Lancaster is a unique city located in the heart of America’s Pennsylvania Dutch Country. Because of this location, the city is heavily influenced by Amish, Mennonite and German migrant culture. Lancaster, which used to be the state capital, has many other attractions to offer including museums, historic monuments and agricultural attractions. It is also well-connected …
The eastern part of Kentucky – the Bluegrass State – is the Appalachians, so not surprisingly, the best of the state’s waterfalls are located there. Many of Kentucky’s waterfalls are seasonal and springtime is certainly the best time to see them. The alternative is after heavy rain in the fall. They are generally set in …
Alor Setar in northwest Malaysia is the state capital of Kedah. Often overshadowed by its sister Langkawi Island, the city gets few visitors. The handful of intrepid travelers who visit Alor Setar find a cosmopolitan city surrounded by endless paddy fields. Add Zahir Mosque, among Malaysia’s best examples of Islamic architecture, and traditional shophouses unchanged …
When you’re visiting Chicago, head for the downtown district and you’ll be in The Loop. It’s more than an urban spread of cloud-high skyscrapers and cultural recreation centers. You’ll be amazed by what you find. The Loop is a community area of the city which covers over one and a half square miles, is fronted …
Columbia is the capital and the second largest city of South Carolina. The city’s name is a poetic term that originates from the name of Christopher Columbus. Columbia is home to a wide range of historic attractions, ranging from museums and fascinating galleries to outstanding theaters, parks, and other adventure hotspots. There are thrills to …
Chasing waterfalls in New Jersey is definitely a great outdoor activity. Big cities are fun and all, but there is nothing like climbing up a waterfall or hiking in the wild and being surprised with a 100-foot waterfall at the end of your hike. New Jersey is known as the garden state; however, you can …
Casablanca is a large, modern city that represents Morocco’s heartbeat. It was formerly referred to as Anfa and is the largest city in the country. The city boasts architectural gems in Art Deco, Modernist, and Hispano-Moorish styles. Casa, as the residents call it, allows myriad movie moments for tourists who come to visit the former …
Michigan is located in the Mid-western region of the United States, surrounded by the Great Lakes. Being the tenth most populous state in America, it is also one of the states with the most picturesque waterfalls. Michigan is the only state that comprises two peninsulas – the Lower Peninsula and the Upper Peninsula. People refer …
The charming city of Gadsden lies on the banks of Coosa River in northeast Alabama. In the 19th century, it was an important shipping center and economic hub for tire, rubber and steel companies. Today, remnants of these industries still remain, however, the city is better known for its welcoming atmosphere, parks, lakes and gardens. …
Greensboro is a sleepy place in North Carolina, with a real small city feel to it that will make you want to stay much longer than you had ever anticipated. This is a historic place to visit: a city that in its early years as a settler community played an integral role in the American …