Historical sites

To celebrate some of the world's most spectacular sights, Lonely Planet has rounded up 120 breath-taking buildings in a new book, Amazing Architecture: A Spotter's Guide. From national treasures to quirky constructions, here's a selection of some of the must-see monuments.

Stop at some of the most important monuments and historic sites in Paris, including the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, and the Sorbonne.

Though Jordan is a country steeped in history, Petra Jordan is by far its most famous attraction. Aptly-named, Petra means "stone" in Greek.

We are living in pretty crazy times right now, with the majority of us cancelling our travel plans and staying home. Luckily, thanks to the internet, we can still enjoy the luxury of travel from the comfort of our couch. With the power of a Wi-Fi connection you can go on a virtual tour and

Of the top things to do in Shetland, Jarlshof was my favourite. Home to the largest site of Viking remains in Britain, and years of history before that.

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The Pattadakal Group of Temples are a harmonious blend of North and South Indian types of temple architectures and a beautiful site to visit.

There is no denying that Pakistan is rich in cultural history and diversity. It is home to a myriad of United Nations World Heritage sites and also a hotbed of natural and archaeological sites. Here is a brief look at some of the historical places in Pakistan that you shouldn’t miss.