The land on which Arlington National Cemetery now sits was once the land of Martha Washington's grandson, the step-grandson of the father of the nation, George Washington, Mr. George Washington Parke Custis. It was Custis' life-long venture to ... Read More >
Akershus Fortress of Oslo, Norway
The fortress at Akershus is one of Oslo, Norway's important identity markers. Within the walls, the center of the city was established in 1624. Today, Akershus remains an important landmark together with City Hall. Looking out to sea, this is Oslo's ... Read More >
A History of the Maclean Clan’s Home – Duart Castle Scotland
Meaning 'Son of Gillean', named after Gillean the Battle Axe (a warrior from the 1200s), the family name Maclean dates back to the ancient Kings of Dalriada. This clan's lands still remain where they began on Mull Island, Coll Island, Tiree Island, ... Read More >
The Victoria Mansion of Portland, Maine
Historic mansions were usually family homes, built for large families; but the Victoria Mansion was only built for a husband and wife – Ruggles and Olive Morse. Built over the span of two years, this summer home was finished in in 1860. Both ... Read More >
The Sovereign Nation of San Marino, Italy
Throughout history there are many regions which have sought sovereignty only to succumb to the amalgamation of their land with that of the surrounding regions. San Marino, on the other hand, is one state that has held onto its independence and ... Read More >
History of the Island Nation of Anguilla, British West Indies
Anguilla is a place unlike most other ancient sites. This island was originally known as Malliouhana, an AmerIndian term for a sea serpent shaped like an arrow. When Europeans first arrived, they renamed the island Anguilla, because of the ... Read More >
History of Flushing Meadows Corona Park – Long Island, New York
Flushing Meadows Corona Park has been the site of the World's Fair twice, and more recently immortalized in the original Men In Black movie, starring Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones. Flushing Meadows Corona Park is located in the literal heart, ... Read More >
Fantastic Day Hikes to Skógafoss Waterfall in Iceland
Waterfalls can be found around the world, from tiny trickling cascades to massive walls of water. But Iceland's waterfalls are a sure sight to behold, and Skógafoss is most notable; in fact, it has been called Iceland's most perfect waterfall. It is ... Read More >
Experience the History of Christ Church Cathedral – Dublin
The earliest surviving information places Dublin's Christ Church Cathedral in its current location as far back as circa 1030. Dublin's first bishop and Dublin's Norse king together founded the Viking Church, which was most likely under the rule of ... Read More >
England’s Avebury Henge
The World Heritage Site at Avebury is one of Neolithic Britain's amazing surviving ceremonial sites. The sequence in which the various mounds, ditches, circles, and banks were built is unknown. So as not to disturb the site, very limited ... Read More >
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