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    The Colosseum – The Emblem of Rome
    One of the most stunning sights of Rome is the Colosseum which is an historical monument. The initial impact of seeing this ancient, massive and overwhelming structure is unforgettable – almost haunting. It had taken seven years to build it and was finally opened in 80 AD to a hedonistic crowd of 50,000 watching the gory spectacle of death and violence performed by...
    by aniruddha at March 6th, 2010 at 06:03 am
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    St Peter’s Basilica – Part of Roman holiday
    Rome wasn’t built in a day and nor was this magnificent basilica. It might take us a couple of days to tour this imposing edifice and still some areas  might remain unexplored. Let us make a beginning.
    by aniruddha at March 3rd, 2010 at 06:03 am
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    Turin – Medieval Grandeur
    Like most other major Italian cities, Turin’s history also goes back to the antiquity. Romans first created it as a military camp in the early 1st century BC. It was a small settlement then with hardly 5,000 people. They all lived inside its high walls to protect themselves from invaders. Traces of early settlements are still visible in the modern city.
    by aniruddha at March 3rd, 2010 at 04:03 am
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    Bologna – An Enchanting Renaissance City
    Italy seems to have a monopoly over great old cities – quaint and steeped in history – with magnificent medieval buildings bearing the testimony of architectural excellence of a bygone era. Bologna has all these characteristics and is regarded as one of the most attractive European cities. Modernity and old world charm have blended delicately in this enchanting Renaissance...
    by aniruddha at March 3rd, 2010 at 01:03 am
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    Assisi – Pilgrims Paradise
    Assisi is a beautiful small town in central Italy’s rolling hills where St Francis, Italy’s patron saint, was born in 1182 AD. It is indeed a place of considerable ecclesiastical importance.
    by aniruddha at February 26th, 2010 at 02:02 am
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    Pisa – Beyond the Leaning Tower
    Located in central Italy’s picturesque Tuscany region, Pisa is known worldwide for its landmark Leaning Tower. This ancient town’s origin was in a small seaside settlement built some 3000 years ago. It became a leading center and a flourishing town of considerable ecclesiastical importance from around mid-11th century. 
    by aniruddha at February 25th, 2010 at 04:02 am
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    Florence – The Renaissance City
    This Renaissance city in the heart of Tuscany has some of world’s best museums, beautiful cathedrals, churches, and elegant buildings and shops. It is considered to be the birthplace of Italian Renaissance and widely regarded as one of the most beautiful cities on earth.
    by aniruddha at February 24th, 2010 at 04:02 am
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    Tuscany – An Enchanting Slice of Italy
    Tuscany is an enchanting place, located in the central region of Italy. It attracts discerning travelers with its picturesque landscapes and equally picturesque medieval towns, rolling hills, green valleys and the blue infinity of the sea. It is an amazing territory for spending a most enjoyable vacation. 
    by aniruddha at February 23rd, 2010 at 06:02 am
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    Paris – The Mecca of Fashion
    Despite the challenge from other fashion-conscious cities like London, Milan and New York, the good old Paris has remained the quintessential trendsetter of international fashion for over two centuries.
    by aniruddha at February 15th, 2010 at 12:02 am
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    The Legend of Notre Dame
    Notre Dame Cathedral is an imposing Parisian landmark. Started in 1163, it took almost a century to complete this edifice. Besides being an important place of worship
    by aniruddha at February 14th, 2010 at 11:02 pm
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    Moulin Rouge – Can-can and Cabaret
    Since its establishment in 1889 in Bohemian Paris, Moulin Rouge has been entertaining its patrons with performances of seductive can-can dance revue, accompanied with popular music.
    by aniruddha at February 14th, 2010 at 11:02 pm
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    Bangkok – Venice of the East
    Thailand’s capital is a modern, vibrant and cosmopolitan city that has a proud history of never been occupied by any colonial power.
    by aniruddha at February 10th, 2010 at 02:02 am
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    Istanbul – A Tale of Two Cities
    Istanbul is a captivating city – always charming and fascinating – and often bearing the characters of two distinct cultures – Islamic and European.
    by aniruddha at February 10th, 2010 at 02:02 am
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    Manila – The City Never Sleeps
    Manila, the sprawling capital of Philippines, is essentially Filipino – as it should be – but also very Western because of its Spanish connection for three hundred years since 1571 AD.
    by aniruddha at February 2nd, 2010 at 04:02 am
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    Vivacious Las Vegas
    Many people call this glittering city the Sin City because of its immense potential to induce visitors to commit sins! The city attracts them in hordes with an array
    by aniruddha at January 29th, 2010 at 01:01 am
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    Munich – A Lovely German City
    ‘Munich loves you’ is the avowed motto of this lovable city. You will realize that it is indeed true once you come here.
    by aniruddha at December 30th, 2009 at 10:12 pm
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    Azerbaijan – The Land of Fire
    Fascinating country Once upon a time the people of this amazing country with ancient history and culture used to worship fire.
    by aniruddha at December 29th, 2009 at 04:12 am
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    Bethlehem – The Holy City
    Origin of the city Bethlehem is a picturesque place surrounded by rolling hills with vineyards, olive trees and small hamlets. It is located just five miles from Jerusalem
    by aniruddha at December 24th, 2009 at 03:12 am
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    Grand Bahamas – A Caribbean Paradise
    Grand Bahamas is a small group of islands in the Caribbean geographically belonging to a larger Bahamas archipelago that consist thousands of islands, most of which are uninhabited.
    by aniruddha at December 23rd, 2009 at 12:12 am
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    Anguilla – An Idyllic Caribbean Island
    Small and beautiful The history of this little known and little island in the Caribbean had began some 4000 years ago when people from South America came here and established their humble settlements.
    by aniruddha at December 22nd, 2009 at 03:12 am
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    Antigua and Barbuda – Islands in the Caribbean
    Colonialism vs tourism Located in the Eastern Caribbean, Antigua and Barbuda islands have overwhelming natural beauty. European colonialists weren’t particularly lovers of nature, but their discoveries did expose the potential
    by aniruddha at December 21st, 2009 at 05:12 am
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    Nazareth – Birthplace of Jesus Christ
    Genesis of Christianity The genesis of Christianity was in this township of Nazareth where Jesus Christ was born and spent his childhood. This wonderful ancient town is located in a picturesque valley in the midst of sloping hills.
    by aniruddha at December 21st, 2009 at 05:12 am
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    Corfu – A Charming Greek Island
    Natural and man-made beauty Corfu is one of the most popular Greek islands in the Ionian Sea. It is unusually green with millions of olive trees.
    by aniruddha at December 21st, 2009 at 04:12 am
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    Delphi – Enigma of Cryptic Oracles
    Legends and myths In ancient times the Greeks fantasized Delphi to be the center of the earth. It probably got its name from Delphinios that is often used for Apollo for his connection to dolphins.
    by aniruddha at December 21st, 2009 at 04:12 am
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    Verona – Italy’s Popular Tourist Destination
    Come to this popular travel destination in Italy that had once inspired William Shakespeare to write Romeo and Juliet.
    by aniruddha at December 21st, 2009 at 03:12 am
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    Assisi – Resting Place for Italy’s Patron Saint
    Assisi is a medieval town in the rolling hills of central Italy. It is quite small, but incredibly picturesque. St Francis, Italy’s patron saint and founder of the Franciscan order, was born here.
    by aniruddha at December 21st, 2009 at 02:12 am
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    Nassau – A Veritable Paradise
    Nassau was originally a British harbor called Charles Town; it is now the leading city in the Bahamas. It has been beckoning travelers with its enchanting beaches
    by aniruddha at December 18th, 2009 at 02:12 am
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    Perugia – An Enchanting Italian Town
    This picturesque old town on rolling hills is steeped in history and was associated with legendary Renaissance painters.
    by aniruddha at December 18th, 2009 at 02:12 am
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    Haiti – Pearl of the Caribbean
    Island with a difference Haiti is a lovely place with wonderful sun, sea and exotic surroundings. These are the ingredients that endear a destination to travelers. Several other picture-perfect Caribbean islands have these qualities in plenty.
    by aniruddha at November 29th, 2009 at 11:11 pm
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    Jamaica – Jewel of the Caribbean
    Colonizers and slaves After Christopher Columbus discovered Jamaica in 1494, traders from Spain and Britain colonized the island. During their respective rule
    by aniruddha at November 26th, 2009 at 01:11 am
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