Posts Tagged ‘archeology’
Jun 25, 2010
By Lisa T. Bergren
So…Herod the Great looked at a mountain and saw the basis of another amazing fortress palace to add to his lot. You can almost see him there, taking it all in, like a modern day luxury hotel tycoon, thinking, Yes, yes, I’ll put a palace there. Continue reading
In Israel, Trip Reports
Tags: archeology, Herod, Herod the Great, Herodion, holy land, Israel
Apr 3, 2010
Ek’ Balam, Mexico
Empty Mayan Tourist SiteBy Lisa T. Bergren
On a family vacation in Cancun, Mexico? Want a dose of Mayan ruins without the crowds? While Ek’ Balam is neither as vast as Chichen Itza, nor in as pretty a location as Tulum, it’s a great way to get to know ancient Mayan culture without the press of other tourists. Continue reading
