Architecture

Aug 29, 2022 • 6 min read

Home to an important pilgrimage cathedral, a hilltop Norman castle and one of the UK’s oldest universities, Durham is a delight from every angle.

Aug 15, 2022 • 6 min read

Scored by the River Avon and scrawled in vibrant street art, Bristol is the ideal backup for when London has restricted room

Aug 12, 2022 • 8 min read

Scotland’s richly layered national story comes alive in the Highlands and Islands. Here are the top spots to dive into Scottish history.

Aug 6, 2022 • 5 min read

From Edinburgh to Eilean Donan, the best castles in Scotland for fascinating history, beautiful architecture, rugged settings, royal heritage and gory stories.

Aug 3, 2022 • 7 min read

From medieval castles to 19th-century mansions to futuristic government buildings, these structures throughout Scotland epitomize the country’s history.

Jul 20, 2022 • 5 min read

Design and engineering come together in Cambridge to create one of the most architecturally interesting cities in England. Here's what to look out for.

Jul 11, 2022 • 6 min read

From a Roman spa town to a fashionable Georgian metropolis, discover the story of Bath through its amazing architecture and historic buildings.

Jun 29, 2022 • 7 min read

On this 6-day road trip, explore 252 highlight-filled miles between Cluny and Vézelay, with wine tasting along the way

Jun 29, 2022 • 5 min read

Peeling back the layers of Burgundy’s history through the ages reveals the beauty and elegance of the region today.

Jun 27, 2022 • 5 min read

The Qatari desert offers splendid scenery, history to be found, fun to be had, sights to be explored and memories to be made

Jun 20, 2022 • 7 min read

Exploring Qatar’s history gives a glimpse of rich traditions and cultural heritage passed down through generations

Jun 16, 2022 • 5 min read

Nowhere else in Texas can visitors find such a concentrated set of historical sights as in the island city of Galveston

Jun 15, 2022 • 5 min read

Remnants of its glorious past make Athens a unique cultural destination with extraordinary energy and appeal

Jun 8, 2022 • 5 min read

Eureka Springs is a town of winding streets nestled in a steep valley, where rainbow flags and artist residences meet conservative cultural values

Jun 2, 2022 • 6 min read

It’s a testament to the high quality of construction that so much of Nanjing’s magnificent wall has endured time and progress

Jun 2, 2022 • 6 min read

The vast and fertile Yangtze River delta has been one of the richest regions in China, both materially and culturally, since the Eastern Han dynasty

Jun 2, 2022 • 6 min read

Truly a province of superlatives, one week isn't enough time to experience all of Jiangsu, but, like Huaiyang cuisine, a taste will leave you wanting more.

May 24, 2022 • 8 min read

San Diego is famous for surf and sand, but drive in any direction and you'll see a different side to California. Here are our top day trips from San Diego.

Mar 30, 2022 • 4 min read

It may be an icon of Paris, but the history of the Eiffel Tower is far from straightforward.

Mar 16, 2022 • 7 min read

Edinburgh may be famed for its historic castle but the city is a hotbed of modern creativity. Here's a guide to the city's best architecture and design.

Mar 12, 2022 • 7 min read

Peek inside Havana’s multifarious museums, covering big names from Napoleon to Che Guevara and Hemingway.

Feb 25, 2022 • 6 min read

Here's how to spend the perfect weekend in the laid-back, diverse city of Novi Sad, Serbia.