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Enchanting Travels in Dubrovnik
Europe is a destination that is visited by all tourists during their global tours. These tours are very enchanting and totally mesmerize the tourists with their beautiful locales and wonderful sights. Dubrovnik is a walled city that was called the "The Pearl of the Adriatic" by the poet Lord Byron. Founded in the seventh century, this is a lovely site that was known by the name of Ragusium by the Romans. The Byzantine Empire protected it from 867 to 1205, by Venice till 1358, by Hungary till 1526, and then the Ottoman Empire protected it till the year 1806. Sometime in the sixteenth century, this city had one of the biggest merchant fleets and remained a great cultural centre for the South Slavs till the beginning of the 19th century. Then Napolean abolished the city of the republic of Dubrovnik [...]
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Zoo Praha – The best zoo of Prague
21. July 2011
This vacation, let your kids enjoy every moment of joy at Zoo Praha, one of the best zoos in the world which is home to 4600 wild life species and is definitely worth visiting. Situated besides Troja Chateau, Zoo Praha is recommended as the best entertaining zoo by Forbes Traveller Magazine.
Thrill, adventure and fun is endless at Zoo Praha. A perfect rejuvenating destination for kids as well as elders, Zoo Praha has numerous play areas where children can play and unwind to the fullest.
If you love boat rides, then you should definitely enjoy the boat rides and visit some captivating destinations like Prague Botanical Garden or the Troja Chateau. A wish to open a zoological garden in Prague was made by Count Sweerts- Spork in the daily newspaper during the marriage of Crown Prince Rudolf [...]
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Manchester – Attractions and Things to do
23. June 2011
The city of Manchester is located in the south central portion of North West England. Manchester is a city that is known predominantly as a center of sports, arts, culture, media, commerce and education. Manchester is famous as home to Manchester United, the world renowned football/soccer team. The city is one of the best places to do business, as regarded by British business leaders in a poll taken in 2006. The city is the third most visited in the UK by tourists from all over the world. In England, it is the most visited city other than London. Let us have a look at the main attractions and things to do in Manchester city . . . Museum of Science and Industry . . . The Museum of Science and Industry is located on Liverpool Road, and has a huge number of displays that provides visitors insights [...]
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Graz, Austria
16. June 2011
Graz City is one of Austria’s most rewarding destinations. The city is as much a stronghold of culture and history as Vienna. The city can be explored on foot. The Renaissance, Gothic and Baroque structures of the city, plus the road side kiosks that serve delicious food, the medieval streets of the city, the lush green parklands, all of these can be enjoyed in your own sweet time. The Old Town Graz has been declared a heritage site by the UNESCO. Graz has a huge number of accommodations on offer. It is quite easy to find accommodations suited for your budget. Let us look at the major points of interest in the city . . . Schloss Eggenberg . . . The Schloss Eggenberg took more than twenty six years to complete, from 1625 to 1656. The Palace was designed by Giovanni Pietro the Pomis, and is [...]
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Belek – A Unique Turkish Delight
9. June 2011
Belek is a Turkish seaside experience par excellence. The resort is known for its top notch golf courses as well, so if you are a golf lover as well as a beach lover, this is simply the best of both worlds. Plus, to add to the madness, there are a great number of other attractions related to history and culture as well. Belek resort is one of the more upscale resorts in Turkey. It is mainly aimed at the luxury market. Belek is home to a beautiful sandy beach, with a host of attractions close by. The resort town of Belek once consisted of two small fishing hamlets, both of which have been commercially developed to fill the demand for luxury accommodation. A number of luxury hotel chains operate at Belek. Belek has a number of 4 and 5 star rated hotels. There are many hotels located in the vicinity [...]
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Temple of Artemis
12. May 2011
The Temple of Artemis is situated at Ephesus, a historical location. It is the seventh Wonder of the World. The temple at present is left with only a column and some fragments left on the site. The temple was ravaged almost seven times, as suggested by archeology. The temple was rebuilt four times as stated by archeology experts. The temple was reconstructed first in 7th century BC. Metagene and Chersiphone was responsible for the design of the dipteral temple in the 6 t h century BC. The first building was set on fore by Herostratus. The structure that came subsequently was built completely of marble, and was built in 250 BC. Alexander the Great was one of the admirers of the building. The Praxiteles and Scopas carried on the work. The foundation of the temple was rectangular in shape. This [...]
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Pamukkale: Turkey’s fascinating terraced pools
1. April 2011
If you ever wish to discover the European city of Turkey, do take a chance to visit the southwest district of Denizli where Pamukkale resides. Being already recognized globally, this is the site of clean as well as lustrous natural pools that together make up for a terraced pool complex. It should be of no surprise to you if I tell you that this site was a great tourist attraction right since the ancient times when even the geological as well as the scientific experts used to explore this natural wonder. These shimmering white cascades of Pamukkale being flowing in the Inner Aegean area’s valley of River Menderes, boasts a constant moderate climate due to which it has become a geological wonder too. The term Pamukkale refers to a Turkish term that means a ‘cotton castle’ in English (Pamuk [...]
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Amberley Castle, Sussex
24. March 2011
Secretly standing since 900 years in the pristine as well as scenic hamlet of Amberley in West Sussex (dubbed as England’s Garden), the Amberley Castle is a majestic legendary gem featuring fanciful fortification towers that since ages have beaten the assaulting enemies. Now, this ageless fortress has converted its witnessed scenes of violent battles into a peaceful hotel ambiance with some historic traditions still held. Via the splendid portcullis you come across the enchanting landscaped gardens, supreme ambiance of tranquility, and great instances of medieval architecture. Just before the clock strikes 12 at night, the portcullis lowers so quietly as if it is safeguarding your sleep in a princely suite that features mullioned windows looking over the blossoming gardens as well as four-poster [...]
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Martello Towers of Ireland
1. March 2011
Just known as the Martellos, the Martello towers refer to small castle-like structures found in many nations of the British Empire. Acting as the defensive towers, Martellos were built during the 19th century, particularly from the Napoleonic War period. Most of them rise high up to 40 feet, hold two floors, and house a garrison of a single officer along with the 15 to 25 taskforce. In short, these towers are round gun forts made to safeguard the vital coastal zones from the attackers, which during the 19th century were the French under Napoleon. In the beginning the towers were built in Ireland that was stuck by the French invasion in both 1796 and 1798. However, after this, many Martello Towers were built on the coasts of UK, Italy, US, Africa, Spain, Australia, Canada, and Indonesia. But, [...]
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Amsterdam Marathon: Netherland’s premier running event
17. February 2011
Regarded among the world’s top 10 marathons, the Amsterdam Marathon refers to an annual race held in October, which covers the standard distance of 42.195 km. Since 1975, this marathon in Amsterdam, Netherlands is attracting more number of participants as well as the attendees with the record break 26,000 participants in 2009. But, even higher is the number of people who stand along the route for encouraging the participants to do their best. The route The Amsterdam Marathon starts as well as culminates at the flat Olympic Stadium. A very big part of the race occurs in the residential zone, which renders the itinerary very interesting as well as unique. Although the surface is flat making the runners to walk fast, much of the outcome is also based on the weather conditions. The route from [...]
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