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51). Party Popper Time
A night out in Barcelona is a long event. It is always better to be little slow at first so that one is able to face the exuberant party-scene until the early morning. Like the usual trend in Barcelona, nightlife sets off a few hours later. The starts of the evening should be in one of the numerous bars or cafes in Barcelona before going to a club. Usually the bars generally close at 3:00 am.
52). The Wonder That Is Disneyland
It is a very common belief that no time is perfect that today discover the magic of Disneyland Resort Paris. The time has come. Visualize an enchanting kingdom filled with fantasy and a world full of make-believe characters - these dreams come true at Disneyland® Park where there are five make-believe lands to enjoy. Unearth a place so magical that young and old alike will remember it for ever.
53). Dancing To The Tune
When one thinks of Spain, one of the most typical images is that of the Flamenco dancers with their passion and fire. This art form is unique to the Spanish culture, in both song and dance. Flamenco has a commanding individuality that bewitches everyone .It is great to experience the passion of Flamenco music.
Enjoy an authentic Flamenco show with some of Spain’s greatest artists.
54). Haute Couture Industry
Haute couture means accuracy in lines. “Haute couture consists of secrets whispered from generation to generation,” says Yves Saint Laurent. The designer is careful to achieve a supreme balance in all his clothes, designs in the secrecy of the “studio”. If, in ready-to-wear, a garment is contrived according to standard sizes, the haute couture garment adapts to any imperfection in order to get rid of it.
55). Revival Of Containers – Gasometer
Gasometers or gasholders-huge storage containers for the gas used in heating and cooking-were built in many cities during the late 19th and early 20th Centuries, when gas was a commercial byproduct of coal mining, steelmaking, and other industrial processes. Today, many of the old gasometers have been replaced by pipelines and tank farms, but a few are being adapted to new uses.
56). Arch Of Triumph In Barcelona
The Arc de Triomf of Barcelona was made as principal entry, in 1888, for the Universal Exhibition, which was located in the park of the Ciudadella. The frieze on the front, created by Josep Reynás, represents Barcelona welcoming visitors. The frieze at the back was made by Josep Llimona which represents a delivery of prizes. The Plaça de l´Arc de Triomf was the monumental gateway which led to the enclosure of the 1888 World Fair.
57). Beach Bumming In Paris
With palm trees in the breeze on top of two miles of golden sand, it could be Palm Beach or Palma de Mallorca. But it’s central Paris, and the Paris Plage project, the manmade beach along the river Seine. Last-minute preparations went on all night, with workmen smoothing out the 2,000 tons of fine sand now spread on what’s usually a busy motorway. Deck chairs, sun-loungers and colorful sun umbrella had sprung up everywhere.
58). Bookworm's Paradise Vienna Guide
The Main Library on Vienna’s inner-city ring road, the Gürtel, was built in line with structural principles completely new in Austria’s library landscape, a concept known as the “fractal library”. The so-called college model, consisting of six spatially separate departmental areas, forms the core of the Main Library. The six college teams are independently responsible for the administration of their respective areas in terms of inventory development and maintenance as well as customer information.
59). Royal Plaza - Placa Reial
The Plaça Reial is characterized by his architecture and its disposition as a court, with porches that lodge very calm terraces. The square has a central fountain and palms that provide very enjoyable shade during the evening. This square is very silent and seems to be disconnected of the city with marvelous lampposts.
The charming 19th-century square is just off the Ramblas and Carrer Ferran.
60). Barcelona – Convergence Of Old And New
Barcelona loves to indulge in the incredible. From the urban pageant that is Las Ramblas to buildings with no straight lines, the city pushes the limits of style in everything it does, and gets away with it. As the center of the whimsical and daring Modernism architectural movement, Barcelona holds fairy-tale creations that are unlike others in the world; as home to three of the most well-known Surrealist painters, Salvador Dalí, Pablo Picasso, and Joan Miró, even the most famous art of Barcelona is grounded in a reality alternative.
61). The Sightseers Joy
London is a year-round tourist centre, with few of its attractions closing or significantly reducing their opening hours in winter.
London is a cosmopolitan city where it is possible to sample cuisine from all corners of the world. There are establishments to suit every taste and pocket, from burger restaurants like the Hard Rock Cafe on Piccadilly and Planet Hollywood near Leicester Square, to those serving exquisite modern cuisine such as Quaglin’s near Piccadilly or the Blueprint Cafe at the Design Museum.
62). The British Royalty
Buckingham Palace has served as the official London residence of Britain's sovereigns since 1837. It evolved from a town house that was owned from the beginning of the eighteenth century by the Dukes of Buckingham. Today it is The Queen’s official residence. Although in use for the many official events and receptions held by The Queen, areas of Buckingham Palace are opened to visitors on a regular basis.
63). The Royal Security - Changing Of Guards
The Changing of the Guard ceremony is perhaps the most recognized formality in Europe, and is conducted at Buckingham Palace every odd day of the week beginning at 11:30pm. Although the ceremony doesn’t get started until 11: 30, mass of tourists begin swarming the palace gates and beyond as early as 9:30am. The procession of colorful guards and other such royal officers and horses begins their march from Birdcage Wlk.
64). Nature Lover's Paradise - Hyde Park
Hyde Park is one of London’s finest historic landscapes covering an area of 350 acres. There is something for everyone in Hyde Park. With over 4,000 trees, a lake, a meadow, horse rides and more one can naturally forget that he/she is in the middle of London. Hyde Park lies between the Bayswater Road in the north and Knightsbridge in the south. Park Lane lies to the east and Kensington Gardens to the west.
65). House Of Gods & House Of Kings
Westminster Abbey is the place of the coronation, marriage and burial of British monarchs, except Edward V and Edward VIII since 1066. Visitors can see the tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Royal Tombs and Shrine of Edward the Confessor, the Coronation Chair, Lady Chapel and Poets' Corner, the Royal Chapels etc. The current building dates largely from the thirteenth to sixteenth centuries.
66). Prestigious Address For The Graves
Le Pere Lachaise is a beautiful and historic cemetery. For a grave-hunter, it is a vital stop on a trip through Paris. It is most probably the worst-laid-out cemetery. But, in spite of the frustrating layout, it is an amazing place to visit.
The Cimitière du Père Lachaise, which occupies 44 hectares on the eastern border of Paris, is one of the city’s less noticeable attractions, yet features on many a visitor’s itinerary.
67). A Princess Memorial
Diana, Princess of Wales' Memorial Fountain in Hyde Park. Unveiled in July, 2004 with both the late Diana’s family and the royal family including Queen Elizabeth II present, the $6.5 million memorial to the late Princess of Wales is designed by American architect Karen Gustafson. The oval fountain of 545 blocks of Cornish granite - a ring of water likened to a miniature race course near the Serpentine Bridge- has water flowing down both sides for both agitated and calming effects.
68). Pubbing In London
London has a vibrant bar and pub scene. With over 5,000 pubs and bars, the capital has everything from traditional British public houses to cutting-edge and modern venues. One can opt for the tradition pub experience or hang out in the more luxurious home of the first British Martini.
London’s 5,000 pubs and bars make it seem that there is literally one on every corner.
69). Ritual Of The Royals
The formal English afternoon tea ritual, is a traditional habit amongst London polite society. Perhaps it's an anti-Starbucks thing, but nevertheless, it is now ever so fashionable to take afternoon tea.
What is afternoon tea, exactly? Well, it means real tea like the English Breakfast, Ceylon, Indian, or Chinese and preferably loose leaf, brewed in a china pot, and usually served with china cups and saucers and silver spoons any time between 3 and 5:30 PM daily.
70). Funfare At Tibidabo
The Tibidabo amusement park is one of the oldest in Europe and dates back to the first decade of the 20th century. In addition to the six old attractions which have been restored and are in working condition, the park also has an important number of modern attractions, as well as the unique Museu d'Autòmates. Located at the top of the mountain after which the park is named, the Tibidabo has one of the most spectacular views of Barcelona.
71). The Gothic Magnificence - St. Stephen's Cathedral
The Stephansdom as the St Stephen’s Cathedral is known is an island of Gothic splendor in a sea of Baroque and 19th Century architecture. Almost main part of church dates back to the 14th, 15th, and 16th Centuries. However, the Romanesque “Giant’s Doorway” which is situated on the west façade dates back to the early 1200s. The Hochturm or south tower,.
72). Barcelona's Old Town - Ciutat Vella
The heart of the city is Ciutat Vella or the Barcelona’s old town. It’s made up of many small neighborhoods. All these neighborhoods are full of old-world character and are linked by narrow, winding streets. Students, foreigners and artists have moved into the area, attracted by its sense of old town, or Ciutat Vella, though it faced many years of decline.
73). Shopper's Delight
Whether one envisions buying half of Paris, or simply enjoys the wealth of window-shopping opportunities, Parisian shops are an integral part of the city’s cultural characteristics, and make it the crucial destination for the discerning consumer.
Paris is a shopper’s dream, of course, and the “glitterati” will feel quite at home in the Haute Couture shops found on Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré and Avenue Montaigne in the 8th arrondissement.
74). Bargain Lover – Flea Market
Paris has a very famous flea market. It is called “Le marché aux puces de Saint-Ouen”. It was inaugurated in 1885 and extends over six hectares. It welcomes every week 70 000 visitors during its opening days. The Puces de Saint-Ouen has 2000 shops selling everything from stylish furniture to old postcards and including clothes. In the fifties and sixties, the Puces de Saint-Ouen had a status as a place where one could buy nice and old furniture at very cheap prices.
75). London - The Contradicting city
Discovering London and making it your own can be a bit of a challenge. Daniel Defoe wrote about London “stretched out in buildings, straggling, confused, out of all shape, incompact and unequal; neither long nor broad, round nor square.” The actual City of London proper is 1 square mile. All of the gargantuan rest of the city is made up of separate villages, boroughs, and corporations each having its own mayor and administration.
76). Reaching The Sky – Giant Ferris
One thing is certain – only when one has taken a ride on Riesenrad or the Giant Ferris is one really in Vienna. Forget everything and simply enjoy the view of the city from almost 200 feet up. The Riesenrad, which is open all year round, is one of the most visited sights in Vienna. It was put up in the years 1896-97 by the English engineer Walter Basset.
77). Vienna's Leisure Zone - Prater
Many people regard the Vienna Prater as just another fun-fair. But it’s much more than that – it is a Viennese institution, like the coffee houses or the Heuriger commonly known as wine taverns. Its has the Giant Ferris Wheel, the ghost train, go-karts and grotto railways, the merry-go-rounds and fruit-machine halls, throwing and shooting galleries.
78). Heaven On Earth
Paris can really show off about its wide variety of parks, ranging from the very largest to the smallest. One could have never imagined that the city of Paris would have so much green and open space throughout. Most parts of Paris have at least one park or square, whether it is just a small pool with surrounding trees or a huge park of several hundred acres.
79). The Neutral Space - UNO City
The UN city reveal the way Vienna perceives itself as a platform for international meetings at the heart of a united Europe. A long-standing tradition by the way, as much of the world’s history has been and continues to be made-up here. Three different cultures intersect here whose idiosyncrasies have created a distinct atmosphere at the centre of Europe to which numerous summit meetings and international congresses held in Vienna since the mid 20th century bear vivid testimony.
80). Rich Man's House - Casa Batllo
It is Gaudi’s amazing creations. Casa Batllo was built for the private residence of a wealthy textile industrialist, Joseph Batllo. The house is a modern interpretation of Barcelona’s medieval roots, with a rainbow of dragon scale shingles on the roof, and skeleton-like railings for the balconies. The inside is open to visitors, and displays some of Gaudi’s furnishing creations as well.
81). Landmark At Top - Basilique Du Sacre Coeur
The ‘Basilique du Sacre Coeur’ is positions at the top of butte Montmartre. To get here one can climb the endless steps, or take a cable car. The basilica and the beauty of the landscape draw thousands of visitor’s everyday. To find an “original” souvenir, one can go to the neighbor Place du Tertre where one will find many caricature artists.
Basilica in Paris, devoted to the Sacred Heart of Jesus is a famous landmark atop the Monometer, from which it tower above the city.
82). Excavation In Barcelona - Quarry
Casa Mila, also known as “the Quarry” as it has rock-like façade, was Gaudi’s last private commission. Although the apartment building houses a few residences, most of the structure is open to visitors. There is a special exhibition housed in the attic of the Casa Mila, which includes models and explanations of all Gaudi’s projects. Especially interesting, is the wonderland of rooftop chimneys and staircases that visitors can pass through, while circling a large opening to the building’s central courtyard.
83). Passionate About Riding
The Spanish Riding School or the Spanische Hofreitschule, which literally means - Imperial Court Spanish Riding School of Vienna, Austria, is a traditional riding school for Lipizzan horses. It was established during the Austro-Hungarian Empire in 1572. It was named for the Spanish horses that were, and still are, the mainstay of the riding school. Today the horses are bred in a court stud in Lipica, near Trieste in nowadays Slovenia, and at the Piber Stud in western Styria, Austria.
84). Circle Of Fame - Ring Boulevard
The Ringstraße is a circular road surrounding the Innere Stadt district of Vienna, Austria and is one of its main sights. It is typical of the historical style called Ringstraßenstil of the 1860s to 1890s. The street was built to replace the city walls, which had been built during the 13th century and reinforced as a consequence of the First Turkish Siege in 1529, and instead of the glacis, which was about 500m wide.
85). The Greenery Of Outer London
As one leaves the area which is known as Central London one will find peace and quite. First of all one has left the hustle and bustle of the city on top of that one has the added advantage of visiting may parks and gardens which lie in the outskirts of London.
Alexandra Palace which is at the top of the steeply sloping Alexander Park, one can have a panoramic view of London.
86). The City Of Festivals
Paris is the world’s most striking city. The chic Marais and St. Germain, the romantic stairway streets of Montmartre, the majestic grandeur that sweeps west from the Louvre to the Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower shining brightly as ever. But the magic is dispersing, especially to the north and east of the Bastille. The student and artistic types.
87). Musical Muse Mozart
Viennese Mozart orchestra plays a singular atmosphere in Vienna concerts with international well-known singer and soloist - all together in magnificent historical costumes and Perücken - and creates in of Vienna largest and most famous concert halls such as state opera, music association, and concert hall and yard castle.
In styles of “musical academies”,.
88). Wonderful Waterfront - Barcelona Guide
There’s nothing quite like dining outdoor with the blue waters of the Mediterranean spread out before one’s eyes. Pop a bottle of cava and raise the glass, ‘Salut’ this is one of the most inviting sides of the ‘new’ Barcelona.
The pre- and post-Olympic redevelopment passion opened Barcelona to the sea again, and its new marinas and ports brim with yachts, pedestrian promenades, palms, beaches, restaurants, bars and shops.
89). Modernism In Vienna
The Austrian capital blends between old and new like no other city in the world. Within this fascinating Viennese metropolis holiday makers can witness a cityscape of both tradition and modern times. There is no better example to be found in Vienna than the modern glass Haas House building that stands opposite the St. Stephen’s cathedral. Original the Haas House was opposed by locals, but today it’s loved by most and for some a symbol of pride.
90). Funtasttic – Kid’s Time Out
Barcelona is a city where people spend a lot of time outside, so as a result there is children’s play areas dotted around all over the city. There are also some lovely big parks, which are great places to take children to if one is visiting Barcelona. This city is also full of surprises for young visitors. Barcelona has a magic mountain – Tibidabo.
At the zoo one can see how a lot of animals live and a dolphin show.
91). Paradise For Animal Lovers
Barcelona Zoo is a fantastic Zoo situated in Park Ciutadella. If one is an animal lover and enjoy visiting Zoos, one will love Barcelona Zoo. The Zoo has a wide variety of animals, birds, reptiles, marine life & insects. At the weekends the Zoo puts on the famous Dolphin shows, which are an absolute must. With a many eating areas, a shop, electric cars, ponies, a mini-train & much more, you will have a great day out no matter what age a person is.
92). The Colorful Arena
Vienna’s beautiful Burggarten, commissioned in 1818 by Franz I, was only opened to the public in 1919, but since then has become a loving breakaway spot for both tourists and locals. It is a genuine green lung in the heart of the city, with narrow walkways, picturesque statues and a perfectly situated little coffee bar where visitors can rest their feet from wandering.
93). Theatre Lovers - Enjooooy
The Grand Theatre of the Liceu was built at the proposal of the Liceu Filharmònico-Dramàtic Barcelonès. Joaquim de Gispert, a member and director of the institution, got the allowance of the lands of the former Trinity Convent in the Rambla, where construction of the theatre began in 1844, under the direction of the architect Francesc d'Assís Soler, who was replaced a year later by Josep Oriol Mestres and Miquel Garriga i Roca.
94). Indescribable Stadium - Barcelona
The Barcelona football stadium is the 3rd largest football stadium in the World after the stadiums in Sao Paulo, Brazil and Mexico City. Barcelona camp nou has a capacity of 110,000 people and on every match practically every seat is taken -such is the passion for football shared by the Catalan people.
When Kubula arrived, the old Les Corts stadium proved to be too small and it was necessary to find a new site.
95). Kidding With Kids
A kid will love to hunt elephants in an asphalt jungle or even to fly the sky in the Jumping Castle, or splash into sparkling waters from the Dragon Slide. Let the wind carry one’s hair while one rides a pony: Vienna, the romantic imperial city of the Habsburgs, metropolis of art and culture, is also a city for kids. Small Magic Mice and big French Fries Tigers will find much enjoyment here.
96). Historically London
The history of London as a permanent settlement stretches back almost two thousand years. The city's story is a fascinating one, its fortunes inextricably linked to those of the British Isles.
London was founded by the Romans at a convenient crossing of the Thames, though it had been convenient for the local inhabitants too. Tacitus describes a flourishing trading city existing in AD 67.
97). City Of Lovers
Paris incites the senses, asking to be seen, heard, touched, tasted and smelt. From romance along the Seine to landscapes on bus-sized canvases to the pick-an-ism types in cafes monologuing on the use of garlic or the finer points of Jerry Lewis, Paris is the essence of all things French.
In the great local tradition of the flâneur, or considerate boulevard-stroller, Paris is a wonderful city for aimless moving about.
98). Arch Of Triupmh - Paris
The Arc de Triomphe de l'Etoile, is the world’s largest triumphal arch. It forms the backdrop for an remarkable urban collection in Paris. The monument surmounts the hill of Chaillot at the center of a star-shaped configuration of 12 radiating avenues. It is the pinnacle of a vista seen the length of the Champs Elysées from the smaller Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel in the Tuileries gardens, and from the Obélisque de Luxor in the place de la Concorde.
99). Spend a night at paris
When darkness falls the City of Light gives credential to its name. The monuments and bridges are illuminated, and the glow of old-fashioned and modern street lamps, the blaze of sidewalk-cafe windows, and the glare of neon signs flood the avenues and boulevards. Parisians start the serious part of their evenings as in other European people stretch, yawn, and announce it’s time for bed.
100). London’s Greenspace
Guaranteed sunshine may not be among them, but there are some things that Londoners can look forward to each summer; discovering the different gardens in the London city.
London is a city of luscious plants and shady trees. London gardens and parks proffer the city a refreshing angle. One can always take a refuge in the lush gardens to shun chaotic motion of the city.
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