Forts, castles, and magnificent ancient buildings that are still standing. Plus, churches, synagogues, and other monuments that are a testament to our faith.
São Jorge Castle or Castelo de São Jorge or St. George’s Castle, is a historic castle and one of Lisbon’s most iconic landmarks. Located on top of the São Jorge hill, the highest in Lisbon, right next to the historic Alfama District, São Jorge Castle is a treasure trove of Portuguese history.
Throughout history, Notre Dame has held importance in Frances’s political and cultural life. Notre Dame is a must-see attraction for anyone who visits Paris, whether you are a first-time or repeat visitor.
Built by Bosnian monks under the patronage of King Milutin of Serbia in 1317, Krupa Monastery is one of the oldest in Croatia. Home to books collections that are centuries old, walls displaying painted frescoes by Serbian monk Georgije Mitrofanović, and a collection of famous treasures.
Hidden within Rajasthan’s Aravalli Hills, Kumbhalgarh Fort is a magnificent representation of Rajputana’s architectural brilliance. Constructed in the 15th century by the renowned Rana Kumbha and the birthplace of Maharana Pratap’s, Kumbhalgarh Fort holds a wealth of history and fascinating stories.
Alsace is known for a lot of things, but one of its most famous landmarks is undoubtedly Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg.
Located on a hill in the Vosges mountains, this medieval castle stands as a testament to the region’s rich cultural heritage. From aristocratic inhabitants and powerful emperors to violent wars, there’s a lot of history here.
Fort Sumter stands as a symbol of America’s enduring spirit and is a must-visit in Charleston, South Carolina. Here’s everything you need to know about the Battle of Fort Sumter.
About St Paul’s Cathedral in Flinders Street, Victoria’s most visited sacred place. Built in the 1880s, the Melbourne Cathedral sees over 400,000 visitors a year. Find out more from Audrey of Victoria Uncovered.
In Inverness, the heart of the Scottish Highlands, a historic site filled with walkable castle ruins, Urquhart Castle is steeped in the legends and history that makes Scotland a land full of stories just waiting to be told.
The Metropolitan Cathedral of the Assumption of the Most Blessed Virgin Mary into Heaven in Mexico City is one of Latin America’s largest and oldest Roman Catholic cathedrals built in the 16th century.
The Holy Trinity Church, or Agia Triada, is a Byzantine era church that stands as an imposing beacon of faith on the verdant slopes of Lefkes village in Paros, Greece.
Salisbury Cathedral is an exquisite example of early English Gothic architecture with the tallest spire in the whole of the UK, and also home to the Magna Carta.
One of the most imposing cathedrals in Spain is Cadiz Cathedral in the coastal city of the same name in southern Spain. Recognized by its golden dome, it stands pompously between the promenade and the quaint Plaza de la Catedral square. It is one of the most prominent landmarks in Cadiz and one that you should not miss when visiting the city.
Perched on an ancient, extinct volcano called Castle Rock, Edinburgh Castle dominates the skyline of the Old Town of Edinburgh. Here’s what you need to know about the most-visited attraction in Edinburgh.
Cathedral of Campeche in Mexico is a breathtaking architectural masterpiece that withstood the test of time. Here’s what you need to know about the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception.
Montjuïc Castle is a historical landmark built atop Montjuïc Hill, overlooking the vibrant city of Barcelona, Spain. Here is the military history of Castell de Montjuïc.
Translated from Marathi, कठीण (Kathin), means difficult. Do not be put off by the name; I would class the Tung Fort trek difficulty as easy to medium. Here’s more about our tre
Machu Picchu in Peru, South America is a UNESCO site and dream destination to visit. Add this Incan ruin to your bucketlist like Savio did.
List of the famous African churches to visit on your trip to this amazing continent. Popular churches in South Africa, Kenya, Namibia, Ethiopia and more.
*This post was previously live on my other site TheWingedFork.com Although Australia only had its first brush with Christianity in the early 17th century, it’s home to some of the most famous cathedrals …
Latin American churches are full of splendour and beautiful, and some even more majestic than the cathedrals in Europe. Here are the top Must-Visit Latin American Churches in Central and South America for your trip.
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*This post was previously live on my other site TheWingedFork.com On my recent visit to the UNESCO-designated city of Jaipur, Rajasthan I was lucky enough to visit Nahargarh Fort, originally named Sudharshangarh Fort. …
Across America and Canada there are amazing churches that you must visit. Here’s a traveler’s list of the must-visit American churches.
Churches, known as places of fellowship and amazing grace. Even if churches are no longer visited for their religious significance; they are still visited for their splendour and beauty, their majesty and magnificence. …
Facts about the Colosseum in Rome, Italy for history lovers, the largest amphitheatre in the Roman world and a historic marvel. There are things to learn before planning a visit to the Colosseum in Rome, especially if you’re a history buff.
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Visiting Jerusalem, Israel is interesting, educational and spiritual. The CityofGold is home to Tower of David, Israel Museum, Via Dolorosa. Read more about Sarah’s trip here, and the marriage proposal’s she received.
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