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    Phnom Penh

    Located on the banks of two rivers, the fascinating capital of Cambodia, Phnom Penh, has a rich history and culture. Explore the many museums and temples, take a boat tour down the Mekong River, or gaze at the old French Colonial architecture and see fo... read more »

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    Ho Chi Minh City

    The largest city in Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh (also known to tourists as Saigon) is home to monks, artists and musicians. The mixture of styles in the city is astounding. Known as the Paris of Asia, the city features wide walkways lined with trees and French... read more »

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    Rome

    Rome is history. A blend of artistic and architectural masterpieces, classical ruins, and extravagant baroque churches and piazzas, this city is as culturally rich as they come. From espresso at the Tivoli fountain, mass at St. Peter's Cathedral, or wal... read more »

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    Beijing

    As the capital of China, Beijing is one of the most important cities in the world. Home to the Summer Palace, the Temple of Heaven and a large stretch of the Great Wall, Beijing offers a multitude of sites for tourists to explore. Visitors can even walk... read more »

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    Berlin

    Berlin pulses with life; it is a city that never sleeps. The capital of Germany is paved with cobbled streets dating back 750 years. Yet a fresh vibrancy is everywhere: on the boulevards, in the art and flea markets, in the 300 trendy night-spots and th... read more »

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    Siem Reap

    Located in northwestern Cambodia, Siem Reap is known for its close proximity to Angkor Wat, a world heritage site that was once part of the Khmer Empire. Travelers visiting the amazing temples of Angkor Wat will find plenty of amenities in Siem Reap, in... read more »

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    Cairo

    Cairo offers its visitors an incredible selection of shopping leisure, culture and attractions. Modern Cairo encompasses many former cities and their monuments; in fact the site of the city can be traced back to 4225 BC. But most visitors come to experi... read more »

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    London

    The capital city of the UK and England, London is one of the great "world cities." With a diverse mixture of old world history and modern capitalism, London has so much to offer any traveler. From the Tower of London to its avant-garde nightclubs to a q... read more »

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    Cusco

    Once the center of the Incan Empire, Cusco now draws tourists from around the world. The ruins of the ancient civilization still stand, including the Ollantaytambo and Saqsaywaman sites and the sculpture gardens at Chuquipalta. Outside of the Incan site... read more »

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    Agra

    The ancient and historic city of Agra, is perhaps most famous as the home of the majestic Taj Mahel, built in the 1600's as a present to Mumtaz Mahal, from the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. Considered the greatest example of Mughal architecture, the Taj Ma... read more »

Top Historic Countries

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    United States

    Travelers to the United States of America experience a melting pot of diverse people and cultures into an equally diverse and mind-blowing landscape. Home to several of the world's most exciting cities and a plethora of unique outdoor opportunities, the United States is a country that offers every visitor unique and unforgetable travel destinations. read more »

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    Italy

    A country of wine and pasta, snow and sunshine, roman ruins and renaissance palaces, Italy is as complex as it is beautiful. Landscapes vary from the snow-capped Alps to the beaches of Italian Riviera to the vineyards of Tuscany. Ancient cities blend with modern metropolises. Italy is truly "Il Belpaese", the Beautiful Country. read more »

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    United Kingdom

    One of the world's ultimate travel destinations, the United Kingdom has so much to offer. Encompassing England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, the UK is extremely diverse in its people and culture. Whether your interest lies with its world famous city of London or in the castles and rolling hills of Scotland, there is much to do and see for every traveler. read more »

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    Cambodia

    With all of the ancient historical sites, lively cities and empty beaches, visitors to Southeast Asia cannot miss this appealing destination. Cambodia is steeped in rich history and culturefrom the Temple of Angkor Wat in the Angkor Archeological Park, to the museums found in the capital city of Phnom Phen. The natural attractions of Cambodia are virtually emptyso be sure to seek out the vacant beaches, rivers and forests if a serene environment is what you are looking for. read more »

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    China

    Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai - China is certainly a place for travelers to experience pristine beauty and ancient wonders. Temples and museums scatter the landscape and mix with modern skyscrapers and shopping malls. A diversity of people and cultures all live in this country, from urban business owners to rural farm workers. Tourists from all across the world come to experience Chinese New Year and the Lantern Festival in their original country. read more »

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