Known as The Hardest Working Man in Show Business, James Brown’s start in life was somewhat rough. He was born in South Carolina to a 16-year-old mother and 22-year-old father, neither of whom were working. His family lived in below-average poverty, and in 1938, the family moved to Augusta, Georgia, and stayed with an aunt …
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Bancroft Tower – Worcester, Massachusetts
In the midst of wealthy homes, great trees and landscapes, the Bancroft Tower stands at the top of a hill. Looking like something built by the mighty Vikings, this castle tower as actually built by a railroad baron’s son, Stephen Salisbury III. According to history, Salisbury had no wife and no heirs, so his amassed …
Huacachina – Peru
Just a short five-hour drive south of Peru’s capital city of Lima is a small, desert town – an oasis – known as Huacachina. Ten minutes from the city center of Ica, you’ll see a blue lagoon with palm trees and dunes surrounding it – seem out of place? For native Peruvians in the 40s, …
Capuchin Crypt – Via Veneto, Rome
Of all the places in the world you’d expect to find a crypt of this type, Rome’s Via Veneto doesn’t come to mind. Amidst the district’s 4-star hotels, pricey eateries, and swanky hangouts, there is a centuries old ossuary – five chamber’s worth – exquisitely decorated in delicately wrought patterns. Oh, and its completely constructed …
Bolton Strid – Yorkshire, England
If the idea of adrenaline-pumping danger beckons you, this unique natural wonder will excite you. Located in Yorkshire, between Bolton Abbey and the Barden Tower, a tiny stream coming down the mountain looks innocent enough, however, it is not. It is about six feet across and is known as Bolton Strid – by locals as …
Crooked Forest – Poland
Just outside of the small town of Gryfino, Poland, a strangely eerie forest exists. A peculiar collection of trees, curved near the base, is aptly name the Crooked Forest. It remains veiled in mystery, even though many theories have been given throughout the years. At the end of the day, no one has the official …