Embarking on a journey through time offers the exciting opportunity to explore and unearth the past’s hidden treasures.
Undoubtedly, there’s beauty and significance attached to tracing the footsteps of those who came before us.
Exploring historic monuments, sacred ruins and past ways of life can be fascinating and empowering.
Here’s a look at a few of the best destinations for history buffs:
Athens, Greece
A destination of architecture. Image by Jaafar Alnasser
With a history that spans over 5 000 years, Athens is the ideal place to unpack the past events of Ancient Greece. The city is home to several historic landmarks which grant insight into Greek mythology. These include the Acropolis, an intriguing citadel which overlooks the city from a hilltop.
When in Athens, do not miss out on the opportunity to trace the history of Western civilization and philosophy, while also exploring great historic minds such as Plato, Aristotle and Socrates.
Apartheid Museum, South Africa
Apartheid Museum. Picture: Wikimedia Commons / Katangais.
The Apartheid Museum is the place to be for a chance to learn more about South Africa’s darkest era. As you journey down memory lane, you will delve into how segregation took place based on race, and how people were separated into different groups according to their features such as skin colour, language and even the texture of their hair.
Additionally, you will be able to view a number of exhibits, including text panels, film footage and painful stories which expose the atrocities committed during the Apartheid era. Although it is an informative reminder of the past, the museum also stands as a beacon of hope for all mankind.
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Cairo, Egypt
Egypt
The beautiful and intriguing city of Cairo is steeped in the remains of Ancient Egypt. With a rich heritage that stretches over thousands of years, it is a destination that beckons those with a passion for the past.
Cairo’s legacy is deeply intertwined with various modern-day marvels such as the Giza Pyramids which defy time and logic, as well as the Great Sphinx which is an Egyptian mythological creature and one of the world’s most recognisable statues.
National Museum of Ethiopia
Picture: Sourced / National Museum of Ethiopia
Located in Addis Ababa, the National Museum of Ethiopia boasts cultural, archeological and historical treasures. One of its biggest treasures is the partial skeleton of ‘Lucy’ – a miniature human who is believed to have lived over 3.2 million years ago.
You can also view interesting arts and crafts, traditional weapons, as well as musical instruments. The museum offers an in-depth exploration of Ethiopia’s past. Thus, it is a crucial destination for anyone interested in understanding Ethiopia’s rich heritage.
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