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Dresden, Germany, is known as the Florence on the Elbe. It is because it's a beautiful, vibrant riverfront city. Guest will love exploring the city as they can admire the many Baroque and Rococo architecture. Guests should not miss seeing the Frauenkirche Dresden, a stunning Protestant church. Guests will also love the city due to its quiet and scenic atmosphere. Florence on the Elbe Zwinger Zwinger is the perfect place for those who want to be transported back in time as it features architecture design dating back to the 17th century. It is located in Germany and is considered to be the country's most notable Baroque structure as its architecture is really captivating and beautiful. Visitors would surely have a good time admiring the building and would feel as if they are living in the 17th century when looking at the Zwinger. Augustus Bridge Connecting the Innere Neustadt to the historic city center in the south, the Augustus Bridge has one of the most iconic outlines in the...

funnysparrow880.blogspot.com The Lascaux cave and its famous prehistoric paintings have been closed to tourists since 1967. Today, many popular archeological sites are partially restricted or, in some cases, completely off-limits to tourists. Machu Picchu, Peru The famous Inca site has been suffering for years under the weight of its huge popularity. As of 2019, visitors must be accompanied by a guide and must only use trails designated by the Peruvian government and UNESCO. In 2016, this high-altitude, five-hectare (12-acre) South American historic property was added to UNESCO’s list of endangered World Heritage sites. Stonehenge, England In 1977, visitors to the world’s most famous circle of stones lost the right to walk freely among the monoliths. In an effort to preserve the site, ropes have since been installed around the prehistoric sanctuary, so  getting within touching distance  is impossible. Even modern-day Druids don’t risk getting too close. Chichén Itzá,  Me...

funnysparrow880.blogspot.com Capital of Latvia, Riga is well known for its beautiful Art Nouveau architecture. The historic city is filled with tourist attractions including some UNESCO world heritage sites. The city features many great restaurants and has a vibrant nightlife scene. Major attractions include the Open Air Museum in Riga, Riga Zoo, Nativity Cathedral, and Riga Motor Museum among others. 1. Riga Central Market: Riga Central Market, located in Riga, Latvia, is the perfect place for those who love shopping as they can buy various goods ranging from delicious delicacies to vibrant clothing. The UNESCO World Heritage site includes this market due to the beautiful and historic buildings surrounding it. Visitors will love strolling around and admiring the scenery at the market. Tourist hotspots in Riga that live up to the hype (funnysparrow880.blogspot.com) 2. Latvian Ethnographic Open Air Museum: Latvian Ethnographic Open Air Museum, located in Riga, Latvia, is a must-visit de...

The National Aquarium: Home to award-winning exhibits and more than 20,000 animals and 800 species, the aquarium offers meaningful experiences through its curated offerings. The National Aquarium is well known for its science-based education programs and several other educational initiatives as well as hands on experiences that let you truly appreciate the beauty of the underseas.  B&O Railroad Museum Originally named the Baltimore & Ohio Transportation Museum, it opened its doors way back on July 4, 1953. By 2002, it already garnered a total of 160,000 visitors annually. The museum holds more than 120 full-sized locomotives and other railroad memorabilia. Its actual location in the original site of the historic Mt. Clare shops made it even more remarkable. Edgar Allan Poe House And Museum: A national historic landmark, Poe's house preserves the memories of the great artist. Much of the interior as well as exteriors have been maintained in their original state from the 1833...

The most amazing attractions in Antalya (funnysparrow880.blogspot.com) 1. Aqualand Aqualand, located in Antalya, Turkey, is not your ordinary waterpark as it also features a spa aside from pools and twirling slides. Visitors who are not into splashing around and swimming in the pool will love the park as it also offers a Turkish bath and massage rooms. Indeed, the park offers something for everyone. 2. Hadrian's Gate The Hadrian’s Gate is built as a tribute to the Roman emperor Hadrian, who visited the city of Attaleia in 130CE. The gate has three entry arches rising above four pylons and a tower standing on either side. The gate is built in the walls surrounding the city and harbor and has been a major gateway to the city. Today, it is the only surviving structure in the walls of the city. 3. Antalya Museum The Antalya Museum has 13 exhibition halls with an open-air gallery covering an area of 7000 meters square with over 12,000 artifacts of the Mediterranean and Pamphylia region...

Jericho, West Bank The ancient city of Jericho, located in the West Bank on the shores of the Dead Sea, is widely considered the oldest in the world. First settled by Neolithic hunter-gatherers, by 8000 BCE Tell es-Sultan—as it is also known—had grown to a sizable town enclosed by a stone wall. The wall would be rebuilt many times as successive civilizations rose and fell, providing an important window into the evolution of humanity’s earliest urban settlements. Damascus, Syria The ancient city of Damascus in Syria, a World Heritage Site, is one of the oldest in the world. Evidence of human settlement may date as far back as 10,000 BCE. Seated at the crossroads between Asia and Africa, Damascus rose to prominence as a trade centre around 3000 BCE. Despite receiving little precipitation, it has been called “the Pearl of the East” thanks to its lush vegetation, sustained by a com...

Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump, Alberta A UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site, Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump in southern Alberta showcases the province’s diverse landscape—from plains to foothills to rocky peaks—and “preserves and interprets over 6,000 years of Plains Buffalo culture.” Tofino, British Columbia The small coastal community of Tofino is a popular summer destination for surfers, hikers, whale watchers, and anyone who loves wilderness. Set on the traditional territory of the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nations, Tofino offers the full B.C. experience: fresh seafood, gorgeous coastline, and funky West Coast culture. Canadian Rockies, B.C.-Alberta border Arguably the crown jewel of Canada, the ethereal Canadian Rockies straddle British Columbia and Alberta. Here the fog stretches through the snow-capped peaks as far as the eye can see. This captivating shot was taken from a helicopter by photographer Victor Liu, who described the scene as a “paradise.” Copper mine, British Columbia N...