Tag Archives: UNESCO

The Great Wall

Posted on May 30, 2019 by jewelsworldtravels

The Great Wall is another major bucket list experience. I remember several years ago talking to a friend about visiting China. I recall that I said something like, “China isn’t on the top of my list, but I would like … Continue reading →

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Angkor Wat

Posted on May 30, 2019 by jewelsworldtravels

I spent a hot and exhausting day visiting seven (7) temples in Siem Reap, Cambodia. We started with Angkor Wat, one of the most popular in the region, and one of the largest religious monuments in the world. Angkor Wat … Continue reading →

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Bamberg Germany

Posted on December 16, 2015 by jewelsworldtravels

Sunday 4th October 2015 Bamberg’s city center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is in “the book.” City began as a fortress. City Hall was built on an island in the river. It is quaint. It rained all day. … Continue reading →

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Cologne Germany

Posted on October 9, 2015 by jewelsworldtravels

Thursday 8th October Cologne is our final stop in Germany before The Netherlands.  According to my DNA test from ancestry.com I am about 20% German. (Mom always thought 25%, but close enough.) However, I have been 100% German this past … Continue reading →

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Regensburg Germany

Posted on October 3, 2015 by jewelsworldtravels

Friday 2nd October Happy Anniversary to me! Regensburg is one of the best preserved medieval cities in Germany – UNESCO World Heritage Site (escaped WWII with no significant damage), and also in “the book.” 13th-14th century houses This one is … Continue reading →

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