French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.
The Algarve's sunny shores offer perfect escapes for all types, from those seeking the hot nightlife of flashy, energetic Lagos to those desiring secluded stays in rambling Sagres. Portugal's most southerly region offers historical attractions in former Moorish capital Silves and fascinating Tavira, great golf, fabulous beaches from Praia da Luz to Armacao de Pera, thermal springs at Caldas de Monchique, and miles of limestone caves and grottoes, cliffs and bays along its rugged coastline.
Discover the best top things to do in La Gruyere, Switzerland including Gruyeres Castle, Chateau de Bulle, Burgruine Bellegarde - Ruine Bellegarde, Chateau D'En Bas, Chateau de Vaulruz.
Best known as the birthplace of St. Francis, Italy's patron saint, Assisi lies amid Umbria's rolling hills. Religious pilgrims have come here for centuries to visit the Basilica of San Francesco (where St. Francis is buried) and the Basilica of Santa Chiara (to see the tomb of St. Clare). Visit the Eremo delle Carceri to see caves where medieval hermits withdrew from the world. (You may find such solitude quite appealing—especially if you're here on a daytrip from Rome!)
Discover the best top things to do in Province of Munster, Ireland including Kilmacthomas Railway Viaduct, Mary Elmes Bridge, Old Weir Bridge, Sarsfield Bridge, Carrigadrohid Castle, Old Bridge, Daly's Bridge, Cromwell's Bridge, Thomond Bridge, Donovan's Bridge.
Generally a quiet place graced with lovely terrain for strolling, Glastonbury is very busy in the summer because of its music festival. Best known for contemporary music, the festival has attracted almost 200,000 people in recent years (whereas Glastonbury's full-time population is only 9,000 or so). There are a number of historical monuments to see in the area, including Glastonbury Lake Village, Glastonbury Abbey and the Somerset Rural Life Museum. We can't say that the weather is always good, but on a sunny day you can't go wrong!
Discover the best top things to do in Rhone, France including WeRide Lyon Indoor Bike Park, Vieux Lyon, Colline de Fourviere, Musee du Cinema et de la Miniature, Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon, Gallo-Roman Museum, Theatres Romains de Fourviere, The Presqu'ile, Mur des Canuts, Parc de la Tete d'Or.
Dunhuang ( listen (help·info)) is a county-level city in northwestern Gansu Province, Western China. The 2000 Chinese census reported a population of 187,578 in this city. Dunhuang was a major stop on the ancient Silk Road and is best known for the nearby Mogao Caves. It has also been known at times as Shazhou and, in Uyghur, Dukhan.
Discover the best top things to do in Skopje Region, Republic of North Macedonia including St. Nikola Sisevski, St Saviour, St. Nedela, Church of St. Panteleimon, Holy Savior Church, Marko's Monastery, Church of the Ascension of Jesus, Church of St. Clement of Ohrid, Church of Saint Dimitrija, Catholic Cathedral of Skopje.
Discover the best top things to do in Southern Mexico, Southern Mexico including Zona Arqueologica de Monte Alban, Gallery Studio Cerrillo, Arteria Chiapas, Museo Jtatik Samuel, Steps in San Cristobal, Enzue, LeK Museo - Arte - Galeria, Corazon de Jade, Museo Jardin, Europa Galeria De Arte, Casa Kuxtal.
Smack in the center of Romania is Brasov, a harmonious mash-up of traditional charm and modern city life. Ride a double-decker bus around the city to get your bearings and see the sites whiz by, then hop off to squeeze down Strada Sforii, the narrowest street in Europe. Take a day trip to see the fortified church of Prejmer, the Libearty brown bear sanctuary, and the deliciously ominous Bran Castle, otherwise known as Dracula’s Castle.
The Cyclades is a group of Greek islands with beautiful, white sandy beaches, rugged mountains and lush valleys. Glamorous Santorini and Mykonos attract the jetset, while lesser-known isles, such as Milos and Naxos, are the perfect places for beach lovers. Ruins, including the 11th-century Dorian settlement and volcanic ash-preserved Ancient Akrotiri in Santorini, amaze those with a bent for ancient history. Sifnos' cuisine wins it admirers. Hydrofoils, ferries and catamarans connect the islands.
Ternopil Oblast (Ukrainian: Тернопільська область, translit. Ternopilska oblast; also referred to as Ternopilshchyna - Ukrainian: Тернопільщина, Polish: Obwód Tarnopolski) is an oblast (province) of Ukraine. Its administrative center is Ternopil, through which flows the Seret River, a tributary of the Dnister.
Taking a light aircraft flight over the plains 200 miles south of Lima is the best way to appreciate the Nasca Lines, the World Heritage-designated geoglyphs etched into the stony desert surface. The creators and meaning behind these startlingly precise abstracts and animal figures remain a mystery, but their 1939 discovery launched a steady swarm of tourists upon this tiny town – accessible via bus from Lima, Cusco and Arequipa.
Discover the best top things to do in Rewa, India including Govindgarh Palace, Rewa Fort, Keoti Falls, Bahuti Falls, Chachai Falls, Purwa Falls, Rani Talab, White Tiger Safari Rewa, Venkat Bhavan, Baghael Museum.
The former capital of the Vijayanagara Empire, Hampi remains an essential religious hub, housing the Virupaksha, Lakshmi Narasimha, Hemakuta Hill, Big Shivlinga and Vithala temples. The architectural ruins of Hampi are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Rock-climbing enthusiasts will adore Hampi, considered the bouldering capital of India, and the city’s rocky landscape, dotted with ancient temple ruins, makes for a unique climbing experience.
Rome wasn't built in a day--and you'll need much more than a day to take in this timeless city. The city is a real-life collage of piazzas, open-air markets, and astonishing historic sites. Toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain, contemplate the Colosseum and the Pantheon, and sample a perfect espresso or gelato before spending an afternoon shopping at the Campo de’Fiori or Via Veneto. Enjoy some of the most memorable meals of your life here, too, from fresh pasta to succulent fried artichokes or a tender oxtail stew.
Discover the best top things to do in Denizli Province, Turkey including Pamukkale Tandem Paragliding, Pamukkale Thermal Pools, Hierapolis & Pamukkale, Pamukkale Natural Park, Mount Honaz National Park, Cleopatra Pools.
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