Explore the Monuments of Washington DC
In this tour of Washington DC we head across the National Mall to explore some of the most important monuments scattered throughout the capital.
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Assateague Island
Maryland
Virginia
Assateague Island - The Land of Horses
Discover one of the few places in America where horses roam free. Assateague Island is a barrier island between Maryland and Virginia.
Jose Molina
37°56'4.26"N, 75°22'32.44"W
Assateague Island
Maryland
Virginia
Assateague Island - The Land of Horses
Discover one of the few places in America where horses roam free. Assateague Island is a barrier island between Maryland and Virginia.
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Watkins Glen State Park
New York
Discover the Beauty of Watkins Glen State Park
Experience one of the most visited parks in the Finger Lake region of New York State.
Jose Molina
42°22'50.07"N, 76°52'24.41"W
Watkins Glen State Park
New York
Discover the Beauty of Watkins Glen State Park
Experience one of the most visited parks in the Finger Lake region of New York State.
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Women's Rights NHP
New York
Tour of Women's Rights National Historical Park
From the Statues, to the Church, and Museum, take a tour and learn about the history of Women's Rights in Seneca Falls.
Jose Molina
42°54'37.14"N, 76°47'47.43"W
Women's Rights NHP
New York
Tour of Women's Rights National Historical Park
From the Statues, to the Church, and Museum, take a tour and learn about the history of Women's Rights in Seneca Falls.
Explore Historical Parks
- Arizona
Fort Bowie
Fort Bowie was a 19th-century outpost of the United States Army in southeastern Arizona near what is today Willcox, Arizona. Its importance was recognized as a national historic site in 1964. The fort was established by the California Volunteers in 1862, after a series of engagements between the California Column and the Chiricahua Apaches. The Battle of Apache Pass in July 1862 secured a significant victory for the Union and helped to establish their control over Arizona during the Civil War. For more than 30 years Fort Bowie and Apache Pass were the focal point of military operations eventually culminating in the surrender of Geronimo in 1886 and the banishment of the Chiricahuas to Florida and Alabama. The fort was abandoned by the Army in 1894 and soon fell into ruins. Today, visitors can hike to the site and see the remains of the adobe Fort Bowie as well as the cemetery where many of the fort's soldiers are buried.
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- Massachusetts
Boston African American NHS
The Boston African American National Historic Site is a fascinating window into the history of one of America's most important cities. Located in the heart of Boston's Beacon Hill neighborhood, the site interprets 15 pre-Civil War structures relating to the history of Boston's 19th-century African-American community. These buildings, connected by the Black Heritage Trail, include the 1806 African Meeting House, the oldest standing black church in the United States. The site also includes The Abiel Smith School, built in 1835 as the first public primary school for African American children in Boston, and the New England Anti-Slavery Society Building, where free African Americans convened in the early 1800s to plan their resistance to slavery.
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- Florida
Fort Caroline
Fort Caroline was an attempted French colonial settlement in Florida, located on the banks of the St. Johns River in present-day Duval County. It was established in 1564 following King Charles IX's enlisting of Jean Ribault and his Huguenot settlers to stake a claim in French Florida ahead of Spain. The French colony came into conflict with the Spanish, who had also established a settlement nearby, and after a brief skirmish the Spanish forces massacred the French colonists. The Fort Caroline National Memorial now commemorates the failed settlement.
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- Alabama
- Mississippi
- Tennessee
Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail
The Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail is a 444-mile recreational path that follows the historic Natchez Trace Parkway from Nashville, Tennessee, to Natchez, Mississippi. The trail is open to hikers, bicyclists, and horseback riders, and offers a unique opportunity to experience the different landscapes of the southeastern United States. Along the way, visitors can see preserved Civil War battlefields, Native American mounds, and scenic vistas. The trail also passes through a number of small towns, each with its own history and character. Whether you're looking for an adventurous hike or a leisurely bike ride, the Natchez Trace Trail has something to offer everyone.
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- Idaho
Frank Church - River of No Return Wilderness Area
The Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness Area in central Idaho is a true backcountry gem, covering over 2.3 million acres of untamed land. It’s the largest wilderness area in the lower 48 states, and what makes it so special is its remoteness—there are no roads here. The Salmon River, known as the "River of No Return," slices through the rugged terrain, offering world-class whitewater rafting. The wilderness is a haven for hikers and horseback riders, with trails leading to stunning alpine lakes and craggy peaks like the Bighorn Crags. Wildlife is everywhere—keep an eye out for moose, wolves, and even bald eagles soaring above. If you’re looking for solitude and adventure, this is the ultimate escape.
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- California
Sequoia and Kings Canyon
The Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks is the consolidated management structure for Sequoia National Park and Kings Canyon National Park in California. The two parks have been jointly administered since 1943. They have a combined size of 1,353 square miles and were designated the UNESCO Sequoia-Kings Canyon Biosphere Reserve in 1976. Huge mountains, rugged foothills, deep canyons, vast caverns, and the world’s largest trees exemplify the diversity of landscapes, life, and beauty here.
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