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Discover the wonders of the East through the eyes of Marco Polo in this captivating second volume of his renowned travelogue. Known as Il Milione or The Million, this 13th-century masterpiece recounts Polos extraordinary journeys across Asia, Persia, China, and Indonesia from 1271 to 1291. Written by Rustichello da Pisa, who transcribed Polos tales during their imprisonment in Genoa, this narrative has shaped our understanding of the world and immortalized Polo as the quintessential adventurer. This audiobook utilizes the 1903 third edition of Sir Henry Yules translation, enhanced by Henri ...

Gulliver's Travels (1726, amended 1735), officially Travels into Several Remote Nations of the World, is a novel by Jonathan Swift that is both a satire on human nature and a parody of the "travelers' tales" literary sub-genre. It is widely considered Swift's magnum opus and is his most celebrated work, as well as one of the indisputable classics of English literature.View our full collection of podcasts at our website: https://www.solgoodmedia.com or YouTube channel: https://www.solgood.org/subscribe Check out our ad free subscription: http://www.adfreesounds.com for our Premium, 10 Hour ...

Dive into the world of exploration with Celebrated Travels and Travellers, a captivating work by the renowned adventure storyteller Jules Verne. While best known for his fiction, Verne also crafted insightful non-fiction that illuminates the history of geographical discovery. This first volume, titled Exploration of the World, spans from 505 B.C. to the end of the 17th century, offering a vivid narrative thats both informative and engaging. The subsequent volumes, The Great Navigators of the 18th Century and The Great Navigators of the 19th Century, continue this thrilling journey through time...

Dive into the captivating world of exploration with The Great Navigators of the 18th Century, the second volume in the Celebrated Travels and Travellers series. Building on the foundation laid in the first volume, Exploration of the World, which chronicles adventures from B.C. 505 to the close of the 17th century, this installment takes you through the remarkable journeys of legendary navigators who shaped our understanding of the globe. The third volume will further illuminate the tales of The Great Explorers and Travellers of the 19th Century. Join Kajo and Piotr Nater as they guide you ...

"Travel Treasures ... Across America" features conversations with people whose work enriches big towns and small. They are artists, historians, restaurants, entrepreneurs and more. Their work enriches daily life for locals and visitors. They are passionate about their work, eloquent about the importance of contributing to the public good and thoughtful about their own journeys to a life of creativity.

Join us on a fascinating journey through the pages of an Elizabethan translation of a 14th-century travelogue, attributed to the enigmatic Sir John Mandeville. Allegedly embarking on his adventures in 1322, Mandeville traversed a multitude of lands including Turkey, Tartary, Persia, Syria, Arabia, Egypt, Libya, Ethiopia, Chaldea, Amazonia, and India. Once hailed as the foremost travel authority of his time, his imaginative narratives have since been scrutinized and often dismissed as fanciful. Despite its dubious accuracy, this work has inspired countless poets and intrigued scholars for ...

Imagine entering a place where you can travel back in time from the sixth millennium B.C. to the modern day. A place where you can travel from Europe to Africa and then take in the Americas and the Middle East, all in one day. Okay, you would probably need more than one day, because this place is called the Louvre. It is one of the biggest museums in the world. And it is the home to the most comprehensive collection of art assembled under one roof anywhere in the world.

Learn about the history of the Louvre in Paris with iMinds Travel's insightful audio-knowledge series. The Louvre is situated in the centre of France's capital city, Paris, on the northern banks of the river Seine. Although it is based in France, it contains masterpieces from most time periods and cultures throughout the world. In fact, the building that houses this incredible collection of art has an interesting history all of its own.

India is a religious and ethnically diverse country. Indian culture is characterized by distinct languages, and rich traditions among various ethnic and religious groups. Folk Katha, in this podcast show we will talk about India's different Folk Arts from paintings to music, food & literature, etc.

The Travel Diaries is a weekly interview series where journalist Holly Rubenstein chats to a special guest about their adventures around the world, and the travel experiences and destinations that have shaped their lives.Be transported to exotic and far flung places as Holly and her diverse range of famous guests take you on a journey through the seven chapters of their life's travel diaries, from their earliest childhood travel memory and the first place they fell in love with; to their all time favourite destination, their hidden gem recommendation and what’s at the top of their bucket ...

Discover the enchanting world of plant life with Botany The Story of Plant Life. This delightful book presents a unique perspective on nature by dedicating each chapter to a month of the year, exploring the fascinating stages and characteristics of plants throughout the seasons. Join the author, A. Gramour, on this journey through the vibrant and ever-changing tapestry of botanical life.

The Travel and Adventure Photography School podcast is designed for those who want to create better images anywhere in the world. We will explore tools, stories, and tips to help inspire your creativity and engage your wanderlust. If you are aiming to better document your adventures and travels, then you are in the right place!It doesn’t matter what you are taking photos on, whether it’s your phone, a DSLR, mirrorless, or any other type of camera. This podcast will apply to you if you are interested in photography, adventure and travel! Our goal is pretty simple, we believe you can tell ...

This is the first podcast dedicated to the splendor of travel in Bhutan; The Kingdom of Bhutan is an independent kingdom, nestled towards the eastern extreme of the Himalayas mountain range.The country lays stress onpreservation of its ancient and unique traditions which guard its sovereignty and beauty. Bhutan is one among the top ten biodiversity hotpots of the world and nearly 70% of Bhutan is covered with lush forests and greenery.Bhutan's, development isn’t just about the stock market, competition and commercialism. the philosophy of development has a holistic meaning which include ...

Your Balearic news beat for the latest in music, food, wellness, culture, local stories and island chatter on Ibiza and Formentera. Updated weekly with all the insider information you need to plan your next trip to the White Island. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cleaves and Macy share updates on how two blind people connected over a podcast. Whether its travelling, playing music, going out or simply staying in and (trying to) cook fresh things for someone that has nearly every allergy in the book, this podcast takes at look at what happens when two blind people from different sides of the world come together.Macy and Cleaves give regular updates on new songs written at jam sessions, restaurants and experiences suitable (or unsuitable) for disabled people and the complexities of being together as two people with a disability.Macy hailing from Salt Lake...

Celosvětově úspěšná dobrodružná reality show Asia Express se divákům poprvé představí v české verzi. Průvodci celým napínavým závodem budou Jakub Štáfek a Václav Matějovský, kteří diváky provedou napříč soutěží, v níž se různorodé dvojice známých i neznámých osobností vydávají na náročnou cestu Asií. Každý tým má k dispozici pouhé jedno euro na den a jediný cíl – dorazit do cíle rychleji než ostatní. Na trase je čekají fyzicky i psychicky náročné úkoly, neznámé prostředí i tlak neustálého rozhodování. Dvojice čeká ...

An Architect's Perspective

David and Malcolm met at school when they were 14, and by some miracle, 40 years later they are still friends. They Interrailed together after University and for both travel has been a constant in their lives.Malcolm has been an Engineer and run several software businesses, now he is semi-retired with a part time role in IT and a full time role in life. He is a long time traveller for work and pleasure who has lived in Singapore for 2 years, is currently dividing his time between the UK and Czechia and has been an AirBnB host for 5 years.David worked in Accounting and Financial services ...

Join us on a captivating journey through three years of bird-watching and photography, as we closely observe a remarkable eyrie. Witness the female falcon in her element, skillfully hunting for food, while the tiercel—the male falcon—remains behind to nurture and protect their chicks. Youll learn that a falcon chick is called an eyas, which beautifully explains the term eyrie for their nest. Discover the origins of the name tiercel, derived from Latin meaning third, which reflects the fascinating belief that one in three eggs produces a male, or simply highlights that the male falcon is ...

Walking tours of Italy great cities and towns, including Florence, Siena, Cortona, Lucca and Perugia in Tuscany and Umbria. Our tours guide you around your chosen destination's most interesting tourist sights, tell you about the history and stories behind each location. Follow our directions between each stop on your circular tour. Get tips on where to eat and drink as you enjoy your holiday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.