Isis River, England (Eighteen Hundred and Eleven, a Poem)

Known more commonly in modern times as The River Thames, The Isis River stretches an astounding 205 miles in length from source to basin. The famous London bridge runs above it in the city of the same name, where the water has an average depth of 18 feet. The river itself is surrounded by many leisurely activities- from public parks to restaurants boasting traditional "English food"- and supplies the city with a large part of its freshwater supply.

Potosí, Bolivia

Potosí is one of the highest cities in the world at an astonishing 13,420 ft above sea level. Potosí lies at the foot of the Cerro de Potosí which is often referred to as the Cerro Rico meaning "rich mountain". It is called so as it is known to be "made of" silver ore that controls the city in many ways. Potosí was a major supplier of silver to the Spanish empire until the 18th century (Wikipedia

Potosí  is referenced in the poem Eighteen Hundred and Eleven, a Poem:

Vale of Tempe

The Vale of Tempe is a gorge in northern Thessaly, Greece. The mountain to the north of the gorge is Olympus, and the Ossa mountain is to the south, creating a river valley. In ancient times, the Greeks would celebrate this land, and even put up a temple for Apollo, which was used for worship to the Greek God of the Sun.

Lodore Falls, England

Lodore Falls is a waterfall, and it is located in Cumbria, England. It dates back to the Victorian times, and it really gained popularity when it was written about by poet Robert Southey. It is also written about in "Eighteen Hundred and Eleven, a Poem" by Anna Letitia Barbauld.  The poem focuses on criticism towards Britain and imperialism. In once section, Barbauld comments on a few natural beauties of England, Lodore Falls being one of them; however, she then comments on Britain's glories, insinuating that they are now much more faded as it faces a new reality that involves ruin. 

Lodore Falls, England

Lodore Falls is a waterfall, and it is located in Cumbria, England. It dates back to the Victorian times, and it really gained popularity when it was written about by poet Robert Southey. It is also written about in "Eighteen Hundred and Eleven, a Poem" by Anna Letitia Barbauld.  The poem focuses on criticism towards Britain and imperialism. In once section, Barbauld comments on a few natural beauties of England, Lodore Falls being one of them; however, she then comments on Britain's glories, insinuating that they are now much more faded as it faces a new reality that involves ruin. 

Enna, Italy (Eighteen Hundred and Eleven, a Poem)

Enna is a city located in Sicily, Italy. It resides on a steep plateau over the Italian countryside, making it the provincial capital with the highest elevation in Italy. Enna was originally Greek land when it was ruled by Dionysuis I during 397 B.C. Greek influence can still be seen in the city's historical ruins, which include a temple that was once a place of worship for Demeter. However, it came under Roman influence during the year 258 B.C.

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