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Travellers' Tales

'Heads of Divers Natives of the Islands of Otaheite, Huaheine & Oheiteroah' by Sydney Parkinson, c. 1769

Above: 'Heads of Divers Natives of the Islands of Otaheite, Huaheine & Oheiteroah' by Sydney Parkinson, c. 1769. © Natural History Museum.

This drawing is over two hundred years old. The faces probably belong to people Parkinson met on his voyages. This was the day before cameras so drawings and writing were a very good way of remembering and recording adventures and discoveries.

Can you imagine how exciting it must have been to explore new countries? Have you ever been to another country? What did you think of it? Were the people friendly? Did you like the food? Did you see any unfamiliar wildlife?

We'd love to hear about your travels. Write and tell us about them and we'll publish a selection.

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