The architect’s stage in Vicenza
The Italian city of Vicenza is a tribute to the work of architect Andrea Palladio. His buildings all through the streets have influenced many since!
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The towers of San Gimignano
San Gimignano is a city of towers. Fourteen in total these days (although at one point there were as many as 72!).
Visit Blenheim Palace
Blenheim Palace near Oxford is one of England’s World Heritage Sites. There’s also a story that says it’s where Hitler was planning to live if he won the war
Rumour has it…
You hear a lot of rumours about history as a tourist. But is this one about the Ponte Vecchio in Florence true? Did Hitler really save it?
The panoramic kaleidoscope
The cultural capital of Chile in Valparaiso is one huge explosion of colour. It’s a city you can explore for days and getting lost here is a pleasure!