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Most Beautiful Places in Greece

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Athens The Acropolis hill which dominates the city and where the mythical Parthenon is located. The city's fascinating museums, such as the Archaeological Museum and the Byzantine Museum, before discovering the lively atmosphere of its different neighborhoods. Crete Crete is the largest Greek island in the heart of the Mediterranean, which is said to have been home to one of the most brilliant civilizations. Nicknamed the 'Island of the Gods', Crete is full of places to discover, from the capital Heraklion to a plethora of natural and archaeological sites. Delphi Delphi is known for its oracle, who allegedly predicted the future. Located under the slopes of Mount Parnassus, the archaeological site is one of the most striking in the country, with the Temple of Apollo where the Pythia delivered her oracles, the theater, and the stadium. Epidaurus The theater of Epidaurus is also one of the must-visit places in Greece. Built in the 4th century BC and remarkably preserved, the ...

Beautiful Mountain Towns In The World

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Muscat, Oman Muscat,  Oman, offers one of the most spectacular panoramic views in the Middle East. Indeed, Oman’s port capital is located on the shores of the Gulf of Oman and surrounded by deserts and mountains with breathtakingly steep slopes. Wengen, Switzerland Beautiful Mountain Towns In The World (funnysparrow880.blogspot.com) Finding room for 10 Swiss cities on this list would be no challenge. Indeed, this tiny country is full of beautiful towns surrounded by postcard-perfect snow-capped mountains.Wengen sits at an altitude of  1,274 metres  (4,180 feet). While the car-free village is only accessible by train, its wooden houses, chalets, and hotels offer views o...
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Grand Prismatic Spring (Wyoming, USA): With a diameter of around 112 m (367 ft) and a depth of 37 m (121 ft), the Grand Prismatic Spring is known the world over for its brilliant colours. This hot spring gets its unusual colouring from various species of thermophiles, one of the most ancient life forms on earth. Heated by magma, water in the Grand Prismatic Spring reaches temperatures between 70 °C and 87 °C (158 °F and 189 °F). It is hottest in the middle. Gates of Hell (Turkmenistan): This site is not named the Gates of Hell for nothing. Located in Turkmenistan's Karakum desert, this gigantic crater has been burning since 1971. The site was not actually created by the devil. In fact, Soviet geologists discovered a gas pocket when drilling for oil. To avoid poisoning the local population with the gas they had released, they set fire to it. The only issue is that the fire hasn’t yet gone out. Mount Roraima (Venezuela, Brazil, and Guyana): Located on the border between Brazil, Venez...

The Most Beautiful Bridges In The World

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funnysparrow880.blogspot.com https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-V60RQZP1FM Bixby Bridge, California: Bixby Bridge is undoubtedly California's most “Instagrammable” human-made structure. Befittingly nicknamed the Golden Gate of Big Sur, Bixby spans a canyon at a height of 79 metres (260 feet), offering dizzying views of the Pacific Ocean. Columbia Icefield Skywalk, Canada: Visitors agree: Walking along this glass-floored pedestrian bridge in Alberta's Jasper National Park really gets your adrenalin pumping! What's more, the 280-metre-high (920-foot-high) transparent walkway provides a spectacular panoramic view of the Canadian Rockies. Nanpu Bridge, China: Shanghai's Nanp...

Most Expensive Private Planes

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Gulfstream G700 – USD $75 million The name “Gulfstream” is synonymous with private jets and their latest flagship model carries on their tradition of providing customers with a comfortable time in the skies all in the luxury of their very own plane. Don’t be fooled just because it’s the cheapest plane on this list. The G700 can come with up to five living areas and the whole plane can seat 19 passengers. Gulfstream has also boasted that the G700 is sustainable, from its aerodynamic design and engineering to its interior design, where you can choose leather alternatives or vegetable-dyed materials for the inside of the plane. Aside from the design and interior, the G700 also boasts a maximum range of 7,500 nautical miles (13,890 kilometres) with a maximum speed of 0.925 Mach. Airbus ACJ350 – USD $317 million An Airbus as a private jet? If you’ve got a little upwards of USD $300 mi...

The World’s Most Luxurious Hotels And Resorts

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  Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi: Located on a guests-only beach, Emirates Palace is one of the most opulent places to stay when indulging in the best of the UAE capital. Indeed, it’d be hard to find anything more extravagant than its eight restaurants run by world-renowned chefs, lush gardens, lavish spa, two swimming pools, and private marina. Il Sereno, Lake Como: Named the best hotel in Italy in 2021 by Travel + Leisure, Il Sereno features a penthouse where you can lounge on a large outdoor terrace overlooking the shores of the famous Lake Como. Its two bathrooms, dining room, media room, and private whirlpool tub guarantee blissful relaxation. The Ritz, Paris: The Ritz Paris will enchant those looking for classic opulence. Let this hotel transport you to a time of regal ambiance defined by unparalleled French elegance. With its sumptuous signature suites, the Ritz is perfect for experiencing the best of the City of Lights. Burj Al Arab, Dubai: The Burj Al Arab is more than just a ...

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