From forts to temples, the island’s colonial and Buddhist heritage is rich and varied.
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20 October 2010
America’s most famous prison is a fascinating, but sinister spot.
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14 October 2010
Salem, Lexington and Concord were important and influential in the early history of the United States.
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07 October 2010
Do not leave Seoul without taking a day tour to one of the weirdest and scariest spots on the planet.
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28 September 2010
Former presidents, military generals, artists and, most famously, Eva Perón, are buried here in fabulous mausoleums of stone and bronze.
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23 September 2010
Join the celebration of Mexico’s bicentennial by exploring the towns that gave birth to the revolution
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16 September 2010
The romance and history of England can be found along the length of the river, from green, rolling hills to the ocean.
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07 September 2010
The largest of the Dodecanese islands, it is packed with ancient sites, a labyrinthine Old Town and comfortable beachside tavernas, perfect for a lazy lunch in the shade.
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11 August 2010
The colossal Hakka earth buildings (Kejia tulou) are a unique vestige of an ancient, but slowly disappearing way of life in China.
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05 August 2010
The Great Temple of Ramses II was rediscovered two hundred years ago, carved out of a mountain on the Niles’ banks. The structure is a shrine to the pharaoh and primeval Egyptian gods.
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05 August 2010
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