Keeping out the wild men

Article Abstract:

A man describes his journey through the Borders region of Great Britain following the remains of Hadrian's Wall. He talks about the language, culture and history of the region and reflects on how the roman wall has affected the landscape.

Roman walls, Hadrian's Wall

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Alexander's lost world

Article Abstract:

Travellers to Pakistan find residents open and friendly if religious customs are kept and Islamic traditions are observed. The area is rich in history, especially relating to Alexander the Great and his travels around 327 B.C.

History, Pakistan, Pakistani history, Khyber Pass

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English eccentrics

Article Abstract:

The grandeur and the moderate prices of Britain's Landmark Trust, a tourism promotion company are described. The different buildings and facilities that belong to the Landmark Trust are evaluated.

United Kingdom, Facilities & equipment, Evaluation, Buildings and facilities, Architecture, British, British architecture

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