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Dec 23, 2015The Alhambra
Palace, castle, fortress, religious monument, garden, hotel. The Alhambra (Arabic for ¨the red one¨) encompasses all of these elements within its walls as a massive testament to religious harmony high above the Andalusian city of Granada.
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The Province That Surrounds Seoul — And Outshines It
Skip the Seoul Crowds. The Real Korea is in Gyeonggi.
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Aug 5, 2015Climb The Minister’s Tree House — The Largest of Its Kind In The World
In 1993, a man from the small town of Crossville, Tenn., had a profound vision from the heavens. According to myth, Minister Horace Burgess was told by God, “If you build me a tree house, I’ll see that you never run out of material.” Soon after, he quit his job and began construction on what is now the largest tree house in the world.
History
Jul 26, 2015Maximon Worship in Guatemala
The religious figure of Maximon offers evidence of a curious syncretism between traditional Mayan beliefs and Catholicism, which arrived in Guatemala along with the colonizing Spanish in 1524.
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12 Reasons to Visit Gozo, Malta’s Slower Sister Island
Gozo may be small in size, but Malta’s charming sister island offers a unique blend of natural beauty, deep-rooted history, rich culture and adventure. Gozo offers unforgettable experiences for every type of traveler. From picturesque villages and cliffside views to ancient temples and festive celebrations, the island invites visitors to slow down and savor the true Mediterranean lifestyle.
History
Jul 14, 2015Semana Santa: Holy Week in Antigua, Guatemala
Holy Week, or Semana Santa as it is known locally, is a huge event in Antigua. Devotees from all over Central America and tourists of all creeds from around the world flock to the colonial city to take in a series of spectacular parades.