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Things to do in Skopje, Skopje Region: The Best Cultural Tours

After belonging to many empires over time (including Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman, and most recently Yugoslavian), Macedonia gained its independence in 1991, and Skopje, with about half a million people, is its largest city and capital. Despite its age, the city looks quite modern, owing to a massive 1963 earthquake that destroyed 75% of its buildings. Skopje has long been shared by Christians and Muslims, who still come together at the fascinating Old Bazaar, one of the Balkans' largest markets.

What to do and see in Cividate Camuno, Lombardy: The Best Sights & Landmarks

Discover the best top things to do in Cividate Camuno, Italy including Parco Archeologico del Teatro e dell'Anfiteatro, Casa Tovini, Casa Malaguzzi, Torre Federici, Chiesa di Santo Stefano, Chiesa di Santa Maria Assunta.

What to do and see in Dorking, England: The Best Food & Drink

Dorking /ˈdɔːr.kɪŋ/ is a market town in Surrey, England between Ranmore Common in the North Downs range of hills and Leith Hill in the Greensand Ridge, centred 21 miles (34 km) from London.

Things to do in Portsmouth, New Hampshire (NH): The Best Nightlife

Don your walking shoes, breathe in the ocean air and set out to discover this picturesque maritime town. You can join one of several organized walking tours or explore on your own. Portsmouth is filled with old homes and museums, and you'll have your pick of fascinating historic sites. Climb aboard the USS Albacore, a retired U.S. Navy submarine offering tours and exhibits. View an 18th-century garden, striking stairway and period furniture at the Moffatt Ladd House, the home of William Whipple, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, or follow a costumed guide through the John Paul Jones House, home of the Revolutionary War naval hero. For a broader look at the city's history, visit Strawbery Banke Museum, where over 40 buildings have been assembled to depict Portsmouth life from 1695 to 1950, complete with costumed actors. If you know architecture, Portsmouth's array of Colonial, Federalist and Neo-classical styles will dazzle you. Weary of walking? Sit down for a meal at one of Portsmouth's fine eateries or relax on a narrated harbor or whale-watching cruise.

Top 10 Nightlife in Key West, Florida (FL)

Does time ever pass in the Florida Keys? Everyone and everything in Key West seems to go at its own pace, right down to the ice melting slooooowly in your margarita glass. Of course, it’s not all limes and leisure – Key West is known as the “Winter White House” because of its appeal to visiting U.S. presidents, and the island has been home to literary greats like Ernest Hemingway and Tennessee Williams. The diving here is phenomenal, as is the kid-friendly Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center.

The 8 Best Other Outdoor Activities in Brisbane Region, Queensland

Discover the best top things to do in Brisbane Region, Australia including Pinnacle Sports, Settlement Cove, Mt Coot-tha, Daisy Hill Conservation Park, Redcliffe Lagoon, Adventure Junkies, Bilgoman Aquatic Centre, Iceworld Acacia Ridge.

What to do and see in , Chicago Southland: The Best Nature & Parks

Discover the best top things to do in , United States including Bremen Grove Dog Park, Chicago Portage National Historic Site, Hickory Creek Preserve, Lake Katherine Nature Center, Forest View Farms, Swallow Cliff Stairs, Hidden Pond Woods, Commissioners Park, Worth Waterfalls, Orland Park Nature Center.

Top 7 Sights & Landmarks in , Piedmont

Discover the best top things to do in , Italy including Santuario di Santa Cristina di Verzuolo, Chiesa Santa Maria della Scala, Chiesa dei Santi Filippo e Giacomo, Chiesa S. Andrea, Chiesa S. Bartolomeo, Resti del ricetto e Castello di Verzuolo, Borgo Medievale di Verzuolo.

Top 6 Sacred & Religious Sites in Kitatsuru-gun, Chubu

Discover the best top things to do in Kitatsuru-gun, Japan including Nagasaku Kannon-do, Yagyu Shrine, Yahata Shrine, Kumano Shrine, Mitaka Forest, Tokyo Okutama Busshari Tower.

Things to do in Rapallo, Liguria: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks

A port city of about 30,000 on Italy’s Ligurian Coast, Rapallo lies on the Tigullio Gulf about 15 miles southeast of Genoa. The 16th-century Castello sul Mare (Castle-on-the-Sea) is Rapallo’s most prominent landmark, sitting as it does smack in the harbor. The sixth-century Basilica of Santi Gervasio e Protasio is also worth a visit. For a real treat, take the bus or the funivia (cable car) to the sanctuary of Nostra Signora di Montallegro (Our Lady of Montallegro), which offers stunning views.

What to do and see in Canada, Canada: The Best Wedding Chapels

World class skiing, decadent European style cuisine, ornamental cathedrals, peaceful island life…Canada is a patchwork of thriving cities and majestic wilderness. Montreal beckons travelers with its French charm and booming cultural landscape. In Toronto, the Art Gallery of Ontario is a vision of Frank Gehry architecture and national artistic treasures. The gleaming mountain ranges of Banff set a stunning backdrop for an exploration of the Canadian Rockies.

Top 10 Multi-day Tours in Province of Salerno, Campania

The Province of Salerno (Italian: Provincia di Salerno) is a province in the Campania region of Italy.

The 6 Best Air Tours in Pune, Maharashtra

Education, the arts and music are staples of life in the culture-rich city of Pune. The Pataleshwar Cave Temple, dating to the eighth century and dedicated to the god of the underworld, is a marvel of rock-cut architecture. For a panoramic city view, climb to temple-topped Parvati Hill.

6 Outdoor Activities in Mazagon That You Shouldn't Miss

Discover the best top things to do in Mazagon, Spain including Playa de Rompeculos, Andalucia Nature Trips, Playa Del Parador, Playa de Mazagon, Playa Torre de Rio de Oro, Arte Andaluz.

Top 10 Nightlife in Poole, England

Coordinates: 50°43′N 1°59′W / 50.717°N 1.983°W / 50.717; -1.983

Top 10 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Northern Argentina, Northern Argentina

Discover the best top things to do in Northern Argentina, Argentina including Quebrada del Rio de las Conchas, Ruta de los Seismiles, San Francisco Pass, Patio del Indio Froilan, Ocloyas, Casa de Gobierno de Jujuy, Volcan Incahuasi, Plaza 9 de Julio, Viaducto de la polvorilla, Cachi.

Top 10 Churches & Cathedrals in Leon, Castile and Leon

Discover the best top things to do in Leon, Spain including Guias Legio, Santa Maria de Leon Cathedral, Parroquia Nuestra Senora Del Mercado, Museo Catedralicio Diocesano, Iglesia de San Martin, Iglesia San Marcelo, Iglesia de San Salvador de Palat del Rey, Iglesia Santa Marina La Real, La Catedral de la Montana, Parroquia de Nuestra Senora del Rosario.

10 Hidden Gems Things to do in Dubai That You Shouldn't Miss

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.