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Where The Size Doesn't Matter: Lengkuas Island
With a total area of less than one hectare, people say Lengkuas Island cannot compete with the more prominent and proud Bali Island. However, this tiny island of idyllic landscape, palm trees and white rocks has its own brand of beauty. If you... in: Indonesia  |
The British Territory That Saw Off The World’s Explorers: Gibraltar
At the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula is the British Territory of Gibraltar (since 1704). Mostly everyone knows its landmark, the famous Rock of Gibraltar which European Explorers sailed past in the Mediterranean on their way to conquer (... in: United Kingdom, Europe  |
The Historic Hostess City: Savannah
With an undeniable architectural legacy, a fast growing performing arts scene, Savannah is a name associated to American history maintained in a contemporary setting. The first state capital of the Province of Georgia was then one of the most... in: United States of America  |
Diversity Explosion: Yellowstone
Blazing not only when it comes to its volcanism, diverse in more than its famous megafauna, Yellowstone is widely regarded as the 1st National Park in the world. With untouched ecosystems, over 1000 archeological features and historical... in: United States of America  |
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Where Arctic and Mediterranean Unite: Aran Islands
Nicknamed the ''Sun of the West'', the Irish Aran Islands have the longest growing seasons because of their unusual climate where arctic can be found side by side with Mediterranean. Completely covered by ice during the last glaciation period,... in: Ireland  |
Attracting Nymphs And Chess Playing Fairies: Son Tra Peninsula
Homeland to the descendent of the dragons, Vietnam is a destinations where legends and fabulous creatures play a significant part in the culture as they are associated to the formation of the country's natural beauty. in: Vietnam |
Remembering The Kings Of Thomod: Ennis
Whether you heard the name Ennis in Dido's song ''Isobel'' or with reference to the descendents of king Brian Boru, the medieval streets of this attractive market town will bring you closer to what Irish culture deeply values. Once a regional... in: Ireland  |
Gardens Of Sensitivity And Symbolism : La Bambouseraie De Prafrance
In the world of plants, bamboo holds the record when it comes to growing. A symbol in many countries, used for multiple purposes, the exotic varied species are honored in the extravagance of the Bambouseraie de Prafrance. in: France |
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Irish Tradition In Lyrics: Doolin
Doolin is a small fishing village which aside from the raw countryside with magnificent surroundings including the Cliffs of Moher or the Doolin Cave is famed for being a muse. in: Ireland |
A French Monastery With Catalan Background: St Martin Du Canigou
Designated a Monument Historique in 1889, the old abbey of St. Martin du Canigou is believed to have been founded between 1005-1009. Exposing the Romanesque style developed in the Spanish region Catalonia in the 10th century, this French edifice... in: France  |
A Fortified Treasure: Castres
Derived from the Latin word ''castrum'' translated as ''fortified place'', the French destination where socialist leader Jean Jaures was born is one stop on the map for the ones interested in history, art or religion. Historically, Castres gained... in: France  |
The Thistle Capital: Nancy
Nicknamed the ''capitale de l'Est'' (the capital of the East), Nancy has been competing with the present capital city Paris starting with the 19th century when it grew to be an important center of art and architecture. Famous for being the... in: France  |
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Rock Shaped Legends: Belogradchik Rocks
Declared a Natural Landmark by the Bulgarian government in 1987, the Belogradchick Rocks are a complex of bizzarely shaped giants which become animated by local legends. Formations like Adam and Eve, the Mushrooms, the Madonna or the goddess... in: Bulgaria  |
''Not French, Not Brenton, but Malouins'': St-Malo
The appeal of St. Malo does not resume to the fact that it is considered Brittany's most visited place. Guided by the motto ''not French, not Brenton, but Malouins'', this French destination and its medieval walls is the former home of the... in: France  |
The Birthplace Of The Emperor: Ajaccio
Napoleon Bonaparte was a famous military genius, a political leader, an emperor of France and a world renown cultural icon. A primary symbol in the country of the Eiffel Tower, Napoleon was born in the city Ajaccio. Carrying a Latin name with an... in: France  |
Free Spirited Gardens of Ireland: Wicklow
Part of the Mid-Eastern region in the green country of Blarney Stone and leprechauns, Wicklow is referred by the locals as the last of the traditional counties of Ireland. in: Ireland |
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The Daffodil of South West England: Isles Of Scilly
The Isles of Scilly featured as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of South West England are an archipelago where blooming daffodils are a symbol, the countryside is the home of numerous bird species and the nature here has won the Area of... in: United Kingdom  |
The Marble City Of Tenacious Fighters: Kilkenny
With its first major settlement dating since the 6th century, Kilkenny Ireland developed into a town full of historic buildings where cultural is an attribute of craft and design workshops as well as for public gardens or museums. in: Ireland |
The Seaweedy Eden: Caladesi Island State Park in Clearwater
The seaweed brought by the foaming waves on the delicate sand may not be everybody's delight and this sight may lead to the conclusion that the beach is not clean enough. Looking at it from a different perspective, the seashore with seaweed... in: United States of America  |
Cultural Imprints of the ''Rising Dragon'': Hanoi
Whether we recognize Vietnam in its incredible legends about dragons, the delicious taste of the Pho or as the home of the largest cave in the world, this country has so much of the impressive. in: Vietnam |
