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Horses supported travel, communication, agriculture, and warfare across much of the ancient world.

The First Horse Domestication Was Later Than We Thought

Where and when did horses become our helpers? Science has some new and surprising answers.

William Taylor September 16, 2024

A 15th-century Iranian manuscript of the <em>Shahnama</em> ("The Book of Kings)" depicts a lavish banquet.

A New Exhibition Features Culinary Art From Across the Islamic World

The Detroit Institute of Arts will showcase food-themed treasures from near and far.

Anne Ewbank September 12, 2024

Tower of Sir Richard Church / House of George Finlay

The second oldest surviving house in Athens was owned by an Irish General.

Coldstream, Scotland

Coldstream Marriage House

This Scottish tollhouse was a destination for clandestine marriages in the 18th and 19th centuries.

Baguio, Philippines

Cemetery of Negativism

A place where you can symbolically rid yourself of negative thoughts and attitudes.

Winnemucca, Nevada

The Martin Hotel

It may no longer take overnight guests, but the Martin still makes out-of-towners feel at home—just like it has for the past century.

Sponsored by Travel Nevada

Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia

Cape Breton Fossil Centre

This community museum preserves the largest collection of Coal Age fossil plants in Maritimes.

White House Gates in Ohio

After a battle with Congress, Webb C. Hayes installed the gates of the White House on the fence of his father's Presidential Library and Museum.

The Shroud of Turin, currently housed in the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, was first shown publicly in the 14th century.

relics and reliquaries

What Is the Shroud of Turin and Why Is It Controversial?

The centuries-old cloth has a long history of stoking both faith and skepticism.

Eric Vanden Eykel September 3, 2024

At Biltmore Estate, corridors both hidden and not are home to supposed spooks.

Explore North Carolina’s Spooky Hidden Histories

10 Sites that Offer a Haunting Look at North Carolina

Sponsored by Secrets of the South

A plaque dedicated to Andrew Still, teacher of osteopathy, at the museum dedicated to his work.

Exploring Missouri’s Legends: Unveiling the Stories Behind the State’s Iconic Figures

Sponsored by Secrets of the South

Fort Forno

A strategically positioned fortress that protected the Fazana channel has found new life as a place for theater.

Cimarron, New Mexico

Statue of Lucien B. Maxwell

An unconventional monument to one of America's largest landowners.

Badrshein, Egypt

South Pavilion Graffiti

The oldest tourist graffiti in the world helped archaeologists identify the Pyramid of Djoser.

In this 1625 painting entitled 'The Merry Student,' Dutch artist Gerard van Honthorst shows a young man singing a lively ballad.

Shakespeare, Kings, and Commoners All Loved These Hit English Ballads

Move aside Taylor Swift. In the 17th century, these songs were the pop music anthems of their day.

Indi Bains August 28, 2024

Reykjavik, Iceland

Árbær Open Air Museum

The history of Reykjavik told through a historical village and live actors.

Ota City, Japan

Dorikono Slope

A slope with a mysterious name recalls a discontinued pre-war energy drink.

Fairbanks, Alaska

Golden Heart Plaza

Once the center of Gold Rush mania, now the starting point for the Yukon Quest sled dog race.