A ’blue marble’ covered in swathes of indigo, green, and gold, our precious planet is filled with amazing landscapes. Formed by the forces of nature, Earth’s unique environment includes rainforests so dense they can only be seen from above, sandy desert oases that have fostered the world’s oldest civilisations, and gorgeous water features that look as if they were designed by an artist. For many travellers, the natural world easily beats

Grand castles, pyramids, cave drawings…through the centuries, men and women have created great works of art and edifice in attempts to communicate, glorify and honor their lives. Archeologists and scientists have worked to understand the motivation and inspiration behind so many of these treasures. People’s impulse to leave their mark continues today with modern marvels that speak to the artistic drive of humankind. Wonders of the Ancient &