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In this tour with Mongolian tour guide Zol, we’ll visit the Gandan monastery complex, where monks still study and work today. You’ll learn how Tibetan Buddhism spread into Mongolia, survived during Communist time, and revived. We’ll see Chinese, Tibetan, and Mongolian style Buddhist temples, the library, the university, and Buddhist schools. You’ll also see the …

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Did you know that even before Christ was born, there were already celebrations going on during our modern Christmas time? Romans did celebrate their own Christmas, and although the celebrations were dedicated to other gods, there are many similarities and traditions that still live up to today – including big friendly banquets and giving gifts! …

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Join our Hungarian tour guide Zsuzsi to visit some of Europe’s most famous Christmas markets and explore traditional holiday foods, crafts, and traditions! To watch the tour, press the Play Arrow in the middle of the video below. To view captions/subtitles, simply click on the CC logo on the bottom right hand of the video. …

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In this tour with Zambian hosts Bonde and Salima, we experience authentic African life as we learn how to cook Zambia’s most common traditional dish, nshima. Bonde tells us about Zambian culture, while Salima cooks up traditional dishes and they both show us how meals are eaten in Zambia. To watch the tour, press the …

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Let’s visit one of the most beautiful Renaissance buildings in Rome where we can imagine ourselves back in the 1500s celebrating among the most relevant people back then! You will be amazed at the beautiful frescos that Raffael and his students were able to create: a whole story book with the myth of Love and …

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From the beginning of XVIII century, the Nevsky Avenue or Prospekt was destined to become the central avenue of St Petersburg, the glamorous capital of the Russian Empire. Every building here has a story to share. Some landmarks we’ll see together: Admiralty, Kazan Cathedral, Peter and Paul Lutheran Church, and the Singer Building. Join our …

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In ancient Rome, water was worshipped like a deity. Its abundance not only meant the wellbeing of Rome’s citizens but was also a sign of wealth and power for its burgeoning civilization. Rome developed one of the most complex aqueduct systems of ancient times, and is famous for some of the most beautiful fountains in …

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Asakusa in northern Tokyo is surrounded by water and immersed in rich tradition. It’s known for its charming traditional townscape, shopping streets, and most importantly, Tokyo’s biggest Buddhist temple, Sensoji, originated in the 7th century. We will stroll the traditional streets, visit Sensoji temple and Asakusa shrine stood side by side, and take in riverside views of …

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Come visit some of the most famous tourist tractions in the world with our Brazilian tour guide, Paula! To watch the tour, press the Play Arrow in the middle of the video below. To view captions/subtitles, simply click on the CC logo on the bottom right hand of the video. To make the video full …

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In this live walking tour with tour guide Anna Levina, explore the history and culture of Palace Square in St. Petersburg, the cultural capital of Russia. To watch the tour, press the Play Arrow in the middle of the video below. To view captions/subtitles, simply click on the CC logo on the bottom right hand …

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