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The 10 Best Free Things to do in Gdansk, Northern Poland

One of Poland’s most beautiful cities, Gdansk, on the Baltic Sea, has played major roles in history, especially in the 20th-century. It was the 1939 flash point of World War II, and then in 1980, the birthplace of the Solidarnosc labor movement, ushering the end of Communist domination in Eastern Europe. Gdansk’s Old Town, painstakingly reconstructed to its Hanseatic League glory after being leveled in World War II, is a highlight. The 14th-century Town Hall houses the city’s historical museum.

The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Ueno, Kanto

Discover the best top things to do in Ueno, Japan including Ameyoko Shopping Street, Ueno District, Marishiten Tokudaiji Temple, Yoshiike Honten, Panda Bridge, Okachimachi Ekimae Street, Okachimachi Panda Hiroba, Ueno Nakadori Shotengai, Monument of The Birthplace of Tohoku Joetsu Shinkansen Ueno Station The Invited Residents Movement, Japan Rubber Manufacturing Industry Monument.

Things to do in Kingston, Kingston Parish: The Best Day Trips from

Far from the north coast resort towns, Kingston is Jamaica at its most authentic, a sprawling city of contrasts spread between the east coast and the Blue Mountains. Kingston's diversity is reflected in its disparate neighborhoods, from the wealthy northern suburbs to the less affluent downtown. Travelers can discover the spirit of One Love at the Bob Marley Museum, or sample delicious ice cream at Devon House. Nearby, the former capital of Spanish Town offers insight into the area's history.

9 Gardens in Oklahoma That You Shouldn't Miss

With hundreds of man-made lakes, state parks, casinos, museums and nightlife and dining opportunities in revitalized downtown areas in Oklahoma City and Tulsa, there is a lot to see and do in the Sooner State. The state is dotted with phenomenal lakes where swimming, boating and bass fishing are the most desired activities. Some of the state’s most popular lakes include Broken Bow Lake located near the Quachita Mountains; Grand Lake in the northeastern corner of the state at the foothills of the Ozark Mountains and Lake Murray in the hills in the southern part of the state. While the state is known for its many outdoor activities like great fishing, golf, hiking, canoeing and boating, make sure you don’t overlook its fantastic museums. Heading the list are Gilcrease Museum in Tulsa, featuring the world’s largest collection of art and artifacts from the American West; the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City, which tells the story of the American Cowboy; and the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, which has a permanent collection of American and European art. A venerable family favorite activity is Frontier City Amusement Park in Oklahoma City, which has dozens of rides and shows.

5 Castles in Faaborg-MidtFunen Municipality That You Shouldn't Miss

Discover the best top things to do in Faaborg-MidtFunen Municipality, Denmark including Sandholt Gods, Brahetrolleborg Slot, Arreskov Slot, Holstenshuus Slot, Nielstrup Hovedgaard.

What to do and see in Licodia Eubea, Sicily: The Best Things to do

Discover the best top things to do in Licodia Eubea, Italy including Grotta dei Santi, Castello Santapau, Lago di Licodia Invaso Dirillo, Basilica di Santa Margherita Vergine e Martire, Parrocchia di Santa Maria degli Angeli, Palazzo Mugnos.

Things to do in Province of Pisa, Tuscany: The Best Walking Tours

The Province of Pisa (Italian: Provincia di Pisa) is a province in the Tuscany region of central Italy. Its capital is the city of Pisa. With an area of 2,448 square kilometres (945 sq mi) and a total population of 421,642 (As of 2014), it is the second most populous and fifth largest province of Tuscany. It is subdivided into 37 comuni. With a history dating back to the Etruscans and Phoenicians, the province achieved considerable power and influence in the Mediterranean in the 12th and 13th centuries. Pisa, the provincial capital, is well known for its Leaning Tower which attracts tourists to the area with many historic landmarks.

7 Art Galleries in Cortona That You Shouldn't Miss

Perhaps best known these days as the setting for the book and movie “Under the Tuscan Sun,” gorgeous hillside Cortona has a long history dating back even before its time as an important Etruscan center. Top attractions include the Duomo (Cathedral), the small Museo Diocesano across the piazza with its superb art collection, and the fascinating Museo dell'Accademia Etrusca with its assembly of Etruscan and Roman era items. Cortona is also bursting with splendid churches spanning many periods.

The 6 Best Multi-day Tours in Province of Viterbo, Lazio

The province of Viterbo (Italian: provincia di Viterbo) is a province in the region of Lazio in Italy. Its provincial capital is the city of Viterbo. In the north, the province is bordered by the provinces of Grosseto and Siena, in the north-east with the provinces of Rieti and Terni, in the west with the Tyrrhenian Sea, and to the south by the province of Rome.

Things to do in Okinawa Prefecture, Okinawa Prefecture: The Best Farmers Markets

Discover the best top things to do in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan including Farmers Market Haebaru Kugani Market, Yamazato Yuntaku Market, Wide Market, Keiben Station Kariyushi Market, Hainushi Ima, Shima no Eki Miyako Sakurazaka Ichiba, Kogennoeki Nanjo, Myakunoajichokubaijo, Farmers Market Chatan Nilai Market, Central Wholesale Market.

The 6 Best Things to do in Kearney, Missouri (MO)

Kearney /ˈkɑːrni/ is a city in Clay County, Missouri, United States. The population per the 2010 U.S. Census was 8,381. It is most famous for being the birthplace of Jesse James, and there is an annual festival in the third weekend of September to recognize the notorious outlaw.

5 Hiking Trails in Space Coast That You Shouldn't Miss

Discover the best top things to do in Space Coast, United States including Maritime Hammock Sanctuary, Brevard County Erna Nixon Park, Brevard Zoo Linear Park, Palm Bay Regional Park, Coconut Point Sanctuary.

Top 3 Seafood food in Sestola, Province of Modena, Italy

Discover Restaurants offering the best Seafood food in Sestola, Province of Modena, Italy including La Zucca Felice, Il Riccio d'Oro, Laghetti Le Sorgenti

What to do and see in Tuscany, Italy: The Best Lighthouses

Tuscany (/ˈtʌskəni/ TUSK-ə-nee; Italian: Toscana, pronounced [toˈskaːna]) is a region in central Italy with an area of about 23,000 square kilometres (8,900 square miles) and a population of about 3.8 million inhabitants (2013). The regional capital is Florence (Firenze).

Things to do in Haute-Loire, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes: The Best Boat Tours & Water Sports

Discover the best top things to do in Haute-Loire, France including Canoe Kayak Val d' Allier, ECOLE DE PAGAIE DU VELAY / VELAY EAUX VIVES, Capitainerie de Bonneval, Sportival Haut-Allier, Lac de Lavalette.

What to do and see in Province of Agrigento, Sicily: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do

The Province of Agrigento (Italian: Provincia di Agrigento; Sicilian: Pruvincia di Girgenti) is a province in the autonomous island region of Sicily in Italy, situated on its south-western coast. It has an area of 3,041.90 square kilometres (1,174.48 sq mi), and a total population of 474,493. There are 43 comunes (Italian: comuni) in the province.

10 Things to do Good for Kids in Cali That You Shouldn't Miss

The site of the 2013 World Games, Cali is the sporting epicenter of Colombia. Pristine golf courses and countless opportunities for adventure sports in local parks, mountains and deserts are a big draw. Cultural attractions in Cali reflect the area’s rich indigenous history and European influence. Visit an archaeological park to experience tombs, ruins and cave paintings, or celebrate with the locals at a cultural festival. Show off your salsa in a lively nightclub, then spend the next morning recovering with an aromatic cup of that famous Colombian coffee.

What to do and see in Loire, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes: The Best Room Escape Games

Discover the best top things to do in Loire, France including S-Cape GAME Saint-Etienne, Le Contenoir, Games, Can You Escape, Peaky Gamers - Escape Game, Ingenious Escape Game, L'Azyle, 1909 Escape Game - Saint Etienne, Last Door Escape Game, Laser Game Evolution Roanne.