Why York, England, may be the most haunted city in the world

From Roman ruins to candlelit alleyways, this walled city invites travelers to explore the chilling stories that linger where ...
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Walled medieval Italian town stands strong despite ravages of time, tectonic forces

The medieval walled village of Venzone lies in northeastern Italy where the southern tips of the Alps are met by the Tagliamento River, in an area known as the Canal Del Ferro. Among other things, ...

Is this Central Asia's best-preserved medieval settlement? See Khiva in pictures

Once a crucial caravan stop on the Silk Road, Khiva is one of Central Asia’s best-preserved medieval settlements. The Uzbek ...
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12 Beautiful Walled Cities in Spain to Visit in Your Lifetime

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Dalt Vila, Ibiza’s ancient city which sits inside fortified walls, is the quintessence of Mediterranean ...

The gorgeous little town with pretty cobbled streets that's frozen in time - 'No cars!'

There is a stunning little town in Europe that looks like it hasn't changed in centuries, with beautiful old buildings and ...
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This Medieval City Was a Viking Fortress, a Wool-trading Center, and a Railway Hub — and Now It's the Perfect History-focused Getaway

Discover 2,000 years of history amid the picturesque streets of York. A Roman fortress, then a Viking stronghold, followed by a Medieval wool-trading center, then an Industrial railway hub, and ...