St. Paul’s Church in Antwerp

All the cities of Belgium are unique especially Antwerp. In Antwerp there is one of the best churches of the world – St. Paul which was built in the mid of 16th century.

 

St. Paul’s church has gone through some difficult moments in its history. It was once burn and closed, but it was reduced in the same style, and its interior has acquired a magnificent carving wood panels. Last fire occurred in 1968 and the inhabitants of the city, without having to wait the fire-brigade arrived,  saved it from the fire with the risk of their lives. Read more

Museum of Military History in Vienna

Museum of Military History in Vienna (German: Heeresgeschichtliches Museum) is located near the Belvedere palace complex in Vienna, Austria.

Austrian Museum of Military History was designed by Danish architect Theophil von Hansen and was built as a garrison during 1850 -1856 years at the behest of Emperor Franz Joseph I as the old garrison city was destroyed during the 1848 revolution. The museum, situated in the centre of the Arsenal. Read more

Island Mykonos

You can fall in love at first sight in one of the most fashionable resorts in the world. Island Mykonos in Greece is an incredible combination of non-stop partying, beach holidays, windmills, a huge number of churches and unforgettable memories of the beautiful nature and unique architecture. Here like to relax known politicians, stars, famous top models and actors.

There is no doubt that Guests will appreciate one of the best hotels on the island: Mykonos Grand Hotel & SPA: a relaxed atmosphere, convenient location right on a gorgeous beach, luxurious rooms with sea views, excellent service, a restaurant serving Greek cuisine delights, great SPA center. All can conquer the most demanding guest. Read more

Exploring Benidorm – Clubbing Holidays

However green and pleasant it may make the countryside, another potential washout of a summer means disaster for those looking to catch some sun on a budget in their precious week or so of holiday.

Whether you’re a last minute, spur of the moment holiday booker, or someone who plans meticulously for months before you get on a plane, really good deals are available if you know what you’re looking for.

For those on a tight budget looking for lively bars, and clubs that stay open until dawn, some of the famous clubber’s paradise resorts, with astronomical entry prices, have placed themselves out of the reach of the average holidaymaker. However, a clubbing holiday in Benidorm on the cheap is the perfect alternative. Read more

Fiji Islands

Fiji, officially the Republic of Fiji, is an island nation in Melanesia in the South Pacific Ocean about 2,000 km northeast of New Zealand’s North Island.

The closest neighbors of Fiji are Tonga to the east, the Samoas, New Zealand’s Kermadec to the southeast, France’s New Caledonia to the southwest, Vanuatu to the west, France’s Wallis and Futuna to the northeast and Tuvalu to the north.

Formed through volcanic activity, Fiji (once known as the Cannibal Isles) consist of an archipelago of more than 332 islands, of which 110 are permanently inhabited, and more than 500 islets. More of the country’s islands  have been inhabited since the second millennium BC (now has  800 000 inhabitant). Most of Fijians live on Viti Levu’s coasts, either in Suva or in smaller urban centers. Read more

The Moscow Kremlin

The Moscow Kremlin, simply The Kremlin, is situated in the very center of Moscow, the capital of Russia. The historic fortified complex stands high with its golden-domed cathedrals, monumental walls and towers and ancient palaces on the Borovitskiy Hill near the river Moscow.

The Kremlin is the official residence of the RF (Russian Federation) president. At present “The Moscow Kremlin”, “The State Historical and Cultural Museum-Preserve”  is situated on the Kremlin’s territory. Read more

Teotihuacan

Teotihuacan is a sacred archaeological site in the Basin of Mexico  about 30 miles northeast from Mexico City. The ancient city of Teotihuacan was built about AD 200. Teotihuacan is known for its large residential complexes, the Avenue of the Dead, and numerous colorful, well-preserved murals and as one of the seven wonders too.

It is considered that Teotihuacan is a multi-ethnic city as it has been occupied by Otomi, Maya, Mixtec,  Zapotec and Nahua peoples. Either the Totonacs or the Aztecs have always maintained that they were the ones who built it but it has not been corroborated by archaeological findings. Read more

Alhambra

Alhambra, fully known as Calat Alhambra, is a fortress and palace complex constructed in the mid 14th century by the Moorish rulers in the Province of Granada, Spain.  The palace has acquired the small hilly terrace of the Assabica, bordering the city of Granada where it is located.

The Alhambra’s Moorish palaces were residential buildings built for the last Muslim Emirs in Spain and its court during Nasrid dynasty. After the reconquest by the Catholic Monarchs in 1492, some portions were used by the Christian rulers. But nowadays Alhambra is considered to be one of the main tourist destinations in Spain. Read more

Leaning Tower of Pisa

The Leaning Tower of Pisa or simply the Tower of Pisa is a freestanding bell tower of the cathedral in the Italian’s city Pisa. It is the third oldest structure in Pisa’s Cathedral Square and is situated behind the Cathedral. The tower of Pisa has 55.86 m height and 14,500 metric tons weight and has 296 or 294 steps.

It took 177 years to construct the building. The tower was made to stand straight, however immediately after it was constructed, it started leaning towards the south east due to a weekly laid foundation. Read more

Grand Canyon

The Grand Canyon Skywalk

The largest known crack in the world, The Grand Canyon,  is a canyon in Arizona carved by the Colorado River. The Grand Canyon is 446 km long and 29 km wide and attains a depth of over 1,800 meters.

According to some dates, the canyons were made by the Colorado River some six million years ago. Read more

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