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The world's first train stations are surrounded by, or are themselves, works of art. Walk a city centre station loop for public art, grand architecture, and history.

Architecture is the unavoidable art. Wherever humanity gathers, architecture will be found. This article examines the three fundamentals that all architects must satisfy.

No Moscow visit is complete without seeing St Basil's Cathedral near Red Square. This multicolored, architect-gone-mad church is something travelers to Russia can't miss.

This small town nestled in the mountains of Upper Austria features charming streets, cafes, and a spa, and was a prime holiday destination for 19th-century Habsburgs.

Sorrento in Melbourne, Australia is where you get to swim with dolphins, enjoy water sports and great cuisine under a luminous sun on a glorious beach.

Though Montreal might be the heart of French Canada, Irish influence still remains today. The following is an example of the Irish influence in the city of Montreal.

Guides to places like Paris get bigger and bigger, but some of the best guides are specialist guides like the Wallpaper Pocket Guides which focus in on the best of a city

Tikal National Park is to Guatemala what Chichen Itza is to Mexico. An ancient city of 3000 Mayan ruins set in 222 square miles of impressive, dense jungle.

The beautiful and majestic castles on the Hudson River make for an enjoyable vacation for those who love history with a little luxury.

The medieval period was the golden age of cathedral building. The sixth to fifteenth centuries saw the creation of some of the finest cathedrals ever built.

Although expensive and rarely visited by budget travellers, Japan's urban centres offer glitzy nightlife and a door through which to explore the country's history.

Learn French & have fun in the heart of Paris.The ACCORD language school has top recommended courses. Accommodation ranges from the school residence to a grand Chateau!

New York City's Upper Manhattan has historic ties to the American Revolution war for independence. Here are tips to visiting some of the places used during this period.

The thriving art scene and quirky culture of Asheville attracts many tourists. Three interesting things to do add upscale fun to a luxury vacation in North Carolina.

A visit to Langres and the surrounding area offers a wealth of possibilities, from art to architecture and sightseeing to swimming.

Countless walking routes and trails follow mule tracks and shepherds' paths across Andalucia's stunning sierras, offering a perfect setting for mountain and hill walking.

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.

The history of architecture is a history filled with important people, people who pushed the art and science of architecture to its limits.

Follow a rich historical trail of American history in Flushing, Queens. Visit the Bowne and Quaker Meeting Houses, Underground RR stops. Don't miss a hot Chinese dumpling

Explore a Spanish fort, get out of jail and learn that Columbus didn't discover America, as costumed interpreters bring history to life in America's oldest city.

In Bruges: great music, beautiful architecture, pitch-perfect performances, operatic violence, and some of the funniest verbal fireworks this side of Quentin Tarantino.

As the final stop on The Way of St. James, Santiago de Compostela delivers history, Christianity, and personal achievement in the heart of Spain's most unique region.

The Mackintosh Building, arguably the best working art school space ever made, is now refurbished with a Mackintosh archive, chair museum and improved shopping facilities

The Mausoleum of Halicarnassus was a tomb built for Mausollos, a Persian governor, by his wife Artemisia II from 353 to 350 BC.

Anyone willing to get involved and try new things will find that there are plenty of unique experiences to be had in Melbourne.

Boston's famous museums and attractions are also Boston's best bargains, with a bit of planning. Here is an insider's guide to exploring Boston on a budget.

The Alnwick area in North Northumberland is a place of outstanding natural beauty. A land of unspoilt coastline, forests and castles sure to delight old and young alike.

Residents and tourists in Regina, Saskatchewan's capital city, can enjoy the sights and stay active by participating in the city's many self-guided walking tours.

Avignon is one of the major cities of Provence in the south of France and one of the most relaxed and beautiful.

These are some of the best movies to rent before a Venice vacation. Why not get in the mood with great films, including: Dramas, comedies, and travel shows.