Tagged With "castle"
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Re: The beautiful and charming town, Gjirokastra
Great piece on a country been wanting to see for some time!Are there any precautions for eating the food or for the drinking water in Albania?
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Re: The beautiful and charming town, Gjirokastra
Originally Posted by My Thatched Hut: Great article. Thank you. Would like to go. Thank you. It is a great destination, combining history, beautiful surroundings, friendly people and tasty food. Feel free to read my other post from Albania on www.travellinn.net to plan a full round trip.
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Re: The beautiful and charming town, Gjirokastra
Originally Posted by PHeymont: Thanks for a fascinating look...and especially for adding to my sense of the breadth and depth of Islamic involvement in what we so often think of as a European culture based on Christian/Jewish roots alone. My recent visits in southern France, Spain and the Greek islands have been reminders of how much more diverse our roots are than, possibly, even our present! Thanks. I think it is important to know a bit about the places you visit, to understand the...
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Re: The beautiful and charming town, Gjirokastra
Originally Posted by Travel Rob: Great piece on a country been wanting to see for some time!Are there any precautions for eating the food or for the drinking water in Albania? Thanks! Regarding food, I basically like to try everything I have never eaten before. That meant quite a few things in Albania, without being sick. The tap water is said not to be the best so I mostly bought bottled, but I have been drinking water in taps along the road coming down from the mountains without any problems.
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Re: Copenhagen: More Than Nyhavn and The Little Mermaid
Thank you Caroline for sharing. Very comprhensive and I look forward to taking your info when I visit!
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Re: Copenhagen: More Than Nyhavn and The Little Mermaid
Ah, the regrets you've given me! I spent a pleasant nearly-a-week in Copenhagen a few years ago, and now you remind me of all the things that couldn't fit into the time...No cure but to go back. Seriously, thanks for a great insight into a fascinating city!
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Re: Copenhagen: More Than Nyhavn and The Little Mermaid
wonderful, wonderful....another one to add to the list....thank you
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Re: Copenhagen: More Than Nyhavn and The Little Mermaid
I think it's a great and informative post!. I've yet to visit Copenhagen, but can see you'd need most of a week here, including day trips. Sounds like a perfect one 7-10 day get away destination.
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Re: Copenhagen: More Than Nyhavn and The Little Mermaid
P.S....for those with a little more time, about 40 minutes past Malmo is Ystad, a medieval town that is setting and home to the Wallender detective series.
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Re: Copenhagen: More Than Nyhavn and The Little Mermaid
Thank you for your comments, glad you enjoyed! There is so much to do here in Copenhagen that I've lived here 6 months and still have a long list of places left to visit. I hope you all get the opportunity to experience Copenhagen again, whether for the first time or a return visit.
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The Magic Worlds of Sintra
On our third day in Portugal, we took the train to Sintra. Sintra is such a wonderful, beautiful little town. Even walking around Sintra felt magical—just look at the city hall building, or the charming little sidewalk! ...
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Smithsonian reopens historic D.C. building
The Smithsonian Institution is reopening its historic 1881 Arts and Industries Building, at least for special events. Not the famous "Smithsonian Castle," but similar in style and almost as old, Arts and Industries closed for renovation in 2004....
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November 15, 2017: Liechtenstein Castle, Lower Austria
Professor Abe shares images of a lovely castle built in the 12th century by the Liechtenstein (yes, the ones with the tiny country named after them).
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Aug. 24, 2017: Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse, Disneyland
This attractive bronze statue titled "Partners" depicts Walt Disney standing next to and holding the hand of his most famous creation, Mickey Mouse.
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Dec. 4, 2019: Gargoyles of Wawel Hill, Krakow
DrFumblefinger was impressed with the collection of gargoyles he spotted while exploring the Wawel Castle in Krakow.
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Hearst Castle (Where Gumbo was #356)
Gumbo was visiting Hearst Castle, the famous publisher's favorite place, and now open to the public.
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Florida's Unique Coral Castle (Where Gumbo was #359)
DrFumblefinger visits the unsual "Coral Castle" in southern Florida. The place was crafted of coral rock over a thirty-year period by a single man.
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June 17, 2020: Scotty's Castle, Death Valley
DrFumblefinger visits Scotty's Castle in Death Valley on a clear winter's day.
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February 25, 2020: Predjama Castle, Slovenia
DrFumblefinger visits Predjama Castle in Slovenia. It's the world's largest "cave castle."
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day. Sept. 8, 2013: Portuguese "Castle In The Sky"
Portugal's answer to Bavaria's fairy-tale castles (and to Disney!), the Pena Palace sits high on a mountaintop above the town of Sintra, and above the 10th-century Moorish Castle that guarded it. The palace was built in the second half of...
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Frontier quits; Delaware only state with no flights
Now departing...and not returning. Frontier leaves Wilmington flightless. Delaware is now the only U.S. state with no scheduled air service, as ultra-low-cost carrier Frontier Airlines pulled the plug on its last (and already...
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December 12, 2015: Warkworth, Northumberland
Aerial views of Warkworth and its Castle, Northumberland, England
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Church of the Holy Spirit, Heidelberg (Where Gumbo Was #125)
The Heiliggeistkirche, to give it its German name, is the most imposing church in Heidelberg; it stands out above the Altstadt (Old City) section of the city so distinctively that I dared not include an exterior view among the clues. I make amends...
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Heidelberg Castle: Where Gumbo Was (#135)
This week, Gumbo was hanging out at what might be called the capital of Romantic Germany, Heidelberg Castle. It’s among the most important Renaissance structures north of Italy, and one of the foundations of Heidelberg’s tourist industry....
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From Brasov to Bran Castle and Rasnov
Transylvania. Dracula pops up in most people’s minds when they hear that word, and with good reason. Bram Stoker’s novel took place in Transylvania, but the writer himself actually never visited Romania. Although there are...
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Alnwick Castle, England
Alnwick Castle is the second largest inhabited castle in the England; home to the Duke of Northumberland's family, the Percys, for over 700 years. Combining magnificent medieval architecture with sumptuous Italianate State Rooms,...
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March 11, 2015: Lindisfarne Castle, Northumberland
Aerial views of the Holy Island of Lindisfarne , Northumberland, England.
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January 9, 2016: Dunstanburgh Castle, Northumberland
Aerial views of Dunstanburgh Castle, Northumberland, England.
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April 26, 2018: Kilchurn Castle, Scotland.
Ian Cook shares the history of Kilchurn Castle in the Scottish Highlands, along with some memorable monochrome images.
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Dunstaffnage Castle, Scotland
Ian Cook shares beautiful images and a detailed history of Dunstaffnage Castle. Built in the 13th century, it is one of the oldest castles in Scotland and has stood witness to many of the country's key historic events.
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Castle Stalker, Scotland
A medieval castle in one of the most picturesque settings in Europe, Ian Cook shares the story and beautiful photo-essay of Castle Stalker.
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June 15, 2018: Aerial views of Bamburgh
Ian Cook shares some aerial views of the town of Bamburgh, including its famous castle.
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April 6, 2018: Jubilee Bridge, Loch Linnhe
Ian Cook shares images of the Jubilee Bridge, and some of the prettiest scenery to be found in Scotland.
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Historic Battery Park, Lower Manhattan, NY
A visit with Samantha to a park with a history as long as New York's, and a large variety of things to see.
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May 22, 2018: Castle Caerphilly, Wales
Dr. Jon shares an iconic image from southern Wales as today's Pic of the Day.
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Bratislava: An overlooked travel destination
(Bratislava's Slovak National Theater) Bratislava, capitol of land-locked Slovakia, was not what I expected. It’s an old city whose history goes back to well before the time of Christ, including envelopment into the Hungarian and...
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Strasbourg & Route Du Vin
My son, his girlfriend, and I spent four nights in lovely Strasbourg. We picked a perfect apartment right on Quai St. Nicholas (5 minute walk into town), which you can check out on booking.com here . Our friendly hostess (who speaks...
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Step Back in Time With a Stay in Ireland’s Kinnitty Castle
Before I jump into the old-world authenticity that a couple of days at an Irish gothic revival castle can offer, let me give you a little background on Kinnitty Castle in County Offaly, Ireland. (the front of Kinnity Castle) ...
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Harbottle Castle, Northumberland
Harbottle Castle is a ruined medieval castle in the village of Harbottle, Northumberland. The present castle was built about 1160.
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September 9, 2016: Paphos Castle, Cyprus
Ian Cook shares some dusk and evening photos of historic Paphos Castle in Cyprus.
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January 18, 2017: Sunrise at Bamburgh Castle, Northumberland
Today's post from View from the Chair Photography is of a sunrise at Bamburgh Castle,Northumberland
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December 2, 2016: Frangokastello Castle, Crete
Ian Cook shares photos and the colorful history of this castle, situated in a relatively remote part of Crete.
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Dozza, Italy: City of Art and History
Jonathan L takes us on a tour of Dozza, Italy. Home to a biennial art festival and a medieval castle
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Lego Store, NYC: Only the Best is Good Enough
Samantha and her husband stumbled upon a Lego store while strolling around Manhattan. She was amazed at all the different types and colors of Lego.
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Our Sound of Music Tour in Salzburg, Austria - Part One
Samantha and her husband had a wonderful time exploring some of the sights from the Sound of Music. Today she shares Part 1 of their tour.
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May 23, 2019: Daffodils at Warkworth Castle, Northumberland
Ian Cook shares photos of a magnificent growth of daffodils at Warkworth Castle
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Gumbo Pic of the Day, Nov. 20, 2013: Sintra's Moorish Castle
High on the hills above Sintra, Portugal, the Moorish Castle guarded the town from invaders, starting in the 8th century, during the early years of Moorish rule on the Iberian peninsula. Today it is a popular attraction for tourists, with spectacular...
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The Legend of Vlad the Impaler (Dracula)
Everyone is wondering when the legend of Dracula came in the public attention for the first time and if this legend has something to do with Vlad the Impaler- the prince of Wallachia. Well the legend starts when this man Vlad the Impaler was chosen by the well-known writer Bram Stoker to be the leading hero for his book published in 1897. Since then, Dracula and Transylvania, the land where the mysterious castle full of ghosts and vampires is located, became the subject of many movies, over...
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A Visit to Ireland: (Part 10) Northern Ireland's Antrim Coast
Rivaling the magnificent Dingle Peninsula or Ring of Kerry for scenic beauty, the Antrim Coast is one of Ireland's most popular tourist destinations. We've previously discussed Portrush and the ...