Test of Faith: The Tomb of Job
The Tomb of Job is one of the alleged burial sites of Job – the prophet prevalent in Islamic, Judaism and Christian texts who had his faith tested to the limits by God,
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Facts
Dance of Kings: Hira Gasy
Like most cultural aspects of the country, Hira Gasy is totally unique to Madagascar. It’s a traditional form of Malagasy entertainment that is said to have existed since 1789, and the rule of King Andrianampoinimerina.
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The Spanish Forts of Havana
More than any other period of its history, the 400 years of Spanish colonisation in Cuba left a lasting legacy on the country’s architecture.
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Ancient Secrets: The Forbidden City
Lying in the centre of Beijing, the Forbidden City has a rich and mysterious history, and is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world, visited by about ten million people a year.
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Iquitos: The Biggest City In The World You Can’t Drive To
Despite having a population of around half a million people, iIquitos is marooned in remote jungle, hundreds of miles from the nearest connecting road.
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