The New York Times. Cultured Traveler. 100 Trips for Curious Minds

Wander the halls of Italys Renaissance libraries, revel in the Saharas imposing silence as described by Paul Bowles, or stroll the streets of Josephine Bakers Paris. The writers and photographers of The New York Times are your guides to the history, literature, art, or cuisine of a destination in 100 stories from the Cultured Traveler column.