Tag Archives: History

Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon

Posted on July 12, 2018 by

There are so many fascinating sights to see when visiting Luxor, Egypt that you could easily spend a week or more in the area. Although the Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple are absolute must-see’s, the Mortuary Temple of … Continue reading →

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Government Museum in Chennai, India

Posted on July 9, 2018 by

History museums are a wonderful way to learn about the history and culture of the country that you are visiting. The Government Museum in Chennai is no exception and was interesting for a variety of reasons. It is the second … Continue reading →

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The Duomo in Florence, Italy

Posted on July 6, 2018 by

Suggesting that you should see the Duomo when visiting Florence is like suggesting that you should breathe, it is almost unavoidable. Not only does it dominate the skyline, but almost all of the roads will lead you there as well. … Continue reading →

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Mosque and Madrassa of the Sultan Hasan in Cairo, Egypt

Posted on July 2, 2018 by

There is more to visiting Cairo than just seeing the great pyramids and sailing in a felucca on the Nile River. We took a tour of Islamic Cairo that included the Mosque and Madrassa of the Sultan Hasan, which was … Continue reading →

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Historic Santa Fe, New Mexico

Posted on June 25, 2018 by

If you want to visit a place that has a thriving art scene, some of the best food in the country, and a relaxing atmosphere, then Santa Fe, New Mexico, might just be the place for you. It isn’t all … Continue reading →

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Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado

Posted on June 22, 2018 by

Located near Durango, Colorado, are the cliff dwellings at Mesa Verde National Park. It is a wonderful location to see the remains of the homes of the Ancestral Pueblo people who lived there over a thousand years ago. We have … Continue reading →

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Valley Forge National Historical Park

Posted on June 18, 2018 by

Located outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Valley Forge National Historical Park preserves an important part of the history of the United States. During the Revolutionary War, the site served as the campsite of the Continental Army commanded by General George Washington. … Continue reading →

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The Tower of London

Posted on June 14, 2018 by

The more formal name of Her Majesty’s Royal Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London is probably a better representation of what you will see if you visit the Tower of London. It is actually a castle complex with … Continue reading →

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Temple of Horus in Edfu, Egypt

Posted on June 11, 2018 by

On the second day of our cruise down the Nile River, we stopped in Edfu to visit the Temple of Horus (also known as the Temple of Edfu). It is one of the best preserved ancient temples in Egypt as … Continue reading →

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The Giza Pyramid Complex

Posted on June 7, 2018 by

No visit to Cairo in Egypt would be complete without going to see the Great Pyramids. Although the Pyramid of Khufu is officially known as The Great Pyramid, the entire complex is often referred to as the Great Pyramids of … Continue reading →

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