Articles, tagged with "impressive buildings", page 1
16th December 2011
The most populated city in Catalonia, Barcelona always fascinates due to the exciting atmosphere and the ability to satisfy all kinds of visitors. Amble around the Roman remains before stopping off for some gourmet coffee in one of the alfresco cafes in t...
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Author:
MathieuQuintart
09th December 2011
By Fred Hurr
For some years in my younger days I had what some might say was the perfect job. I was employed as a surveyor of ancient monuments by the British Government. This meant I was able to visit many old churches, castles, Neolithic sites and ru...
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Franklin Anderson
12th May 2011
Hamburg is a city bursting with character, and has played a vital role in Germany's development over the centuries as its most important and bustling port.
Modern Hamburg is a cosmopolitan city that's extremely welcoming to visitors, and there are...
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Isla Campbell
04th May 2011
Venice has been a popular travel destination in its own right for centuries, but the spectacular floating city becomes even more tantalising when festivals and other special events take to its winding canals and wide open piazzas. As a city steeped in ...
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Author:
Isla Campbell
03rd May 2011
One of Europe’s most beautiful cities, Budapest is also the capital of Hungary and features famous attractions including the Danube banks, Andrassy Avenue, Buda Castle, Heroes’ Square and the second oldest railway in the world, the Millennium Underground ...
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Author:
otelcom
26th April 2011
Welcome to New Delhi, the third largest city in the country. The sprawling city divided into Old Delhi and New Delhi, gives the feel of the old and the new, with its ancient historical monuments interspersed with soaring skyscrapers, embassies and bustlin...
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Author:
asiaindia
07th April 2011
Argentina’s second city, Cordoba, boasts a truly unique character which makes it one of the most attractive cities in the country. Filled with history and warm Cordobes proud of their identity, Cordoba possesses a glorious past which curious travelers wil...
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Author:
Latamforless
05th April 2011
California State is popularly referred as the golden paradise with important cities within its borders like Los Angeles and San Francisco. California is also famed for its unique learning centers; several California universities are world renowned for the...
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Author:
brainrobin
02nd April 2011
The spectacular La Rambla
La Rambla is a famous pedestrian boulevard which is packed with street artists and impressive buildings that will charm you. The Virreina Palace is one of the most beautiful monuments in the city, a Rococo mansion like few oth...
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Author:
Alec Darian
16th March 2011
Also known as the Venice of the North, Stockholm boasts of its fresh air and water resources, amazing parks with lush green trees and a wide variety of plants and flowers, impressive buildings and architecture such as the Gamla Town or the Old Town, which...
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Author:
otelcom
25th January 2011
Shared By GEVCSometimes it is important to know a bit of history about a country before you travel there. This will help to ensure that you plan all of your site seeing adventures so that nothing gets left off the list. Here is a great article on how y...
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Global Exchange Vacation Club
20th January 2011
Start your exciting Cuba travel adventure in the beautiful capital of La Havana, and learn about the city’s fascinating history as you wander the streets and admire the grandiose buildings, remainders of the country’s wealth and power.
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Author:
Latamforless
13th January 2011
Places to visit
The most visited places in Santiago are located in the old town center, composed of medieval squares and streets. The historic center is also a UNESCO World Heritage site. At the center of the old town we can find the Prazsa do Obradoir...
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Author:
Ash Ford
13th January 2011
In Barcelona, you'll find many impressive buildings with styles going from the Gothic to the Modernism. There are so many worth visiting archaeological sites in Barcelona When you first encounter Antoni Gaudi's La Sagrada Familia or his rooftop sculptures...
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Author:
Harriet Freeman
22nd December 2010
India is one of the most diverse and unique countries in the world and is visited by millions of people each year. Many are attracted to the diversity of cultures, languages, its spirituality and also because of its amazing history. Affordable holidays to...
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flightcatchers