Once Collegiate & Briefly A Cathedral - St Martin’s Church, Colmar
While Colmar is often celebrated for its canals, wine routes, and storybook streets, stepping inside this church reveals a quieter, more contemplative side of Alsace.
Jacqueline Onasis Led The Campaign To Save It - Grand Central Terminal
In 1871, railroad tycoon Cornelius Vanderbilt opened the original Grand Central Depot. As train travel expanded, the depot became overcrowded and was rebuilt into Grand Central Station
Bangkok’s Iconic Flower Market - Pak Khlong Talat
As the city’s largest wholesale and retail flower market, it pulses with life at all hours.
The Iconic Twin Towers Of Lucerne’s Skyline - Church Of St Leodegar
It is widely regarded as the most important example of Renaissance church architecture in Switzerland and serves as the parish church of Lucerne.
A Partially Self-Governed Autonomous District - Freetown Christiania, Copenhagen
Its story is a bold and complex tale of rebellion, community, and ongoing negotiations between radical ideals and national law—standing as one of Europe’s longest-running social experiments.
A Former Sea Fortress Near Helsinki -Suomenlinna Island
The Swedes built the fortress as a bastion against the ever-encroaching Russians, when Finland was still under Swedish rule (1748-1808).
Listed In The 1939 Edition Of The Green Book - The Paramount, Charlottesville VA
During my visit here, I found myself standing inside a building that witnessed decades of American history — from segregation and resilience to restoration and rebirth.
Eden On The Hudson - Untermyer Park & Garden
Immediately upon entering the walled garden, you will be transported from Yonkers to lands far away. This is only the beginning of the journey through the Untermeyer Park and Garden off of North Broadway in Yonkers.
Gilded Age Living In Richmond, Virginia - Maymont
iMajor and Mrs. James H. Dooley transformed rough fields and pastures into a showplace many American millionaires were creating during the Gilded Age.
Behind A Quite Staircase In Washington Heights - Sylvan Terrace
Tucked behind a stone staircase in upper Manhattan is a street that does not feel like New York City at all.
Built When Estonia Was Part Of Russia - Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
Designed by Mikhail Preobrazhensky in the Russian Revival style, the Eastern Orthodox cathedral was constructed between 1894 and 1900 during the Russian Empire’s Russification campaign in Estonia.
It’s More Than Just Cheese - Gruyeres, Switzerland
Perched on a gentle hilltop and wrapped in alpine scenery, its old town carries the faint, comforting aroma of melting cheese.
World’s Fair Remnants - Flushing Meadow Corona Park
In “The Great Gatsby”, F. Scott Fitzgerald described this area as “a valley of ashes”. It would later be transformed into the 1,200-acre site where the world would converge in 1939, to witness highlights that included exhibitions by companies like General Electric, IBM, RCA, Borden, American Tobacco and Coca Cola.
Colorfully Painted House Of Worship - Church Of St Firmin
Though understated, the Church of Saint-Firmin embodies the enduring spirit and heritage of Gordes, a serene reminder of the village’s long and storied past.
A Hilltop Village With An Artistic Legacy - Saint-Paul-de-Vence
For decades, it has been a haven for artists; among its famous residents and visitors are Marc Chagall, Henri Matisse, Pablo Picasso, and Yves Montand.
The Oldest Private Residence In Geneva - Maison Tavel
Located in the heart of the Old Town, Maison Tavel is the oldest private residence still standing in Geneva — a rare surviving example of medieval civil architecture in Switzerland.
Crowned By A Gilded Statue Of Virgin Mary - Notre Dame des Doms
Notre-Dame des Doms has survived sieges, religious wars, and the political upheavals of the French Revolution.
A Danish National Romantic Masterpiece - Copenhagen City Hall
Tucked between Rådhuspladsen and Tivoli Gardens lies one of Copenhagen’s most surprising landmarks—a working City Hall ..
Iceland’s Second Largest City - Akureyri
Often called the “Iceland’s Capital of the North,” Akureyri offers a charming mix of culture, small-town comfort, and easy access to nature.
Small Town Island Charm - Block Island, RI
Only seven miles long and three miles wide, Block Island offers the perfect mix of natural beauty, seaside charm, and a wonderfully unhurried pace.