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Jordan

From the enchanting starkness of Wadi Rum to the majestic ruins of ancient civilisations, Jordan is home to countless historical and natural wonders.

The best known among these is the ancient city of Petra—a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the new Seven Wonders of the World—admired for its massive architecture and ingenious complex of dams and water channels. Other facets of the country’s heritage are best explored on foot through the Jordan Trail, which offers 40 days of hiking through 75 villages and towns, showcasing caves, mysterious prehistoric structures, Roman cities, and diverse cultures. visitjordan.com

Cusco, Peru

The historical capital of Peru, Cusco wins hearts and votes for being a hub of history and heritage. Its museums showcase

Inca culture and artefacts, while in the historic town centre the Plaza de Armas is bordered by a 12-angled stone, an object of national heritage. In the neighbourhood of San Blas, colonialera stone houses are home to families engaged in folk art. Awanacancha has an exhibition centre displaying products obtained from camelids, alpacas, llamas, and others through traditional techniques. Cusco also serves as the base for the trek to Choquequirao—the last refuge of the Incas, and the gateway to the world-famous wonder of Machu Picchu. peru.travel