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Know as ‘the Pearl of the Danube’, Budapest Hungary is made up of three distinct towns: Obuda and Buda (the historic medieval city on Castle Hill) are on the west bank of the River Danube, and Pest (the administrative and … [more]
Bucharest Romania has always worried about its place in the club of European capitals. It still relishes its nickname of ‘Little Paris’, earned between the two World Wars when its elegant avenues were thronged by the … [more]
Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bagamoyo Tanzania is the oldest town in Tanzania and one of the most attractive, combining natural beauty with a significant, although sometimes grim, historical heritage. The … [more]
Despite a challenge from thrustful Malaga, Seville Spain remains the political, business and cultural capital of southern Spain. It bestrides the busy Guadalquivier River, which is navigable to the Atlantic coast. In common … [more]
Budapest Hungary Know As ‘The Pearl Of The Danube’
Know as ‘the Pearl of the Danube’, Budapest Hungary is made up of three distinct towns: Obuda and Buda (the historic medieval city on Castle Hill) are on the west bank of the River Danube, and Pest (the administrative and commercial city) is on the east. In 1873, the three towns merged, and … [Read More...]
Bucharest Romania Still Relishes Its Nickname Of ‘Little Paris’
Bucharest Romania has always worried about its place in the club of European capitals. It still relishes its nickname of ‘Little Paris’, earned between the two World Wars when its elegant avenues were thronged by the sophisticated elite of Vienna, Prague and Berlin, and French was virtually the … [Read More...]
Bagamoyo Tanzania Meaning ‘Lay Down Your Heart’ In Swahili
Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bagamoyo Tanzania is the oldest town in Tanzania and one of the most attractive, combining natural beauty with a significant, although sometimes grim, historical heritage. The palm-studded, white sandy beaches of the area, with the crystalline blue waters … [Read More...]
Taroudant Morocco As The “Grandmother Of Marrakech”
An ideal base for the exploration of the Souss Valley and western High Atlas, Taroudant Morocco is known for its bustling market and fresh produce. A mixture of Arabic and Tashelhit Berber languages can be heard as you stroll through the town's recently restored salmon-coloured walls. As you head … [Read More...]
Seville Spain As A City For Most Compulsive Heritage Addict
Despite a challenge from thrustful Malaga, Seville Spain remains the political, business and cultural capital of southern Spain. It bestrides the busy Guadalquivier River, which is navigable to the Atlantic coast. In common with much of Spain, Seville’s recent economic growth has been rapid and it … [Read More...]
Rouen France Is More Than Just A Pretty Face
Despite sustaining shocking damage during the Allied invasion of Europe in 1944, Rouen France retained enough exceptional old buildings to show what a wonderful medieval town it once was ang underlined the point by painstakingly rebuilding many casualities of war. It was a capital of Anglo-Norman … [Read More...]
The Pyramids Of Giza And The Sphinx In Egypt
The Pyramids Of Giza And The Sphinx In Egypt are the world's oldest tourist attraction and remain cloaked in mystery. The only one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World in existence, the pyramids continue to amaze and confound archaeologists, physicists and astrologists alike. The Pyramids Of … [Read More...]
Aswan Egypt As The ‘Gateway To Africa’
Aswan Egypt is the southernmost frontier town in the Egypt, considered the 'gateway to Africa'. It lies at the first of seven cataracts, or Nile rapids, created by exposed granite that made the river impassable to boats, and thus created a thriving trade centre. Aswan Egypt The relaxed atmosphere … [Read More...]
Morocco’s Version Of Hollywood | Ait-Ben-Haddou Morocco
Ait-Ben-Haddou Morocco, a UNESCO World Heritage site at the crossroads of the southern oasis routes, is a striking example of the architecture of southern Morocco with its earthen buildings surrounded by high walls on a hillside. The red pise (straw and mud) towers in this village fortress are said … [Read More...]
Ngorongoro Conservation Area Tanzania As ‘The Eighth Wonder Of The World’
Nestled between Serengeti National Park and Lake Manyara National Park, lies the Ngorongoro Conservation Area Tanzania, often called 'The Eighth Wonder of the World' for its stunning beauty and fabulous wildlife viewing. It is believed that millions of years ago Ngorongoro was roughly the same … [Read More...]
Enjoy The Greatest Attractions Of Table Mountain South Africa
Table Mountain South Africa is Cape Town's most famous landmark and one of the city's greatest attractions. There are many scenic routes that can be taken to climb the 1, 086 -m (3, 500 -ft) mountain, but most people take the revolving cable car, which whisks them to the top in just a few minutes. … [Read More...]
Cat Island Bahamas As Home To Mount Alvernia
Cat Island Bahamas, home to Mount Alvernia, the highest point in the Bahamas at an astounding 63 m (206 ft) above sea level, is the sixth largest island in the Bahamain island chain. It is rumoured to have been named after Arthur Catt, the famous British sea captain, or from the hordes of wild … [Read More...]
