If you are a history buff and always keen to explore some less known places than this the right article for you. Actually travelling makes more knowledgeable travellers learn the most about while visiting different parts of the world, it is history. After all, it is the many tales, the great deeds of men and the mysteries attached to a destination that often attract travellers to places that are ancient. Apart from the knowledge associated to them, another thing that attracts travellers to these amazing heritage sites around the world are the architectural finesse with which they were built. Right from the structures to the building materials, some of these sites stand out to be no less than marvels. Here is a compilation of such places; pick the one you like and travel.

Butrint, Albania

Located in southern Albania, Butrint is a UNESCO World Heritage Site which is lesser-known and has an extensive history hidden within its realms, waiting to be explored by travellers. Nestled amidst the greens of a national park, this place was a Greek colony, a Roman city, a Byzantine outpost, an Episcopal centre, and was also briefly occupied by the Venetians.

Herculaneum, Italy

Although the Italian city of Pompeii has always been a favourite among heritage travellers, the city of Herculaneum comes across as an offbeat neighbour of the destination, equally interesting when it comes to historical significance. When Mount Vesuvius erupted way back in 79 AD, this town was also destroyed just the way Pompeii was. However, this lesser-crowded place also offers an amazing glimpse into history through its compelling ruins that were constructed through pyroclastic materials.

 Tikal, Guatemala

Hidden deep within the lush green depths of a rainforest by the same name, Tikal is an ancient Mayan site which is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Once known as Yax Mutal, this lesser-known ancient site was once the home to a flourishing Mayan civilisation between 200 AD and 850 AD. The most interesting bits of Tikal are its amazing ancient temples that are still well-preserved, the erstwhile palace and also the once-active public squares. 

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