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The Most Dangerous Pathway in the World?

The Most Dangerous Pathway in the World?
by R J Evans on March 14, 2010 in Spain

Could this be the most dangerous pathway in the world? These stunning (and possibly scary) photographs, this will dare you venture along the Caminito del Rey.

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The Capela Dos Ossos in Evora Portugal: The Chapel of Bones

The Capela Dos Ossos in Evora Portugal: The Chapel of Bones
by Lauren Axelrod on January 9, 2010 in Portugal

You may be familiar with the Catacombs in Paris, France which is a series of tunnels that are lined with over six million bodies from around the 12th century from the overcrowding of cemeteries during the rise of Christianity. However, the Capela Dos Ossos in Evora, Portugal was constructed around the 16th century, and the likeness and symbolism is uncanny.

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Notable Musician Gravesites in the United Kingdom

Notable Musician Gravesites in the United Kingdom
by Alistair Briggs on January 8, 2010 in United Kingdom

Here we will take a look at some of the most famous musicians of all time whose gravesites reside in the United Kingdom. Hope you enjoy it.

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Road Trip – Andersonville Ga

Road Trip – Andersonville Ga
by lorilynn on August 21, 2009 in Georgia

After moving to Georgia from Michigan umpteen years ago I was over whelmed by all of the History there. Caught up in my day to day living I somehow stopped noticing it. I decided to change that. I wanted to start exploring and taking notice of the history around me. I decided to start with Andersonville. I had never heard about Andersonville until a couple of years ago. At the time, my son was studying the Civil War. He wanted to learn more, so we hopped in the car, and headed out.

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Most Haunted City to Visit in the United States

Most Haunted City to Visit in the United States
by Holly Sendy on March 4, 2009 in Louisiana

New Orleans, Louisiana, is considered the number one haunted city in the United States.

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Windows on the World That Was

Windows on the World That Was
by James Chapman on February 23, 2009 in New York

The view was spectacular and panoramic, it was a place for people to meet that was quite unique, because it was located a quarter of a mile above the earth. It was for that reason the exclusive club was so rightly named Windows On The World.

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Extraordinarily Rude Behavior Around the World

Extraordinarily Rude Behavior Around the World
by Louie Jerome on December 12, 2008 in Tips

If you are travelling around the world, or mixing with people from different cultures, it is really easy to fall into the trap and let yourself down by being rude and offensive. Many cultures have their own particular rules when it comes to being polite.

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The Legend of Piper’s Hole

The Legend of Piper’s Hole
by Moses Ingram on June 2, 2008 in Newfoundland

A famous legend of rural Newfoundland.

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Not So Alone in the Jungle

Not So Alone in the Jungle
by Rask Balavoine on May 19, 2008 in India

What else can you expect on a walk in the jungle?

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Invitation to the Death: The Most Dangerous Roads of the World

Invitation to the Death: The Most Dangerous Roads of the World
by Rodallega on May 2, 2008 in Adventure Travel

Every year millions of people die because of accidents on the roads. Most of these accidents are due to drivers who are drunk or careless.

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