Articles written by Michelle MacNeill
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The Other Side of Turkey
The stunning beauty of the Gallipoli peninsula makes a visit to the battlefields and cemeteries of its fallen soldiers a serene experience.
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The Ruins of Ancient Troy
Troy is one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world. With a 4,000 year old history it's not surprising that the city is one of Turkey's World Heritage sites.
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The Old Jewish Cemetery in Prague
Prague is one of the most remarkable cities in Europe; it is also home to one of the most disturbing cemeteries in existence.
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Must See Places in Istanbul, Turkey
A visit to Istanbul would be incomplete without a stop to its most famous landmark, Emperor Justinian's great cathedral, the Hagia Sophia.
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Instincts and Intuition
Intuition is the iceberg of the human mind; what's on the surface is only the tip of a complex subconscious process.
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The Effects of the Sun on Earth
There may be a lot about the effects the Sun has on our planet that you simply didn't know.
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The Other Jesus
History has recorded more than one first-century Jewish prophet by the name of Jesus.
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Some Facts about the Sun
There may be a lot about our star, the Sun, you simply didn't know.
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Some Facts about the Planet Venus
The planet Venus may hold the key to unlocking what will happen to the Earth if atmospheric greenhouse gases continue to rise unabated.
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The Popes' Palace in Avignon
The palace of the medieval popes is located in the charming town of Avignon, Provence, a region of southeastern France on the Mediterranean.
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The Famous English Historical Estate, Chatsworth
Chatsworth, the home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, is one of the best loved and most beautiful country houses in all of England.
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Philae is a Must See in Egypt
No trip to Egypt is complete without stopping by the magnificent Sanctuary of Isis at Philae.
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Osborne House on the Isle of Wight
Nestled amongst lush gardens on the northern tip of England's beautiful Isle of Wight is Osborne House, the beloved seaside residence of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert.
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Must See Places in Provence, France
The town of Orange in the Provence region is home to two ancient monuments unequalled anywhere else in France.
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Must See Places in Egypt
The two temples at Abu Simbel are amongst the most magnificent in the world.
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Isle of Barra
There are many islands off the west coast of Scotland, each beautiful in its own way, but none more charmingly remote and friendly than Barra.
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Urquhart Castle in the Scottish Highlands
Near the village of Drumnadrochit, the noble ruins of the once mighty Urquhart Castle sit perched upon a rocky peninsula overlooking the famous Loch Ness.
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Felucca Sailing on the Nile
Cruising down the Nile on a Felucca can be a wonderful way to experience the Nile, but travelers should know what to expect from this form of travel before setting out.
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Burghley House in England
Burghley House, located in the central part of England, is without a doubt one of the most magnificent examples of Elizabethan architecture that exists today.
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Unusual Sights in Rome
The Crypt of the Capuchin friars in Rome is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating and disturbing cemeteries in existence.
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The Text of the New Testament
None of the original books of the New Testament exist today. Surviving copies were all made much later and contain both intentional and accidental mistakes.
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Hot Air Ballooning in Egypt
There are things you should consider before hopping on a hot air balloon on your vacation.
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The Village of Gretna Green
If couples want to elope today they go to Vegas, but back in eighteenth-century England they headed for the tiny village of Gretna Green on the Scottish border.
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Must See Places in Turkey
While traveling through Turkey, a stop at the great Roman city of Hierapolis on the famous white cliffs of Pamukkale hot springs is a must.
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Homosexuality and the Bible
Despite rhetoric within the current socio-political and religious climate, biblical judgments against homosexuality have no literal foundation.
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The Story of Isabel Gunn
Isabel Gunn was a remarkable woman who disguised herself as a man to work in the male dominated world of the fur trade as a labourer for the Hudson's Bay Company.
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Conflict behind Women Wearing the Veil in Egypt
The veil in modern times is synonymous with controversy, but at the heart of this turmoil is history. Events in early 20th century Egypt led to today's complexities.
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The Practice of Veiling
While the practice of veiling is predominantly a Muslim custom today, its roots go back to the ancient Near East and Mediterranean, long before the days of Muhammad.
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Polygamy and the Qur'an
The polygamy clause in the Qur'an, restricting the number of wives a man can marry, is not a reference to women in general, but to the just treatment of orphans.
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