Formed from a single block of excavated stone, Kailasa temple is considered one of the most impressive cave temples in India. The enormous structure is one of 34 cave temples and monasteries that are collectively known as the Ellora Caves. Located in the western region of Maharashtra, the caves are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and include monuments dating between 600 and 1000 CE.
From early neanderthals to modern day humans, we have come a long way from the dawn of civilization.
Nestled in the Sahara, the medieval village of Chinguetti in Mauritania is an incredible jewel of Berber culture.
On July 20, 1969 mankind took “one giant step” as the Apollo 11 mission touched down on the Moon. As the first mission to bring humans to the Moon, it remains one of mankind’s most incredible accomplishments. 50 years after the historic Apollo 11 landing, the mission continues to capture the imagination of the public and is held as a shining example of what humans can achieve.
The date of July 20, 1969 marks a special moment in space exploration.
UNESCO has added 29 landmarks to its World Heritage List for 2019, bringing its total to 1,121 culturally significant sites.
Today, the printed word is taken for granted. Newspapers, books, brochures, and business cards are filled with printed words essential for spreading information around the globe. The revolution of the printed word came about with the advent of moveable type—technology that allowed quick, quality reproductions of text. While many associate the world-famous Gutenberg Bible with this technology, it’s actually not the first book ever printed.
One of the most famous ancient monuments in history, Stonehenge has long captured the imagination of the public.
There is an art to tea.
To a lot of people, the Smithsonian symbolizes a single museum. Many may imagine the suspended planes at the National Air and Space Museum; others might think about Dorothy’s ruby slippers at the National Museum of American History; and some might even create a conflated combination. However, the Smithsonian Institution actually comprises nearly 20 museums—and even more research centers and programs.
Japanese rock gardens—or Zen gardens—are one of the most recognizable aspects of Japanese culture.
Map lovers will be thrilled by the possibility to peruse some of the world’s most unique historic maps.
