Calaceite (Aragon)

Calaceite (Aragon) is the beautifuly  vilage in Spain with perfect design and its mmore attractive

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Berlin-Germany

Berlin

Berlin is the capital of Germany, and one of the 16 states of Germany. With a population of 3.5 million people, Berlin is Germany's largest city. It is the second most populous city proper and the seventh most populous urban area in the European Union. Located in northeastern Germany on the banks of Rivers Spree and Havel, it is the centre of the Berlin-Brandenburg Metropolitan Region, which has about six million residents from over 180 nations. Due to its location in the European Plain, Berlin is influenced by atemperate seasonal climate. Around one-third of the city's area is composed of forests, parks, gardens, rivers and lakes... you can watch the video for berlin

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Vienna ;)

Vienna  is the capital and largest city of Austria, and one of the nine states of Austria. Vienna is Austria's primary city, with a population of about 1.8 million 2.6 million within themetropolitan area, nearly one third of Austria's population), and its cultural, economic, and political centre. It is the6th-largest city by population within city limits in the European Union. Until the beginning of the 20th century it was the largest German-speaking city in the world, and before the splitting of the Austro-Hungarian Empire in World War I the city had 2 million inhabitants.   

The English name Vienna is borrowed from the Italian name Vienna. "Vienna" and the official German name Wien, and the names of the city in most languages, are thought to be derived from the Celtic word "windo-", meaning bright or fair – as in the Irish "fionn" and the Welsh "gwyn" – but opinions vary on the precise origin. Some claim that the name comes from Vedunia, meaning "forest stream," which subsequently became Venia, Wienne and Wien. Others claim that the name comes from the Roman settlement of Celtic name Vindobona (Celtic "windo-bona"), probably meaning "white base/bottom [land]," which became Vindovina, Vídeň (Czech) and Wien.

The name of the city in Hungarian (Bécs), Serbian, Croatian and Bosnian (Beč) and Ottoman Turkish (Beç) appears to have a different, Slavonic origin, and originally referred to an Avar fort in the area.^[32] In Slovene, the city is called Dunaj, which in other Central European Slavic languages means the Danube River, on which it is located.

Vienna is located in northeastern Austria, at the easternmost extension of the Alps in the Vienna Basin. The earliest settlement, at the location of today's inner city, was south of the meandering Danube while the city now spans both sides of the river. Elevation ranges from 151 to 524 m (495 to 1,719 ft).

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Shangri-La Hotel is located along Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai, 10 minutes' drive from Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa. This 5-star hotel boasts 2 swimming pools, an extensive health club and 8 dining options.

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• 108 Sheikh Zayed Road - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
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Tirana Albania

Tirana  is the capital of Albania.

A view of downtown Tirana from Skytower

Sulejman Pasha Bargjini, a native feudal lord from Mullet, established the city in 1614. His first constructions were a mosque, a bakery and a hamam (Turkish bath). On February 8, 1920 Tirana was made the temporary capital by the Congress of Lushnje, and it was proclaimed the permanent capital on December 31, 1925.
Tourists usually find Tirana a beautiful and charming city, where cosmopolitan and small town feelings are intertwined with a lively night life. However, Tirana suffers from pollution problems mainly due to the rapid increase in cars in the city and continuous construction. Long gone are the days when Tirana used to be subject to power outages almost daily and this made Tirana a noisy city as the lack of power and lack of traffic lights had cars navigating by honking their horns.

Places in Tirana Albania

Et'hem Bey Mosque & Clock Tower

International Centre of Culture (former Enver Hoxha museum), known also as Piramida

Small park in downtown Tirana

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Travel Destination: Skopje, Macedonia

Skopje Macedonia center

For a new visitor to Macedonia, or the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM), every corner offers many surprises. Let’s take Skopje, the capital city, as an example. In the center you can feel the real greatness and this impression is stimulated by majestic statues, especially the one in the main square, called “Warrior on a Horse,” which is usually paralleled with Alexander the Great. This greatness is felt most strongly during the night, when all the monuments and beautifully reconstructed buildings are lit up. It has its share of critics, who refer to delusions of grandeur, but personally I was really impressed by this grand picture of Skopje.

Just cross the Vardar River, take a few steps outside the central area, and you will enter into the Old Bazaar, which collected its features from Ottoman and Byzantine Empires. It is considered as the largest in the Balkans and the next biggest after Istanbul in Europe. You can find anything you desire here: good food both in hip bars and local eateries, interesting nightlife, very particular Macedonian souvenirs, traditional apparel and footwear shops, museums and galleries.

Are you looking for splendid nature? Then go to Matka Canyon, located just twenty kilometers outside the city center: emerald waters, surrounded by wooded mountains, secret caves, and solitary monasteries will easily touch everyone’s heart. “Nobody actually knows how deep this canyon really is,” a Macedonian woman once told me.

I was so impressed by the hospitality and helpfulness of local people. Don’t be surprised if after taking out your map in the street somebody immediately stops on the way to explain how to reach the destination you are looking for. The super cheap hostel will provide a free welcoming glass of wine, or the owner of the apartment which you booked will treat you to a cup of tea and carefully explain everything about the town. By the way, all the locals I met on my way spoke fluent English.

Locals are always assuring you that everywhere in Macedonia is really safe, and even coming back home alone at night won’t create any danger. Generally speaking, I always felt safe in Skopje, but I couldn’t understand the phenomenon of many dark streets outside the brightly lit central area: these ones I wanted to cross as fast as possible.

Skopje offers a perfect mix of history, today’s modernity, strong Balkan charm, really impressive nature and warm friendliness for solo travelers. In general, I would say that Macedonia is a perfect solo travel destination. First of all, locals are really helpful and very easily involve themselves in friendly communication with foreigners. Secondly, it is a very inexpensive country to travel. As solo travelers we know that travelling alone is more expensive because you cannot share the price for accommodation, car rental, and other similar things with your fellow traveler. But, in Macedonia you can fully allow yourself everything, even if you need to pay all by yourself.

Macedonia, in fact the whole Balkan region, is a very attractive destination for curious solo travelers. So, booking the right accommodation, where many other solo travelers are staying, may give you a very international experience too. I remember stumbling upon one lovely hostel located just a few minutes on foot outside the Skopje center, which was filled up only with solo wanderers from all around the world.

Old Bazaar Skopje

he Old Bazaar  in Skopje is situated on the eastern bank of the Vardar River, stretching from the Stone Bridge to the Bit-Pazar and from the Skopje Fortress to the Serava river. The Old Bazaar falls primarily within the borders of Čair Municipalityand is a protected national landmark.

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Turkey Istanbul

Istanbul

Istanbul is truly a world city, a city which everyone should visit at least once in their lifetime. It is an enchanting blend of Eastern and Western culture, a vibrant, modern city, with a unique identity. Its rich past coexists alongside its youthful exuberance. Although no longer the capital of Turkey, Istanbul still remains the country’s cultural and business centre.

The layout of Istanbul can seem confusing at first. The Bosphorus divides the city into the European and Asian sides, linked by two magnificient bridges, spanning the continents, the first of which was opened in 1973 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Republic. Most visitors to the city, staying for a few days, will have little reason to visit the Asian side, except for as part of a Bosphorus tour, on a boat which zigzags from side to side, to take in the best of each. The European side, however, is also divided in two by the Golden Horn or Haliç, which roughly divides the historic part of old Istanbul, encompassing the areas of, Sultanahmet and Laleli, from the modern city. It is crossed by a number of bridges, the most famous of which is the pontoon, the Galata Bridge. Most visitors on short city breaks stay in the old town as the vast majority of the sites which they will be visiting are in this area. Istanbul’s most famous sites – The Blue Mosque, Aya Sofya (Hagia Sophia), Topkapı Sarayı (Palace) and the Grand Bazaar (Kapalı Çarşı) – are all within a 30 minute walk of each other. It is easy to get around on foot or by making use of the tram, which provides a regular service on the pedestrianised main street. In terms of accommodation, there are now a number of characterful boutique hotels in the area of Sultanahmet, many of which are restored Ottoman wooden mansions. These are ideal for those who really want to savour the authentic atmosphere of the Old Town. Those on a budget, may want to consider the more modern, and competitively priced hotels of the Laleli district, although this area is much busier.

The Bosphorus

Some of Istanbul’s finest vistas are to be seen from the Bosphorus. If you have time it is well worth spending at least half a day viewing the sights and savouring the atmosphere. You can take a guided tour on a small boat, or Turkish Maritime Lines (TDI) runs a good value public ferry service which leaves two or three times a day and does the full round trip as far as Anadolu Kavağı, the nearest village to the Black Sea on the Asian side, and back to Eminönü. It is a charming place, known for its fish restaurants, and the walk up to the ruined fortress overlooking the village, is well worth it for the stunning views. As you leave from Eminönü you can benefit from some beautiful views back towards the old town with its evocative skyline of turreted roofs and minarets. As you head towards the Black Sea you will pass the Dolmabahçe Palace, Beylerbeyi Palace and the 15th century fortresses built by Mehmet II, Rumeli Hisarı and Anadolu Hisarı. Also look out for the stunning wooden Ottoman mansions, many of which have been renovated and form some of the city’s most desirable residences. Even if you don’t have time for a Bosphorus trip just take one of the distinctive city ferries for a quick trip from Eminönü to the Asian shores and back – to Üsküdar for example, just to admire the views of the old town.

The Princes Islands

Those who are staying for a little longer in Istanbul, should really set aside a day to visit these charming islands in the sea of Marmara, just off the coast of Istanbul. The picturesque scenery of wooded hills, charming beaches and authentic Ottoman mansions, combined with the tranquil atmosphere, make for a pleasant contrast to the city itself. Easily reached by ferry or hydrofoil, the ambience of the islands seems worlds away. Büyük Ada, or “Big Island” is the most popular with visitors. No cars are allowed but you can take a trip in a horse and carriage to visit the Monastery of St. George.

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The 10 Most Romantic Places in the World

Here is the beautiful  10 places in world

For nature lovers: Ladera Hotel

Soufriere, St. Lucia

For Downton Abbey fanatics: Ashford Castle

Cong, Ireland

Hamilton island

For peace lover Bow Bridge, Central Park

New York, NY

For hopeless romantics: Fern Grotto

Kauai, Hawaii

something magical: Puerto Mosquito

Vieques, Puerto Rico

For traditional romance: Four Seasons Hotel George V

Paris, France

 Grotta Palazzese Hotel

Polignano A Mare, Italy

the adventurous: Victoria Falls

Zambia, Southern Africa

 Quebec City, Canada

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