Pittsburgh has a reputation as a hard-working, blue-collar town, and though those labels still apply, it’s also experienced renaissances recently in the areas of food, beer, wine, and the arts. Of course, there are few cities as fanatical about their football teams as Pittsburgh is about its Steelers, but there are plenty of cultural, historic …
Of all the concentration camps established by the Nazis during World War II, Dachau was the first, and it opened nearly 7 years before the official declaration of war by Germany. The camp is located just a few kilometers from Munich in the German state of Bavaria, and due to its proximity, most tours of …
Mexico City is one of the most populous cities in the world and, in many ways, it’s Mexico’s cultural heart. The city is conveniently located near many of the country’s most popular and historic archaeological sites, which makes day-trips a great way to see the surrounding countryside and learn about its history without venturing too …
From Paul Revere and Samuel Adams to the Boston Tea Party, Boston Massachusetts is arguably the most historic city in all of America. With only slightly more than 600,000 residents, it’s not large by modern city standards, but it’s got a well-earned reputation as a tough town that fiercely protects its heritage and traditions – …
Chock full of some of the country’s most amazing landscapes and natural wonders, Sedona, Arizona is also full of fascinating history, and it’s an important area for those who believe that its majestic mountains are home to mysterious forces that defy explanation. Sedona is also a go-to spot for those looking to explore the area’s …
Charleston is the oldest and most historic city in the US state of South Carolina. This coastal city was one of the first English colonies to be established on the east coast of America. As such, it’s a wonderful destination for anyone interested in learning more about the intriguing past of the region, with many …
The second largest of the Hawaiian Islands, Maui is a natural wonderland that’s full of splendor and scenery that has been taking visitor’s breath away for centuries. Due to the volcanic activity that formed the island eons ago, it’s home to many dramatic geologic formations and diverse micro-climates that are largely responsible for the unique …
Venice is composed of 118 small islands, all separated by beautiful canals and connected to one another by more than 400 bridges. Located in the Veneto region of northeastern Italy, Venice is especially known for its architecture and art. For a very long time, Venice has been the center of attraction for a lot of …
Located in southwestern Tennessee along the Mississippi River, Memphis is considered to be one of the most historic and cultural cities of not only Tennessee but also all of the United States of America. In the present day, Memphis features as a hub for trade, knowledge, art, and entertainment. Home to blues, soul, and rock …
Pompeii is a unique historic site in that in an ironic twist of fate, the catastrophe that decimated the citizens of the unsuspecting town is also responsible for the near-perfect preservation of many things that would have otherwise been destroyed in all other such natural disasters. You’ll see art, furniture, and other everyday items the …