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20 Extraordinary Tombs from Around the World
Human have been burying their dead for hundreds of thousands of years – at least 100,000 years, according to the consensus. Since then, the type of burial has varied, depending…
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Visiting Burghausen Castle – the World’s Longest Castle
In southern Germany, right on the border with Austria, stands one of the world’s most remarkable castles. It’s an easy day trip from Munich and is certified in the Guiness…
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13 Best Day Trips from Munich
There’s no disputing that Munich is the prime destination in southern Germany. But Munich isn’t just a great place to grab a maβ of beer; it’s a fantastic jumping point…
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The Last Craftsmen of Damascus
Syria is home to many incredible handicrafts – brocade-making, mosaic art, metalwork, glass-blowing, and more. But these artforms are in danger of dying out. As fewer and fewer young people…
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11 Best Things to Do in Damascus
Damascus is the capital and largest city of Syria. It’s also one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities on earth. The old city has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site…
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Syria – with travel tips!
There are few places on earth that have witnessed as much of human history as Syria. Sumerians, Akkadians, Egyptians, Babylonians, Nabateans, Roman, Byzantine, Arabs, Ottomans, and more have all made…
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9 Christian Sites in Syria
Before the arrival of Islam, Syria was predominantly a Christian country. While today a minority religion, Christianity continues to have a presence in the country. Syria is located in the…
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Religious Sites in Syria
Throughout its long history, Syria has been home to adherents of various religious traditions – Muslims, Christians, and Jews have all made their home here. Today, the country’s religious makeup…
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Best Castle in the World? Krak des Chevaliers
There are thousands of castles around the world. Some are well-preserved; others lie in ruins. Some were (and are) homes, others had a purely military function and some were built…