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Freckles Abroad
Okay, so not really “can be” but more “was” - as in, I took my week-long trip to Scotland by myself. What a gorgeous country! Scotland and Wales are part of the United Kingdom, so are they considered “countries” or “states”? Either way, it was incredibly lovely.
By Gabrielle R. Lamontagne4 years ago in Wander
Breakfast at the Vatican
There is one place in the world that I have always wanted to go, for a plethora of reasons...The Vatican. (okay, that's a bit of lie there, since there are a whole lot of places I have always wanted to go). First, though I am an atheist, I am enthralled by Catholic art (the tackier the better, by the way). Second, I am such a history nerd. Within this category, I am fascinated by the Borgias and the historiography of the Popes. Third, I dig the fact that the Vatican is a city-state unto itself within the larger city of Rome. And finally, fourth, Art...So Much Art.
By Jennifer Black Young4 years ago in Wander
Why move from Philadelphia to Vilcabamba (a tiny village) in Ecuador?
I’ve opted out of the rat race and I don’t regret it! At — all. Seriously! After 5 years of living in New York City, and a year of living in the city of Philadelphia, I knew I was done with living in big cities.
By thewellnessxplora4 years ago in Wander
Dear Montana
Dear Montana, I thought I would die leaving you. I mean this literally. When I merged on to I80 West from Elko, NV towards my new home of Reno, Nevada, my chest tightened up so fiercely that it shoved waves of pain past the lump in my throat and spread through my jaw. I couldn't swallow, and for a moment I couldn't breathe. Slowly I took in a deep breath and felt it fill my lungs before I gently let the air escape through my lips. I could still breathe, so I knew I wasn't really going to die.
By Marci Brodock4 years ago in Wander
Chittaurgarh Fort
Although there are many monuments in Rajasthan to be seen and admired but Chittorgarh Fort is an epic waxing poetic about the Rajput gallantry and honour. Built in the 7th century AD, this UNESCO World Heritage Site used to be the capital of the Mewar rulers. The fort complex comprises seven gates, two towers, and 65 structures.
By Subham thakur 4 years ago in Wander
Hangzhou
Every year I set out for a solo trip on my birthday. It has become a tradition over the years. So, when I moved to Shanghai, I thought I would have to let go of this tradition as I was completely new to the place. Apart from "Ni Hao" and desperate actions using hands, I could not utter any Mandarin word to save my life. Friends suggested to stay in Shanghai and enjoy the skyscraper view in a nice restaurant. But I needed greenery, a bit of tranquillity and I didn't have any clue on where to find that in the vast landscape of China. Hangzhou came up in a conversation with a friend just before my birthday and I realized that it was the perfect place for my birthday.
By chembarathi4 years ago in Wander
Kolkata’s Howrah Bridge
The iconic structure of the Howrah Bridge completes 75 years of its existence this month. The historical landmark that has been synonymous with the City of Joy has been a witness to history, both in pre-Independence India and thereafter. The bridge has been not only been a part of history, literature and art, but also a significant part of popular culture — be it in commercial cinema or magazine art and caricature. From Satyajit Ray to Richard Attenborough and Mani Ratnam to Anurag Basu, the popular iconography of Kolkata has been celebrated by film-makers and photographers alike.
By prateek thakur4 years ago in Wander
About Fatehpur Sikri Complex
Fatehpur Sikri held a special meaning for Akbar after the time he visited the village of Sikri and was foretold about the birth of a son and heir to the Mughal throne, by renowned sufi saint, Shaikh Salim Chishti. Akbar was thrilled when the prophecy came true, and after Jahangir’s second birthday commenced the construction of what would be his capital for days to come. ‘Fatehpur’ meaning city of victory seemed apt a name for the new capital city that brought with it happy tidings of Akbar’s Gujarat campaign which led to Gujarat becoming a Mughal province in 1573.
By prateek thakur4 years ago in Wander
History of the Jews? Across India & Around the World
Different than other minorities (such as Jains, Sikhs, Buddhists), the Jews originally came from outside India to make their home. Just before the historic visit of Indian Prime Minister Modi to Israel in summer 2017 he penned a joint op-ed with Netanyahu, the Prime Minister of Israel. They recognized this migration of Jews to India when they wrote:
By prateek thakur4 years ago in Wander
