Duckwyn's Travel Blog

Jul 7, 20191 min read

Castello Sforzesco

Castello Sforzesco in Milan has evolved over the years. It was built in 1450 by Francesco Sforza, Duke of Milan, as his residence. When...

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Jun 30, 20191 min read

Sacré-Coeur: Stunning views of Paris

Sacré-Coeur was built as a symbol of penance for years of bloody battles between the France and Germany, and the Vatican. Ironically, the...

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Jun 17, 20191 min read

Sistine Chapel: Michelangelo's most famous work

Visit the Sistine Chapel and see one of the most difficult, yet one of the most beautiful paintings in the world. Michelangelo created...

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Jun 3, 20191 min read

Free City Walking Tour Planner

Over the past year we've been adding over 50 historical sites, 18 different historical people, 50 US State Capitals, and several general...

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Jun 3, 20191 min read

This day in history: Women's Right to Vote

On this day, 100 years ago, Congress passed the 19th Amendment giving women the right to vote. Susan B Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton...

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May 20, 20191 min read

Where did the Boston Tea Party begin?

Yes, it did begin in Boston... The Old South Meeting House, located on the Freedom Trail, was where the citizens of Boston gathered for...

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May 15, 20191 min read

What was the tallest building in the United States until 1828?

The Park Street Church was a beacon to sailors delivering their goods to Boston. The spire of the church, inspired by architect...

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May 13, 20191 min read

Where can you find all the world's history in one place?

The Mona Lisa is just one of over 35,000 artifacts to see in the Louvre. You can easily spend a full day at the museum and still not have...

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