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Posted by admin on Nov 14, 2011

Arc De Triomf – Barcelona

Built for 1888 Universal exhibition, Arc de Triomf or Triumphal Arch in English is an archway structure tourist’s keep visiting it in Barcelona, Spain. This arch designed by the architect Josp Vilaseca I Casanovas served as the main access gate of the exhibition. This arch is built in reddish brickwork in the Moorish Revival style wherein stone sculptures were carved at the front and back of it. The...

Posted by admin on Nov 7, 2011

Dublin Castle

Years back until the year 1992, the Dublin Castle housed the British government in Ireland. It became the center of British government from 1171-1541 during the peak of Lordship in Ireland, from 1541-1800 during the Kingdom of Ireland, and from 1800-1922 during the time of United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland. The building was built during the time of the first Lord of Ireland, King John. ...

Posted by admin on Nov 7, 2011

Tower of London

The Tower of London was first constructed at the opening of the 11th century by William the conqueror. The tower grew in size during the 13th century and was transformed into the massive stronghold that stands proud today. The Tower’s most famous claim is that it houses the immortal collection of Crown Jewels. Tower of London Building of the Tower of London began in 1070 under the supervision of...

Posted by admin on Nov 7, 2011

Mini-Europe – Brussels

Found near the base of the mesmerizing Atomium (which is a steel monument in Brusselsthat was built for the city’s 1958 World Fair) is the Mini Europe or Mini Europa as it is called in Brussels. The only thing is, these mini versions of the real deals are just one-twenty-fifth the size of the originals. If you’ve never been to an attraction quite like the Mini Europe Park in Brussels, you really should...

Posted by admin on Nov 7, 2011

Berlin Wall

A famous structure that divides the city to east and west is known as the Berlin Wall. This wall also served as the symbol of the Cold War. The government of the DDR constructed it so as to prevent East Germans from going to the West. In 1989, when the border between East and West Berlin opened, majority of the Berlin wall had been destroyed. Berlin after the War Germany lost during World War II and it...

Posted by admin on Nov 4, 2011

Parthenon – Athens

The Parthenon is surrounded by a lot of sacred objects as well as beautiful offerings. Pausanias reported the tiny shrine of land where a statue is of this minor divinity is placed appealing to Zeus for rain, which stands at the middle of the temple of Athena and the Erechtheion. One of the biggest problems faced by the inhabitants in Attica is drought. At present, this area is a square base which has...

Posted by admin on Nov 4, 2011

Van Gogh Museum – Amsterdam

Amsterdam is famous for the Van Gogh Museum. It is mainly devoted to the work and life of the most famous Dutch impressionist artist. It also features most of the extensive collection of his works anywhere in the world. But aside from that the museum also showcases Vincent’s contemporary works. This makes it a very popular museum and will give you a personally touching experience. The presentation of...

Posted by admin on Oct 21, 2011

Eiffel Tower – Paris

Paris and perhaps France’s most iconic national symbol, the world’s most distinguishable landmark- The Eiffel Tower was once the world’s tallest man-made structure. As a Parisian has once said, you’ve never visited Paris if you haven’t seen in person the Eiffel Tower. Even if you haven’t set foot in the tower or been in the nearby grounds, you can still see it imposing atop the Parisian...