Temple of Athena in Greece, was built in dry Partheon. 5th BC Acropolis hill. This is the most important surviving building of Classical Greece, generally considered to have helped the development of Greece. Its decorative sculptures are considered one of the high points of Greek architecture. Partheon is regarded as a lasting symbol of ancient Greece and Athenian democracy and one of the greatest cultural monuments. Ministry of Culture of Greece currently performing a program of ...
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The Syrian desert Palmyra is hidden, often described as "bride of the desert." "Oasis", as it is sometimes called, is located near a hot spring called Afga, which makes this place an ideal stop those traveling between Iraq and Al-Sham.
Palmyra, strategic location and prosperity, has attracted the interest of the Romans, who took over the city. Destiny largest kingdom, Palmyra, was better than that of their queen, Zenobia, she was beaten a...
Tikal is one of the largest archaeological sites and urban centers in pre-Columbian, Mayan civilization. It is located in the archaeological region of Peten, Guatemala in the north basin. This amazing site is part of the Tikal National Park and in 1979 was declared World Heritage by UNESCO.
Tikal was one of the most important cultural centers and the population of Maya civilization. Though monumental architecture dates from IV century...
One of the greatest works of Roman architecture and probably the world's most renowned ruin is the Roman Colosseum or Coliseum - is an elliptical amphitheater in downtown Rome (Italy), the largest ever built in the Roman Empire.
50,000 seats Colosseum was built for gladiatorial fights and public spectacles. Other public events: the greatest fighting game in the world, hunt animals, executions, famous battles. It is said that the Coliseum over 500,000 people ...
Ayutthaya, whose name means "invincible" in Sanskrit, is not as popular as Bangkok, Chiang Mai or Phuket, but is one of the most visited tourist spots in Thailand.
In his youth, Ayutthaya was an international metropolis at that time competing with famous European capitals. It was a prosperous kingdom neighbor Burma (Myamar Today's) coveted by them, so the Burmese army attacked and burned the town. Today, only remnants of the empire remained as part of wh...
Palenque ruins are among the most important Mayan archaeological sites in Mexico and Central America. Located on a terrace overlooking the coastal plain of the Gulf of Mexico, Palenque is lost in the dense rainforest at the foot Tumble in Chiapas, Mexico.
Although analysis shows that the ceramic stones was occupied in the year 100 BC most of the buildings that we see today were built between VI-X century. Highest prince of the city-state was tricked, who took powe...
At about 90 km south of Bagdhad is Babylon ruins, the original name "Bab-ili" can be translated as "Gate of gods". Babylon, one of the most famous cities of antiquity, for refinement, beauty and splendor. In the classical,
Babylon talked about the city walls with wonder and admiration, while in "Hanging Garden"
has been one of the seven wonders of the world....
The most famous of all the ruins, seems to be suspended between two mountains and is often lost in the fog. It can be seen below the Urubamba Valley and is an enchanting place, especially since the Incas had not heard of the "wheel" when they built it. Machu Picchu was built in the mid-fifteenth century, but since its existence was not recorded by the Spanish conquerors, who occupied the place in 1530, nobody knows really what was the purpose of its construction. Many of the ruins i...
Rixos Hotel Lares resort of Antalya is situated on an area of 120,000 sqm right on Lara beach of the Mediterranean Sea. The hotel complex consists of 3 buildings of 8 floors and a main building. Rooms are equipped with all amenities of a 5-star hotel. The available facilities, the hotel will satisfy those who want to relax (pools, SPA, fitness) but also those who want an active holiday (basketball, volleyball, surfing, various sports)....
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For your stay in Antalya, The Marmara Antalya Hotel offers comfort and luxury, all only 3 km (1 mile) away from downtown and only 15 km (9 miles) away from the international airport. All 238 rooms at this 5-star hotel are furnished to meet customer needs. Each room includes non-smoking rooms, air conditioning, desk, hair dryer, Internet access, room safe, TV, bath. For each stay of each guest to complete, this hotel in Antalya offers 24 hour room service, elevator, bar / pub, laundry service ...
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Sea Life Family Resort is a 5 star hotel located along the Mediterranean coast in the resort of Antalya, Olympos National Park a short distance. Within this resort there are several pools, a playground area for children but also for practicing water sports facilities. Tennis courts, water slides, spa, sauna and Turkish bath are at your disposal....
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Ramada Plaza Hotel Antalya its position in the resort of Antalya offers tourists choose to spend their holiday stay at this hotel 2 lovely views. First view of the Mediterranean Sea and other landscape offered Taurrus Mountains. Located downtown, the hotel is within walking distance of the resort center of entertainment (clubs, discos, restaurants, bars, shops). Ramada Plaza Hotel Antalya is a holiday destination well suited for those who are on business trips. The 223 rooms have sea view or ...
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Aspen Hotel is located only 200 meters from the beach Mermerli in the district Kale, which is renown as the old center of Antalya, with a history of over 2000 years.
All 36 rooms at this 3-star hotel are furnished to meet customer needs.
There is air conditioning, hairdryer, TV, bathtub, shower in each well-equipped rooms in the hotel. 24 hour room service, elevator, bar / pub, laundry service / dry cleaning, restaurant, value boxes are just some extra features that you'...
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Alp Pasa Boutique Hotel has been completely restored and rebuilt with great attention to detail. Hotel offers all the comforts of modern bathrooms and air conditioning naturally. Each room is different, because the originality of details and size, decoration and color. Many rooms have Jacuzzi and others offer canopy bed. In one apartment there is an authentic ornamental fireplace. The hotel has an absolutely fabulous apartment for those wishing to spend their honeymoon at Alp Pasa....
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The hotel has 15 comfortable rooms and it is classified as a 4 star hotel.
Distance to highway (2.0 km) and city center (0.0 km) from the hotel is great. Ideal location for those traveling by train: From station to hotel is only 0.5.
Get Internet access in rooms and public areas (WLAN). At the reception, hotel staff is available 24 hours and offers a wake-up call service. Room-Service will be happy to fulfill your every wish. You can park your car in the hote...
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Hawaiian archipelago is the dream of every tourist who loves the sun and likes to spend his holiday lying on the beach, enjoying the crystal clear waters, surrounded by Hawaian islands. Once arrived there by plane, there is this feeling like you've already entered a different world, a dream world: warmth (28c - 30C), blue peaceful sky combined with a warm welcome from the inhabitants of these islands and you'll already feel like in a holiday. Here you will spend unforgettable mom...
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Comprised of over 300 volcanic islands, the Fiji archipelago is at the crossroads of South Pacific.
Tropical climate, palm-lined beaches and coral reefs, and location on the Pacific routes, Fiji made a top destination for tourists. ...
A great romantic destination with various opportunities, as it features 7,000 islands, islets, reefs, and cays, the Caribbean islands are a perfect getaway. The beaches are exotic yet clean, the water is crystal, the resorts are spendid and the dining is excellent....
For most people, Venice is synonymous with romance. Of course there are detractors, but most people love this city, imagining it as a symbol of love, inspired by stories of love sheltered by the walls of buildings shriveled.
But nobody can deny there is something with this place, something that continues to fascinate generations of tourists, lured by fame and the history of the city that floats on water.
A small town occupied by water, a lo...
Greece is a paradise for lovers of art, culture and literature. Far from crowded beaches, is a wonderful country for lovers of classical art.
Greece is surrounded by a myriad of tiny islands, of which more than 200 of them are inhabited. Greece lies on a mountainous region and the highest peak measuring 1500 m
Greece is probably one of the countries with the oldest history in Europe. Ancie...
Montalcino is situated in the heart of southern Tuscany. In the Middle Ages the Montalcino territory was divided among four ecclesiastical: Arezzo, Chiusi, Grosseto and Siena. This subdivision reflects that of antiquity, because here they met the territories of the major lucumonies Etruscan Arezzo, Chiusi, Roselle (Grosseto) and perhaps also of Volterra. Many relics of this era are still preserved in the Archaeological Museum of Montalcino.
The medieval history of the re...
Cafaggiolo Castle is located north of Florence, Mugello, an ancient place of origin of the Medici family. And 'one of the great masterpieces of Renaissance architecture, by Michelozzo. The original castle dates from the fourteenth century was a time when the fortress of the Republic. Cosimo the Elder in 1443 he commissioned to Michelozzo to transform the old fortress into a residential building.
Within its walls, the Medici were to spend more or less long periods, hosting celebritie...
The castle is Brolio of Lombard origin, although not ancient fortress remains today no trace except for rental. Its role in the history began to be significant from the twelfth century, when it settled the powerful family of the Ricasoli family from hunting, which still belongs.
Its strategic position important for the control of the Chianti area, edge of Florence, then to the border with the Sienese territory, placed the castle in the center of many frontie...
The Castle of Tornano, set among the rolling hills in the heart of Chianti Classico, is mentioned by a few books of medieval history from the eleventh century. We recall in particular the exploits of Guarnellotto Mezzolombardi among the first lord of the fortress, and the stubborn resistance that was able to impose the emperor Frederick Barbarossa. This imposing structure has been a witness of so many intrigues, battles, conspiracies and accomplice in many adventures underground du...
Erected by Cadolingi of Montecascioli, Castle Bibbione is documented in ancient manuscripts from the year 997 by the name of "Castrum Bibionis".
Equipped with a wall, which in the past served as a final defense for its inhabitants, the castle dominates a medieval village and ancient houses along the hillside of St. Angelo, in the Chianti, whose lands they reach the underlying Cassia and the river Pesa.
In 1511, Niccolo ...
This luxurious property is located in Moscow, near the Manege Square, Alexander Garden and Red Square. Nearby are also the Kremlin and the Moscow State Historical Museum.
The Ritz-Carlton, Moscow offers the following facilities: a fitness center, indoor pool, whirlpool, steam room and sauna. The spa at this hotel 5.0 star (s) has rooms for massage and care and beauty treatments. This property includes a business center, access to wireless Internet, me...
The Four Seasons Hotel George V, palace par excellence, is a jewel in the heart of Paris, where everything exudes elegance and sophistication. Behind the splendid Art Deco facade, an exceptional universe awaits you. You might be impressed by the wealth and beauty of floral arrangements that are ubiquitous in the lobby, the courtyard, the beautiful restaurant Le Cinq.The outstanding service at the Four Seasons Hotel George V, attentive and present without affectation, will help you live a uniq...
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Located between the picturesque hills at a height of 750 meters above sea level, Grand Hills Hotel & Spa divides his praise among mountain grandeur and charm golden coast of Beirut.
The hotel was designed in a unique way, leaving the pattern of luxury hotels that used to admire them in photographs or brochures of presentation. Instead of demanding luxury, here you will find a complex designed as a village, where pedestrians always have priority. The atmosphere...
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"The Grand Hyatt Shanghai is the 'highest hotel in the world" (located on 57th Street to the tune of the 87-story Jin Mao Tower), and offers spectacular views of the Bund, Huang Pu River and any the city from every room. Jin Mao Tower is the third tallest building in the world.
The rooms at the Grand Hyatt Hotel, in the contemporary art deco combined with traditional Chinese imagery, are the most spacious in the city. The bathrooms are partic...
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Emirates Palace Hotel in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Established by the ruling family to welcome heads of state and official delegations visiting the United Arab Emirates, the Emirates Palace is a Hotel of superlatives. Located on a strip of private beach for 1, 3 km, the Emirates Palace Hotel combines luxury with Arab art amenities and facilities of a truly 5 star hotel.
Designed along the lines of an Arabian palace, it offers rooms and suites that are sure to captivate you. They are extremely spacious, opulently d...
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This luxurious resort is beautifully situated on a tongue of land on the seaside comfortable and neat rooms and suites offer a relaxing stay, complete with swimming in the many private bays.The vast resort is full of tranquil spots to escape and rejuvenate. The spa complements the beautiful array of leisure activities.
Located 40 km from Athens, 15 km from the airport, 15 km from Cape Sounion, on the coast of Apollo, the Grand Resort Lagonissi completely renovated in 2002 is loc...
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A new luxury hotel on Las Vegas Strip, The Palazzo Resort in Las Vegas is ideal for business travellers. It meets all the needs with its spacious meeting rooms, suites well equipped and many places to dine and relax. It opened in December 2007, right next to its sister property, the Venetian Hotel. The project costs about 1.9 billion. This huge hotel has an area of 645 473 m² in total on 50 floors (although the floors 4, 13 and 14 do not exist).
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Burj al-Arab is the most luxurious hotel in the world. Burj al-Arab is 322 m high, being the second largest building, which is used exclusively as a hotel. Ryugyong Hotel in North Korea holds the record though. Burj al-Arab, or 'Arab Tower "is a symbol of Dubai. It is built on an artificial island and its foundations are moored 45 m below the seabed. It has 60 floors and 18 elevators. Burj al-Arab hotel has 202 suites. The 202 suites, all with two levels, feature bay wi...
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The Nautilus house is located in Mexico. This charming house was designed by Senosiain Arquitectos, being inspired by a seashell. The house is owned by a couple with two children and has won the “House of The Year 2007” award. ...
The Crooked House is located in Sopot, Poland at Bohaterów Monte Cassino Street. The house was constructed in 2004 and was designed by the Polish architect, Szotynscy Zaleski, who was inspired by the drawings of Jan Marcin Szancer and Per Dahlberg. It extends on over 4,000 square meters and it is now the most photographed building in Poland....
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