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Guide to the Xochimilco Canals in Mexico City
Xochimilco is an oasis of tranquility in one of the world’s largest and most congested cities. The green lungs of Mexico’s smog-choked capital, its canals and waterways are the final vestiges of a vast lake system that once flooded the…
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Visiting the Teotihuacán Pyramids in Mexico
Before the rise of Mexico City, there was Teotihuacán. Until its mysterious collapse in 600AD, the city of Teotihuacán was the heart and soul of Mesoamerica. At its zenith, it housed the largest and most advanced civilization on the North…
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Mexico City Weekend Itinerary: Top Things to Do
Seemingly out of nowhere, Mexico City has become one of the world’s hottest travel destinations. The sprawling modern metropolis (also lovingly abbreviated to CDMX for Cuidad de Mexico) is a burgeoning magnet for lovers of food, culture, history, and architecture.…
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Guide to the Frasassi Caves in Italy
Deep under the hills of Italy’s Marche region, you’ll find a subterranean world of delicate calcareous sculptures and fairytale spires. This ethereal wonderland—known as the Frasassi Caves (or Grotte di Frasassi in Italian)—is one of Europe’s largest cave systems and…
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Visiting the Acropolis and Parthenon in Athens
The ancient Acropolis of Athens is the beating heart of Greece. Crowned by the Parthenon, its Pentelic marble ruins—visible from nearly everywhere within the city—tower above the modern Greek capital. Arguably the most important building in the Western world, it…
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Things to Do in Milos, Greece
Milos is an Aegean gem that features dramatic coastal landscapes and quintessential Cycladic architecture. The Greek island is home to picture-perfect fishing villages, ancient ruins, and remote sun-kissed beaches. Yet despite its appeal, Milos still manages to fly under the…
