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- 16 Marpapillon in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
The best World Heritage Sites in the Philippines
Banaue Rice Terraces, photo by bertconcepts on Flickr
The Philippines might not look that huge on the map, but considering that the nation has over seven thousand islands and the longest coastline in the world, the Philippines has enough places to visit to last for a lifetime. Although it is the second largest archipelago in the world, the Philippines is quite far off the beaten path when it comes to tourism in Southeast Asia.
But for a backpacker or indie traveler, this is just as well, because you won’t have to brave the hordes in search of a place where you can relax. The Philippines is home to extraordinary natural beauty and an equally extraordinary culture, both of which have achieved several UNESCO titles. Find out more about this amazing country by visiting some of the best World Heritage Sites in the Philippines. …
- 12 Janpapillon in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
Amazing attractions in Lima, Peru
Lima at night
The former heart of the Spanish colonial empire, founded by famous conquistador Francisco Pizarro, Lima is not what one would call a pretty city.
It’s desert surroundings are less than flattering, and the capital is gritty and loud, but at the same time there is a special kind of beauty in it, in the old colonial buildings, the rather tidy slums, and the sharp contrast between all of this and the modern architecture erected in recent years. Many travelers don’t stick around in Lima on their way to other, more obvious attractions, and many of the Peruvian capital’s sights go unnoticed.
However, if you take a second look at Lima, you’ll find that there are churches, colonial mansions, museums and even some pre-Columbian temples hiding in this chaotic city. If you find yourself passing through, don’t miss out on some of amazing attractions in Lima, Peru. …
- 01 Dectibi60 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
5 reasons to visit Andorra
photo by Karoly Lorentey
Andorra is a tiny country with only one town (Andorra la Vella, the capital), with more shops per capita than most other countries in Europe and huge and often overpriced ski resorts. So unless you have too much money to spend, why would you want to travel to Andorra?
At the first glance, this microstate might seem like a monument of consumerism, but behind the glitzy shop windows and traffic jams you will find a travel-worthy, hospitable and fascinating place whose size in in inverse proportion with its attractions. Here are 5 reasons to visit Andorra, for those who are skeptical about the charms of this underrated country. …
- 29 Nov
5 stunning attractions in Malta
Valletta, photo by Robin on Flickr
The tiny Maltese archipelago, with only three inhabited islands and even those mostly rocky, doesn’t sound like much, but it has one of the most incredibly rich histories and cultures in Europe. Malta’s has been inhabited since the stone age, and it is a melting pot of cultures from all around the Mediterranean region.
The cuisine has Sicilian influences, the language is based on Arabic, and the culture was marked by Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Arabs, Normans, Crusaders, the French and the British, who made it into a colony. Today, Malta has many things to be proud of, and just as many things to show to its visitors. Here are 5 stunning attractions in Malta. …
- 19 Octpapillon in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
The traveler’s guide to historical Cartagena, Colombia
photo by Bernd Lutz on Fotopedia
Most people spending their holidays in Colombia end up visiting Cartagena at some point – it is the most popular destination in the country, after all. Cartagena is a city with several faces, and two of them are overrun with travelers most of the year. The resort areas with high rise hotels along Bocagrande strip, where beach bums and luxury travelers alike come to enjoy the sun and the ocean. But history buffs are attracted to the colonial walled city, which flourished after the 16th century.
Cartagena was founded by Spanish conquistadors on the site of a small indigenous village, and the growing town rose to fame, was targeted by pirates and then became one of the first sanctuaries of freed African slaves in the Americas. Here’s a traveler’s guide to historical Cartagena that will give you a taste of the wonders of this city.
- 21 Jul
Hidden cultural gems in Amsterdam
Amsterdam
Nowadays, Amsterdam is chiefly known as a tourist destination with an electrifying, often gaudy and debauched nightlife, set on the backdrop of historical architecture and century old art. Amsterdam has always been a deeply cultural city, where art, architecture and music thrived and were held in great regard.
Even today, the cultural attractions of the city are many: historic buildings, churches, synagogues, museums and draw bridges. But behind the more obvious attractions, there’s a wealth of hidden cultural gems in Amsterdam which can brighten up your stay in the city even more. …
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