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Utrecht is perhaps one of the most beautiful cities in the Netherlands. It is also one of the oldest cities in the country, as it was originally founded as a Roman fort protecting the border of the Roman empire. Dutch people love to visit the …
Grandiose old world churches have become the hallmark of Europe. Throughout history churches have accumulated incredible amounts of wealth which they used to create gigantic churches and extravagant cathedrals in an attempt to bring people closer to God. And we as travelers get to enjoy …
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The Netherlands is known for its beautiful canals in the heart of cities like Amsterdam and Utrecht. But outside of the major cities you will find a lot of well preserved star shaped fortress towns. Contrary to the fortifications of regular middle ages cities who …
Over the years, Perth has become a hotspot for attracting tourists from all around the world. As Australian cities have acquired acknowledgment for their beauty and charm it is no surprise they are becoming increasingly popular among travelers. Celebrating a year of hard work by …
The most famous and arguably most alluring place in the Middle East must be Dubai, with its unique and record breaking architecture, some of the biggest shopping malls on the planet and a great coastline to spend your summers on. That’s why we also made …
Located in the heart of Switzerland, the city of Lucerne boasts of immense beauty, culture, and history. It is one of the few remaining Swiss cities that has managed to maintain its medieval architecture with a bit of added modernity. Among other things, a lot …
When you’re abroad it can be quite a challenge to find out where you should go. Every day there are travelers who were planning to explore all touristic sights of Amsterdam, yet somehow never made it past the city square. As someone living in Amsterdam, …
In The Netherlands there is a place where fairytales come to life. In the Efteling theme park you will find wonderful attractions for the whole family. From rollercoasters to rides past dancing puppets to giants and fairytale forests. As the Netherlands is a pretty small …