Sorrento: An Italian Haven by the Sea
Far from the smoggy hustle and bustle of major metropolises like Rome and Naples, the peaceful town of Sorrento, Italy is a quaint and quiet refuge for weary travelers. The nearby ocean offers fresh breezes and stunning views, and many popular destinations are just a short trip away.
Three Top Tourist Sites in Rome
Synonymous with Rome, the impressive Colosseum is usually the number one must see for tourists in Rome. Building of this great structure began around 70 AD under the instruction of Emperor Vespasian. However, it was not completed until 80 AD during the reign of Emperor Titus. Initially, the Colosseum was used for public events, such as gladiator matches, mock sea battles, executions and animal hunts. But the use of the Colosseum for public events ceased during the Medieval era and nowadays it only hosts a few very important Catholic ceremonies.
5 Great Summer Family Attractions in Metro Atlanta
If you're eager to ride raging roller coasters or experience affordable family fun for ages visit Six Flags Over Georgia, the southeast's largest regional theme park. The 230-acre park which originally opened in 1967 hosts characters from Warner Bros. including Looney Tunes, DC Comic's Justice League, and Mr. Six Flags. Six Flags Over Georgia has 9 thrilling coasters as well as an assortment of fun for younger guests such as a replica Thomas The Tank Engine train ride.
An Art Lover’s Guide to Amsterdam
Though it may now be more famous as the home of legal drug cafes than as the birthplace and muse of Vincent Van Gogh, Amsterdam is not all about the fabulously seedy red light district or even smoking in front of a policeman. Amidst its picture perfect canals and quaint narrow houses lie some of the world's best art collections and quirky shops - perfect for an art lover's weekend away.
Top 5 Places of Interest in Armenia
Armenia sits strategically between Turkey to the west, Iran to the south, and Azerbaijan to the east. It is also situated at the juncture of Western Asia and Eastern Europe making it a hotly-contested area in the region. It has seen many wars and invasions by many peoples including the Assyrians, Greeks, Romans, Arabs, Byzantines, Mongols, Persians, Ottoman Turks, and Russians. This country is rich in cultural and historical significance for the continent of Europe. Tourists will not encounter any difficulty looking for the excellent places to visit here. This list is a good recommendation for places to visit for first time tourists in the country.
Prague Festivals – Czech Beer Festival
If you have never experienced every hotel Prague has to offer filled to the brim with travellers from around the world, here to explore the wonders of beer, then you are truly missing out. Every accommodation Prague has available will be filled with tourists from around the world during the Czech Beer Festival in Prague, which takes place every May for the last half of the month.
Island Hopping in Spain
When people think of Spain as a tourist destination, the areas that usually come to mind are Madrid and Barcelona, and for the more adventurous traveler, maybe a journey up to Bilbao. But Spain has much more to offer, including fabulous island getaways. Sun seekers will be in paradise on the Spanish islands (Balearic Islands) of Ibiza and Palma, each unique in its own way.
New Zealand National Parks
Abel Tasman National Park, opened in 1942, is potentially the most famous of New Zealand's national parks, and with good reason. It has earned its reputation thanks to its golden sandy beaches, its many rocky outcrops and its unmodified estuaries. It has a mild climate, making it a popular place to visit year round, and with plenty of sunshine hours during summer the beaches are very popular. The landscape tends to look scarse at times due to the early settlers tendency to fire the hills to create pasture, but thanks to the time it has been given forests are regenerating. The wildlife you can expect to see here are tui, bellbirds, pukekhoes, weka, dolphins, seals and even some penguins.
Lisbon the City of the Seven Hills
Lisbon is the capital city and the largest city in Portugal, it is one of the few cities that has both a river and coast line. Also it is the largest most western city in Europe and one of the oldest cities in world. The city is also historic you could rent a nearby Villa and see all the fantastic attractions such as various Museums, The Aguas Livres Aqueducts which survived earthquakes, Monument to the discoveries, Tower of belem and the Casa dos Bicos which is privately owned and isn't open but you can still take pictures of the exterior of the building. A short term stay might not suffice as there are loads more attractions to visit catering to everyone's interests.
The Alhambra in Granada, Spain
The Alhambra on the southeastern border of Granada, Spain is an amazing Moorish palace built in the mid 14th century for the last Muslim Emirs in Spain. After the Reconquista, when the Catholic Monarchs retook the Al-Andalus province, some portions of the palace and fortress were used by the Christian rulers. In 1527 the Palace of Charles V was constructed inside the fortifications of the Alhambra for the Holy Roman Emperor who wanted to establish a residence close to the Alhambra palaces.
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