Virtual Globetrotting: Ancient

Virtual Globetrotting: Ancient http://virtualglobetrotting.com/ A great way to explore everything that can be seen from space! en-us Copyright 2013 Fri, 10 May 2013 13:52:33 -0700 http://backend.userland.com/rss <![CDATA[Varna Roman Baths]]>

Varna Roman Baths
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-05-10 13:52:33
The Roman Baths are one of the most valuable monuments of culture in Varna, situated in the central part of the city, on the corner of the streets San Stefano and Khan Krum. This is one of the sites of the Archaeological Museum in the city.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/varna-roman-baths/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/varna-roman-baths/ Fri, 10 May 2013 13:52:33 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/varna-roman-baths/ 43.20047600 27.91892600 <![CDATA[Arsuf (ancient city and fortress)]]>

Arsuf (ancient city and fortress)
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By: adrbr
@ 2013-05-10 05:22:11
Arsuf (Hebrew: אַרְסוּף, ארשוף, "'aRShOoPh", Arabic: "Arsaaf", أرصف‎) also known as Arsur or Apollonia, was an ancient city and fortress located in Israel, about 15 kilometres north of modern Tel Aviv, on a cliff above the Mediterranean Sea. The city site, Tel Arsuf, was intensively excavated from 1994. In 2002 it became Apollonia National Park.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/arsuf-ancient-city-and-fortress/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/arsuf-ancient-city-and-fortress/ Fri, 10 May 2013 05:22:11 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/arsuf-ancient-city-and-fortress/ 32.19528100 34.80656600 <![CDATA[Kovachevsko kale (Roman fortress)]]>

Kovachevsko kale (Roman fortress)
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By: adrbr
@ 2013-05-10 04:14:35
Kovachevsko kale (Bulgarian: Ковачевско кале) is a late Roman fortress, whose ruins are located 6 km west of the Bulgarian town of Popovo, near the modern road Popovo - Byala. The ancient name of the settlement is unknown. The Czech archaeologist Karel Škorpil called it Kovachoveshko kale, after the name of the nearby village, Kovachevets (at that time Kovachovets).]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/kovachevsko-kale-roman-fortress/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/kovachevsko-kale-roman-fortress/ Fri, 10 May 2013 04:14:35 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/kovachevsko-kale-roman-fortress/ 43.35991200 26.14540100 <![CDATA[Sentinum roman ruins]]>

Sentinum roman ruins
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By: giove
@ 2013-05-09 00:17:08]]>

Sentinum roman ruins
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By: giove
@ 2013-05-09 00:17:08]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/sentinum-roman-ruins/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/sentinum-roman-ruins/ Thu, 09 May 2013 00:17:08 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/sentinum-roman-ruins/ 43.41824900 12.85174300 <![CDATA[Temple of Hera (Paestum)]]>

Temple of Hera (Paestum)
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-05-08 06:04:43
Approximately fifty-five miles (ninety kilometers) south of Naples, Italy, stands the ancient city of Paestum. Legends tell of the city's founding by Jason and the Argonauts, but archaeologists, uncomfortable with the stuff of legends, attribute Paestum's birth to 7th century BC Greek colonists. Paestum was long known as Poseidonia, indicating that the site was once a ceremonial center of Poseidon (the Roman Neptune), the god of the sea. The two primary temples, the 550 BC Basilica and the 450 BC temple of Neptune, were originally dedicated to the fertility goddess Hera. A third temple on the site was dedicated to Athena, the goddess of wisdom, spiritual consciousness, and the arts. Poseidonia was conquered and occupied in 400 BC by the Lucans, an Italian people who ruled until 273 BC when the city became a Roman colony. With the fall of the Roman Empire, the spread of malaria from nearby marshes, and Moslem raids in the ninth century, Paestum fell into decline and was deserted for many centuries. Rediscovered only in 1752 by an Italian road-building crew working in the area, Paestum is the finest preserved Greek temple complex in the Mediterranean world.

http://sacredsites.com/europe/italy/temple_of_hera.html]]>

Chateau de Vollore
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By: jbottero
@ 2013-04-08 18:52:25
Vollore has been known in the history of Auvergne since the VIth century when Thierry, the son of Clovis, besieged it in 532.

The fortress, whose imposing Romanesque keep still exists today, was built in the XIIth century by the ancient Vollore familly. The chateau was then passed on to families from Thiers, and Chazeron, and in the XVIIth century the Montmorin family transformed it and gave it its present aspect.

Vollore has been in the same family for over 2 centuries and is today the home of the descendants of le Général de la Fayette in Auvergne.]]>

Madghacen
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-04-07 04:29:20
Madghacen or Medracen or Medghassen or Madghis also spelled Imadghassen, correct berber spelling imedghasen is a royal mausoleum-temple of the Berber Numidian Kings which stands near Batna city in Aurasius Mons in Numidia - Algeria.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/madghacen/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/madghacen/ Sun, 07 Apr 2013 04:29:20 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/madghacen/ 35.70726600 6.43484500 <![CDATA[Royal Mausoleum of Mauretania]]>

Royal Mausoleum of Mauretania
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-04-07 04:26:33
The Royal Mausoleum of Mauretania is a funerary monument on the road between Cherchell and Algiers, in Algeria. The Mausoleum is the tomb where the Roman clients Juba II and Cleopatra Selene II, king and queen of Mauretania, are buried.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/royal-mausoleum-of-mauretania/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/royal-mausoleum-of-mauretania/ Sun, 07 Apr 2013 04:26:33 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/royal-mausoleum-of-mauretania/ 36.57496100 2.55325900 <![CDATA[Pluto's 'Gate to Hell']]>

Pluto's 'Gate to Hell'
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By: jdubble07
@ 2013-04-02 07:40:01
The site, in the ancient Phrygian city of Hierapolis, now Pamukkale in southwestern Turkey, is said to closely match historical descriptions of what was known as Ploutonion in Greek and Pluutonium in Latin.

Describing the site, the Greek geographer Strabo (64/63 BC -- about 24 A.D.) said: 'This space is full of a vapor so misty and dense that one can scarcely see the ground. 'Any animal that passes inside meets instant death. I threw in sparrows and they immediately breathed their last and fell.'
]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/plutos-gate-to-hell/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/plutos-gate-to-hell/ Tue, 02 Apr 2013 07:40:01 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/plutos-gate-to-hell/ 37.92487889 29.12491562 <![CDATA[Iturranduz Dam]]>

Iturranduz Dam
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-04-02 03:53:34
The Iturranduz Dam was a Roman buttress dam in Navarra, Spain. It consisted of two dams, one dating to the 2nd, the other to the 3rd or 4th century AD.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/iturranduz-dam/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/iturranduz-dam/ Tue, 02 Apr 2013 03:53:34 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/iturranduz-dam/ 42.60861100 -1.89532900 <![CDATA[Roman temple of Alcántara]]>

Roman temple of Alcántara
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-04-02 03:51:03
The Roman temple of Alcántara is located at one side of the Alcántara Bridge, Cáceres, Extremadura (Spain). Along with the Roman temple of Vic, it is one of the only two Roman temples preserved nearly complete in Spain.
The bridge, triumphal arch and temple were all designed by the same architect, Gaius Julius Lacer, who dedicated the latter to the deified emperors of Rome. He concluded his work in 103 AD. The origin of the architect appears to be local, but stylistically the features of the building appear closely related to contemporary buildings in the Italica province. This suggests that the architect either studied in what is today Italy, or was born there and later moved to the Lusitania province. The temple was constructed as an offering to Trajan and the gods of Rome. After the conquest of Cáceres in 1169 by Ferdinand II of Leon, the temple was converted into a chapel of St. Julian; one reason the building remains so well-preserved. The conversion saw the addition of a belfry and a skull with tibias. The temple would eventually become a milestone along the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela. The architect was buried in the temple; his tomb is still preserved inside.]]>

Castell Biriciana
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By: Xeba73
@ 2013-03-25 01:46:46]]>

Castell Biriciana
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By: Xeba73
@ 2013-03-25 01:46:46]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/castell-biriciana/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/castell-biriciana/ Mon, 25 Mar 2013 01:46:46 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/castell-biriciana/ 49.03091100 10.96253900 <![CDATA[Suben Abbey]]>

Suben Abbey
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-03-12 05:54:52
Suben Abbey (Stift Suben) was a monastery of the Augustinian Canons in Suben in Austria.
In around 1050 the fortress that stood on the site, the property of the Counts of Formbach, was turned into a collegiate foundation by Tuta, daughter of Heinrich of Formbach, and wife of King Bela I of Hungary; it was established as a monastery in 1126. It had possessions in the Inn region, in Carinthia, Styria and the Wachau. In 1787 it was dissolved by Emperor Joseph II. The premises later passed into the possession of the Bavarian Field Marshal Prince Karl Philipp von Wrede. Since 1865 they have been used as a prison.]]>

Garsten Abbey
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-03-12 05:50:08
Garsten Abbey (Stift Garsten) was a Benedictine monastery in Garsten near Steyr in Upper Austria. It is now a prison.
Since 1851 the former monastery buildings have accommodated a prison, Justizanstalt Garsten. This is one of the few prisons in Austria where life sentences are carried out. Austrian incest-rapist Josef Fritzl is serving his sentence there.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/garsten-abbey/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/garsten-abbey/ Tue, 12 Mar 2013 05:50:08 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/garsten-abbey/ 48.02050100 14.40810800 <![CDATA[Arco da Porta Nova]]>

Arco da Porta Nova
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-03-06 12:49:14
The Arch of the New Gate (Portuguese: Arco da Porta Nova), is a Baroque and Neoclassical arch, designed by André Soares in the late 18th century, in the civil parish of Sé, municipality of Braga, in northern Portugal. The triumphal arch which decorates the western entrance to the medieval wall of the city, was opened in 1512 and traditionally used to present the city's keys to dignitaries and celebrities.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/arco-da-porta-nova/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/arco-da-porta-nova/ Wed, 06 Mar 2013 12:49:14 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/arco-da-porta-nova/ 41.55023000 -8.42972300 <![CDATA[Gori Fortress]]>

Gori Fortress
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-03-02 04:25:17
Gori Fortress (Georgian: გორის ციხე, "Goris Tsikhe") is a medieval citadel in Georgia, standing above the city of Gori on a rocky hill.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/gori-fortress/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/gori-fortress/ Sat, 02 Mar 2013 04:25:17 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/gori-fortress/ 41.98621100 44.10815500 <![CDATA[Sŏngbul-sa temple]]>

Sŏngbul-sa temple
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-02-28 01:05:33
Sŏngbul-sa is a Korean Buddhist temple in Sariwŏn, North Hwanghae Province, North Korea. It is located within the castle on Mt. Jŏngbang and was founded in 898 AD. The temple consists of six buildings, some of which are among the oldest wooden buildings in North Korea.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/sa-ngbul-sa-temple/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/sa-ngbul-sa-temple/ Thu, 28 Feb 2013 01:05:33 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/sa-ngbul-sa-temple/ 38.58008600 125.75116400 <![CDATA[Ch'ŏnju-sa temple]]>

Ch'ŏnju-sa temple
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-02-28 01:02:18
Ch'ŏnju-sa is a Korean Buddhist temple located on the southern slope of Yaksan mountain, in Yongbyon, North Pyongan province, North Korea. It is listed as National Treasure #46 in that country. Founded 1684 during the mid-Joseon dynasty the temple today retains its main prayer hall, known as Pogwang Hall (普光殿); the Chonju Pavilion (天柱樓), once known as one of the six most scenic spots in Yongbyon; and several lesser outbuildings, including storage rooms, and dormitories. Many buildings still feature delicate original paintings in a well-preserved state.
During Toyotomi Hideyoshi's invasions of Korea in the late 16th century, the temple was used as an outpost for the bands of warrior monks who helped defend the country against the Japanese.]]>

Anhwa-sa temple
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-02-28 00:59:47
Anhwa-sa is a Korean Buddhist temple located on Mt. Songak in the historic city of Kaesong, North Korea. Once one of the smallest of the many temples in Kaesong, today it is the only one to have survived the Korean War.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/anhwa-sa-temple/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/anhwa-sa-temple/ Thu, 28 Feb 2013 00:59:47 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/anhwa-sa-temple/ 37.99213600 126.55387400 <![CDATA[Kaesim-sa temple]]>

Kaesim-sa temple
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-02-28 00:56:28
P'yohun-sa is a Korean Buddhist temple located on Mount Kumgang, North Korea. Founded in the 7th century under the kingdom of Silla, it is the only one of Mount Kumgang's four great temples to have survived the Korean War. It is listed as National Treasure #97 in that country.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/kaesim-sa-temple/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/kaesim-sa-temple/ Thu, 28 Feb 2013 00:56:28 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/kaesim-sa-temple/ 41.05408900 129.59699600 <![CDATA[Tonggun Pavilion]]>

Tonggun Pavilion
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-02-28 00:48:35
Tonggun Pavilion(in Hangul:통군정, in Hanja:統軍亭) is the hall located in Uiju county, North Pyongan Province of North Korea. The pavilion faces Liaoning Province, China right forward. The formation of the building seems like square.
The book called Imsahong-gi(임사홍기) written in 991 says the exact year of establishment. Almost 6 centuries later, Junjong of Joseon re-established the pavilion in 1538, where seriously destoryed during Korean War in 20th century. Later the pavilion was restored.
It belongs to 8 famous spots of northernwest Korea while designated as treasure no.51 of North Korea]]>

Manno Gate
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-02-28 00:45:40
Manno Gate is the old south gate of the city of Yŏngbyon. Dating to the Joseon Dynasty, the gate was first constructed in 1658, and later rebuilt in 1789. Once guarding the road to Pyongyang, it bears a striking similarity to Pyongyang's Taedong Gate. It features a granite base topped by a two-story pavilion, the upper part of which bears a sign marking the gate as the old Yŏnju Castle Gate (古延州城門).]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/manno-gate/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/manno-gate/ Thu, 28 Feb 2013 00:45:40 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/manno-gate/ 39.81024600 125.80618100 <![CDATA[Ryongwang Pavilion]]>

Ryongwang Pavilion
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-02-28 00:37:05
Ryongwang Pavilion is a scenic overlook located in the central district of Pyongyang, North Korea. Located on the bank of the Taedong River, the pavilion was first constructed during the Goguryeo dynasty as "Sansu Pavilion", and was part of the defenses of the walled city of Pyongyang (along with the nearby Taedong Gate and Pyongyang Bell. It is labeled as National Treasure #16 in North Korea.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/ryongwang-pavilion/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/ryongwang-pavilion/ Thu, 28 Feb 2013 00:37:05 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/ryongwang-pavilion/ 39.02326400 125.75758000 <![CDATA[Potong Gate]]>

Potong Gate
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-02-27 11:10:49
Potong Gate is the western gate of the inner complex of the walled city of Pyongyang (Pyongyang Castle). It was originally built in the sixth century as an official Koguryo construction, and was later rebuilt in 1473. It features a granite base topped by a two-story pavilion. The gate's pavilion was destroyed by American bombings during the destruction of Pyongyang in Korean War, but was later reconstructed in 1955.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/potong-gate/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/potong-gate/ Wed, 27 Feb 2013 11:10:49 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/potong-gate/ 39.02707100 125.74212800 <![CDATA[Taedong Gate]]>

Taedong Gate
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-02-27 11:08:57
Taedong Gate is the eastern gate of the inner castle of the walled city of Pyongyang (Pyongyang Castle), and one of the National Treasures of North Korea. Located on the banks of the Taedong River, from which it gets its name, the gate was originally built in the sixth century as an official Koguryo construction, and, along with the Ryongwang Pavilion and Pyongyang Bell, served as the center of the inner castle's eastern defenses.The present construction dates from 1635, however, as the original was burnt to the ground during the Imjin wars of the late 16th century.]]>

Chashma-Ayub Mausoleum
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-02-26 06:52:56
Chashma-Ayub Mausoleum is located near the Samani Mausoleum, in Bukhara, Uzbekistan. Its name means Job's well, due to the legend in which Job (Ayub) visited this place and made a well by striking the ground with his staff. The water of this well is still pure and is considered healing. The current building was constructed during the reign of Timur and features a Khwarazm-style conical dome uncommon in Bukhara.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/chashma-ayub-mausoleum/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/chashma-ayub-mausoleum/ Tue, 26 Feb 2013 06:52:56 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/chashma-ayub-mausoleum/ 39.77821600 64.40298700 <![CDATA[The Ark of Bukhara]]>

The Ark of Bukhara
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-02-26 06:47:42
The Ark is a massive fortress located in the city of Bukhara, Uzbekistan that was initially built and occupied around the 5th century AD. In addition to being a military structure, the Ark encompassed what was essentially a town that, during much of the fortress' history, was inhabited by the various royal courts that held sway over the region surrounding Bukhara. The Ark was used as a fortress until it fell to Russia in 1920. Currently, the ruins of the Ark are a tourist attraction and house museums covering its history.]]>

Zenkō-ji
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By: LancelotLink
@ 2013-02-23 02:41:19]]>

Zenkō-ji
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By: LancelotLink
@ 2013-02-23 02:41:19]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/zenka-ji/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/zenka-ji/ Sat, 23 Feb 2013 02:41:19 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/zenka-ji/ 36.66090200 138.18765000 <![CDATA[The Temple of Diana]]>

The Temple of Diana
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-02-16 05:31:02
Erected during Augustus' reign with local granite, later it was partly re-used for the palace of the Count of Corbos.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/the-temple-of-diana/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/the-temple-of-diana/ Sat, 16 Feb 2013 05:31:02 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/the-temple-of-diana/ 38.91635900 -6.34414700 <![CDATA[White Mosque]]>

White Mosque
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-02-14 04:28:11
The White Mosque (Arabic: المسجد الأبيض‎ a-Masjid al-Abyad, Hebrew: המסגד הלבן‎ haMisgad haLavan) is an ancient Ummayad mosque in the city of Ramla, Israel. Only the minaret is still standing. According to local Islamic tradition, the northwest section of the mosque contained the shrine of a famous Palestinian saint, Nabi Salih.

An earthquake in January 1034 destroyed the mosque, "leaving it in a heap of ruins", along with a third of the city.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/white-mosque/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/white-mosque/ Thu, 14 Feb 2013 04:28:11 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/white-mosque/ 31.92811500 34.86551600 <![CDATA[Miramar Monastery]]>

Miramar Monastery
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-02-11 07:36:10
The Miramar Monastery (Monasterio de Miramar), situated in the property of the same name, in the municipality of Valldemossa, was founded in 1276 by King James II of Mallorca, at the request of Ramon Llull, to held a missionary school dedicated to teaching Arabic and other oriental languages, with a view to preparing friars to convert the heathen to Christianity.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/miramar-monastery/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/miramar-monastery/ Mon, 11 Feb 2013 07:36:10 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/miramar-monastery/ 39.73900200 2.61789000 <![CDATA[Roman Town of Pollentia]]>

Roman Town of Pollentia
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-02-11 07:27:15
The Roman town of Pollentia, called now Pol·lèntia in Catalan, is to be found on the outskirts of the mediaeval walls of the historic centre of Alcúdia. It is one of the two towns, the other one was the present Palma, founded by the consul Quintus Caecilius Metellus, leader of the Roman expedition that dominated the island in 123 BC. The remains occupy an area of some 12 hectares and the group includes the residential district Portella, where the excavations have uncovered two streets and several houses, plus the Forum, the public square where singular buildings have been found, such as the Capitol Temple dedicated to imperial cult. As from the III century AD a wall was built of which 100 metres are preserved. On the outskirts of the town, some 10 minutes on foot, is the Roman theatre, built at the end of the I century AD with a capacity for 2000 people. The Roman town started its decline as from the IV century AD, particularly after the Vandal and Byzantine invasions.]]>

Sarmizegetusa amphitheater
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By: hhgygy
@ 2013-02-10 01:40:47]]>

Sarmizegetusa amphitheater
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By: hhgygy
@ 2013-02-10 01:40:47]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/sarmizegetusa-amphitheater/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/sarmizegetusa-amphitheater/ Sun, 10 Feb 2013 01:40:47 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/sarmizegetusa-amphitheater/ 45.51675300 22.78587600 <![CDATA[Ruins of Jesús de Tavarangue]]>

Ruins of Jesús de Tavarangue
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-01-29 01:49:08
Jesús de Tavarangue was a Jesuit Reduction located in what is now Itapua, Paraguay. The ruins of the mission, together with those of Trinidad were designated a UN World Heritage Site designated in 1993.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/ruins-of-jesa-s-de-tavarangue/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/ruins-of-jesa-s-de-tavarangue/ Tue, 29 Jan 2013 01:49:08 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/ruins-of-jesa-s-de-tavarangue/ -27.05603000 -55.75284200 <![CDATA[Tel Megiddo]]>

Tel Megiddo
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By: LancelotLink
@ 2013-01-19 10:53:36]]>

Tel Megiddo
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By: LancelotLink
@ 2013-01-19 10:53:36]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/tel-megiddo/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/tel-megiddo/ Sat, 19 Jan 2013 10:53:36 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/tel-megiddo/ 32.58497100 35.18550300 <![CDATA[Roman Theater, Caesarea Maritima]]>

Roman Theater, Caesarea Maritima
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By: daggerwell
@ 2013-01-18 10:17:44
http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/roman-city-of-caesarea-maritima/]]>

Roman Theater, Caesarea Maritima
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By: daggerwell
@ 2013-01-18 10:17:44
http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/roman-city-of-caesarea-maritima/]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/roman-theater-caesarea-maritima/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/roman-theater-caesarea-maritima/ Fri, 18 Jan 2013 10:17:44 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/roman-theater-caesarea-maritima/ 32.49630900 34.89091000 <![CDATA[Watchtower of Venturada]]>

Watchtower of Venturada
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-01-16 05:11:01
The Watchtower of Venturada (Spanish: Atalaya de Venturada) is a watchtower located in Venturada, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1983.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/watchtower-of-venturada/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/watchtower-of-venturada/ Wed, 16 Jan 2013 05:11:01 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/watchtower-of-venturada/ 40.78706100 -3.60840900 <![CDATA[Watchtower of Torrelodones]]>

Watchtower of Torrelodones
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-01-16 05:09:19
The Watchtower of Torrelodones (Spanish: Atalaya de Torrelodones) is a watchtower located in Torrelodones, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1983.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/watchtower-of-torrelodones/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/watchtower-of-torrelodones/ Wed, 16 Jan 2013 05:09:19 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/watchtower-of-torrelodones/ 40.57492600 -3.93194400 <![CDATA[Watchtower of El Vellón]]>

Watchtower of El Vellón
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-01-16 05:07:37
The Watchtower of El Vellón (Spanish: Atalaya de El Vellón) is a watchtower located in El Vellón, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1983.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/watchtower-of-el-vella-n/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/watchtower-of-el-vella-n/ Wed, 16 Jan 2013 05:07:37 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/watchtower-of-el-vella-n/ 40.76870700 -3.56322900 <![CDATA[Torre de la Malmuerta]]>

Torre de la Malmuerta
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-01-16 05:04:23
The Torre de la Malmuerta is a gate tower in Córdoba, Spain.]]>

Torre de la Malmuerta
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-01-16 05:04:23
The Torre de la Malmuerta is a gate tower in Córdoba, Spain.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/torre-de-la-malmuerta/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/torre-de-la-malmuerta/ Wed, 16 Jan 2013 05:04:23 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/torre-de-la-malmuerta/ 37.89197100 -4.77711900 <![CDATA[Daming Tang Imperial Palace]]>

Daming Tang Imperial Palace
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By: Dania
@ 2013-01-15 21:15:25
The Daming Palace was the imperial palace complex of the Tang Dynasty, located in its capital Chang'an. It served as the royal residence of the Tang emperors for more than 220 years. Today, it is designated as a national heritage site of China. The area is located northeast of present-day Xi'an, Shaanxi Province.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/daming-tang-imperial-palace/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/daming-tang-imperial-palace/ Tue, 15 Jan 2013 21:15:25 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/daming-tang-imperial-palace/ 34.29317600 108.96068600 <![CDATA[Epang Qin Palace]]>

Epang Qin Palace
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By: Dania
@ 2013-01-15 20:59:00
Epang Palace in western Xi’an, Shaanxi Province, China, was a palace complex of Qin Shihuang, the first emperor of China. Construction of the palace began in 212 BC. With the excpetion of its front hall, it was never completed according to findings by Chinese archaeologists.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/epang-qin-palace/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/epang-qin-palace/ Tue, 15 Jan 2013 20:59:00 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/epang-qin-palace/ 34.25925600 108.81022500 <![CDATA[Remains of Weiyang Imperial Palace]]>

Remains of Weiyang Imperial Palace
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By: Dania
@ 2013-01-15 20:53:13
Weiyang Palace was a palace complex, located near the city of Chang'an (modern day Xi'an). Built in 200 BC at the request of Han Gaozu, under the supervision of his prime minister Xiao He, it served as the administrative centre and imperial residence of the Western Han Dynasty, as well as the Western Jin dynasty and several other regimes during the Northern and Southern Dynasties.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/remains-of-weiyang-imperial-palace/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/remains-of-weiyang-imperial-palace/ Tue, 15 Jan 2013 20:53:13 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/remains-of-weiyang-imperial-palace/ 34.30491900 108.85851500 <![CDATA[Yangshan Quarry]]>

Yangshan Quarry
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By: Dania
@ 2013-01-15 19:20:56
The Yangshan Quarry (literally "Yangshan Stele Material") is an ancient stone quarry near Nanjing, China. Used during many centuries as a source of stone for buildings and monuments of Nanjing, it is presently preserved as a historic site.

The quarry is famous for the gigantic unfinished stele that was abandoned there during the reign of the Yongle Emperor in the early 15th century.

In scope and ambition, the stele project is compared to other public works projects of Yongle era, which included the launching of the Treasure Fleet for the Zheng He expeditions and the construction of the Forbidden City in Beijing.]]>

Ses Païsses
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By: Mike1989
@ 2013-01-14 09:42:46
Ses Païsses is a Bronze Age talayotic settlement on the southeastern outskirts of Artà in northeastern Majorca. It is one of the most important and best-preserved prehistoric sites in the Balearic Islands, although it is largely overgrown with woodland, mainly Quercus ilex (holm oak), making it impossible to see the site as a whole.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/ses-paa-sses/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/ses-paa-sses/ Mon, 14 Jan 2013 09:42:46 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/ses-paa-sses/ 39.68732500 3.35393000 <![CDATA[Propylaea on Acropolis]]>

Propylaea on Acropolis
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By: Dania
@ 2013-01-03 16:21:17
A Propylaea, Propylea or Propylaia is any monumental gateway based on the original Propylaea that serves as the entrance to the Acropolis in Athens.

The word propylaea (propylaeum is the Latin version) is the union of the prefix pro (before or in front of) plus the plural of the Greek pylon or pylaion (gate), meaning literally that which is before the gates, but the word has come to mean simply gate building.

The Brandenburg Gate of Berlin and the Propylaea in Munich are specifically copied from the central portion of the Propylaea.]]>

Machu Picchu
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By: Dania
@ 2013-01-01 14:24:28
Machu Picchu is a pre-Columbian 15th-century Inca site located 2,430 metres (7,970 ft) above sea level. Machu Picchu is located in the Cusco Region of Peru, South America. It is situated on a mountain ridge above the Urubamba Valley in Peru, which is 80 kilometres (50 mi) northwest of Cusco and through which the Urubamba River flows.

Most archaeologists believe that Machu Picchu was built as an estate for the Inca emperor Pachacuti (1438–1472). Often referred to as the "City of the Incas", it is perhaps the most familiar icon of Inca civilization.]]>

Plovdiv Roman amphitheatre
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By: Dania
@ 2012-12-17 15:20:29
The ancient theatre of Philippopolis is a historical building in the city center of Plovdiv (ancient Philippopolis), Bulgaria. Although this structure is commonly referred to as an amphitheatre, it is actually a traditional Roman theatre. It stands between the south-western slope of the Dzhambaz Tepe and the Taxim tepe hill within the old town, and is a major tourist attraction for travelers coming to the area.

According to a builders’ inscription, discovered on the frieze-architrave of the eastern proskenion, the construction of the theatre dates back to the time of Emperor Trajan (reigned 98–117 AD).]]>

Model of Plovdiv Roman Stadium
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By: Dania
@ 2012-12-17 15:08:50
The Stadium of Philippopolis in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, is among the largest structures from the time of the Ancient Rome in the Balkan peninsula. Philippopolis and Trimontium (the three hills) were the popular names of the ancient city Plovdiv, Bulgaria during the Ancient Rome.

Behind the model is a piece of the Roman wall.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/model-of-plovdiv-roman-stadium/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/model-of-plovdiv-roman-stadium/ Mon, 17 Dec 2012 15:08:50 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/model-of-plovdiv-roman-stadium/ 42.14769000 24.74793400 <![CDATA[Plovdiv Roman Stadium (Under the bridge)]]>

Plovdiv Roman Stadium (Under the bridge)

Plovdiv Roman Stadium (Under the bridge)
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By: Dania
@ 2012-12-17 15:05:32
The Stadium of Philippopolis in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, is among the largest structures from the time of the Ancient Rome in the Balkan peninsula. Philippopolis and Trimontium (the three hills) were the popular names of the ancient city Plovdiv, Bulgaria during the Ancient Rome.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/plovdiv-roman-stadium-under-the-bridge/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/plovdiv-roman-stadium-under-the-bridge/ Mon, 17 Dec 2012 15:05:32 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/plovdiv-roman-stadium-under-the-bridge/ 42.14769000 24.74793400 <![CDATA[Nun's Well]]>

Nun's Well
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-12-16 04:23:57
Nun's Well is an ancient underground water reservoir in the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar. It is located at Europa Point, and is thought to be of the Moorish period. It represents some of the earliest evidence of an artificial water supply in Gibraltar. The name of the cistern is thought to be derived from the nuns associated with the Shrine of Our Lady of Europe. In the eighteenth century, Nun's Well supplied the military with water. In the early nineteenth century, it provided water for the brewery that was built next door. In 1988, the Royal Engineers constructed what is now the main building, which has a castle-like appearance. Nun's Well became the focus of controversy during the 2010-2011 restoration of the site.]]>

Jõelähtme Barrow Cemetery
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By: mlc1us
@ 2012-12-05 13:58:34]]>

Jõelähtme Barrow Cemetery
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By: mlc1us
@ 2012-12-05 13:58:34]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/ja-ela-htme-barrow-cemetery/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/ja-ela-htme-barrow-cemetery/ Wed, 05 Dec 2012 13:58:34 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/ja-ela-htme-barrow-cemetery/ 59.44029400 25.13523300 <![CDATA[Pont de Sant Antoni de la Grella]]>

Pont de Sant Antoni de la Grella
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-11-23 12:14:43]]>

Pont de Sant Antoni de la Grella
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-11-23 12:14:43]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/pont-de-sant-antoni-de-la-grella/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/pont-de-sant-antoni-de-la-grella/ Fri, 23 Nov 2012 12:14:43 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/pont-de-sant-antoni-de-la-grella/ 42.52490500 1.52064800 <![CDATA[Porta Della Fratta]]>

Porta Della Fratta
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-11-22 08:43:54]]>

Porta Della Fratta
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-11-22 08:43:54]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/porta-della-fratta/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/porta-della-fratta/ Thu, 22 Nov 2012 08:43:54 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/porta-della-fratta/ 43.93474900 12.44882900 <![CDATA[Castle of Zahara de la Sierra]]>

Castle of Zahara de la Sierra
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-10-23 02:08:13
The Castle of Zahara de la Sierra (Spanish: Castillo de Zahara de la Sierra) is a castle located in Zahara de la Sierra, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1993.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/castle-of-zahara-de-la-sierra/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/castle-of-zahara-de-la-sierra/ Tue, 23 Oct 2012 02:08:13 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/castle-of-zahara-de-la-sierra/ 36.83688500 -5.39006600 <![CDATA[Aljub de la Font Santa]]>

Aljub de la Font Santa
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-10-21 12:28:35
Aljub de la Font Santa ("Font Santa's Well", also known as Aljub des banyos or Aljub de Cas Donat) is an historic building, housing a rainwater storage well, in the municipality of Campos, Mallorca. It was built in 1671–1673, during the restoration of the adjacent Church of Saint Joan de la Font Santa, by remodelling the bathing room of a house known as Ca's Donat.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/aljub-de-la-font-santa/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/aljub-de-la-font-santa/ Sun, 21 Oct 2012 12:28:35 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/aljub-de-la-font-santa/ 39.35325000 3.01604300 <![CDATA[Ros Castle]]>

Ros Castle
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By: Hinkkanen
@ 2012-10-21 07:50:35
Badly eroded iron age hillfort with great views. The view is panoramic and very extensive, and on a clear day, a total of seven castles can be seen from the summit, including the one on Holy Island.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/ros-castle/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/ros-castle/ Sun, 21 Oct 2012 07:50:35 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/ros-castle/ 55.52144600 -1.87304000 <![CDATA[Brough Law Hill Fort]]>

Brough Law Hill Fort
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By: Hinkkanen
@ 2012-10-21 05:38:17
Iron age hill fort, one of many in the area.]]>

Brough Law Hill Fort
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By: Hinkkanen
@ 2012-10-21 05:38:17
Iron age hill fort, one of many in the area.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/brough-law-hill-fort/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/brough-law-hill-fort/ Sun, 21 Oct 2012 05:38:17 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/brough-law-hill-fort/ 55.44098000 -2.00373900 <![CDATA[Castle Hill]]>

Castle Hill
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By: Hinkkanen
@ 2012-10-21 04:49:20
Iron age hill fort and settlement near the village of Alnham, Northumberland]]>

Castle Hill
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By: Hinkkanen
@ 2012-10-21 04:49:20
Iron age hill fort and settlement near the village of Alnham, Northumberland]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/castle-hill-1/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/castle-hill-1/ Sun, 21 Oct 2012 04:49:20 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/castle-hill-1/ 55.39243300 -2.03318400 <![CDATA[Fyrkat Viking Ring Castle]]>

Fyrkat Viking Ring Castle
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By: LancelotLink
@ 2012-10-20 11:17:44]]>

Fyrkat Viking Ring Castle
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By: LancelotLink
@ 2012-10-20 11:17:44]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/fyrkat-viking-ring-castle/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/fyrkat-viking-ring-castle/ Sat, 20 Oct 2012 11:17:44 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/fyrkat-viking-ring-castle/ 56.62339000 9.77128300 <![CDATA[Largo di Torre Argentina]]>

Largo di Torre Argentina
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By: LancelotLink
@ 2012-10-12 08:02:41
Place where Julius Caesar was assassinated.]]>

Largo di Torre Argentina
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By: LancelotLink
@ 2012-10-12 08:02:41
Place where Julius Caesar was assassinated.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/largo-di-torre-argentina-1/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/largo-di-torre-argentina-1/ Fri, 12 Oct 2012 08:02:41 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/largo-di-torre-argentina-1/ 41.89490900 12.47688600 <![CDATA[Hercules Gate]]>

Hercules Gate
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By: hhgygy
@ 2012-10-06 09:30:54]]>

Hercules Gate
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By: hhgygy
@ 2012-10-06 09:30:54]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/hercules-gate/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/hercules-gate/ Sat, 06 Oct 2012 09:30:54 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/hercules-gate/ 44.87022400 13.84806300 <![CDATA[Arch of the Sergii]]>

Arch of the Sergii
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By: hhgygy
@ 2012-10-06 09:16:24]]>

Arch of the Sergii
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By: hhgygy
@ 2012-10-06 09:16:24]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/arch-of-the-sergii/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/arch-of-the-sergii/ Sat, 06 Oct 2012 09:16:24 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/arch-of-the-sergii/ 44.86831800 13.84771300 <![CDATA[Temple of Augustus (Pula)]]>

Temple of Augustus (Pula)
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By: hhgygy
@ 2012-10-06 08:47:15]]>

Temple of Augustus (Pula)
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By: hhgygy
@ 2012-10-06 08:47:15]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/temple-of-augustus-pula/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/temple-of-augustus-pula/ Sat, 06 Oct 2012 08:47:15 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/temple-of-augustus-pula/ 44.87032300 13.84133200 <![CDATA[Pont de la Margineda]]>

Pont de la Margineda
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-09-27 03:28:38
Pont de la Margineda is a bridge located in Santa Coloma d'Andorra, Andorra la Vella Parish, Andorra. It is a heritage property registered in the Cultural Heritage of Andorra. It was built in the 14-15th century.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pont_de_la_Margineda]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/pont-de-la-margineda/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/pont-de-la-margineda/ Thu, 27 Sep 2012 03:28:38 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/pont-de-la-margineda/ 42.48439300 1.49157200 <![CDATA[Pyramid of Flowers]]>

Pyramid of Flowers
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By: mlc1us
@ 2012-09-05 15:59:46
Xochitecatl pre-Columbian archaeological site.]]>

Pyramid of Flowers
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By: mlc1us
@ 2012-09-05 15:59:46
Xochitecatl pre-Columbian archaeological site.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/pyramid-of-flowers/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/pyramid-of-flowers/ Wed, 05 Sep 2012 15:59:46 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/pyramid-of-flowers/ 19.24494700 -98.35005200 <![CDATA[Simbiling Monastery]]>

Simbiling Monastery
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-09-04 06:26:03
Simbiling Monastery, also known as Shambuling Gompa, Shepeling Dzong and Taklakot Gompa, was located next to the large fort of Tegla Kar (Lying Tiger Fort) on a ridge near Taklakot, above the town of Purang, in the Ngari province, which is just over the border from Nepal in western Tibet in the valley of the Karnali River, which is known in Tibet as the Mapchchu Khambab - the 'Peacock Mouth River' or 'River Formed from the Mouth of a Peacock'.

In 2003, work was begun to rebuild Shambuling Monastery by Trugo Lama, Lobsang Samten, and there are now a few monks there.]]>

Yungbulakang Palace
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-09-04 06:22:18
Yumbulagang is an ancient palace in the Yarlung Valley, Nêdong County in the vicinity of Zêtang the seat of the prefectural administration of Lhoka (Pinyin: Shannan), in the South of Tibet Autonomous Region of the People's Republic of China.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/yungbulakang-palace/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/yungbulakang-palace/ Tue, 04 Sep 2012 06:22:18 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/yungbulakang-palace/ 29.14264100 91.80264300 <![CDATA[Chitishio Dzong]]>

Chitishio Dzong
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-09-04 06:19:01
Chitishio is a dzong in Tibet. The site is currently in ruins. It was a Buddhist monastery.]]>

Chitishio Dzong
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-09-04 06:19:01
Chitishio is a dzong in Tibet. The site is currently in ruins. It was a Buddhist monastery.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/chitishio-dzong/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/chitishio-dzong/ Tue, 04 Sep 2012 06:19:01 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/chitishio-dzong/ 29.27709200 91.11169000 <![CDATA[Tomb of Empress Ai]]>

Tomb of Empress Ai
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-09-03 08:08:58]]>

Tomb of Empress Ai
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-09-03 08:08:58]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/tomb-of-empress-ai/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/tomb-of-empress-ai/ Mon, 03 Sep 2012 08:08:58 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/tomb-of-empress-ai/ 34.63406200 112.81290100 <![CDATA[Mausoleum of Emperor Xiaojing of Tang]]>

Mausoleum of Emperor Xiaojing of Tang
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-09-03 08:05:53]]>

Mausoleum of Emperor Xiaojing of Tang
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-09-03 08:05:53]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mausoleum-of-emperor-xiaojing-of-tang/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mausoleum-of-emperor-xiaojing-of-tang/ Mon, 03 Sep 2012 08:05:53 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/mausoleum-of-emperor-xiaojing-of-tang/ 34.63151300 112.81208000 <![CDATA[Tomb of Emperor Wu of Han]]>

Tomb of Emperor Wu of Han
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-09-03 08:00:28
Emperor Wu of Han, personal name Liu Che, was the seventh emperor of the Han Dynasty of China, ruling from 141 BC to 87 BC.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/tomb-of-emperor-wu-of-han/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/tomb-of-emperor-wu-of-han/ Mon, 03 Sep 2012 08:00:28 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/tomb-of-emperor-wu-of-han/ 34.33813000 108.56958700 <![CDATA[Tomb of Empress Shangguan]]>

Tomb of Empress Shangguan
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-09-03 07:55:55
Grand Empress Dowager Shangguan (89 BC(?) – 37 BC), also known as Empress Shangguan, Empress Xiaozhao and Empress Dowager Shangguan, was an Empress, Empress Dowager and Grand Empress Dowager during Han Dynasty and wife to Emperor Zhao.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/tomb-of-empress-shangguan/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/tomb-of-empress-shangguan/ Mon, 03 Sep 2012 07:55:55 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/tomb-of-empress-shangguan/ 34.36309100 108.63123500 <![CDATA[Tomb of Emperor Zhao of Han]]>

Tomb of Emperor Zhao of Han
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-09-03 07:52:39
Emperor Zhao of Han (94 BC – 74 BC) was an emperor of the Chinese Han Dynasty from 87 BC to 74 BC.

Chinese pyramids are ancient mausoleums and burial mounds built to house the remains of several early emperors of China and their imperial relatives.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/tomb-of-emperor-zhao-of-han/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/tomb-of-emperor-zhao-of-han/ Mon, 03 Sep 2012 07:52:39 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/tomb-of-emperor-zhao-of-han/ 34.36180700 108.64060200 <![CDATA[Casas Grandes (Paquimé)]]>

Casas Grandes (Paquimé)
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-27 15:33:00
http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/archeological-ruins-of-paquime/]]>

Casas Grandes (Paquimé)
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-27 15:33:00
http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/archeological-ruins-of-paquime/]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/casas-grandes-paquima/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/casas-grandes-paquima/ Mon, 27 Aug 2012 15:33:00 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/casas-grandes-paquima/ 30.36618500 -107.94730200 <![CDATA[The Arch Chichen Itza]]>

The Arch Chichen Itza
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-08-27 08:00:21]]>

The Arch Chichen Itza
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-08-27 08:00:21]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/the-arch-chichen-itza/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/the-arch-chichen-itza/ Mon, 27 Aug 2012 08:00:21 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/the-arch-chichen-itza/ 20.68055700 -88.56788100 <![CDATA[Temple of the Bearded Man]]>

Temple of the Bearded Man
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-08-27 07:55:44
The Temple of the Bearded Man is located at the north end of the Great Ball Court, and it is called the Temple of the Bearded Man because of the several representations of bearded individuals.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/temple-of-the-bearded-man/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/temple-of-the-bearded-man/ Mon, 27 Aug 2012 07:55:44 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/temple-of-the-bearded-man/ 20.68500100 -88.56986000 <![CDATA[Adoratorio (shrine), Tula]]>

Adoratorio (shrine), Tula
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-27 07:00:38]]>

Adoratorio (shrine), Tula
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-27 07:00:38]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/adoratorio-shrine-tula/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/adoratorio-shrine-tula/ Mon, 27 Aug 2012 07:00:38 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/adoratorio-shrine-tula/ 20.06328500 -99.34120900 <![CDATA[Building K, Tula]]>

Building K, Tula
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-27 06:58:11]]>

Building K, Tula
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-27 06:58:11]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/building-k-tula/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/building-k-tula/ Mon, 27 Aug 2012 06:58:11 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/building-k-tula/ 20.06326800 -99.34182000 <![CDATA[Ballcourt 2, Tula]]>

Ballcourt 2, Tula
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-27 06:56:49]]>

Ballcourt 2, Tula
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-27 06:56:49]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/ballcourt-2-tula/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/ballcourt-2-tula/ Mon, 27 Aug 2012 06:56:49 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/ballcourt-2-tula/ 20.06308700 -99.34245100 <![CDATA[Pyramid B, Tula]]>

Pyramid B, Tula
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-27 06:55:19]]>

Pyramid B, Tula
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-27 06:55:19]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/pyramid-b-tula/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/pyramid-b-tula/ Mon, 27 Aug 2012 06:55:19 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/pyramid-b-tula/ 20.06461900 -99.34066600 <![CDATA[Coatepantili (Wall of Serpents)]]>

Coatepantili (Wall of Serpents)
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-27 06:52:40]]>

Coatepantili (Wall of Serpents)
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-27 06:52:40]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/coatepantili-wall-of-serpents/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/coatepantili-wall-of-serpents/ Mon, 27 Aug 2012 06:52:40 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/coatepantili-wall-of-serpents/ 20.06441600 -99.34048300 <![CDATA[Palacio Quemado]]>

Palacio Quemado
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-27 06:48:56]]>

Palacio Quemado
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-27 06:48:56]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/palacio-quemado-1/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/palacio-quemado-1/ Mon, 27 Aug 2012 06:48:56 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/palacio-quemado-1/ 20.06413200 -99.34080200 <![CDATA[Toltec warrior columns]]>

Toltec warrior columns
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-27 06:47:28
aka 'Telamons of Tula'
http://www.delange.org/Tula/Tula.htm]]>

Toltec warrior columns
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-27 06:47:28
aka 'Telamons of Tula'
http://www.delange.org/Tula/Tula.htm]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/toltec-warrior-columns/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/toltec-warrior-columns/ Mon, 27 Aug 2012 06:47:28 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/toltec-warrior-columns/ 20.06387900 -99.34109100 <![CDATA[Temple III and III-A of Comalcalco]]>

Temple III and III-A of Comalcalco
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-08-26 07:22:10]]>

Temple III and III-A of Comalcalco
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-08-26 07:22:10]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/temple-iii-and-iii-a-of-comalcalco/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/temple-iii-and-iii-a-of-comalcalco/ Sun, 26 Aug 2012 07:22:10 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/temple-iii-and-iii-a-of-comalcalco/ 18.27978200 -93.20112400 <![CDATA[Temple V of Comalcalco]]>

Temple V of Comalcalco
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-08-26 07:14:25]]>

Temple V of Comalcalco
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-08-26 07:14:25]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/temple-v-of-comalcalco/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/temple-v-of-comalcalco/ Sun, 26 Aug 2012 07:14:25 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/temple-v-of-comalcalco/ 18.27829000 -93.20071000 <![CDATA[The Palace (El Palacio) of Comalcalco]]>

The Palace (El Palacio) of Comalcalco
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-08-26 07:12:50]]>

The Palace (El Palacio) of Comalcalco
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-08-26 07:12:50]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/the-palace-el-palacio-of-comalcalco/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/the-palace-el-palacio-of-comalcalco/ Sun, 26 Aug 2012 07:12:50 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/the-palace-el-palacio-of-comalcalco/ 18.27847300 -93.20057300 <![CDATA[Temple II of Comalcalco]]>

Temple II of Comalcalco
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-08-26 07:08:27]]>

Temple II of Comalcalco
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-08-26 07:08:27]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/temple-ii-of-comalcalco/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/temple-ii-of-comalcalco/ Sun, 26 Aug 2012 07:08:27 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/temple-ii-of-comalcalco/ 18.28012300 -93.20135000 <![CDATA[Building J (Observatorio), Monte Albán]]>

Building J (Observatorio), Monte Albán
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-26 07:06:26]]>

Building J (Observatorio), Monte Albán
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-26 07:06:26]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/building-j-observatorio-monte-alba-n/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/building-j-observatorio-monte-alba-n/ Sun, 26 Aug 2012 07:06:26 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/building-j-observatorio-monte-alba-n/ 17.04172500 -96.76813600 <![CDATA[Altar, Monte Albán]]>

Altar, Monte Albán
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-26 07:04:50]]>

Altar, Monte Albán
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-26 07:04:50]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/altar-monte-alba-n/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/altar-monte-alba-n/ Sun, 26 Aug 2012 07:04:50 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/altar-monte-alba-n/ 17.04298800 -96.76769900 <![CDATA[Temple I of Comalcalco]]>

Temple I of Comalcalco
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-08-26 07:03:40]]>

Temple I of Comalcalco
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-08-26 07:03:40]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/temple-i-of-comalcalco/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/temple-i-of-comalcalco/ Sun, 26 Aug 2012 07:03:40 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/temple-i-of-comalcalco/ 18.27992700 -93.20128400 <![CDATA[South Platform, Monte Albán]]>

South Platform, Monte Albán
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-26 07:02:54]]>

South Platform, Monte Albán
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-26 07:02:54]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/south-platform-monte-alba-n/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/south-platform-monte-alba-n/ Sun, 26 Aug 2012 07:02:54 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/south-platform-monte-alba-n/ 17.04187800 -96.76807900 <![CDATA['Danzantes' (Dancers), Monte Albán]]>

'Danzantes' (Dancers), Monte Albán
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-26 06:58:51
'One characteristic of Monte Albán is the large number of carved stone monuments one encounters throughout the plaza. The earliest examples are the so-called "Danzantes" (literally, dancers), found mostly in the vicinity of Building L and which represent naked men in contorted and twisted poses, some of them genitally mutilated. The figures are said to represent sacrificial victims, which explains the morbid characteristics of the figures.'
]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/danzantes-dancers-monte-alba-n/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/danzantes-dancers-monte-alba-n/ Sun, 26 Aug 2012 06:58:51 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/danzantes-dancers-monte-alba-n/ 17.04199100 -96.76923300 <![CDATA[Edificio de los Danzantes, Monte Albán]]>

Edificio de los Danzantes, Monte Albán
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-26 06:56:20
'Building of the Dancers']]>

Edificio de los Danzantes, Monte Albán
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-26 06:56:20
'Building of the Dancers']]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/edificio-de-los-danzantes-monte-alba-n/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/edificio-de-los-danzantes-monte-alba-n/ Sun, 26 Aug 2012 06:56:20 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/edificio-de-los-danzantes-monte-alba-n/ 17.04213800 -96.76915600 <![CDATA[Main Plaza, Monte Albán]]>

Main Plaza, Monte Albán
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-26 06:53:31]]>

Main Plaza, Monte Albán
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-26 06:53:31]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/main-plaza-monte-alba-n/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/main-plaza-monte-alba-n/ Sun, 26 Aug 2012 06:53:31 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/main-plaza-monte-alba-n/ 17.04438500 -96.76806700 <![CDATA[North Platform, Monte Albán]]>

North Platform, Monte Albán
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-26 06:51:47]]>

North Platform, Monte Albán
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-26 06:51:47]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/north-platform-monte-alba-n/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/north-platform-monte-alba-n/ Sun, 26 Aug 2012 06:51:47 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/north-platform-monte-alba-n/ 17.04485400 -96.76783100 <![CDATA[Patio Hundido, Monte Albán]]>

Patio Hundido, Monte Albán
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-26 06:49:52]]>

Patio Hundido, Monte Albán
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By: daggerwell
@ 2012-08-26 06:49:52]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/patio-hundido-monte-alba-n/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/patio-hundido-monte-alba-n/ Sun, 26 Aug 2012 06:49:52 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/patio-hundido-monte-alba-n/ 17.04438500 -96.76806700 <![CDATA[The Oval Temple at Coba]]>

The Oval Temple at Coba
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By: Mike1989
@ 2012-08-26 02:23:24]]>

The Oval Temple at Coba
[Info] [GM] [BM] [YM]
By: Mike1989
@ 2012-08-26 02:23:24]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/the-oval-temple-at-coba/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/the-oval-temple-at-coba/ Sun, 26 Aug 2012 02:23:24 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/the-oval-temple-at-coba/ 20.49341700 -87.72188500 <![CDATA[Rock formation or ruined pyramid?]]>

Rock formation or ruined pyramid?
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By: hhgygy
@ 2012-08-26 02:06:04
'Real' archaeologists strongly doubt the second option.]]>

Rock formation or ruined pyramid?
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By: hhgygy
@ 2012-08-26 02:06:04
'Real' archaeologists strongly doubt the second option.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/rock-formation-or-ruined-pyramid/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/rock-formation-or-ruined-pyramid/ Sun, 26 Aug 2012 02:06:04 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/rock-formation-or-ruined-pyramid/ 28.35834200 30.42682900 <![CDATA[Temple of the Seven Dolls]]>

Temple of the Seven Dolls
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By: kkeps
@ 2012-08-25 20:09:03]]>

Temple of the Seven Dolls
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By: kkeps
@ 2012-08-25 20:09:03]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/temple-of-the-seven-dolls/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/temple-of-the-seven-dolls/ Sat, 25 Aug 2012 20:09:03 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/temple-of-the-seven-dolls/ 21.09099600 -89.59081500