UNESCO World Heritage Site

Our list of articles tagged with "UNESCO World Heritage Site."

November 10, 2020

Gyeongju, South Korea’s Ancient Capital

The city of Gyeongju offers an excellent introduction to South Korea’s ancient past through its rich array of fascinating mountain temples, royal burial mounds, stone carvings, ruined palaces and more.

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August 26, 2020

Touring the Highlights of Jordan

Read about our favorite destinations in Jordan. Beyond spectacular Petra—a must-see—are ancient Roman ruins, evocative Crusader castles, sublime desert landscapes, fascinating religious sites, and luxurious resorts on the Red Sea and the Dead Sea.

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July 15, 2020

A Visit to the Franciscan Church & Monastery in Dubrovnik, Croatia

One of our favorite historic places for a private tour in Dubrovnik, Croatia, is the Franciscan Church and Monastery, a 14th-century complex that’s a microcosm of the city’s cultural and artistic heritage. The still-active monastery has a celebrated Romanesque cloister, an impressive library and one of the world’s oldest continuously operating pharmacies.

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July 9, 2020

Culture, Food, Nature & Luxury in Laos

Enchanting Luang Prabang on the banks of the Mekong River in Laos is one of our favorite towns in Southeast Asia for deeply traditional culture, well-preserved historic architecture, gilded Buddhist temples and flavorful cuisine.

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May 26, 2020

Iconic Australia

Read about some of our favorite iconic destinations and experiences in Australia, including a helicopter flight over Sydney, learning about Aboriginal culture at Uluru, exploring the ancient Daintree Rainforest and staying at an exclusive resort in the Great Barrier Reef.

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April 14, 2020

Touring the Iconic Temples and Tombs of Luxor, Egypt

The city of Luxor has some of Egypt’s most impressive and iconic historical sites, including Karnak and King Tut’s tomb. The Nile River runs through Luxor, separating it into two incredibly rich archaeological zones. On the West Bank are the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens, and on the East Bank […]

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