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Lost in Syria – The Cradle of Civilization
I am alone. And I’m scared. The hot afternoon sun beats down on me and my face is clammy with sweat.
I’m here in Damascus. But I’m lost. Throngs of unknown faces scurry past, getting to where they need to be. Was I crazy? What was I thinking leaving the tour group, saying I’d go exploring on my own? I thought it’d be easy enough to make my own way back. But now I discover, it isn’t.
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The Famous Layered Jewish Cemetery in Prague
Although abundantly dressed in hundreds of Gothic like blocks and layered with century old figures, this historical site does not fall short of mystery and intrigue. For centuries, history has unraveled on the grounds of the Old Jewish Cemetery in Prague where historians, philosophers, scientists, and scholars have been laid to rest.
The Easter Island Statues
Over 2,000 miles from the Chilean coast, Easter Island is home to one of the most magnificent mysteries of the modern day. The Easter Island statues, on this remote island, are one of the great puzzles of the modern day, enchanting visitors and archaeologists. The mystery of how and why these spectacular statues were created remains an unsolved puzzle in Polynesian history.
The Bizarre and Ghostly Grounds of San Marco’s, St. Augustine
St. Augustine is home to some of the most notorious ghost stories and ghost walks in the nation. So, it’s only fitting that I would dive into the controversy and visit one of the most famous ghostly locations in the United States.
Vindalanda Roman Fort and Museum
Guide to the Roman fort, museum and discoveries at Vindalanda, Northumberland.
Ancient Elite Island Discovered in Central Mexico
An area that was formally an island in central Mexico has recently been discovered by archaeologists who believe it was used for ritualistic purposes. The island called Apupato, belonged to the Tarascan Empire, which dominated much of the area from around 1400 AD up to the arrival of the European conquerors in 1520.
Fascinating Places: The Temples of Abu Simbel
This incredible archaeological treasure is Ramses II’s tribute to the sun god Ra. The colossal statues of the pharaoh depict him upon his throne wearing his double crown of Upper and Lower Egypt and sporting a royal beard. Incredibly, these marvelous temples were the source of an international controversy in the 1970s.
Fascinating Places: The Dazu Rock Carvings
The caves at Dazu in China contain thousands of statues that have been protected for centuries from the wind and the rain. That is why they maintain their bright colors. Carvings such as the Wheel of life continue to mesmerize and delight those who are fortunate enough to visit this amazing place.
Fascinating Places: The Ancient City of Petra
What makes Petra so interesting is that the entire city is carved out of solid rock, making it one of the most unique of archeological finds. Over 500 tombs, temples, and houses were cut into the pinkish sandstone cliffs where it is located in the desert of southern Jordan.
