Provides information on the Tower of London, its history as a prison and a home to kings and queens of England. how the tower was built, the customs and traditions of people who lived there, and a description of its major sites.
Traces the history of the ancient Incan city of Cuzco, Peru, provides descriptions of significant sites in the city, and discusses the people, notable events, and customs of Cuzco.
Presents a study of the history of the Forbidden City from the days of Emperor Yongle to the fall of the Qing dynasty, and describes the culture and traditions of the city's people.
Provides information on the White House, its history as the home of the president of the United States, how it was built, its many renovations, and an introduction to many of the presidents who lived there.
Explores the history of Versailles, commissioned by French monarch Louis XIV after he came to the throne in the seventeenth century, looking at how it wasbuilt, examining some of its rooms and gardens, and discussing significant people and events related to the palace.
