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Launched this month, the new highly anticipated BBC Arts series Civilisations, inspired by Kenneth Clark’s groundbreaking 1960’s namesake, is being… …
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Launched this month, the new highly anticipated BBC Arts series Civilisations, inspired by Kenneth Clark’s groundbreaking 1960’s namesake, is being… …
What happens when you ask ambassadors around the world for an insider travel tip on the countries they represent, and while they’re at it, counter some common cliches…
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There is a lot more to the Yucatan Peninsula than overdeveloped resorts, especially for the more adventurous traveller as Mike East discovered when he visited Campeche Mexico…
With so much media coverage of its long border with the USA, you might be forgiven for realising that Mexico is a wonderful country, rich in culture offering far more that the beaches of Cancun.
The capital is both the oldest in the Americas and one of only two, with Quito in Ecuador, that was founded by native Americans. A massive metropolis, you need to take it on in bight size pieces, although visiting the main square with its gargantuan flag is a good starting point.
The country has many fine examples of pyramids and temple complexes dating back to Aztec and Mayan times. Palenque, Teotihuacan, Uxmal and Chichen Itza, which is one of the seven modern wonders, are well worth the visit.
If you want to get away from it all and discover the real Mexico, then head for the southern state of Oaxaca and drift back in time. You will never forget it.