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Saint Nicholas Cathedral

Saint Nicholas Cathedral

Saint Nicholas Cathedral - Discover Balti

History Situated in the centre of the city Balti, Saint Nicholas Cathedral dates back from the 1795. The religious edifice was built in Roman Catholic style. Its architect was Antuan Weismann and it was founded by George Panaioti. The church is of national importance and it is a good place for Christians. It has a degree of catholic influence brought by the architect from Galicia ( Western Ukraine). ...

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Turku

Turku

Turku - The best touristic attractions in Finland

 About Turku     Turku is situated on the southwestern coast of Finland, regarded as the European Capitals of Culture in 2011. Throughout the year the city celebrates several events, making it an incredible touristic attraction. It is one of Finland’s largest cities and  it was the country&rsqu...

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The "Alecu Russo" State University of Balti

The "Alecu Russo" State University of Balti

The "Alecu Russo" State University of Balti - Discover Balti

History The “ Alecu Russo” State University of Balti was founded in 1945 and it is the second biggest University in Moldova named after the 19th century Romanian ethnologist and illuminist Alecu Russo. It is a prestigious institution of higher education, a modern center of science, education and culture having adequate materials, well-furnished classrooms and well-equipped laboratories. T...

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The Saint Constantine and Elena's Cathedral, Balti

The Saint Constantine and Elena's Cathedral, Balti

The Saint Constantine and Elena's Cathedral, Balti - Discover Balti

History The Saint Constantine and Elena’s Cathedral in Beltsy, Moldova is one of the best places to visit while being in the city. It is one of the most monumental buildings of the XX th century. The cathedral began in September 24, 1924 by Visarion Puiu together with Patriarch Damianus of Jerusalem, Miron Cristea and Carol II of Romania. Its consecration took place on June 2, 1935. It was attended by king Carol...

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Panzano in Chianti

Panzano in Chianti

Panzano in Chianti - The most beautiful places to visit in Chianti area, Italy

About Panzano in Chianti     Panzano in Chianti is a delightful fortified small village that rises on a picturesque hill, at 498 meters above the sea level, in the Greve Valley, located in the middle of Florence province, at the beginning of the Chianti area, specifically in the “Conca d’Oro” (Golden Valley lined with vines). It is one of...

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Christ Church Cathedral

Christ Church Cathedral

Christ Church Cathedral - The best touristic attractions in Dublin, Ireland

The  Christ Church Cathedral is located beside the civic offices on the western end of the Temple Bar in the very heart of Dublin, in the medieval center of the city. It is very easy to get to the church, just walk the distance till the west of the Trinity College, then College Green, follow the Dame Street and Lord Edward Street, the church will be in front of you, parallel to the  Liffey River. This church is veiled in histor...

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Siena

Siena

Siena - The most beautiful places to visit in Chianti area, Italy

About Siena   A medieval fortress, arising on three hills in the heart of Tuscany, Siena is a city of art surrounded by ancient walls, where narrow streets lined with splendid buildings all lead to Piazza del Campo. No matter how you describe it, Siena is a true medieval burg, a genuine open-air museum alike Toledo in Spain or Arles in France. Sien...

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Trinity College

Trinity College

Trinity College - The best touristic attractions in Dublin, Ireland

   Educational Center   The Trinity College is the heart of education for Dublin, the excellent place for research. The structure was built in 1592, and it is the oldest university in Ireland, and one of the oldest universities in  Western Europe. Today the campus stands on a ...

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Phoenix Park

Phoenix Park

Phoenix Park - The best touristic attractions in Dublin, Ireland

One of the main attractions of Dublin, one of the most enclosed parks in Europe is the Phoenix Park. It is the perfect destination for the Dublin’s inhabitants, who prefer to escape and find  a gorgeous refuge here. It covers over 1752 acres, and it lies at 3 km away from the center of the city.  There are amazing playgrounds, ornamental gardens, nature trails, well designed grassland, separated by trees avenues, ...

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Florence

Florence

Florence - The most beautiful places to visit in Chianti area, Italy

About Florence   The capital of Tuscany, Florence, is one of the most beautiful places in this Italian region. Culture, art, history, cuisine, fashion and shopping, all bring their contribution to the charm of this ancient town. Michelangelo, Renaissance, art and architecture, leather coats, gold, Chianti wine are among the numerous things that can be found her...

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Dublin Castle

Dublin Castle

Dublin Castle - The best touristic attractions in Dublin, Ireland

A precious castle that amazes for its imposant structure is the Dublin Castle, which was built firstly in 1204. It was constructed on the orders of King John of England, on a place where the Vikings used to live once. The structure supposed to be formed by strong walls, deep and well done ditches, in this way defending the city, and the King’s treasure. The castle appeared in typical Norman Courtyard style, including a square in the center. Delimited by ver...

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St. Patrick Cathedral

St. Patrick Cathedral

St. Patrick Cathedral - The best touristic attractions in Dublin, Ireland

 General information      St. Patrick Cathedral is the largest church of Ireland, and one of the three largest cathedrals in Dublin, which was constructed in 1191. The cathedral seems to the National Cathedral in Ireland, with no bi...

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Blue Lagoon

Blue Lagoon

Blue Lagoon - The best touristic attractions in Malta

About Blue Lagoon   The Blue Lagoon is a picturesque bay with a white sandy base and rich marine life. It is one of the most famous and popular parts of Comino – a beautiful island that is situated between the islands of Gozo and Malta.  It is a popular spot for tourists from all over Europe. This place hosts, especially in sum...

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Mdina

Mdina

Mdina - The best touristic attractions in Malta

About Mdina   Mdina, once being the capital of Malta, is now one of the most interesting sights in Malta. It is known to be a tiny fortified city, famous for its medieval town structure. Being located in the centre of Malta Island, this place opens a magnificent view on the Island. Beside its amazing location, which provides you with incredible v...

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Great Geyser

Great Geyser

Great Geyser - The most popular touristic attractions in Iceland

Before  people knew about the great wonders of the Yellowstone Park, in United States, the Europeans have been already fascinated by the wonders of the Geysers from Iceland. These are rare geological features, making the Icelandic people  be proud of them. The most beautiful geyser and the greatest one from these wonders is definitely the Great Geyser.   ...

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Nidaros Cathedral

Nidaros Cathedral

Nidaros Cathedral - The most popular places to visit in Norway

   Nidaros Cathedral is the Norway’s national sanctuary that was built on the grave of St.Olav, who was the patron of Norway, well known all over the world for its majestic reputation. The construction of the building started in 1070, and the oldest parts of the building that date since the middle of the  12th century, still exist. The church was rebuilt and renovated for many times, because of the fires that caused damages, but the church each t...

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St.Francis Cathedral

St.Francis Cathedral

St.Francis Cathedral - The best places to visit in New Mexico, USA

   St.Francis Cathedral is a Roman Catholic Cathedral in Downtown of the city of Santa Fe, being the mother church for Archdiocese of Santa Fe,  New Mexico. Built initially by the Italian and French masons in 1800 on the site of the two old churches. St.Francis Cathedral represents a old chapel that was built in 1714, in the same being a cathedral, finally completed in 1887. The beautiful stained-glass windows of the cathedral are depicting those 12 apostles. This impossan...

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National Cathedral

National Cathedral

National Cathedral - The best touristic attractions in Washington,DC

   The most beautiful and the greatest Ghotic Church in Washington, is the National Cathedral, that  looks splendid, just like was built during the Middle Ages. In 1792 Pierre l’Enfant , the planner of the city of washington, was already designed the spot for the construction of the church. Later, in 1893 the Protestant Episcopal Cathedral Foundation was going to chose the place for the new cathedral, after three years, the Mount Saint Albans was chosen as the perfec...

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The Monaco Cathedral

The Monaco Cathedral

The Monaco Cathedral - The most imposing places to visit in Monaco

    Monaco is known for its imposing and fabulous holiday attractions, but besides its tourist venues it has a really rich cultural and monumental inheritance. The Monaco Cathedral is the major cultural and spiritual site in Monaco. The Cathedral dates the 18th century and it is also known as The Saint Nicolas Cathedral or The Cathedral Notre Dame Imaculee. The Monaco Cathedral is situated in the oldest part old Monaco, Monaco Ville and was built at th...

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  The Catlins Coast

The Catlins Coast

The Catlins Coast - The most attractive places to visit in New Zealand

The Catlins Coast is a picturesque natural aria of New Zealand which is very wild and attractive.  The Catlins area covers about 1,900 km2 and forms a rough triangular shape. The coastal limits of this aria are marked by two large rivers, the Clutha River in the northeast and the Mataura River in the west. These rivers provide some important estuarine habitat for wading birds. The rocky, charming coastline of the Catlins features blowholes, sandy beaches, a petrified forest at Curio Bay,...

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Cathedral Mary Queen of the World

Cathedral Mary Queen of the World

Cathedral Mary Queen of the World - The most popular places to visit in Montreal

   One of the most beautiful churches in Montreal is the Cathedral Mary, Queen of the World. This cathedral appeared like a small basilica in the Catholical church, after the fire burned the St. Jacques Cathedral. This sacred place is a copy of the St.Peter’s Basilica in Roma, because when bishop of the city in that time decided to built the church he sent Vistor Borgeau to Rome to study the style of basilica from Vatican. The construction started in 1875 and took 20 year...

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Saint Basil's Cathedral

Saint Basil's Cathedral

Saint Basil's Cathedral - The best places to visit in Russia

  Saint Basil's Cathedral - one of the brightest and most famous monuments of ancient architecture. Already in the 16 th century the cathedral fascinated travelers and guests of Moscow, and for the Russians became a symbol of national history and national character. In 1552 to commemorate the victory of troops of Ivan the Terrible in the war for the conquest of Kazan and Astrakhan Khanate was founded a church, consecrated in honor of the Holy Trinity. In 1554 Ivan the Terrible ordered to...

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Avila Cathedral

Avila Cathedral

Avila Cathedral - The most beautiful cathedrals of Spain

  Avila is one of the most romantic and beautiful cities in Spain. You will never confuse it with another city due to the fortress wall that surrounds it. It is the oldest and best preserved city wall, something in which Spain has no shortage. With its resistant medieval walls, the city looks more like a mountain fortress from far away. The city is one of the most highly located cities in Spain and there is always chilly weather here. Also, it is one of the cities with the highest n...

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Cathedral of Valencia

Cathedral of Valencia

Cathedral of Valencia - The most beautiful cathedrals of Spain

  Valencia is the third largest city in Spain and one of the few cities that still preserves among its walls century-old vestiges, along with impressive, futuristic and ingenious buildings. Paella, the festival of Las Fallas –all these words you will often hear in this cosmopolitan and lively city. Located on the eastern coast of Spain, with access to Mediterranean Sea, Valencia was an important port of the Iberian Peninsula, as well as an economic power and a cultural center ...

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Cathedral of Toledo

Cathedral of Toledo

Cathedral of Toledo - The most beautiful cathedrals of Spain

  The Cathedral, El Greco, the Inquisition, marzipan, Visigoths, Majorica pearls, Christians, Muslims, Hebrew, armor, ancient instruments of torture, Alcazar, synagogues, Don Quixote de la Mancha, Sancho Panza, windmills, knightly tournaments, "the City of the three cultures", mosque, UNESCO patrimony, Puente de San Martin, Corpus Christi Festival, Castle of San Servando, Puerta de Sol -these are just some of the beautiful emblems of Toledo.   Am...

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Leon Cathedral

Leon Cathedral

Leon Cathedral - The most beautiful cathedrals of Spain

  Castilla Leon is a magical realm of castles, where Castellano language was born and the legendary hero El Cid emerged. It is the place where history, myth and legend have woven over the years, making it difficult to separate the truth from reality. It is the result of the union of two ancient kingdoms -Old Castile (Burgos, Palencia, Valladolid, Avila, Segovia and Soria) and the Kingdom of Leon (Salamanca, Zamora and Leon), which were separated and reunited several times over medie...

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Cadiz Cathedral

Cadiz Cathedral

Cadiz Cathedral - The most beautiful cathedrals of Spain

  Cadiz is a city of myth and legend, with images of antiquity, the braveries of Hercules, fascinations of Troy and famous gaditani. Considered one of the oldest cities in the Western world, Cadiz is a delight for most of the tourists staying here. Cadiz could easily compete for the title of the city with the most churches in the world, being one of the most spectacular citieson the east coast of Spain. The most popular attraction in town is undoubtedly the Cathedral of Cadiz. ...

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Barcelona Cathedral

Barcelona Cathedral

Barcelona Cathedral - The most beautiful cathedrals of Spain

  In the center of Barri Gotic, in the very heart of Barcelona there is located the beautiful Gothic cathedral called La Seu. The cathedral was constructed throughout the 13th to 15th centuries, with the principal work done in the 14th century, but the cathedral was only completed in the early 20th century.      The church is dedicated to Eulalia, co-patron saint of Barcelona. The official name of this cathedral is the Catedral de la Santa C...

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Burgos Cathedral

Burgos Cathedral

Burgos Cathedral - The most beautiful cathedrals of Spain

  The Burgos Cathedral is a Gothic-style Roman Catholic cathedral in Burgos. It is dedicated to the Virgin Mary and is famous for its vast size and unique architecture. The entire history of Gothic art is summed up in the gorgeous architecture and its unique collection of artworks, including paintings, tombs and stained glass. Works of extraordinary artists are preserved here, such as the architects and sculptors of the Colonia family (Juan, Simón and Francisco), the sculptor...

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Iglesia de Santa Maria del Mar

Iglesia de Santa Maria del Mar

Iglesia de Santa Maria del Mar - The most beautiful cathedrals of Spain

  The most symmetric church in Barcelona and certainly the best example of Mediterranean Gothic structure in town, Santa Maria del Mar Church is located in the Ribera district in Barcelona. Known as the Catedral de la Ribera (or Catedral del Mar), it was built between 1329 and 1383 in Catalan Gothic style, by architect Berenguer of Montagut, in collaboration with Ramon Despuig.   Santa Maria del Mar was built due to a vow made a century ago by Jaume I, ...

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Episcopal Palace

Episcopal Palace

Episcopal Palace - The most beautiful cathedrals of Spain

   If in the legacy of Antoni Gaudi there exists any building in the Gothic style, that is, of course, the Episcopal Palace in Astorga, near Leon. This modest town of Astorga is widely known for this magnificent masterpiece of Gaudi.      In 1886, for dedicated service to the church, the priest Juan Grau Valespinos was assigned in Astorga, one of the first episcopacies throughout Spain, being founded in the fourth century. As a man of g...

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San Juan de Gaztelugatxe

San Juan de Gaztelugatxe

San Juan de Gaztelugatxe - The most beautiful cathedrals of Spain

  San Juan de Gaztelugatxe is a tiny picturesque island on the coast of Biscay in Basque Country. On top of the island stands a hermitage dedicated to San Juan. It dates from the 10th century, although certain discoveries indicate the 9th century.     It is a small church, which is usually closed, that apparently belonged to the Knights Templar. In 1053, it was donated by Íñigo López, the first lord of Biscay, to the monaster...

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La Seu Palma Cathedral

La Seu Palma Cathedral

La Seu Palma Cathedral - The most beautiful cathedrals of Spain

  Palma de Mallorca is the capital of the Balearic Islands. It is located south of Mallorca and enjoys a fantastic view over the bay of Palma. One of the first things tourists should visit when they arrive here is the fantastic cathedral which dominates the entire bay –La Seu Palma Cathedral.     Palma del Mallorca has a great fame due to this masterpiece work of Gaudi and architect Miguel Barcelo –an unequaled cathedral, “La Se...

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Mezquita Cathedral

Mezquita Cathedral

Mezquita Cathedral - The most beautiful cathedrals of Spain

  Mezquita - meaning "mosque" in Spanish –located in Cordoba, Spain, is a harmonoius combination between a mosque and a cathedral dating from the eighth century. This impressive building stands as testimony for the multitude of religious changes that have shaped the city of Cordoba over the centuries.   Today, the Mezquita is known more as "Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption", the title of "mosque" being no longe...

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Orvieto Cathedral

Orvieto Cathedral

Orvieto Cathedral - The most beautiful churches of Italy

  Cathedral or Duomo of Orvieto is the main attraction of the town and its most remarkable feature. The building is located in the heart of the city on a hill and it is visible from miles away. The construction of Orvieto Cathedral started in 1290, under the supervision of Pope Nicholas IV. The construction was attended by 33 architects, of which the most important is Lorenzo Maitani, 150 sculptors, 70 painters and 90 specialists in mosaic. Sculptural works show scenes from the Old ...

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