Jerash in northern Jordan is noted for its well-preserved Roman ruins, one of the largest in the world.
Beaumaris Castle, Edward I of England’s architectural masterpiece built from 1295 to protect his territorial gains in the region. The historic castle is a world heritage listed site considered to be one of the most…
The Convent of Christ (Convento de Cristo) in Tomar, Portugal is a former Roman Catholic convent that is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the 12th century, it was originally the Convent of the…
The Tower of Belem was built around 1514 on the banks of the Tagus River to defend the port of Lisbon. Built during the city of Lisbon’s Golden Age, the monument was ceremonial gateway to…
Su Nuraxi di Barumini located on the island of Sardinia, is one of the world’s most fascinating archaeological sites, a window into an ancient and uniquely advanced Bronze Age civilisation.
Lahore Fort is the main attraction in Lahore’s old walled city, housing the marble palaces, mosques, and lush gardens from the city’s golden age under the Mughal dynasty, when Lahore became the place of royal…
Mount Nebo is a revered holy site. According to the Hebrew Scriptures, Moses, who led the Israelites in an exodus out of Egypt across the desert for 40 years.
Highlights of Iran | Persepolis Persepolis was once the capital of an empire that ruled a territory that covered Egypt to India. It is one of the wonders of the ancient world. The Achaemenid Kings…
The Great Wall of China is, first and foremost, a remarkable feat of human ingenuity, perseverance and construction. It offers a multi-dimensional insight into ancient Chinese history. From how the wall was constructed, to the…
Egypt’s Philae Temple is one of the most picturesque in the country and the complex is one of the most fascinating ancient sights in the world.
Al-Qarawiyyin Library and University, Fez There is something magical about the medina, or old city, of Fez. Many liken it to stepping back in time as travellers get lost amongst the labyrinthine sandstone walls of…