Carved from the Mountain: The Rock Churches of Lalibela
In the highlands of northern Ethiopia, eleven medieval churches were cut downwards into solid volcanic rock. Lalibela remains a living place of pilgrimage as well as a World Heritage Site.
North America
North American landmarks and historic places, from the streets of Old Quebec to sites across Canada and the US, and the stories of how they came to be.
Turning Above the Glen: The Story of the Laxey Wheel
High above a Manx valley, a red-and-white waterwheel has turned since 1854. This is how Victorian engineering tamed a flooded mine and gave the Isle of Man its best-known landmark.
Forty-Seven Days Under Siege: Vicksburg National Military Park
On the bluffs above the Mississippi River, trenches, cannon and more than a thousand monuments mark the siege that gave the Union control of the river in 1863.
Pegs and Pine: The Story of the Alamuchee-Bellamy Covered Bridge
A wooden bridge built in 1861 has crossed two waterways and moved three times. It now stands over a duck pond on the University of West Alabama campus in Livingston.
The Allure of the Canadian Rockies: A Historical Perspective
Explore the rich history and breathtaking landscapes of the Canadian Rockies, shaped by explorers and indigenous peoples alike.
A Journey Through the Heart of Old Quebec
Explore the vibrant history of Old Quebec, where cobblestone streets and French culture reveal Canada’s colonial past as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.