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Things to do in Vladikavkaz, North Caucasian District: The Best Monuments & Statues
Vladikavkaz, formerly known as Ordzhonikidze and Dzaudzhikau, is the capital city of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania, Russia.
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What to do and see in Centralia, Illinois (IL): The Best Things to do
Centralia is a city in Clinton, Jefferson, Marion, and Washington counties in the U.S. state of Illinois. The population was 13,032 as of the 2010 census, down from 14,136 in 2000. The current mayor is Tom Ashby.
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Things to do in Zurich, Canton of Zurich: The Best Multi-day Tours
The largest city in Switzerland is a major contemporary art and shopping destination. Important artworks are displayed in the Kunsthaus and the Rietberg Museum, while those who consider shopping an art can hone their skills along Bahnhofstrasse and Niederdorf. Chagall's stained glass windows in the Fraumunster amaze and Zurich's 500 clubs and bars, including several in swimming pools, pulse with life 'til the early hours. This city on Lake Zurich has excellent public transit and a free bike rental system.
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10 State Parks in San Juan Islands That You Shouldn't Miss
<p>Start your Pacific Northwest vacation in style, with a seaplane or ferry ride to the San Juan Islands from Seattle. It’s the ultimate way to take in the beauty of this region that Mother Nature has so abundantly blessed. You have a choice of three alluring islands – Lopez, the most rural, a mix of rolling farmland and beaches; Orcas, the largest of the San Juan Islands and replete with verdant mountains and placid lakes; and San Juan Island, where vibrant Friday Harbor welcomes ferry and seaplane guests and offers an array of charming accommodations and gourmet eateries. </p><p>Whether it’s whale-watching and sea kayaking, touring an art gallery or browsing a local farmers’ market, the San Juan Islands offer pleasing diversions for every age and interest. For the best chance to view orca whales and other sea life, plan your trip between April and September – a number of tour operators are available throughout the islands. Rev up your energy level with biking tours through rolling meadows and farmland, go birding on San Juan Island, hike the region’s modest mountains – offering outstanding vistas from the top – or go charter fishing for the day. Other favorites include hiking to Lime Kiln Lighthouse on San Juan Island, taking a scenic flight over the area, attending an outdoor summer concert in the park and horseback riding. </p>
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What to do and see in Ibaraki, Kinki: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Discover the best top things to do in Ibaraki, Japan including Soji-ji Temple Hondo, Ibaraki Kasugaoka Church, Daimon-ji Temple, Senso-ji Temple, the Farm UNIVERSAL osaka, Tsubaki Shogunate's Inn (Koriyama-shuku Shogunate's Inn), Sojiji Temple, Hochi-ji Temple, Ibaraki Shrine, Bentenshu Meioji Temple.
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Things to do in Calascibetta, Sicily: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Discover the best top things to do in Calascibetta, Italy including Villaggio Bizantino di Vallone Canalotto, Chiesa di Santa Maria Maggiore Calascibetta, Santuario Madonna del Buon Riposo, Chiesa di S.Pietro, Necropoli Pantalicana di Realmese, Chiesa di Sant’Antonio, Chiesa di S.Domenico, Chiesa di San Francesco D’Assisi (Convento dei Frati Cappuccini), Chiesa di S.Barbara, Chiesa Maria SS. del monte Carmelo.
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What to do and see in Naupactus, West Greece: The Best Multi-day Tours
Nafpaktos (Greek: Ναύπακτος) is a town and a former municipality in Aetolia-Acarnania, West Greece, Greece, situated on a bay on the north coast of the Gulf of Corinth, 3 km (2 mi) west of the mouth of the river Mornos.
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Top 10 Things to do in Bad Bentheim, Lower Saxony
Bad Bentheim ( (help·info)) is a town in Lower Saxony, Germany in the district of Grafschaft Bentheim on the borders of North Rhine-Westphalia and the Netherlands roughly 15 km south of Nordhorn and 20 km northeast of Enschede. It is also a state-recognized thermal brine and sulphur spa town, hence the designation Bad (“Bath”). Also to be found in Bad Bentheim is the castle Burg Bentheim, the town’s emblem. Its residents are commonly known as “Badman Bentheimers”.
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The 10 Best Fun Activities & Games in Central Romania, Transylvania
Discover the best top things to do in Central Romania, Romania including Club Arta, Mystery Rooms Escape, Natural High Climbing Gym, Season Hill, Obscuria Escape Rooms, Bullet Paint Brasov, LifeForce, Centrul de Agrement si Divertisment Poiana Brasov, Le & Le Games, Time Trap Escape Room.
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10 Tours in Morbihan That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Morbihan, France including Guided Segway Tour - Menhirs Escape - 1h30, Private Transfer from Saint-Malo to Paris - Up to 7 People, Luxury Taxi Service, Laser Adventure Game, Traveling Laser Game, Family treasure hunt "The secret of Saint-Clément's treasure", Paris Exclusive : City Highlights and Family Tour (Premium & Private), Inflatable paddle day rental, Discovery Flight Over Brittany and Ile de Groix, Duo Heritage Pass.
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What to do and see in Awendaw, Coastal South Carolina: The Best Nature & Parks
Discover the best top things to do in Awendaw, United States including Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge, The Center for Birds of Prey, Awendaw Passage, Sewee Visitor & Environmental Education Center, Palmetto Trail, Seewee Shell Ring Boardwalk.
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10 Bus Tours in Mathura That You Shouldn't Miss
Mathura ( pronunciation (help·info)) is a city in the North Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 kilometres (31 mi) north of Agra, and 145 kilometres (90 mi) south-east of Delhi; about 11 kilometres (6.8 mi) from the town of Vrindavan, and 22 kilometres (14 mi) from Govardhan. It is the administrative centre of Mathura district of Uttar Pradesh. In ancient times, Mathura was an economic hub, located at the junction of important caravan routes. The 2011 Census of India estimated the population of Mathura to be 441,894.
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What to do and see in Tashkent, Tashkent Province: The Best Transportation
Tashkent (/ˌtæʃˈkɛnt/; Uzbek: Toshkent, Тошкент, تاشكېنت, [tɒʃˈkent]; Russian: Ташкент, [tɐʂˈkʲɛnt]) is the capital and largest city of Uzbekistan, as well as the most populated city in Central Asia with a population in 2012 of 2,309,300. It is located in the north-east of the country close to the Kazakhstan border.
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Top 5 River Rafting & Tubing in Park City, Utah (UT)
Only 35 minutes from the SLC Airport, Park City's rugged beauty is complemented by over 100 restaurants and bars, open air concerts, numerous spas and health clubs, plays, independent film screenings, a series of world-class events and festivals, and as many kinds of lodging as there are people. If you're into thrills, try out the summertime version of the bobsled at the Utah Olympic Park or challenge yourself at one of several area golf courses.
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Things to do in Ensenada Municipality, Baja California Norte: The Best Scuba & Snorkeling
Discover the best top things to do in Ensenada Municipality, Baja California including Baja Blue Diver, Yoselin Charters, Nautilus Liveaboards, Freebird Sport Fishing, Bajaproscubadivers, Mares Dive Center Padi, Ricardo's Diving Tours.
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Top 5 Water & Amusement Parks in Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago
Looking for a Caribbean cultural melting pot renowned for its Carnival and pulsating to the beat of steel drums, soca music, and calypso? Trinidad is also lined with relaxing beaches and rainforest waterfalls. Nature watching is colorfully kaleidoscopic, with over 450 bird, 600 butterfly, and 700 orchid species. Golf, hiking, mountain biking, surfing, kayaking, fishing, and boating are among the outdoor pastimes. Cool off with fresh cane juice and sea moss milkshakes. Vegetarian food is plentiful. Eat curries and explore India’s influence at Maha Sabha Indian Caribbean Museum and the Waterloo Temple over the sea. Visit Port of Spain, and stroll and jog in Queen’s Park Savannah, near the Botanical Gardens, Emperor Valley Zoo, and Magnificent Seven buildings. The Savannah attracts truckloads of fresh coconuts, and doubles men sell coveted aloo pies. Walk around Independence Square and the Brian Lara Promenade. The Central Bank Money Museum in downtown’s financial district displays doubloons, gold bars, and Slave Savings Bank memorabilia. View Columbus Square’s 1836 Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Parliament meets in Woodford Square’s Red House. King’s Wharf is where cruise ships and Tobago ferries dock. The Venezuela ferry docks at Williams Bay. Near the Chaguaramas Military History & Aerospace Museum is a marina with yachts, sailboats, dry docks, and boat hires. The South Quay’s Fort San Andreas, built by Spain in the 1700s, has a small Port of Spain history museum branch of the National Museum and Art Gallery of Trinidad and Tobago.
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Top 7 Bus Transportation in Dubai, Emirate of Dubai
Dubai is a destination that mixes modern culture with history, adventure with world-class shopping and entertainment. Catch a show at the Dubai Opera, see downtown from atop the Burj Khalifa and spend an afternoon along Dubai Creek exploring the gold, textile and spice souks. If you’re looking for thrills, you can float above the desert dunes in a hot air balloon, climb aboard a high-speed ride at IMG Worlds of Adventure or skydive over the Palm Jumeirah.
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What to do and see in Negros Occidental, Visayas: The Best Historic Sites
Negros Occidental (Hiligaynon: Negros Nakatundan; Cebuano: Kasadpang Negros; Filipino: Kanlurang Negros), also known as Occidental Negros or Western Negros, is a province located in the region of Western Visayas, in the Philippines. It occupies the northwestern half of the large island of Negros, with Negros Oriental comprising the southeastern half. Known as the "Sugarbowl of the Philippines", Negros Occidental produces more than half the nation's sugar output.