Holiday Spots for History Buffs
Travelling means many different things to different people: for some it is about getting some time away from it all, others like to get some adrenalin and push their limits, while some just want to chill out on the beach. Others want to see as much history as possible when they travel. If you are amongst this latter group, here are three places that are well worth checking out.
Greece is an amazing place for people who love history. This part of the world was home to some of the most influential thinkers of the past, and the influence of Ancient Greece stretches to this day. To start off your trip you should head straight to Athens, the home of the ancient city state that has left such a huge mark upon the world. Check out the Acropolis and the many other fantastic historic spots, and transport yourself back to a far-away time. The rest of Greece is similarly packed with history so you can have a great time outside of Athens.
In a similar vein, history buffs need to visit Rome. This huge city has played a similar role to Athens, yet it stood at the centre of one of the world's greatest empires. There are too many incredible historical places to visit, and you will struggle to see them all. Check out the Coliseum, the catacombs, the Sistine Chapel and Palatine Hill to get a sense of this city which still holds so many vestiges of its former imperial glory.
Washington, DC is the best place to go for people interested in America. This country has exerted such a huge influence over the modern era, and a trip to its capital is essential for any student of contemporary politics. There are many different museums and monuments around: check out the Vietnam War Memorial, the Smithsonian, the Library of Congress, the Lincoln Memorial and the National Air and Space Museum. All these places are a great way to get acquainted with American culture. Also be sure to see the capital buildings and the White House.
Click here to look into flights to Greece, or log on to a travel website to see how best to get to Rome and Washington. These three destinations are all fascinating places for people interested in history – they are especially good if you have children and want to acquaint them with the places that they have read about in school. Travel is a great educational tool, and you can certainly inspire interest in history by taking them to one of these three great spots.
