like Avery Hill Park, Bostall Woods, and Beckenham Place Park offers a mix of nature, history, and picturesque landscapes.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
11 months ago
London

The luxury Sidcup party house with a pool near two Bridgerton filming locations

Luxurious manor house near Bridgerton filming locations in south east London.
more#south-east-london
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