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As someone fascinated by King Henry VIII and his wives, I had to witness Hampton Court for myself. It was strange to see all six of his wives represented in the architecture throughout the buildings, whether it was a carved pomegranate that was…

This view of the orangerie includes the palace in the background.

The intricately planned gardens at Versailles are impressive from any angle.

The gardens at Villandry are meticulously maintained, with formal and natural areas, as well as a rose garden and grapevines.

The gardens at Clos-Lucé are done in the natural style. In 2019, they featured a variety of inventions created by former resident Leonardo da Vinci. (Can you spot the tank?)

The ruins of a monastery at Valldigna. Founded by monks in 1297 and empty since 1835, the monastery is tucked into the hills of the Valencia region.

Built by the Knights of Malta in the 14th century, this monastery and its grounds were renovated and rebuilt in the 1920s.

The port city was well fortified, with a stone wall surrounding the city, and stone streets creating pathways for merchants and traders.

Shopping at the market in Jalón in the shadows of the Església de Santa Maria.

This photograph of the Louvre includes the Pyramid added by I.M. Pei.