Weave your way through the channels between the infamous floating islands of Uros, and just beyond is the island made famous by their intricate knitting and textile weaving, Taquile. About thirty miles from Puno, or an hour-and-a-half boat ride, Taquile is a fun island for exploring travelers. Taquile Island in Lake Titicaca is rich in …
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Come See the Jerusalem You Didn’t Know Existed
While history abounds within the region, the city of Jerusalem is nearly overflowing with historically significant sites; so much so, that it can be difficult to know where to begin. Luckily, however, Jerusalem is a place where, even if you have no knowledge regarding the region, this will actually be to your advantage. The history …
Washington Monument State Park – Middletown, Maryland
At the top of South Mountain stands the first ever monument erected in George Washington’s honor. This, the original Washington Monument (not to be confused with the monument of the same name in DC), is a tower made of stone that was designed and built in 1827 by citizens in nearby Boonsboro. Boonsboro was considered …
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