Glasgow's Unlikely People's Palace
Built as an oasis of culture in a sea of slums, one of Glasgow's important museums is still fighting for its life in an era of budget cuts.
History
Yosemite Cemetery
DrFumblefinger visits Pioneer Cemetery -- a small but tranquil place in Yosemite Valley where an interesting assortment of grave markers reflect the varied nature of those who rest here.
British Museum shows world's oldest guidebook
An exhibit on the influence of the Islamic world also includes the world's oldest guidebook, a 1486 work by German traveler and a Dutch artist
The Stockholm Cathedral (Where Gumbo was #344)
Gumbo was visiting the historic Cathedral of Stockholm's old city, Gamla Stan. The church is built immediately adjacent to the Royal Palace complex.
The Old Walls of Basel
Here and there around the city, PHeymont encountered the remnants of Basel's medieval city walls.
Sept. 27, 2019: A Kaiser in Cologne
A giant equestrian statue of Kaiser Wilhelm II is one of the last survivors of its kind.
Eklutna Historical Park, Alaska (Where Gumbo Was #341)
Gumbo was visiting the very interesting Russian Orthodox churches in this small Native village, which is home to an interesting cemetery featuring dozens of spirit houses.
Fort Ticonderoga: History in a beautiful place
Jonathan L takes us to the Adirondack Mountains and a visit to Fort Ticonderoga
St. Mungo: Glasgow's Gothic Wonder
PHeymont visits Scotland's oldest cathedral, a Gothic wonder with a significant back story
September 18, 2019: The Bridge of Sighs, Venice
One of the best known bridges in the world, DrFumblefinger visits and shares the story behind the Bridge of Sighs.
Fort William Henry: A journey to the 18th century
Jonathan L takes us back to the French and Indian War on a visit to Lake George
Kinderdijk: How the Dutch stay dry
PHeymont visits a famous land of windmills site and learns about the history of the technology that keeps the Netherlands from becoming Submarinelands.
Maritime and Prison Museum, Ushuaia (Where Gumbo was #339)
Gumbo was visiting the Naval and Prison museum, housed in the old Prison building, in Ushuaia.
Aug. 31, 2019: Edinburgh Castle
PHeymont learned that Edinburgh Castle has the distinction of being one of the most-attacked and most-visited places you can find.
Basel's Cathedral: Enjoying the Cloisters
PHeymont enjoys a visit to the cloisters and gardens of Basel's cathedral.