Off the coast of Nagasaki, the second city to be devastated by an atomic bomb in World War II, lies a tiny island located along the southwestern island of Kyushu in Japan. From a distance, it appears ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The Christian Science Church, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The Church publishes the ...

When thinking of the highest or strongest currencies in the world, the US Dollar, British Pound, and Euro immediately spring to mind. However, Africa is also home to some important currencies ...

Find the intersection of Croatia’s Roman past and its bustling present at Diocletian’s Palace in the city of Split. Rome, Italy, is naturally the number one destination for history buffs who want to ...

A view of the dome inside St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City. Dalia Rukiene Tribune News Service Pope Francis opens the Holy Door in St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City kicking off the 2025 Jubilee ...

A member of the Syrian Civil Defense (White Helmets) takes a photo of his colleague holding the new Syrian flag at the ancient city of Palmyra, Syria, Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025. (AP Photo/Khalil ...

Experts and archaeologists are returning to Syria’s war-ravaged heritage sites, hoping to lay the groundwork for restoring them and reviving tourism, which they say could provide a much-needed ...

A stunning North African country is hailed for its stunning coastline and beaches, but remains an "underrated" holiday destination. Algeria boasts a rich mix of history, culture, and natural ...

Libya has participated in the Belgrade International Tourism Fair, which included representatives of the faculties of archaeology and tourism of Libyan universities and a number of local travel and ...