Armenia: Buildings and Christianity In this post, we will look at examples of Armenia’s buildings and building design before and after its conversion to Christianity. Grigor Lusavorich, later Saint Gregory the Illuminator, was born and …
10 Unimaginable Destinations
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Archaeology, Blog, Cultural, heritage, over-50s, small-group
10 Unimaginable Destinations This article details 10 Unimaginable Destinations for travellers to visit in the world. Although much of the mystery of travel may seem diminished in the age of online search engines and low …
Uncovering Albania Albania sits on the Ionian and Adriatic Seas in southern Europe, bounded by Montenegro, Kosovo, Macedonia, and Greece. This small and mountainous country in the Balkan peninsula had roots in ancient Illyria, and …
The Ottoman Empire, c. 14th-20th centuries The Ottoman Empire once extended from Iraq to North Africa, from Arabia to the Balkans, even pressing to the walls of Hapsburg Vienna on two separate occasions. Originating from …
Exploring Britain’s Neolithic past
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Archaeology, Blog, History, over-50s, Scotland, small-group, United Kingdom
Exploring Britain’s Neolithic past Scattered across the islands of Great Britain are countless stone circles and monoliths. As successive waves of different peoples settled and lived in Britain, many would erect stone monuments and carve …
Clothes began in Georgia In September 2009, a team of researchers and experts from the United States, Israel, and the Republic of Georgia examined clay retrieved from the Dzudzuana Cave and discovered something that would, …
Silk Road Explorers – “Imperialist Villains” The Silk Road, extensive trade routes that once connected the East and the West, fell into decline in the 15th century due to several factors, among them the drying up …
History and Legacy of the Silk Road
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Archaeology, Art, Asia, Blog, China, History, small-group
The History and Legacy of the Silk Road The Silk Road (also called the Silk Routes) was an extensive system of trade routes formally established during the rule of China’s Han Dynasty. The routes traversed …
History of Santorini
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Archaeology, Architecture, Blog, Europe, History, mature-travelers, over-50s
History of Santorini: From the Minoans to the Greek Republic Santorini The history of the Greek islands of Santorini (or Thera) stretches back to the Neolithic Era more than 3,000 years ago. A place of great …
From Cairo to the NAC: Egypt Builds a New Capital City
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Archaeology, Blog, Cultural, Egypt, heritage, History, mature-travelers, over-50s
From Cairo to the NAC: Egypt Builds a New Capital City On July 11, 2018 Egyptian President Abdel Fatah al-Sisi laid the first stone of what was to become Egypt’s new capital. The city is …
Read the landscape (and beat the crowds!) One of the perils of modern tourism is crowds. We all know the feeling. After a long-haul flight, a hotel room, a train and much excitement and anticipation, …
Crete history for travellers Crete is one of the most beautiful and traditional regions of Greece. Although Cretans have fought generations of invaders, they are a people whose courtesy and hospitality is legendary. These lands …
Turkmenistan; journey for the curious Brimming with a vibrant population of around 5 million people, Turkmenistan is hospitable and welcoming to tourists, despite its history of political problems. Its vast landscape is mostly desert, with …
A Greek Odyssey Greece (Greek: Ελλάς, Hellas) is located in sun drenched Southern Europe, on the southernmost tip of the Balkan peninsula. It boasts extensive coastlines and islands in the Aegean, Ionian, and Mediterranean Seas. …
Dinosaurs, Palaeontology and Evolution: 10 of the Best Books for natural history lovers
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Archaeology, Blog, China, Dinosaurs, Reading lists for Travellers, Uncategorised
Dinosaurs, Palaeontology and Evolution: 10 of the Best Books for natural history lovers Palaeontology and archaeology: discovering the Earth’s past Palaeontology and archaeology are traditionally the domain of experts, but thanks to some excellent literature, …
Discover Egypt with ten great books
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Africa, Archaeology, Countries, Egypt, Reading lists for Travellers
Discover Egypt with ten great books. Egypt captures the imagination and heart of us all. It is often our introduction to ancient history, and the mysteries of the pyramids and myths of pharaohs remain alive …
Visiting Britain’s UK World Heritage Sites Visiting Britain’s world heritage sites.There are 31 spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the United Kingdom. Between them, they comprise some of the most spectacular and memorable cultural sites …
Bronze age civilisations of the Eastern Mediterranean Islands As you explore these islands and learn about the cradle of Western civilisation, ancient cultures and history will come to life. Visit magical Santorini, which contains a …
Malta; Megalithic temples, ‘fat ladies’, and the Hal Saflieni Hypogeum
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Archaeology, Cultural, Europe, History, Italian History, Malta
Malta; Megalithic temples, ‘fat ladies’, and the Hal Saflieni Hypogeum The tiny islands that comprise Malta, set in the middle of the Mediterranean sea, are home to prehistoric art andRead more
The History & monuments of ancient Iran Throughout history, Iran’s position astride the famous Silk Road has seen it crisscrossed by travellers, traders and armies. In more recent times, itsRead more
Travel to Iran, Visit Persepolis Throughout history, Iran’s position on the fabled Silk Road has seen it crisscrossed by travellers, traders and armies. Odyssey now offers the opportunity to exploreRead more