Colorful Ráquira is the pottery capital of Colombia and an easy day trip from Villa de Leyva.
Girón is a charming whitewashed colonial town just minutes from the bustling city of Bucaramanga.
The Selma to Montgomery National Historic Trail commemorates the Voting Rights March of 1965.
Selma, Alabama, is known for its role in the Civil Rights movement. There are several different landmarks around town directly related to the Voting Rights March of 1965.
Majestic Mount Rainier National Park, located in Washington, is one of America’s finest. It makes a good day trip from Seattle, but I suggest sticking around for a few days.
Mill Creek Park is a popular place to visit in Youngstown, Ohio. It offers several hiking trails, gardens, ponds, a nature center, historic sites, and more.
Hoover Dam is one of the greatest engineering marvels of modern history. It’s just a short drive from Las Vegas and within the boundaries of Lake Mead National Recreation Area.
Monguí, one of Colombia’s Heritage Towns (Pueblos Patrimonio), is also one of the most beautiful in the country. If you want to avoid the crowds of Villa de Leyva and see a nice colonial town in Boyacá, this is a great option.
Puente de Boyacá was the scene of the decisive battle during the Colombian War of Independence. It’s located a short drive outside the city of Tunja.