Whitby Abbey in Whitby, North Yorkshire.

7 of the best ruined abbeys you can visit in England

England’s ruined abbeys are evocative reminders of a lost medieval world. The Dissolution of the Monasteries under King Henry VIII caused their destruction. These sites offer a tangible connection to England's spiritual and political history. Visitors can expect to explore magnificent Gothic architecture. They stand…
Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Philadelphia’s historic attractions: An intro to America’s past

Explore Philadelphia’s rich heritage from Independence Hall to Eastern State Penitentiary, where plaques, museums and stories collide in dramatic fashion. After half an hour in downtown Philadelphia, you get the impression that plaque-making has long been the city’s boom industry. Every handsome red brick building…
The Hyde Park Barracks in Sydney, New South Wales.

Sydney’s Top 10 Historic Museums: Where the Past Comes Alive

For a relatively young city, Sydney in New South Wales is packed with history. And these ten Sydney history museums are among the best places to explore it. Australian National Maritime Museum Perched on Darling Harbour's waterfront, this museum opened in 1991 and celebrates Australia's…
The JFK Presidential Library in Boston.

Five great presidential museums and houses to visit in the US

From the JFK Library in Boston to Lincoln’s Cottage in Washington DC, visiting US presidential libraries and houses can offer great insights into both the men and their eras. JFK Presidential Library and Museum, Boston In the southern outskirts of Boston, Massachusetts, the John F…