The birth of a civilisation
Historians believe that civilisation started in just a few places on the planet. You have probably heard of some of them… but what about this place?
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How to visit Ait Ben Haddou
This earthen settlement still feels as special as when it was built in the desert centuries ago.
A touch of Europe in North Africa
I had never heard of Essaouira before – it’s hardly one of the most famous places in Morocco. So I went to find out why it’s a World Heritage Site.
Why are these warehouses so important?
This magnificent area in the Germany city of Hamburg is the world’s largest warehouse district and was recently added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List.
Every border has two sides
Hadrian’s Wall once stretched from coast to coast, pretty much dividing what is now England and Scotland. Has much changed in 2000 years, though?
Visiting Kensington Palace
Kensington Palace was once the home of Princess Diana and now its residents include at least two future monarchs.