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England’s Ancient Healing Wells

England’s Ancient Healing Wells
by Mystify on October 27, 2009 in United Kingdom

Taking a look into the facts based on healing wells around England and if they actually exist and work.

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The Beautiful and Historical Isles of Scilly

The Beautiful and Historical Isles of Scilly
by CaSundara on September 21, 2009 in United Kingdom

It’s forgivable, when viewing from the air, to believe you’re looking at a more tropical destination than the UK. However, The Isles of Scilly are, in fact, located just twenty-right miles off the farthest tip of Cornwall, in the Atlantic Ocean.

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Herculaneum the Unknown

Herculaneum the Unknown
by chris73 on June 30, 2009 in Italy

Pompeii was not the only town buried during the eruption of mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Herculaneum was another one in this area. Almost unknown today, the “discovery” of this town offers a breathtaking life experience.

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Theatre of Epidaurus: A Marvel of Acoustics

Theatre of Epidaurus: A Marvel of Acoustics
by chris73 on June 4, 2009 in Greece

Dating to the 4th century B.C. and still in use today, this theatre is infamous for its acoustics around the world.

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Temple of Epicure Apollo

Temple of Epicure Apollo
by chris73 on April 28, 2009 in Greece

A not well known marvel near Olympia. Unfortunately now is covered by a shelter for protection reasons.

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Dubrovnik, Croatia Finds Its Rightful Place as a Tourist Destination

Dubrovnik, Croatia Finds Its Rightful Place as a Tourist Destination
by Wayne and Judy Bayliff on April 16, 2009 in Croatia

The ancient city of Dubrovnik has seen prosperity and despair, freedom and oppression, and throughout all has remained one of the most charming locations on earth.

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The Museums of Umbria

The Museums of Umbria
by Maria Liberati on April 5, 2009 in Italy

Travel to the medieval region of Umbria, Italy and discover its history of ancient museums.

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Greek Architecture: Theatre Epidaurus and Stadium Olympia

Greek Architecture: Theatre Epidaurus and Stadium Olympia
by Ronald Marbles on March 17, 2009 in Greece

Two beautiful Greek architectural sites, namely Theater Epidaurus and Stadium Olympia.

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The Beauty of the Parthenon and Erechtheion in Athens

The Beauty of the Parthenon and Erechtheion in Athens
by Ronald Marbles on March 17, 2009 in Greece

Two of the best architectural sites in Athens.

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Longmen Grottoes: Amazing Caves III

Longmen Grottoes: Amazing Caves III
by thestickman on February 22, 2009 in China

Third in the series of caves and grottoes, this one dedicated exclusively to Longmen Grottoes, Luoyang, China.

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