Travel

September 2, 2019

6 Museums with World-Class Sculpture Gardens

There are two primary ways to see sculptures made by renowned artists: within the walls of a museum and in a sculpture park. Though these sites are often separate from one another, some institutions feature both, making it easy to have two different experiences in a single outing. Wondering where you can find some of these dual destinations?

Read Article

August 14, 2019

Two Buddhist Temples in China Sit on a Peak Over 7,500 Feet High in the Sky

High up in China's Wuling Mountains sits two Buddhist temples. Perched on top of Fanjingshan, which is the highest peak in the mountain range, there are an astonishing 8,888 steps to climb in order to reach these places of worship. Their construction is a stunning testament to the faith and devotion of Chinese Buddhists, who consider Fanjingshan a sacred mountain.

Read Article

August 8, 2019

This Saharan Village Is Home to Thousands of Ancient Texts Preserved in Desert Libraries

Nestled in the Sahara, the medieval village of Chinguetti in Mauritania is an incredible jewel of Berber culture. Once an important outpost on trade and pilgrimage routes, the desert village contains wonderful examples of Berber Saharan architecture. It is also an important center of learning thanks to its desert libraries, which are filled with scientific and Qur'anic texts dating to the Middle Ages.

Read Article

My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.