Wonders of the World: Exploring 10 UNESCO Heritage Sites

The Alhambra, Spain

A stunning showpiece of 14th-century Islamic architecture in the Spanish city of Granada, the Alhambra is the only preserved palatine city of the Islamic period. Admire marquetry ceilings, glazed tiles, and terraced gardens as you wander this enchanting fortress complex. 

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St. Kilda, Scotland

On a visit to this volcanic archipelago in the United Kingdom, view the massive colonies of seabirds—including gannets and puffins—that nest on the cliffs and sea stacks. Abandoned stone huts attest to human habitation from the Bronze Age until 1930.

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L'Anse aux Meadows, Newfoundland

North America’s earliest known European structures are Norse dwellings built around 1,000 AD and not unearthed until the 1960s. Now they’re part of a scenic national historic park that we explore on voyages to Newfoundland.

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Borobudur Temple, Indonesia

Discover the world’s largest Buddhist temple, surrounded by volcanic peaks on the Indonesian island of Java. Adorned with hundreds of statues, the 9th-century temple was erected to help the faithful reach nirvana. 

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Marae Taputapuatea, French Polynesia

For a millennium, the Marae Taputapuatea has been the center of Polynesian spirituality and culture for Maohi people living in a region that stretches from Hawaii to New Zealand. Learn about Polynesian beliefs at this sacred gathering spot on Raiatea. 

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• Polynesian Discovery
• Pearls of the Pacific
• Fiji and Tahiti Adventure