The archipelago under the Kingdom of Spain, in the Atlantic Ocean, off the north-western coast of Africa is known as Canary Islands or Canaries. Forming an autonomous community of Spain, the Canary Islands are located near Morocco, Cape Verde, and the Portuguese archipelagos of the Azores Islands and Madeira Islands.
The Canary Islands are mainly comprised of seven major islands including El Hierro, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, La Gomera, La Palma, Lanzarote, and Tenerife. These islands are the major tourist attractions of the Canaries. The Canaries also include minor islands of La Graciosa and Lobos.
The Canary Islands have been part of Spain since 1479. The Canary Islands constitute two provinces of Spain – Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Las Palmas. Santa Cruz de Tenerife includes Tenerife, La Palma, La Gomera, and El Hierro. Las Palmas includes Gran Canaria (Grand Canary), Lanzarote, and Fuerteventura.
Geographically, having volcanic origin, the Canaries are rugged and mountainous. Pico del Teide or Mt. Teide (Tenerife), 3718 metres above sea level, is the highest point on the Canary Islands and Spain as well. The Islands are famous for that arresting aureate beaches, spectacular lunar reminiscent volcanic landscapes, sunshiny climate, serene scenic beauty, and mesmeric ocean views.
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It’s the second-largest of the Hawaiian Islands; it’s one of the most beautiful of the Sandwich Islands; it’s the “Valley Isle”; it is Maui!
Maui is an island in the northwest of Hawaiian Islands. Maui is separated by the Alenuihaha Channel from the island of Hawaii, and separated by the Pailolo Channel from Molokai. Maui is comprised of two mountain masses that constitute the east and west peninsulas, connected by an isthmus. The Haleakala volcano in Haleakala National Park is the highest point on the island.
Maui was discovered by the British Captain James Cook on November 26, 1778. Maui is part of Maui County, the other islands comprising the county being L?nai, Kahoolawe, and Molokai. Kahului, Wailuku, L?hain?, and K?hei are the important towns of Maui.
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Your destination for lofty architectures, majestic mansions, charming canals, fantabulous shopping malls, luxury hotels, wonderful bars & restaurants, vibrant nightlife, and sensual pleasures — Amsterdam is fantastic city situated on the point where the small bifurcated Amstel River is joined by a sluice dam, built in 1240; it’s from this the city has got its name “Amste-r-dam”.
Sitting on the banks of two bodies of water; the IJ bay and the Amstel River in Netherlands, Amsterdam was founded as small fishing village in the late 12th century. However, the modern Amsterdam is the largest city and official capital of the Netherlands. The Dutch Capital is the financial and cultural hub of the country.
Amsterdam is a wonderful vacation destination full of tourist attractions including canals, the architectures, nightlife, the Red Light District, museums & art galleries, zoos, botanical gardens, parks, scenic countryside, windmills, and many more.
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The City of Lilies – Florence is one of the most beautiful cities of the world. Located in the central Italy on the Arno River, at the foot of the Apennines, east of Pisa, the heart of Tuscany – Florence – is the capital city of Tuscany, the region in the northwest Italy surrounded by Apennines, the Ligurian Sea, and Tyrrhenian Sea.
Florence was the center of the Italian Renaissance from the 14th century to the 16th century, and produced various artists and intellectuals like Boccaccio, Botticelli, Dante, Donatello, Filippo Brunelleschi, Galileo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Michelangelo, Niccolò Machiavelli etc. flourished in the city.
The Modern city of Florence has area of 102 km² and population of 366,488. It is a commercial, industrial, rail junction, and a tourist center. It is wonderful tourist destination with ample of tourist attractions. Florence is one of the most beautiful manifestations of scenic beauty that finds fantastic expression thru its hills, mountains, lakes, rivers, skyline, flowers, airs, etc. etc. Florence is a mesmeric destination for lovely romantic vacation.
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The Pearl of the Danube – Budapest is located in the north-central part of the country on the both banks of Danube River. The capital and largest city of Hungary – Budapest is the industrial, cultural, and transportation hub of Hungary.
Budapest is one of the most beautiful and fascinating cities of the world, often nicknamed as the ‘Paris of the East’. It is wonderful tourist destination. Budapest is your destination for vivacious nightlife, scenic beauty, arresting islands, captivating churches, majestic museums, etc. The city has wide array of theaters, opera houses, performance halls, cinemas, swimming pools, spas, restaurants and discos.
Attracting bulks of tourists every year, Budapest is the city full of tourist attractions. Some of the major attractions of Budapest include –
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It’s a majestic city – a wealthy city holding rich treasure of cultural heritage and unique historic architecture – a lordly city of Spain – certainly, it is Barcelona!
The city placed in northeastern Spain – Barcelona is the capital of Catalonia. It is the 2nd largest Spanish city located in the comarca of Barcelonès, along the Mediterranean coast between the mouths of the rivers Llobregat and Besòs. Barcelona is the major port, and industrial, commercial, cultural and educational center of Spain.
Barcelona really is one of the fines cities of the world. It is one of the most celebrated destinations of Europe. The Spanish jewel – Barcelona is purple destination for art & architecture, museums, churches & cathedrals, parks & gardens, and vibrant nightlife.
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The Eternal City is an eternal epic written on the rich history, culture, and religion of Roman. Located on the confluence of the river Aniene and the river Tiber, in the central-western portion of the Italian peninsula, Rome was founded by Romulus in 753 B.C.
The present Rome is the capital and largest city of Italy, the capital of Latium, and the capital of the province of Rome. Rome is also the see of the pope – Vatican City – the holy kingdom is located within Rome. Created in 1929 by the Lateran Treaty, the Vatican City is the sovereign territory of the Holy See and smallest nation in the world is enclave of Rome. Rome is often dubbed as “threshold of the Apostles” because of the Vatican City, which widely popular destination for spiritual and exotic vacation.
Rome is also known as the “City of Seven Hills,” as geographically the Seven Hills are located east of the Tiber form the heart of Rome. Rome, being one of the greatest cultural, religious, and intellectual hubs of the world, is often dubbed as the “Capital of the World.” Rome is also known as the “City of Love.”
Rome is one of the most glorious cities of the world. It is one of the most celebrated & coveted tourist destinations. Profusely stuffed with tourist attractions, Rome attracts volumes of tourists every year.
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The “garden isle,” Kauai is your destination, if you looking to have wonderful vacation in beautiful natural setting. Kauai is the northernmost and the oldest of the Hawaiian Islands. Located in the northwest of Oahu, Kauai is the fourth largest of the Hawaiian Islands.
Independent royal domain before the arrival of Capt. James Cook in 1778, Kauai became part of the kingdom of Hawaii in 1810. Today’s Kauai is one of the fantastic tourist destinations of the world. L?hu?e, Hanalei, Po?ip?, Princeville, Waimea, Wailua, Kapa?a, Kapahi, Haena are the important towns and cities of Kauai.
The beautiful isle of Kauai is widely known for its mesmeric scenic beauty; the natural wonders such as Waimea Canyon and the Na Pali Coast are sheer expressions of exquisiteness. The isle is covered with lush greenery and tropical plants, watered regularly by abundant rainfall.
Home to gorgeous sandy beaches, Kauai is a coveted vacation destination for the lovers of nature & beauty. It attracts volumes of tourists from all parts of world. It’s a paradise for the buffs of Hiking, kayaking, camping, helicopter touring, boat touring, beaching, etc.
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The Imaginary City of Orlando is a city of central Florida. It is the 6th largest city in Florida. Orlando is the county seat of Orange County, Florida. Often nicknamed as “O-Town”, “The City Beautiful,” Orlando is believed to be named after a soldier named Orlando Reeves who allegedly died in the area, during the war against the Seminole Indian tribe. The fountain of Lake Eola is the symbol of Orlando.
Orlando is one of the most beautiful vacation destinations of the world. It is one of the world's most visited vacation spots. Orlando attracts an estimated 52 million tourists a year, during its peak seasons. Orlando vacations are one of the most coveted vacations in the world. Orlando has highly established hotel industry. There are a number of restaurants and luxury hotels in Orlando. Some of the top hotels in Orlando include DoubleTree Club Lake Buena Vista, Embassy Suites Hotel, Lake Buena Vista Resort, Grande Lakes Orlando Resort, The Peabody Orlando Hotel, Marriott Orlando Downtown Hotel, Courtyard Orlando Downtown Hotel, International Plaza Orlando Resort and Spa, and Radisson WorldGate Kissimmee Hotel.
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The city of Bratislava is the capital of Slovakia. Bratislava is the largest city of Slovakia located in the southwest part of the country on the Danube River near the Austrian and Hungarian borders, and relatively close to the border with the Czech Republic.
Bratislava is 50 km from Vienna that is 45-65 minutes run by train. The city marks the beginning of the Carpathian mountain range, with the Malé Karpaty Mountains (Little Carpathians), which are part of the Carpathians.
Bratislava’s Area is 367.59 km² and population is 617,049. The population is ethnically comprised of Slovak (85.7%), Hungarian (10.6%), Romany (1.6%), and Czech (1%), and religion wise, the population include 60% Roman Catholic, 10% Protestant, and 4% Orthodox.
Bratislava is a lovely tourist destination straddling the Danube River. It offers picturesque scenes around the river. Bratislava is also famous for “stag-hen” tourism. The city is “eat drink & merrymaking” destination of Europe. It’s one of the most sensuous cities of Europe. .
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