Author: Wandering Jana

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España: Wandering Toledo, Part 1

  By Wandering Jana August 19, 2022 September 4, 2024 Blog, Castles!, Cemeteries and Tombs, Early Modern World, Europe, Hidden History, Medieval World, Museums, Spain, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Explore the original Toledo, an ancient city upon a hill.  Continue reading

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España: Belmonte, Aranjuez and El Escorial

  By Wandering Jana August 15, 2022 March 25, 2023 Blog, Castles!, Early Modern World, Europe, Hidden History, Medieval World, Museums, Spain, Updates from the Road

One cannot just visit Spain without seeing some castles and palaces.  Continue reading

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España: Mezquita-Catedral de Córdoba

  By Wandering Jana August 12, 2022 September 4, 2024 Blog, Early Modern World, Europe, Hidden History, Medieval World, Museums, Spain, UNESCO, Updates from the Road

Moorish mosque transformed into a Christian cathedral, the Mezquita-Catedral is one of the most unique churches in the world. Continue reading

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España: Wandering Cordoba

  By Wandering Jana August 9, 2022 September 4, 2024 Ancient World, Blog, Castles!, Cemeteries and Tombs, Europe, Medieval World, Modern World, Museums, Spain, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Patios, gardens, and courtyards. Explorations of Cordoba.  Continue reading

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España: Two Castles and Baeza

  By Wandering Jana August 5, 2022 March 25, 2023 Blog, Castles!, Early Modern World, Europe, Hidden History, Medieval World, Museums, Spain, Updates from the Road, Wandering

A ruined town inside of a grand fortress, a castle overlooking a town, and a UNESCO World Heritage city, explore the province of Jaén. Continue reading

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España: the Alhambra and Generalife of Granada, Part 2

  By Wandering Jana August 1, 2022 September 4, 2024 Blog, Early Modern World, Europe, Hidden History, Medieval World, Museums, Spain, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Wandering

A fortress, palaces and gardens, this Andalusian marvel has to be seen. La segunda parte.  Continue reading

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España: the Alhambra and Generalife of Granada, Part 1

  By Wandering Jana July 28, 2022 September 4, 2024 Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, Early Modern World, Europe, Hidden History, Medieval World, Museums, Spain, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Wandering

A fortress, palaces and gardens, this Andalusian marvel has to be seen. Continue reading

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España: Wandering Granada, Part 2

  By Wandering Jana July 15, 2022 October 25, 2022 Blog, Early Modern World, Europe, Hidden History, Medieval World, Museums, Spain, Updates from the Road, Wandering

More explorations of the wonderful Spanish city of Granada! Continue reading

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España: Wandering Granada, Part 1

  By Wandering Jana July 8, 2022 October 25, 2022 Ancient World, Blog, Early Modern World, Europe, Hidden History, Medieval World, Modern World, Museums, Spain, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Explorations of Granada, an Andalusian gem. Continue reading

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España: Ronda and Setenil

  By Wandering Jana July 1, 2022 October 25, 2022 Blog, Early Modern World, Europe, Hidden History, Medieval World, Modern World, Museums, Spain, Updates from the Road, Wandering

A picturesque bridge and a town built under cliffs, Ronda and Setenil are truly unique. Continue reading

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Wandering Gibraltar

  By Wandering Jana June 28, 2022 October 25, 2022 Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, Early Modern World, Europe, Medieval World, Modern World, Museums, United Kingdom, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Explore a unique place that is on the southern coast of Spain, but not actually part of Spain. Continue reading

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España: Baelo Claudia and Tarifa

  By Wandering Jana June 24, 2022 March 25, 2023 Ancient World, Blog, Castles!, Early Modern World, Europe, Hidden History, Medieval World, Modern World, Museums, Spain, Updates from the Road, Wandering

An Ancient Roman town and a seaside town, more explorations of the southern Spanish coast! Continue reading

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España: Cadiz, Jerez, and the Southern Coast

  By Wandering Jana June 17, 2022 March 25, 2023 Blog, Castles!, Early Modern World, Europe, Hidden History, Medieval World, Modern World, Museums, Spain, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Three days of exploration on Spain’s southern coast.  Continue reading

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España: Itálica

  By Wandering Jana June 10, 2022 October 25, 2022 Ancient World, Blog, Europe, Hidden History, Museums, Spain, Updates from the Road

This mostly forgotten city was one of Ancient Rome’s finest treasures.  Continue reading

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España: Churches of Seville

  By Wandering Jana June 7, 2022 September 4, 2024 Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, Early Modern World, Europe, Medieval World, Spain, UNESCO, Updates from the Road

Colorful facades, golden altars and towering towers, explore the splendid churches of Seville.  Continue reading

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España: Palacios de Sevilla

  By Wandering Jana June 3, 2022 October 25, 2022 Ancient World, Blog, Early Modern World, Europe, Hidden History, Modern World, Museums, Spain, Updates from the Road, Wandering

More mosaics, more gardens and more courtyards! Seville’s palaces are just breathtaking.  Continue reading

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España: the Alcázar of Seville

  By Wandering Jana May 31, 2022 September 4, 2024 Blog, Early Modern World, Europe, Hidden History, Medieval World, Museums, Spain, UNESCO, Updates from the Road

Mosaics, gardens and courtyards galore. Explore the breathtaking Alcázar.  Continue reading

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España: Wandering Seville

  By Wandering Jana May 27, 2022 October 25, 2022 Blog, Early Modern World, Europe, Medieval World, Modern World, Museums, Spain, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Find out why this wanderer loves Seville so much. Continue reading

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España: Wandering Mérida

  By Wandering Jana May 24, 2022 September 4, 2024 Ancient World, Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, Early Modern World, Europe, Hidden History, Medieval World, Museums, Spain, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Explorations a Spanish city with Roman ruins around every corner. Continue reading

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España: Trujillo and Medellín

  By Wandering Jana April 26, 2022 March 25, 2023 Ancient World, Blog, Chicago, Early Modern World, Europe, Hidden History, Medieval World, Museums, Spain, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Two castles, one ancient theater and two adorable towns on hills.  Continue reading

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España: Cáparra and Alcántara

  By Wandering Jana April 19, 2022 October 25, 2022 Ancient World, Blog, Europe, Hidden History, Museums, Portugal, Spain, Updates from the Road

Roman ruins, ancient bridges, a random hermitage, and Portugal?  Continue reading

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España: Wandering Cáceres

  By Wandering Jana April 12, 2022 September 4, 2024 Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, Early Modern World, Europe, Hidden History, Medieval World, Museums, Spain, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Uncover the awe-inspiring marvels of Cáceres, Spain’s medieval town center! Continue reading

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España: Wandering Palencia and Plasencia

  By Wandering Jana April 5, 2022 October 25, 2022 Ancient World, Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, Early Modern World, Europe, Hidden History, Medieval World, Spain, Updates from the Road, Wandering

A couple of quick visits to two lovely Spanish cities.  Continue reading

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España: Wandering Salamanca

  By Wandering Jana March 18, 2022 September 4, 2024 Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, Early Modern World, Europe, Hidden History, Medieval World, Museums, Spain, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Explorations of a university town steeped in history.  Continue reading

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España: Wandering Ávila

  By Wandering Jana March 15, 2022 September 4, 2024 Blog, Castles!, Cemeteries and Tombs, Early Modern World, Europe, Hidden History, Medieval World, Museums, Spain, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Explorations of a picturesque walled city on a hill.  Continue reading

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España: Wandering Valladolid

  By Wandering Jana February 25, 2022 April 27, 2022 Blog, Early Modern World, Europe, Medieval World, Modern World, Spain, Updates from the Road, Wandering

A Monday morning wander through the old town of Valladolid. Continue reading

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España: Wandering Burgos

  By Wandering Jana February 18, 2022 September 4, 2024 Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, Early Modern World, Europe, Hidden History, Medieval World, Museums, Spain, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Explorations of a Northern Spanish city, famous for its UNESCO World Heritage cathedral. Continue reading

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España: Wandering Segovia

  By Wandering Jana February 11, 2022 September 4, 2024 Ancient World, Blog, Castles!, Cemeteries and Tombs, Early Modern World, Europe, Medieval World, Museums, Spain, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Wandering

Explorations of beautiful Old Segovia, Spain. Continue reading

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España: A Real Spanish Castle

  By Wandering Jana February 4, 2022 March 25, 2023 Blog, Castles!, Europe, Hidden History, Medieval World, Museums, Spain, Updates from the Road

How does one start a five week journey around Spain? Well, with a castle of course! Continue reading

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Stone Mountain

  By Wandering Jana December 3, 2021 October 25, 2022 Blog, National Parks/Public Lands, North Carolina, United States, Updates from the Road

A mountain of stone and a great state park in North Carolina. Continue reading

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Wonderful Waterfalls

  By Wandering Jana November 29, 2021 October 25, 2022 Blog, National Parks/Public Lands, North Carolina, Tennessee, United States, Updates from the Road

An intrepid explorer goes in search of more waterfalls through the forests of Tennessee and North Carolina. Continue reading

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The Smokies: the Deep South

  By Wandering Jana November 19, 2021 September 4, 2024 Blog, Modern World, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, North Carolina, UNESCO, United States, Updates from the Road

With history, waterfalls, and a giant lake, visiting the southern side of the Smokies is a treat! Continue reading

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The Smokies: Around the Middle

  By Wandering Jana November 15, 2021 September 4, 2024 Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, National Parks/Public Lands, North Carolina, Tennessee, UNESCO, United States, Updates from the Road

More explorations of Great Smoky Mountains National Park! Continue reading

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The Smokies: Creeks and Waterfalls

  By Wandering Jana November 12, 2021 October 20, 2024 Blog, Modern World, National Parks/Public Lands, North Carolina, Tennessee, UNESCO, United States, Updates from the Road

Come along as I explore follow some gurgling creeks and see some wonderful waterfalls in the Northeastern part of the Smokies. Continue reading

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The Smokies: Cataloochee

  By Wandering Jana November 8, 2021 September 4, 2024 Blog, Hidden History, Modern World, National Parks/Public Lands, North Carolina, UNESCO, United States, Updates from the Road

History and nature collide in the Cataloochee Valley.  Continue reading

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Blue Ridge Parkway: North Carolina

  By Wandering Jana November 5, 2021 October 25, 2022 Blog, Modern World, National Parks/Public Lands, North Carolina, United States, Updates from the Road

Take a journey along 252 miles of the gorgeous Blue Ridge Parkway. Continue reading

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Blue Ridge Parkway: Virginia

  By Wandering Jana November 1, 2021 October 25, 2022 Blog, Modern World, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road, Virginia

Explorations of the first 216 miles of the very scenic Blue Ridge Parkway. Continue reading

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Monticello

  By Wandering Jana October 29, 2021 September 4, 2024 Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, Modern World, Museums, UNESCO, Updates from the Road, Virginia

Explore the grand home of one of America’s founding fathers, Thomas Jefferson. Continue reading

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Shenandoah: the South Side

  By Wandering Jana October 18, 2021 October 25, 2022 Blog, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road, Virginia

With gorgeous views and wonderful waterfalls, Shenandoah National Park’s south side doesn’t disappoint. Continue reading

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Shenandoah: Big Meadows

  By Wandering Jana October 15, 2021 October 25, 2022 Blog, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road, Virginia

With waterfalls, mountain views, and a giant meadow, Shenandoah’s Big Meadows is a hiker’s paradise. Continue reading

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Shenandoah: the North Side

  By Wandering Jana October 8, 2021 October 25, 2022 Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road, Virginia

Explorations of the northern section of Shenandoah National Park. Continue reading

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Toledo War

  By Wandering Jana September 28, 2021 October 25, 2022 Blog, Hidden History, Michigan, Modern World, Ohio, United States

Michigan and Ohio almost waged war….over Toledo. Continue reading

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Fort Washington

  By Wandering Jana September 6, 2021 October 25, 2022 Blog, Hidden History, Maryland, Modern World, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Explore a fort built to protect Washington, D.C. Continue reading

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Wandering Alexandria

  By Wandering Jana September 3, 2021 October 25, 2022 Blog, Modern World, United States, Updates from the Road, Virginia, Wandering, Washington DC

A brief wander through the historic streets of Alexandria, Virginia. Continue reading

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Hell’s Half Mile

  By Wandering Jana September 2, 2021 October 25, 2022 Blog, Hidden History, Michigan, Modern World, United States

Shanty Boys, Brothels and Geysers of Booze. Continue reading

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Mount Vernon

  By Wandering Jana August 27, 2021 October 25, 2022 Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, Modern World, Museums, United States, Updates from the Road, Virginia, Washington DC

Just the grand home of America’s first president, that is all.  Continue reading

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St. Mary’s City

  By Wandering Jana August 20, 2021 July 7, 2024 Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, Hidden History, Maryland, Modern World, Museums, United States, Updates from the Road

Take a step back in time at Maryland’s first capitol city. Continue reading

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Southern Maryland

  By Wandering Jana August 13, 2021 January 4, 2024 Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, Hidden History, Maryland, Modern World, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road

Explore an area in weirdly shaped Maryland that is jam packed with history.  Continue reading

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Arlington House

  By Wandering Jana August 6, 2021 October 25, 2022 Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, Hidden History, Modern World, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road, Virginia

Why does Arlington National Cemetery have a giant house? Continue reading

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Arlington National Cemetery

  By Wandering Jana July 30, 2021 October 25, 2022 Blog, Cemeteries and Tombs, Modern World, Museums, National Parks/Public Lands, United States, Updates from the Road, Virginia, Washington DC

Explore the nation’s most famous national cemetery. Continue reading