Dr Paul M Willette

There's so much to discover and enjoy in Asia. Get to know more about the rich history of the region when visiting ancient ruins, religious sites, and other places of heritage. A trip to Asia won't be complete without a fun history lesson. Here are some of the must-see destinations. Dr. Paul M. Willette. Image source: Telegraph.co.uk Image source: Jakartapost.com Angkor (Siem Reap, Cambodia) No photo or video can capture the beauty of the ancient city. It's better to see the hidden city in person to understand why many consider it as one of their favorite destinations. Angkor also houses Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom, which has some of the most impressive Buddhist displays that survived the test of time. Dr. Paul M. Willette . Candi Prambanan and Borobudur (Central Java, Indonesia) Take a trip to Central Java to see two UNESCO World Heritage Sites. On the one hand, Candi Prambanan is an ancient Hindu temple complex in Yogjakarta and one of the la...

Dr. Paul M. Willette . There's still so much to discover about ancient civilizations that existed in different parts of the world. The Pre-Hispanic City of Teotihuacan shows the rich legacy left behind by various groups of people thousands of years ago. While most people credit the Mayans for the city's rich culture, the Aztecs were the ones who gave the place the name many remember up to this day. Image source: Wikimedia.org Image source: Livescience.com Teotihuacan means "place of the gods" in the Aztec language. Other experts suggest that the name could also mean "a place where people become like gods." For such a grand city, one would really think that it was indeed it was a place meant for the divine. Up to this day, experts are still debating about the original builders of the city. Archeologists and historians still have no concrete proof as to who established the city. While some credit the Toltec culture, some studies sugge...

Dr. Paul M. Willette . All over the world, many places serve as a testament to the wonders of nature and human creativity. From well-known to undiscovered sites, these places that deserve to be protected. However, not all-natural and man-made wonders get on the list of UNESCO's World Heritage Sites. What does it take for a site to have this title? Here are some of the criteria. Image source: Cnn.com  Image source: Rd.com It should have 'outstanding universal value for humanity.' Dr. Paul M. Willette . According to the organization, this should come from the perspective of history, art, or science. Whether it's a cultural or a natural site, it should be significant not just to one nation but even to the rest of the world. The site must 'represent a masterpiece of human creative genius.' Dr. Paul M. Willette. Places like the Taj Mahal, Machu Picchu, and the pyramid complex in Giza are living proofs of human skill and creativity. T...