In the middle plaza called Plaza de la Independencia is located one of the most popular tourist attractions in Madrid: Puerta de Alcala - Alcala Gate.
In 1764 King Charles III, to pay the Italian architect Sabatini to build a large gate to replace the old baroque 16th century built by King Philip III. King believed that bears the mark of the eastern border town was too small for important link to Aragon.
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Palacio Real or Royal Palace is the largest and certainly one of the most impressive palaces in Europe. Has over 2,000 rooms decorated in the most luxurious as possible, 50 of which can be visited. It is located in the historic center of town east of Madrid and very close to Plaza de Espana.
Shortly after the Royal Fortress burnt down on Christmas Eve since 1734, King Philip V wished to replace the fortress with a palace built of ston...
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Ajuda Palace in Lisbon is an exuberant extravaganza. Though construction of this palace was not completed as planned due exilarii royal family in Brazil, caused by the invasion of armies of Napoleon, is still one of the most beautiful romantic buildings in Europe.
The interior is decorated with furniture, tapestries, sculptures and decorative art extravaganza. All are the result of endless wealth of the 18th century when diamonds were...
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Liberty Palace Bruges (Landhuis van het Vrije Brugse) took centuries more uses. After construction in 1525, the building was used as the Region Palace and after the second building was in 1725 became the Royal Court. Later the building became a tourist information point. Today, hosting national archive. The most important part of the building, is of course "Aldermann Room" with beautiful fireplace made of different materials: alabaster, marble and wood....
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Royal Palace in Amsterdam is located in Amsterdam's Dam Square in the center. It was originally built to serve as building the mayor and magistrates of Amsterdam. In the seventeenth century was the largest building in Europe. Royal Palace in Dam Square is one of three palaces in the Dutch State has provided to the Queen by a decision of parliament. The palace is used mainly for official events, visits at the highest level, special receptions and reception on the occasion of New Y...
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Aqualand Aqua Park is one that mimics a Caribbean island in the Adriatic region: a combination of good humor, fun, extreme sports and aquatic games. A relaxing oasis providing entertainment for those special places that want to spend some unforgettable hours.
Aqualand offers guests many joys and happy events: Latin American dancing, water aerobics, diving lessons and many shows performed on stage in the shape of a pirate ship, 30 meters lon...
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Doges Palace in Venice is a superb example of Venetian Gothic architecture. He served as Senate, administrative center, courthouse, public archive and prison until 1797 when the Venetian republic fell.
First built in the ninth century, Doges Palace was rebuilt several times but since 1340, with the construction of Hall Councils, really began to take shape. Doges City Election was private and lasted 1000 years since 697 till 1789. Council Ha...
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This huge tank, founded by Emperor Justinian I, the people called "Palace of the sink." Tanks on the site was found a huge church which may have been built centuries III and IV of Age Roman and served as a place of artistic and scientific activities but also to commercial businesses.
This place is rumored that some gardens which were surrounded by marble columns and the garden is a bronze statue of the Prophet Solomon stood ...
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Galata Tower (Galata Kulesi) dominated Beyoglu (district) since 1348 it was built as part of a Genoese colony served as a fortification and observation tower. After the Ottomans conquered Istanbul in 1453, became a prison tower and barn water. During the nineteenth century served as the observation point to the frequent fires that took place in the city since there were many wooden houses.
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Dolmabahce Palace is the largest and most luxurious residence in Turkey: 15,000 square meters built, 285 rooms, without calculating baths, halls and annexes. In the palace of oriental opulence meets six sultans who have lived (past rulers of the Ottoman Empire) with Western sophistication. Moreover, the palace looks more like an imperial residence French or Austrian, but the locations of 1001 nights, for Romanian visitors, the closest comparison would be within the President...
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Topkapi Palace has hosted all the Ottoman sultans until the kingdom of Abdulmecid I (1839-1860), totaling almost four centuries. Mehmed II ordered the construction of the palace immediately after the conquest of Constantinople in 1453. Final form of the palace which covers an area of 700,000 square meters were added wall 1400 meters long. Along the wall there are three main gates: gate Otluk, Demir gate and the Imperial gate (Bab-i Humayun), and several smaller gates. After ...
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The Royal Palace was destroyed and rebuilt many times. King Bela IV started building the palace of the XIII century after the Mongol invasion. The original palace was built in Gothic style and continued to be extended for 300 years. Golden Age of the palace was during the reign of King Matthias. It was totally destroyed in 1686 when the Habsburg army liberated Buda under Ottoman occupation.
Habsburgs built a new palace, lower-century baroq...
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In Wallenstein Palace garden you will see probably the first of a palace in Prague. Belongs to the Wallenstein Palace, the Senate today as the Czech Republic. The garden was built with baroque-style palace in 1623. In the eastern part of the garden you can discover terrena room with three arches. Room walls are decorated with frescoes representing the Trojan war.
Terrena Hall organizes many concerts and theatrical performances. If you...
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Kyoto Imperial Palace (Kyoto Gosho), residence of the imperial family until 1868, when the capital moved to Tokyo is now an impressive ensemble, rebuilt by no less than eight times throughout its history - because of repeated fires. Can be admired in Kyoto Imperial Park, one of Japan's national symbols. Those who want to discover Japan can start their visit here, where under the guidance of the guides can see the beauty and traditions of classical Japanese architecture. ...
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Schönbrunn Palace Versailles was to be the Austrian Empire but in the year 1695 when Fischer von Erlach designed the palace, raising its costs were too high. Thus, the palace was originally conceived more as a summer residence of the Habsburgs, but since Maria Theresa (1717-1780) and began the golden age of the Habsburgs, choosing it as the residence of Schönbrunn Palace.
Until 1749 the interiors were restored, the gallerie...
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For over 600 years, the Hofburg was the residence of the Austrian sovereigns. Over time, was developed reaching one of the most important centers of European history. Here have led Habsburgs since XIII century, first as rulers of the Austrian provinces, since 1452 the Holy Roman emperors, and finally as emperors of Austria from 1806 until the end of monarchy in 1918.
Originally a stronghold of the XIII century, the Hofburg was exten...
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Buckingham Palace is the sovereign's official residence in London, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and was first opened to the public in 1993.
Entrance to Buckingham Palace is the Court Street Ambassadors of Buckingham Palace. Great Hall of the Palace is where the old hall was received at Buckingham Palace. This room is dominated by the impressive staircase and the railing of bronze with floral ornaments.&n...
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Luxembourg Gardens is probably the most popular park in Paris. Is in the 6th arrondissement, near the Sorbonne. Park of 22 hectares, was designed in 1612 in a purely French style and in the 19th century was open to the public until it was private.
In the center of the park there is an octagonal pond, known as the Grand Bassin. Here, children can rent boat. Another attraction for children is puppets. Around the pool are alleys a...
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Versailles was the official residence of French kings between 1682 and 1790. Originally it was only a hunting box, built in 1624 by Louis XIII. It was expanded by Louis XIV in early 1669. Sun King at his amorous escapades used for building a beautiful garden around the palace. Which was directed toward the garden terrace was demolished and its place was designed Hall of Mirrors, where was decided the destiny of Europe for more than a century.
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At first glance, Alaska seems to be a land of ice and wilderness. Or at least that we learn all the lessons on geography. In reality, Alaska is a place where civilization is entwined not only with traditionalism, especially nature offers us unimaginable landscapes.
As we all know, Alaska belongs, at least in political terms, the United States. Although there is a considerable distance from the state "mother" so...
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This elegant hotel is located in a building dating from the early twentieth century, situated among the many attractions of downtown Madrid. Situated right beside the main street Gran Via, Petit Palace San Bernardo enjoy one of the most famous locations in the city. Is only a few minutes walk from Plaza de Espana and Royal Palace.
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About 3-6 million years ago, underwater volcanoes about 700 km west of Ecuador erupted. As a result, there was formed an archipelago consisting of 60 islands of different sizes, called the Galapagos Islands. Here there have developed forms of animal and plant life which are unique in the world.
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It is a five star hotel, located in downtown Madrid, 400 meters from Puerta del Sol and the Prado Museum. At 100 meters from the hotel lies the Bank of Espana subway station and bus from Cortol Blaze and 800 meters from the hotel is located Atocha station. Barajas International Airport is located 13 kilometers from the hotel.
Known for its spectacular interior glass dome, which is the visual signature hotel, The Westin Palace Madrid has been included again fo...
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Located between Guam, the Philippines and Papua New Guinea, Palau is an archipelago with a length of 640km, which houses the world's highest concentration of coral, fish and other marine creatures. Therefore, Palau is one of the most spectacular locations in the world free diving and compressed air, providing the visitors and an excellent infrastructure for diving. Coral reefs shelter more than 1,500 fish and 700 species of coral and sea anemones. The show is complemented b...
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After a renovation that lasted a year and a half, the pool is a dream. Edge are not umbrellas, but the shadow of palm trees which can be relaxed to drink a cocktail. Actually has islands and sand and is designed to resemble as much an oasis in the middle of the desert Arab....
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Swimming here makes you think the oriental pleasures. Palace with 347 rooms is ideally located overlooking Jodpur, with a view to which few have access. Water temperature is always controlled and her floating scented candles, including rose petals. The hotel is run by the same company in charge of the Taj Mahal. Maharajah Prince who owns the Hotel often comes down to the pool and is not afraid to swim with guests....
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One of the most beautiful countries in the world, New Zealand, is the dream of every lover of adventure. Despite its small size, has mountains, volcanoes, rivers and coastlines, which could be labeled as magical. The most popular activities are climbing, skiing, snowboarding, heli-skiing site, snowmobiling and ice alpinism. Caving lessons gives you the opportunity to explore underground rivers of Waitomo Cave. Coast of New Zealand is a great place for surfing, water skiing and se...
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Galateia Residence offers holiday luxury apartments in the lively and historical Beyoglu area of central Istanbul.
All the apartments of Galateia Residence are provided with full kitchen and laundry facilities, wide open-plan living and dining spaces, comfortable beds and well-appointed bathrooms.
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Dream Palace Hotel offers a range of 154 rooms at the Taj Club Room King Bed in Double. Dream Palace Hotel Three star hotel and beach style offers comfort and a wide range of facilities including: Restaurant, Room service, reception 24/24h, Newspapers, Non-Smoking Rooms, Business Centre, Laundry, Free Parking, Express Check- in / check-out, totally non-smoking, Airconditioning.
This hotel is located in Dubai in the north-east of the city, just 10 minutes driv...
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It is one of the most popular waterfalls of New Zealand and is in a unique location: Fiorland National Park which is found on the World Heritage List. Sutherland Falls is one of the world's highest waterfalls and the natural wilderness where there is for most tourists who come to see it, a big plus....
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Gladiatori-Palazzo Hotel Manfredi has 17 rooms. But the hotel has all types of rooms, from Family Room to a Suite. Hotel Gladiatori Palazzo Manfredi is a five-star luxury hotel and offers comfort and a wide range of facilities including: Restaurant, Room Service, Bar, 24/24h, Newspapers, Non-Smoking Rooms, Business Centre, Laundry, Office of Small Breakfast Room, totally non-smoking, TV, air conditioning, satellite television. It is located in Rome on Via Labicana 125 Street in the south-east...
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The Metropolitan Palace Hotel is a 5-star luxury hotel that features a harmonious mix between the traditional Arabian, majestic European and exotic Far Eastern. The hotel is positioned in Dubai city centre on the renowned Al Maktoum Street and enjoys an elevate location, being set about 10 kilometres away from the Dubai International Airport and about 3-8 kilometres from the main shopping centres and business district....
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This 5-star luxury hotel has 34 rooms for the highest demands.
The hotel is situated in terms of traffic, near the highway (3.0 km away) and while the central (0.0 km in the center).
The public areas (WLAN) and the room, you can use internet access. Those traveling by car can use the hotel's parking spaces. If you desire, just call room service friendly.
A desk, a safe, hairdryer, and radio are standard equipment in every room. The rooms are...