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Things to do in Dublin
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meganeaves
Overview - When most people think of Dublin, they envision stout beer and friendly people. But the Irish capital is also a mecca of arts and cultural activities, including the national museums, the Irish Film Institute and a host of art galleries.
Breakfast - You’ll begin with a cup of coffee and a fresh scone at one of the many branches of Insomnia Coffee Company around Dublin. Their brews are always tasty and strong and the baked goods are light and refreshing – and everything for an affordable price.
Morning - Take the morning to explore the Museum of Ireland, which is actually a network of several museums around the city. Starting out at the Archaeology Museum on Kildare St., you’ll discover treasures from the Medieval and Viking ages in Ireland and view their collection of ancient gold ornaments. Virtually next door is the National Gallery of Ireland, which houses paintings by several famous European artists, including Jack B. Yeats and continue reading ...
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Things to do in Budapest
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meganeaves
Budapest is an ancient city with a lot to offer visitors in terms of traditional tourist sites. Today, though, we’re going to explore Budapest’s rich artistic heritage by taking in some opera and art, which come a dime a dozen in the Hungarian capital. continue reading ...
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Things to do in Granada
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ahsalhn
This ancient city located at the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountain range is the last bastion of Moorish Spain in its heydays will have the intrepid traveler spoilt for choice. One might not realize that while considering Granada for your next holidays, you can opt to bask in a bit of history, frolic in the sunny Mediterranean coast and even go skiing on the Sierra Nevada mountain range, all within one day! How’s that for choice? However, I didn’t get to do all those because there’s so much to do in Granada itself. Probably on my next visit, I’ll try to get a bit of sun and snow! continue reading ...
Tags: History, Citadel, moors, architecture, Culture
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Things to do in Córdoba
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ahsalhn
Córdoba, one of Spain’s famous medieval cities, had seen its share of Roman governors, Muslim caliphates and Christian kings leaving their trails of culture and history, all waiting to be discovered by the modern visitors. Listed as one of UNESCO’s World Heritage Site, it still maintains the old world charm without being overwhelmingly ‘touristy’. The streets and squares of old Córdoba are best explored on foot, offering visitors with endless awe-inspiring moments, with most attractions in the old city takes between 10 to 20 minutes of delightful walking, I promise! continue reading ...
Tags: History, romans, moors, architecture, Culture
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Things to do in London
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jill
Picture double-decker buses, tea with crumpets, and upscale shops, and you have pictured your day in London. continue reading ...
Tags: Single Women, Theater, Culture