Africa » South Africa » Western Cape » Stellenbosch After the British seized the Cape of Good Hope area in 1806, many of the Dutch settlers (the Boers) trekked north to found their own republics. The discovery of diamonds (1867) and gold (1886) spurred wealth and immigration and intensified the subjug... ... read more
//Costa Rica now, for a couple months! (June 2014)
//I am now in Istanbul, Turkey! I'm pretty excited about being in such a diverse and exciting place. I have a lot to learn in regards to history and hope to do so in my year here. Looking forward to meeting new people, learning about a new culture, and exploring a new place! Cheers! (May 2011)
//I am about to begin my year of teaching in Cheongju, South Korea! I am very anxious for it to start so I can see what this is all about! I am hoping to be able to travel to as many other parts of Asia as possible. (March 2010)
//Greetings! I a... full info