Tag: oldest
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Arrow Rock – A National Historic Landmark | Discovering Missouri
In the middle of America there is a time capsule of a town called Arrow Rock, which is located near the Missouri River. This quaint village has a population of just above 60 people and was founded in 1829. It was designated a National Historic Landmark by the National Park Services in 1963. Arrow Rock…
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Tybee Island Light Station & Museum | Oldest in Georgia
When visiting the easy going island of Tybee, one cannot pass on the chance of visiting the oldest and tallest lighthouse in Georgia. I know I could not since I always had a fascination with lighthouses. The Tybee Island lighthouse was a great addition to my visit to Georgia, and I suggest it to anyone…
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The Ancient Amman Citadel | Discovering Jordan
In the center of downtown Amman, Jordan is a remarkable archaeological site, the Citadel, which is considered to be among the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities. It was constructed on the L-shaped hill, which is one of the seven hills that made up Amman originally. This ancient site dates back thousands of years, and contains historical…
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Old Town Regensburg – A UNESCO World Heritage Site | Exploring Germany
I could have stayed longer in Regensburg. Although truth be told, I could have stayed longer in Bavaria and one day (or month) I will do just that. Old Town Regensburg, besides the other towns that I have written about is why I fell in love with Germany, and particularly the state of Bavaria. Regensburg…
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Historische Wurstküche zu Regensburg | The World’s Oldest Sausage House
Regensburg, Germany – I am a full fledged jet setting gastronome, and will travel for food. I must confess that I decided to take a day trip to Regensburg just to eat at one of the world’s oldest restaurants, the Historic Sausage Kitchen. I was not expecting this old world Bavarian town to be as…
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Zur Letzten Instanz | Berlin’s Oldest Restaurant
Over the last couple of decades of my gastronomical travels, I have been to many of the oldest eateries in Europe and the UK, including Rules of London, the Historic Sausage House in Regensburg, and Botin in Madrid. All have been unique dining experiences, considering they were all the oldest in one way or another.…
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Laima Candy | Latvia’s #1 Sweets Since 1870
Riga, Latvia– It is not a secret that I always gravitate towards food or an eating establishment with history. It could be the oldest restaurant, the oldest bar, or in this case- the oldest candy company. Laima Confections is based out of Riga, Latvia and became one of the largest candy manufacturers in the Baltic…
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What I ate in BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA – A Food Journal
When traveling, checking out a city’s local food scene has always been a focus for me, along with visiting its most important sites. My visit to Bratislava, the capital city of Slovakia, was not any different; and found its food to be as interesting and delightful as the city itself. Bratislava is a small Eastern…