Bagamoyo is the oldest city of Tanzania and UNESCO. It is an unusual exotic destination, because it has perfect and untouched beaches, while its central urban area impresses with its unique beauty. In the past, the city was a major port for the slave trade, and today its surroundings can be seen the remains and ruins of ancient buildings. Centuries ago, Livingstone calculated that 10 slaves here to the shores of Zanzibar or Arab countries reached only one survived. The town is situated in the northeast. According to the administrative division that location belongs to Kilimanjaro region. In the region of Bagamoyo, especially around are many interesting tourist sites. These are as Mombasa (Kenya) about 207 km, Kilimanjaro mountain itself, which is a distance approximately 174 km, Natural Tsavo Park about 223 km, Amboseli National Park, about 224 km and park Serengeti, which is about 424 km. The distance from here to Lamu Island is approximately 422 km, Nairobi (Kenya) at a distance of approximately 382 km., And the Masai Mara Nature Reserve is about 454 km. In Swahili Bagamoyo means “say goodbye to his heart”. This name is not accidental, because the sight of crystal clear water sloshing in the snow white sand you can not leave you indifferent and do not touch your heart. Much of the locals pass by fishing. From the coast of Bagamoyo one can see many of the traditional wooden boats dhoui used by fishermen for their work. These small boats in the Arab style have triangular sails, but the overall picture remind about a journey back in time. Here is where women prefer to use their heads instead of hands. Everywhere you can see belong here resident who walk with baskets of fresh catch or laundry on their heads. The buildings in the city are influenced by Arabic and Indian styles, are made of stone blocks. Characteristic of this exotic place is generously decorated with carving wooden doors.
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The third largest city in England, Manchester is home to art, music, theaters, major attractions and cultural heritage, and many sports and entertainment. Clean, modern, with lots of great architecture, you will quickly feel the spirit of this lively city. Good distribution of all sites, guarantees an easy access and opportunity for long walks. It is good to look at the estimates for typical island, here too often rain, but in most cases is short and quickly cool the city during the summer. If you want before you begin your walk, throw a quick glance over some of the interesting sights for you, the Wheel of Manchester, offers an amazing view and it is the heart of the city’s Square Exchange. The city of Victorian times, Manchester and to this day keeps its magnificent architecture, which tells much about the history of the city. The statue of Albert Memorial stands in the middle of Albert Square to the city council. The main church (Holy name of Jesus) is located on Oxford Street. Another beautiful building is the Central Library. It is located at the St Peter’s Square. The city Hall is preserved Victorian style (Manchester Town Hall). On Saturday and Sunday admission is free for visitors. Roman Catholic Church (St Mary’s Roman Catholic Church) is a mix of ornate interior style 19th century and the work of contemporary artists.
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Cologne is the fourth largest city in Germany and the largest in North Rhine-Westphalia. The city lies on both banks of the Rhine and occupies an area of 405 square kilometers (about 156 square miles) at 77 meters above sea level. Cologne is one of the oldest cities in Germany, home to Celts and Germanic tribes. Cologne is the largest radio and television center in Germany with many cultural attractions. Old Roman, medieval and much is built on the left bank of the Rhine. Symbol of the city is the Gothic cathedral of Cologne, of which two bell towers are visible from any part of the city. From the time of Napoleon there produce Eau de Cologne (French “Cologne Water”, “cologne”) became a byword for perfume.
Cologne is also famous for its many museums, Romanesque churches, zoo, park fantasies, Chocolate Museum and others. He is also a great educational center. More than 54,000 students live and study in Cologne.
The rich deposits of brown coal as well as proximity to the Ruhr area have helped in the middle of XIX century Cologne to become one of the industrial centers of Europe. Also well developed are the machinery and automobiles industry. North of the city large areas occupied by the factories of Ford. Large production subsidiaries also have Toyota, “Grundig” and Siemens AG. And the oil industry is situated in a few factories and rafineries in the southern industrial areas.
Sidi Ifni is really exotic and beautiful part of the Africa situated only a 150 km southern from Morocco city Agadir. The town has really beautiful nature and Spanish culture, mixed with an exotic African sun. This is the perfect travel destination for all kind of people, who love traveling in different and very attractive destinations of Africa. The city is quite small, cozy and will give you really great ability for having nice vacation and beautiful holiday. In the city there are only a couple of hotels and accommodations, but definitely all of them will give you the required comfortability and quality of the service. Sidi Ifni has a port, which hosts a lot of yachts, small cruise ships and a ferry, which is one of the ways for transport between Europe and the small city. The city had been a Spanish colony and this reflects highly for the architecture, culture and traditions. The buildings are made with Andalusian style and Art Deco, both are quite colorful and beautiful. Definitely traveling in Africa cannot be better, than this resort city, as here you can enjoy the good weather and the many historical and culture attractions.
The central city square is called Hasan II and this is the largest square in the world. Here are situated some of the administration buildings of the city and the Courthouse. On this square is also the Royal Palace and hotel “Bellevue”, wgucg are the tourists attractions in their visits in the town of Sidi Ifni. Of course the buildings, the cafes and the restaurants are from high class and will give you everything, which you may imagine from them. The beaches are large and really calm. The White beach is situated 30 km away from the city and here you can enjoy of the calmness atmosphere far away from each noise of the city.
Beautiful scenery and over 180 parks attract millions of tourists annually. Vancouver is the third largest city in Canada and naygolyamoto location in the West Bank. The first thing that impressed visitors set foot in town is the beautiful scenery and mountains that are revealed in sight. Vancouver is surrounded on three sides by water areas – the Pacific Ocean to the west, Fraser River and the American city of Seattle to the south and north of the city touches the Coast Mountains, and the Fraser Valley East. The temperate climate and numerous attractions in the city make it a preferred destination for excursions. The third-largest Canadian city located about 180 city parks, which include the world famous “Stanley Park”. This is a favorite place for picnic tranditsionniya of Canadians over the weekend. The “Stanley Park” is the biggest and most famous attraction, which can not visit if you go in Vancouver. Area of approximately 1,000 acres are old trees, gardens with beautiful flowers, playgrounds for children, golf course, bicycle lanes and numerous other attractions. In “Stanley Park” is the largest red cedar in the world. At will in the evergreen park walk and many animal species – squirrels, ducks, beautiful birds. “Stanley Park” is the ideal place for swimming in the summer heat. The park is located on the ocean, allowing tourists to dip into the water and cool. Vancouver Attractions also hosts very interesting collection of Native American totems and masks, which are huge in size and tell the story of the first settlers in Canada. Looking at the park will necessarily go through the big hollow tree, even if you are driving. For children there are small trains, which can compass “Stanley”.
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Trier is considered the oldest German city, which stems from the 16th century BC much more settlements on the territory of Germany claimed the position of the ancient city, but only Trier has the longest history as an independent city. Trier is located in the picturesque valley through which flows the Moselle River. Around the natural image is composed of fertile hills, tip grown quite vineyards. The town is located on the west bank of the River Meuse in the German state of Rhineland-Palatinate. Very close to Trier is Germany’s border with Luxembourg. Nearby is a famous wine region – Mosel-Saar-Ruver that after 2007 is now called only by the name of the Mosel river. This is one of the 13 wine regions of Germany, which produce premium wines. This region around Trier is ranked third in production in the country, but quality and popularity of the first position in international popularity and prestige. Today’s name of Trier name comes from the Gallic tribe treveri that has changed, passing through the Latin name of the city Augusta Treverorum. As mentioned archaeological evidence attest to the settlement of the area around Trier still more centuries BC. Between 58 and 50 BC Roman Empire led by Julius Caesar at that time conquered Gallic tribes of the locals. In place of sanctuary on the right bank of the River Moselle in 30 AD until was a Roman military camp. In the 16 BC Augustus decided to form the city Augusta Treverorum, which translates as “city of Augustus in the country treverite”). Then Trier was the capital of the Roman province Belgika. In 259-274, the Trier is the capital of the breakaway Gallic Empire was destroyed by Alemans in 275, the
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Evora is a pearl in the treasure trove of historic Portugal. This city-museum, which is a unique architectural heritage is located 140 km southeast of the Portuguese capital, and the Spanish border from here is pretty close. Evora is a town in the southern part of the country in Alentejo regio. The most convenient is to visit the city, take the train or bus from Lisbon. Situated on a low hilly area Evora is an excellent example of Portuguese architecture of the golden age. The reason for this is that the city remains largely intact (as difference from many other Portuguese settlements) after the big earthquake here in 1755 Because of the valuable old buildings in the city Evora, who number about 4000, is a monument of world heritage by UNESCO. In the city itself is entered through a gate into powerful and already quite old walls. There is a unique blend of cultural influences. Feels like Moorish, Spanish, ancient and medieval past centuries. The village has existed for 2000, at the time was part of the Roman Empire, is named after Julia Liberalitas. From these distant centuries here have managed to preserve an impressive aqueduct and the ruins of a Roman temple. After centuries of Moorish influence to, and in the 12th century should peak periods of flowering of medieval town. There were several seats of the Portuguese rulers.
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