The World’s Largest Mud-Brick Building Is A Mosque Rebuilt Every Year; Joseph Hammond; The Westside Gazette
Each year the residents of a modest town in central Mali work together to preserve one of the most iconic structures in both Islamic and African architectural history: the Great Mosque of Djenne, the world’s largest mud-brick structure.
Source: The World’s Largest Mud-Brick Building Is A Mosque Rebuilt Every Year – The Westside Gazette
Underrated Destinations In Spain To Add To Your Bucket List Story; Sanjay Surana; Explore
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Uzbekistan: The Central Asian country is opening up to the world; Nichola Daunton; Eurp News
Uzbekistan is now easier than ever to visit, here are some of the best things to see and do.
Source: Uzbekistan: The Central Asian country is opening up to the world
25 of the world’s most beautiful places; Joe Minihane; CNN
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UNESCO-listed Monumental Mount Nemrut statues survive Türkiye quakes; Belta
The monumental stone heads of Mount Nemrut and other UNESCO-listed statues in southeastern Türkiye were not damaged in the powerful earthquakes that shook the region last month.
Source: UNESCO-listed Monumental Mount Nemrut statues survive Türkiye quakes
Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in Penang, the Malaysian Island State With an Exploding Art Scene; Sharon McDonnell; Conde Nast Traveler
A crop of new hotels, diverse restaurants, and a vibrant arts scene make the quaint shophouses of George Town more alluring to travelers than ever.
Source: Where to Eat, Stay, and Play in Penang, the Malaysian Island State With an Exploding Art Scene
The Best Places to Visit in Italy; Wanderlust
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Fears Mount Over The Future Of Afghanistan’s Historic Bamiyan Valley; RFERL

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Top tourist destinations: Where people are going on holiday in 2023; Jay Hilotin; Gulf News
Tourism numbers spiking in most places; some destinations have done exceptionally well…
Source: Top tourist destinations: Where people are going on holiday in 2023
Calls to protect Libyan heritage site spoilt by vandals; Africa News
UNESCO included Sabratha and four other Libyan sites on the List of World Heritage in Danger in July 2016 because of the damage caused to it and the many threats surrounding it.
Source: Calls to protect Libyan heritage site spoilt by vandals
Toy Train Engine Derails Near Darjeeling; PTI
On Saturday, The engine of a Darjeeling Himalayan Railway toy train jumped off the tracks making it the second derailment in the last 10 days.
Domestic travellers reroute to heritage trails for a trip down memory lane; Yvonne Jacob; Times of India
Source: Domestic travellers reroute to heritage trails for a trip down memory lane
12 of the Most Remote Places on Earth That You Can Visit; Travel + Leisure
Here are 12 remote places that you can visit around the world.
Source: 12 of the Most Remote Places on Earth That You Can Visit
16 Best Cheap Tropical Vacations: Cheapest Tropical Destinations; Cecilie Storgaard & Polly Hyson; News Observer

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How Did a Moai Statue End Up in a Lagoon?; Taylor Michael; Hyper Allergic
A newly identified sculpture in Easter Island found in a dried wetland intrigues researchers studying the Rapa Nui society.
Best Tropical Places to Visit: Vacation Destination Spots Around the World, Island Holidays, and More; Polly Hyson & Shannon Ancrum; Miami Herald

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All Is Not Lost: Pioneering Restorations of the Natural World; Environment News Service
The United Nations has recognized 10 unique efforts worldwide that are restoring nature. These World Restoration Flagships can now receive UN-backed funding.
Source: All Is Not Lost: Pioneering Restorations of the Natural World
What’s at the Bottom of the Great Blue Hole in Belize?; Samantha Franco; Abandoned Spaces
The Great Blue Hole has become a popular destination for diving enthusiasts and has provided many discoveries in its watery depths.
Source: What’s at the Bottom of the Great Blue Hole in Belize?
8 Ways to Encounter Authentic Aboriginal Experiences in Australia’s Northern Territory; Smithsonian Magazine
Immerse yourself in the stories, artworks and ancient traditions spanning more than 60,000 years…
Source: 8 Ways to Encounter Authentic Aboriginal Experiences in Australia’s Northern Territory