Planning to drive through Cradock? Why not stop for a while and discover the historical things you can see and do in the town.
Our list provides a handy guide to finding and enjoying some of the most majestic historical churches in Quito.
A lack of rain has lowered water levels in the Grijalva River, allowing the beautifully eerie reemergence of a 16th century church.
ou might come to Sutherland in the Karoo for the stars or the snow, but there are lots of other things to do and see. Here's my pick of 8 of them. in the little town
“La Candelaria”, the historic centre of Bogota, is very popular because of its colonial architecture, museums, picturesque restaurants and bars. However, few other buildings embody the …
In the second instalment of the Mercury’s Then & Now series, we look back at historic buildings across...
Balzers is a picturesque village located in the southern part of Liechtenstein. Despite its small size, it offers visitors a delightful experience with its historic architecture, scenic landscapes, and cultural attractions. Here’s a guide to help you make the most of your visit to Balzers: Places to Visit in Balzers: Balzers Castle: The highlight of …
Buried in central Greece, far from the azure waters of the Mediterranean or the iconic white domes of the Cyclades, lie some quiet mountains with their own kind of magic. We happened upon Kotroni quite by chance; after not being allowed to enter Turkey, our search criteria for the next month's accommodation was simply "mountains" and "affordable price" anywhere in the Balkans. I think I should let fate do our travel planning more often…
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Chapel In The Hills, Rapid City, SD Note Jet Contrails! Chapel In The Hills, Cupola(?), Rapid City, SD Note Dragon-like Carvings Each Side [Straight Out Of The Camera] Chapel In The Hills, Rapid City, SD Dragon Figure Detail Straight Out Of The Camera Chapel In The Hills,Rapid City, SD Note Jet Contrails! Chapel In The Hills, Rapid City, SD "The Stubbur " (Visitor'sCenter) Chapel In The Hills, Rapid City, SD (My Favorite of the Photos) The Chapel in the Hills of Rapid City, SD is an exact replica of the famous Borgund Stavkirke Norway. Built in 1969 it served as home for the Lutheran Vespers radio ministry. The Chapel is a special ministry of the South Dakota Synod of the Evangelical Luther an Church in America (ELCA). The Chapel attracts vacationers, sightseeing expeditions and local residents alike. It is the lovely setting for many weddings. The Visitor’s center, known as the"Stabbur" greets arrivals and offers a variety of literature and a gift shop with a wide assortment of Scandinavian theme items. Stabbur is an authentic grass-roofed store house built in Norway and assembled on site. A log cabin, which serves as a museum, was built by a Norwegian gold prospector who arrived during the Black Hills gold rush days. It houses articles of the 1800s brought over by Norwegians or Scandinavians. The Chapel’s construction is unique in that the majority of its components are held in place by wooden pegs. Protective materials are applied at regular intervals to protect it from South Dakota’s harsh weather. Norway’s form of church architecture, the "stavkirke," or stave church was fir wood, The Chapel in the Hills uses Douglas fir from the Pacific Northwest. Read much more about the Chapel in the Hills here.
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These graceful hotels and restaurants bring new life to abandoned church buildings.
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On the slopes above the Douro Estuary, Porto is a historic mercantile city with business and trade written into its very name. The centre is a World Heritage site, and ... Read more
Our list provides a handy guide to finding and enjoying some of the most majestic historical churches in Quito.
Situated at the south endpoint, this mosaic panel dates back to the 13th century. This mosaic is similar to Zoe Panel which also depicts the ‘’imperial offering to Mary and Christ’’ Mary the Virgin is depicted smaller than the Emperor and Empress. Christ the Child is seated on her lap making benediction with his right hand and holding a roll on his left hand. Mary is accompanied by the monograms of ‘’Mother of God’’ MP OV. They are depicted in a humanistic style. Christ has a cruciform nimbus around him. Empress Eirene With her distinctive physiognomy with blonde hair, Empress
Delft, just an hour by train from Amsterdam, is a city that positively exudes old Dutch charm. Learn what you should see while you are there.
The small country of Bolivia boasts 7 UNESCO World Heritage listed sites. We visited 4 and each one impressed us in different ways.
The network of Christian places of worship was carved into the rock in Tigray, Ethiopia, between the 5th and 15th centuries and painted with frescoes.
Interested in learning more about Old English last names and their meanings? Discover the history behind Old English names!
There is a tiny archipelago off southern Chile’s mainland with 16 UNESCO World Heritage recognized buildings - join us on a tour of the churches of Chiloé.
The Museum of London's Streetmuseum 2.0 uses augmented reality technology to make historical images appear in front of you on your smartphone
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Here's the best things to do in Ulm, Germany. The Ulm Germany attractions include the world's largest steeple, a wooden carving over 40000 years old and more!
The historic county of Lothian lies along the south side of the broad estuary of the Forth. Its strategic location and political and economic importance, with Edinburgh at its centre, has made the county witness to some of the most significant events in Scottish history. This is reflected in the remarkable wealth of architectural heritage spanning thousands of years. Castles, royal palaces, churches and industrial buildings of national importance abound in the county. Author Jack Gillon seeks out some of the favourite landmarks, lesser-known locations and hidden treasures of the region. He takes the reader from Edinburgh, with its castle, the Scottish Parliament and the Palace of Holyrood House, to the East Lothian village of Athelstaneford, the birthplace of the Saltire, Traprain Law and the historic Hailes Castle. Among the gems of Midlothian are the glorious Rosslyn Chapel, which was the setting for the finale of The Da Vinci Code and described by its author, Dan Brown, as 'the most mysterious and magical chapel on earth'. This book also explores the highlights of West Lothian including the Bo'ness &Kinneil Railway, Linlithgow Palace (birthplace of Mary, Queen of Scots) and the impressive Hopetoun House, near Queensferry. 50 Gems of The Lothians will appeal to residents as well as visitors to the area. 100 Illustrations, unspecified
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Our list provides a handy guide to finding and enjoying some of the most majestic historical churches in Quito.
