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19 of the Most Haunted Historic Hotels Around the World

Hotels with rich histories add a layer of intrigue to any vacation. That’s especially true when those histories are of the paranormal variety. Book a stay at these 19 hotels with haunted histories... if you dare.

16 of Africa’s Most Fascinating Ancient Landmarks

From abandoned palaces of long-forgotten kingdoms to ruins of Roman civilizations, these are 16 ancient landmarks in Africa to add to your bucket list.

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6 Interesting Country Nicknames, Explained

From the “Land of Poets” to the “Rainbow Nation,” countries all around the world are known by playful monikers that tie into centuries of history, geography, and culture. Here are the backstories behind six interesting country nicknames.

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What Cities Have the World’s Oldest Subway Systems?

In the wake of the Industrial Revolution, rapidly growing cities found their streets at a standstill. So, tunnels were dug beneath the streets — and subways were born. Wondering which cities were the first to build subways?

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7 Historic U.S. City Trails to Explore From Coast to Coast

Intertwining a city’s past and present, urban historic trails are one of the best ways to explore a city. Take a hike on one of these seven historic U.S. city trails.

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