To help us better understand the present, we need to understand the past. A good place to start this quest for understanding is one of the world’s great prehistoric civilizations: Teotihuacán, Mexico. Teotihuacán was at its height from about the first to the fifth century, when it was among the world’s most inhabited cities with… Continue Reading
12 Most Fascinating Pyramids in Egypt
Unquestionably the most iconic symbol of Egypt throughout history is the pyramid. The masonry structures with a pyramid design are symbolic and significant in Egyptian culture, and today they are among the top attractions in the entire country. Currently, historians have identified over 100 pyramids throughout Egypt, most of which date to the Old Kingdom… Continue Reading
12 Most Fascinating Mayan Ruins in Mexico
Millions of people visit Mexico every year for a variety of reasons. Some come for the beautiful beaches, and others come for the fantastic cuisine. If you’re interested in the pre-columbian history and culture of this Latin American country, then you’ll want to explore some of the many Mayan ruins in Mexico. The Mayan people… Continue Reading
10 Most Fascinating Mayan Ruins in Guatemala
The Central American country of Guatemala is filled with traditional native villages and colorful markets. If you can tear yourself away from its present charm, you’ll find a past that is even more awesome: remains of the Mayan cities that once dominated the country. The Mayans were one of the greatest early civilizations, and their… Continue Reading
10 Most Fascinating Mayan Ruins in Belize
The Maya were a powerful civilization that originated in the Yucatan around 2600 BC and came to full power around AD 250. They lived in an area that stretched from Central Mexico to El Salvador and included Belize. Some believe that the region may have been home to more than 2 million Mayas during the… Continue Reading
Unravel the Secrets of San Agustin in Colombia
San Agustin, one of the most intriguing ancient sites in Colombia, is home to more than 500 monoliths, statues, petroglyphs and sarcophagi. The area was settled around 3300 B.C., but it was not until the sixth century A.D. to the 14th century A.D. that the descendants of these first settlers created the ceremonial rock carvings… Continue Reading
Discover the Roman Ruins of Volubilis in Morocco
Although Morocco is well known for its exotic cities, it also has a few ruins left from its time as a Roman Colony. The most stunning of these is Volubilis, which is found at the foot of the Atlas Mountains. Built in a fertile agricultural area where almond and olive trees were plentiful, this site… Continue Reading
10 Most Amazing Temples in India
India is a land of many temples. They range in size from tiny structures located in the middle of roads to massive ancient temples carved out of rock. Some are famous and accented in gold, while others are much more modest. There are even some temples in India that are covered with erotic carvings. If… Continue Reading
10 Most Beautiful Temples in Indonesia
In the heat of equatorial Indonesia, deep within lush landscapes, hides some of the most impressive ancient structures in the world. The Hindu and Buddhist temples of this island nation were painstakingly crafted with stone so they would stand forever. Now they wait for you to find them. Put on a ceremonial sarong, quiet your… Continue Reading
10 Most Amazing Temples in China
China is home to one of the oldest cultures on earth and its massive empire is dotted with Buddhist Temples. When you step over the threshold of one of these temples in China, you are stepping into a space where time has no meaning. Buddhism has been practiced where you stand the same way since… Continue Reading
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