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Armenia’s diversity of experience and landscape is incredible, and the sheer number of things to see and do within such a small country is unbelievable; for instance, you can hike Mount Ararat, through canyons, explore the ruins of temples, and admire churches that were carved out of the sides of mountains. One of Armenia’s greatest …
Experience Lake Sevan and the Sevanavank Monastery of ArmeniaRead More
Roughly six miles outside of Palma, Spain is the dominating Bellver Castle. It covers nearly the entirety of Mallorca Island. Spain’s King James II ordered the castle to be built in 1300. The main portions of the castle took nine years to build, not including the ornamental designs that were added later. Around seventy subjects …
The Livonian Order originally possessed a castle in Poide, but when it was destroyed during the mass uprisings on the Night of St. George in 1343, they realized the need to rebuild. They chose the plot of land on Vaike River for its suitable harbor. Books that have been preserved by the Order chronicle the …
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, and the Island of Jura. The Clan Chieftains still also have land in …
A History of the Maclean Clan’s Home – Duart Castle ScotlandRead More
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 a true natural wonder. The volume of water is perhaps a bit excessive, …
Fantastic Day Hikes to Skógafoss Waterfall in IcelandRead More
The Black Sea sits in the easternmost corner of Europe and six countries surround this beautiful body of water. It is also connected to Mediterranean Sea by way of the Bosporus Strait and the Dardanelles Strait. Theories abound as to how The Black Sea came to be known as such. Many assume it is derived …
