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Señora de Cao, the Tattooed Mummy of Peru

Incredible Queen, Goddess & Warrior in the Moche River Valley by Cornelius Myers The early morning sun splashed … [Read More...]

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Guatemala: The Pearls of Lake Atitlán

by Troy Herrick  Lake Atitlán, nestled within the fog-shrouded mountains of the Guatemalan highlands, is graced with … [Read More...]

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Historical Agra, India

Treasures of a Bygone Empire by Susmita Sengupta  The city of Agra in North India is synonymous with the Taj Mahal, … [Read More...]

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Legend of the “Hunderprest” Vampire of Melrose Abbey

Melrose, Scotland by Norman A. Rubin In the heart of the Scottish Borders, Melrose is the perfect holiday … [Read More...]

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Peru: Off the Gringo Trail in Sipán

by Irene Butler With the uncovering of over 1000 ceramic pots containing food for the afterlife, archaeologist Walter … [Read More...]

Piazza dell’Duomo, Pistoia

Italy: Pistoia, a Capital Idea

by Sarah Humphreys Pistoia, an almost forgotten corner of Tuscany, has only recently begun to feature on the tourist … [Read More...]

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Louisiana: The Ultimate Destination for History, Flavor, and Opportunity

Louisiana is more than just a state—it’s a cultural treasure trove where history, music, food, and innovation converge. … [Read More...]

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Liverpool Black History Walking Tour (part 2 of 3)

This is the 2nd of three articles by Lee Ruddin about slavery in Liverpool and a walking tour of the city where evidence … [Read More...]

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Washington D.C.: Ford’s Theater and the Peterson House

THE PRESIDENT WAS ASSASSINATED! by Wynne Crombie As my feet stepped down upon the brick street, I thought about that … [Read More...]

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The Top 10 Places to Visit in Himachal Pradesh

Nestled amidst the majestic peaks of the Himalayas, Himachal Pradesh stands as a testament to nature's grandeur and … [Read More...]

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The Wedding, Ethiopian Style

Abdurafi, Ethiopia by Richard Currie It’s wedding season in Abdurafi, Ethiopia. Wedding season comes but once a … [Read More...]

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Market Day in Vushtrri, Kosovo

by Anthony Barilla On the bus to Vushtrri (also spelled Vučitrn) I sat near the rear door with my legs hanging down … [Read More...]

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