About this episode

This episode explores the Mapparium globe in Boston as part of the coverage of the soccer world championship.

At the Mapparium® globe in Boston, visitors can step inside a giant, three-story stained glass globe…and get a glimpse of the bigger picture. This episode is part of our ongoing coverage of the soccer world championship. In each episode, we take you beyond the stadium, and to a nearby wonder that’s off the beaten track.

Topics covered

• soccer
• travel
• cultural landmarks
• Boston
• Mapparium
• world championship

Keywords

• Mapparium
• Boston
• soccer
• world championship
• cultural landmarks
• travel

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Mapparium® globe

Places: Boston

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