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Baroque Churches of Vienna
Mozart's music finds its reflection in the fine baroque interiors of Vienna's churches. Take a trip into baroque style at the zenith of the Habsburg empire.
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Hawkmoor's London Churches
Nicholas Hawksmoor was the major architect of the English Baroque. His legacy to London was six churches - each a jewel.
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Szentendre, a Pretty Hungarian Town
Known for its Mediterranean atmosphere and the artists who flock to it, Szentendre (on the River Danube) is a wonderful break from sightseeing and shopping in Budapest.
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Visit Baroque Rome in Italy
Rome was the capital of baroque style, as seventeenth century popes spent freely on buildings and art. But you have to know where to go to see the best.
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Zwinger Palace is Dresden Must See
The Zwinger Palace is one of Dresden, Germany's best attractions. Built to rival Versailles, the Palace features beautiful gardens, an Old Masters museum and more.
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Flinders Street Station, Melbourne
Flinders Street Station. Melbourne, Australia is the central railway station for the city. It is an historical landmark with fine Edwardian baroque architecture and dome
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Rome Attractions - Trevi Fountain Piazza Navona
In a city of impressive monuments, the Trevi Fountain is one of the most spectacular. It's set in the heart of Rome, in the Piazza de Trevi, close to the Piazza Navona.
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Turin Hotels & Restaurants, Italy
Book accommodation in a value for money double room, or try dining with a degustation menu amongst the baroque architecture in the magical capital of the Piemonte region.
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Visit Melk Abbey From Vienna
Austria's historic Melk Abbey on the Danube is well worth a Vienna side trip. You'll find a library of midieval manuscripts, frescoes by Rottmayr, wine made by the monks.
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Luxury Adriatic Cruise
A one-of-a-kind 12-day cruise explores the Dalmatian Coast of Montenegro and Croatia, featuring Europe's top birding sites, nature reserves and historic Adriatic ports
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Best Undiscovered Slovak Castles
Whether you're a history buff or a romantic at heart, these three castles will fire up your imagination.
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Five Spectacular Attractions in Prague
Prague is full of museums, shops, restaurants, and concert venues, but there are five natural and architectural aspects of Prague that every visitor must see.
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Kutna Hora, Czech Republic
From the 13th to the 16th centuries, the UNESCO World Heritage city of Kutna Hora rivaled Prague as the cultural, political, and economic center of Bohemia.
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Schloss Moritzburg near Dresden
Baroque Schloss Moritzburg Castle, the hunting palace of the kings of Saxony, is a popular day-trip destination from Dresden in Germany.
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UNESCO Heritage List Sites, Mexico
Six cultural and natural Mexican sites were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in the 21st century bearing testimony to Mexico's rich history and diversity.
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Where to Walk Among the Locals in Budapest
Budapest is a city bursting with historical sites, but instead of rushing around to see everything, take time to enjoy a few places that capture this city's true spirit.
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Celebrate in Wurzburg - Wine Festivals and other Festivals in Southern Germany
Celebrate good times in Würzburg! Summer is fast approaching, and Würzburg is gearing up for some great celebrations. Many of the festivals date back for centuries, and coincide with religious, historical, or seasonal events. Here are some of the festivals I recommend.
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Enjoy Historic, Romantic Accommodations at Hotel Schlair
It’s fun to time-travel through history as you visit historical sites. But, at Hotel Schlair in Austria, you can actually stay in historic accommodations--just as travelers have done for centuries.
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Spain Trivia: Malaga Travel Facts
Information on the Andalucian town: The Palacio de Buenavista, bus tours, Playa de la Malagueta, Feria de Malaga festival, Cortijo de Torres & La Mantiqua cathedral
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The Philippines Travel Fact File
With 7107 islands to explore, the famous Boracay island, Baroque churches, historic Spanish colonies, indigenous tribes, what you need to know begins here.
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Tour Vienna in a Single Weekend
Even though a weekend is short, use it wisely and you can experience all the flavours Vienna has to offer - literally and figuratively.
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