Taj Mahal
It’s creator Emperor Shah Jahan, said of the Taj Mahal, "It made the sun and the moon shed tears from their eyes." Sure enough, the Taj Mahal is one of the most beautiful places in the world, not t…
Tag: history
Suomenlinna
Suomenlinna is an island off of Helsinki. It's the site of a fortress built in 1748 to protect Finland's capital from Russian aggression. The island is beautiful, and you should be sure to spend a morning or afternoon exploring it.
Brugse Vrije
A courthouse from the late 1700s, the main attraction is the 16th-century timber, marble and alabaster fireplace made by Lanceloot Blondeel.…
Stadsbestuur Brugge
Bruges' city hall, dating to 1376, offers a decent historical museum, but the main attraction is the grand hall on the second floor.…
Belfort van Brugge
A medieval bell tower with forgettable history exhibits. The reason to visit is the climb to the top which is expensive but offers a fantastic view of the city.…
Boat Trips Brugge (Boottochten Brugge)
Take a tour of Bruges by boat. You'll get to see the city from a unique perspective, and your guide will tell you stories about the city's history. There are several operators in the city, but they al…
Sint-Janshospitaal
A hospital dating to the eleventh century, Sint-Janshospitaal is now a museum containing art and artifacts illustrating the history of medicine over the centuries.…
Fram Museum
A fantastic museum about arctic exploration. The Fram’s main attraction is the Fram itself, a wooden ship designed by Colin Archer to Fridtjof Nansen’s specifications specifically for arctic exploration.
Þingvellir National Park
A fascinating mix of history and natural beauty. Þingvellir was the site of the Alþingi, Iceland’s first parliament and, dating from 930, one of the oldest parliaments in the world.
National Museum of Iceland
A very comprehensive and interesting place, Iceland's national museum contains artifacts from the Settlement Age to modern day and also has photography and rotating exhibits. It gives a good overview of Icelandic history and culture and is worth the trip if you have an extra day in Reykjavik.