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The Holocaust Memorial: Love & Anguish in Miami Beach

January 7, 2007 by Mary Jo Manzanares  
Filed under Museums, Things to See & Do

The Holocaust Memorial:  Love & Anguish in Miami Beach

When you hear the destination Miami Beach, what do you think of?  If you’re like me, you probably think about sun and sand, the beaches and swimming pools, lazy days and wild parties at night, and a pretty laid back, carefree attitude.  You aren’t far wrong if that’s what comes to mind.
Situated among all the frivolity, however, is the Holocaust Memorial, a dramatic tribute to the six million Jewish Victims of World War II.  The site was designed by architect and sculptor Kenneth Treister, who was charged with interpreting the events of the Holocaust into a memorial that would honor …read more

The Old City of Jerusalem

November 10, 2006 by Mary Jo Manzanares  
Filed under Things to See & Do

The Old City of Jerusalem

This morning, Good Morning America announced that the Old City of Jerusalem is the second in its series featuring “7 New Wonders of the World.”
Jerusalem must be the most the most fractured city in the world, with members of three major religions of the world claiming it as the most holy of holy locations.  Jews believes that Jerusalem was the site of Abraham’s sacrifice.  Christians believe it is the site of the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus.  Muslims believe that it is the where the prophet Muhammad ascended to heaven.
The land is ravaged by warfare and conflict going back to …read more


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