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Wander Around the Gothic Quarter
The most visited neighborhoods, that you should not miss out is the Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic in Catalan). Here you’ll find the beautiful Cathedral of Barcelona as well as several Roman ruins. Even if it will be probably packed with tourists, you should not prevent that from enjoying wondering about the stunning medieval streets and alleys that characterize the neighborhood.
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Whether you are planning a trip to Spain or not, there are several reasons you should consider to visit Barcelona. Indeed, Barcelona is often found on top of many traveler’s bucket list and it is one of the most popular favorite cities in the world. It is easy to understand why, Barcelona is a stunning city, rich in history and culture but also offering its tourists plenty of things to do. The city has all you are looking for in a perfect destination: Mediterranean beaches, beautiful modernist buildings, historic and cultural landmarks, and breathtaking views.
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Monte Carlo is a small city located in Monaco and it is most developed among the cities around Monaco. The City is only two square kilometers in size, and it has more glory hence attracting all those that like comfort and luxurious life. The state is so small and also oozes beautiful glamour in the year all round. The place has more historical and cultural attractions you can visit and view for free while you cut on your budget and make beautiful memories. The chapter has got some of the best attractions you should never miss visiting in Monte Carlo.
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If you are in Budapest or are planning a trip to this breathtakingly beautiful city, it’s essential to have your list of historical landmarks you must visit in Budapest ready with you. Often seen as an architecture lover’s paradise, in actuality, the beautiful city of Budapest has something for everyone.
So, here is a list of the top historical landmarks and attractions you must see in Budapest.
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Prague (Praha in Czech) is the capital and largest city of the Czech Republic. Situated on the Vltava River, it is home to approximately 1.2 million inhabitants. (It can be derived from jobs statistics, however, that additional 300,000 work there without having registered as residents.) Nicknames for Prague have included “city of a hundred spires”, “the golden city”, “the Paris of the Twenties in the Nineties”, the “mother of all cities”, and “the heart of Europe”.
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From the 8th century, barges carrying salt on the River Salzach had to pay a toll, and in 1077 the authorities built a “salt castle” (or “salz burg” in German) to control the river trade. Formerly part of the Roman Empire as the city of “Juvavum”, Salzburg prospered in the medieval period and many Romanesque and Gothic churches and monasteries were built, along with Hohensalzburg Castle, situated, as its name suggests, on top of the Festungberg, the highest point within the city.
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Zurich is one of the most influential cities in the world as it is a vital financial center in Switzerland. It has existed for more than seven centuries and is voted systematically as the city with the best quality of life on Earth. Thanks to its important status in the country and the world, Zurich has become a privileged place for vacationers. A passport is required if you plan to travel there, but thanks to the new accelerated online passports, you can obtain your passport and your trip at any time.
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Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands, is among the world’s finest and most interesting cities. It derives its specific character from numerous canals and historical monuments. Most of the 7,000 monuments date from the ‘Golden Age’ in the 17th century, when trade brought great affluence to the city. Amsterdam is often referred to as one of the most colourful cities in the world as these pictures show.
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TeA day in Utrecht is actually too short. Actually you just have to go to Utrecht for a whole weekend, because it is such a nice city. You can walk through the streets of the old center, to one of the great museums, grab a drink or enjoy shopping. In the evening there are plenty of nice restaurants to eat out. See all tips for a city break in Utrecht. Utrecht, the capital of the province of Utrecht and the 4th city in the Netherlands in terms of size, with almost 300,000 inhabitants. A city with enough fun things to do!
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Eindhoven is a city in the southeastern part of the Netherlands. It is the fifth-largest city in the country and usually does not top the major tourism lists for the Netherlands. Those who overlook the quaint and interesting city of Eindhoven are doing themselves a disservice. Here are some of the top things to do in Eindhoven in the Netherlands.
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Rotterdam is one of the few thoroughly modern cities in Holland, offering adventuresome modern architecture and delightful culture. The city centre, apart from the City Hall, was almost completely destroyed by bombing in World War II, so had to be gradually rebuilt from the 1950s on.
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Netherlands is known all over the world for its canals and windmills. Aside from that, there are a lot of villages that tourists should not miss. In fact, it is possible to rent a bike here so you can explore the city. Yes, one week certainly is not enough for a visit to the Netherlands. Here are 5 things to do while you are here:
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The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, which already captivated travellers in ancient times, today enthrals a new generation as a modern, vibrant nation. From the awe-inspiring starkness of the monolithic rockscapes of Wadi Rum, to the pulsating centre of Amman, Jordan’s capital; from the majestic ruins of a bygone civilization to the timeless majesty of the Dead Sea, Jordan is a fascinating travel destination.
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The ancient city of Petra has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1985. UNESCO has described Petra as “one of the most precious cultural properties of man’s cultural heritage”. In Lisbon, in 2007, Al-Khazneh was voted one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. Because of the beauty and mystique pictures of Petra implicate, the site appeared in films such as: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, Arabian Nights, Passion in the Desert, Mortal Kombat: Annihilation, Sinbad and the Eye of the Tiger, The Returns, Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, Samsara and Kajraare.
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“The Big Apple”, is the largest city in the United States and is visited by millions of travellers every year. New York is so popular because it offers architecture, very varied culture (migrants from many countries are estimated to speak 800 different languages), history and special events that cannot be found anyplace else. New York City is situated at the mouth of the Hudson River, providing one of the world’s largest natural harbors.“New York” only became its name twenty years later when the British gained control and re-named it after the Duke of York, King Charles II’s brother.
French Polynesia is a collection of over 100 islands in the South Pacific. This is an overseas collectivity of France, and it covers more than 2,000km distance. French Polynesia is popular for its coral-fringed lagoons, beaches, mountains, and towering waterfalls. The islands have features that make them beautiful and attractive to visitors. With the beauty of nature displayed in the south pacific islands, visitors would experience nature at its untouched state. Moreover, there are some interesting things they can also do at French Polynesia to have remarkable moments. These include:
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By some estimates, there are over 10.000 islands spread across the Mediterranean, with more than half situated in Greece alone. You would need multiple lifetimes to visit all of them. Some are simple rocks that protrude from the sea, while others are magnificent regions, sometimes housing whole countries. There are few places in the Mediterranean that are not worth a visit. But, if you are coming to the region, these are places that you just can’t afford to miss.
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The Yellowstone national park is a center of attraction and a favorite site which get millions of visitors every year. For active individuals, it is suitable for hiking activities since the park has trails of miles which even covers back country explorations. It may be a destination for the whole family since it provides a great view of the park while driving through the grand loop road and also rest in the various roadside picnic areas. The grand loop road has the most attractions sites
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Many exciting stories have been heard about relaxations on islands, and the story isn’t so different from that of the Fuerteventura, the second-largest Canary Islands of Spain. This Island lies in the Atlantic Ocean about 100km from Africa’s north coast. It is an accessible location for vacations and relaxations from the world of stress.
Fuerteventura Islands is known for its numerous beaches wrapped around cliffs and coves that are suitable for water sports, including surfing, waterskiing, and windsurfing.
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In 1994, Lanzarote was declared a Reserve of the Biosphere by UNESCO. Lanzarote lies in the Atlantic Ocean, about 100 km from the African coast and 1,000 km from the Iberian Peninsular. It is the most easterly of the seven main Canary Islands, once known as the Fortune Islands. Lanzarote was formed by a volcanic eruption about 15 million years ago, and has mountain ranges in the north and south, and desert lava fields abound. It claims to have the longest underwater volcanic tunnel in the world at over 7km long. The last volcanic eruption was in 1824.
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