Armagh (/ɑːrˈmɑː/ ar-MAH; from Irish Ard Mhacha /ɑɾd̪ˠˈwaxə/, meaning 'Macha's height') is the county town of County Armagh and a city in Northern Ireland, as well as a civil parish. It is the ecclesiastical capital of Ireland – the seat of the Archbishops of Armagh, the Primates of All Ireland for both the Roman Catholic Church and the Church of Ireland. In ancient times, nearby Navan Fort (Eamhain Mhacha) was a pagan ceremonial site and one of the great royal capitals of Gaelic Ireland. Today, Armagh is home to two cathedrals (both named after Saint Patrick) and the Armagh Observatory, and is known for its Georgian architecture.
Delectable dim sum, floating islands, and a one-of-a-kind skyline are just some of Hong Kong’s unique features. Get an eyeful of traditional Chinese architecture in Ngong Ping village, then take the tram to the tippity-top of Victoria Peak for unparalleled views. The rocks and gentle hills of Nan Lian Garden will bring you inner peace, as will a calming cup of tea in a Stanley café. Become one with everything at the Chi Lin Nunnery, a serene Buddhist complex.
Woking (/ˈwoʊkɪŋ/) is a town in northwest Surrey, England. It is at the southwestern edge of the Greater London Urban Area and is a part of the London commuter belt, with frequent trains and a journey time of approximately 24 minutes to Waterloo station. Woking is 23 miles (37 km) southwest of Charing Cross in central London. Woking town itself, excluding the surrounding district, has a population of 62,796, with the whole local government district (the borough of Woking) having a population of 99,500 (mid-2011 estimate). Woking has been a Conservative area since the constituency was created in 1950, with Jonathan Lord re-elected as its Member of Parliament in the 2017 General Election.
Nebraska has something for everyone. From cowboys to wine industry, you’ll find many attractions when you visit this Great Plains state. If you are planning a family vacation to Nebraska, you won’t want to miss the Lincoln Children's Zoo in the state capital. Featuring more than 400 animals, you and the kids can see Amur leopards, Bactrian camels, river otters, eagles, crocodiles, reindeer, and more. At the zoo’s Butterfly Pavilion you can watch as butterflies emerge from their cocoon. The Aquacourt Family Water Park in Hastings features a wave pool, climbing wall and waterslides. In Omaha, Nebraska’s largest city, you won’t want to miss the Omaha Children's Museum. For history buffs, Lincoln is your place. This city is home to the Nebraska History Museum, with permanent exhibits that interpret more than 12,000 years of human experience on the Plains. You can make history personal in Lincoln with a visit to the Nebraska State Historical Society Headquarters, where you can research your family history. Omaha is also home to The Durham Museum, featuring restored train cars, 1940's storefronts and other historical artifacts. For a bit of Nebraska heritage, make sure you visit Front Street and Cowboy Museum in Ogallala and the Tri-State Old Time Cowboys Memorial Museum in Gordon. Learn about the area’s wine industry and history on a Nebraska Cork & Bottle Tour through Raymond, Pawnee City, Lexington and St. Paul, sampling fine wines and taking in the scenic views.
Zuberec is a village in northern Slovakia and a popular tourist center at the foothills of the Western Tatras. Zuberec features numerous accommodation facilities, restaurants, museum and a tourist information office.
Discover the best top things to do in Sigatoka, Fiji including Hot Glass Fiji, Natadola Beach, Vatukarasa Village, Baravi Handcrafts, Tappoo.
Bracknell is a town and civil parish in Berkshire, England, the westernmost area within the Greater London Urban Area and the administrative centre of the Borough of Bracknell Forest. It lies 11 miles (18 km) to the east of Reading, 9 miles (14 km) south of Maidenhead, 10 miles (16 km) southwest of Windsor and 34 miles (55 km) west of central London.
Discover the best top things to do in Velp, The Netherlands including Mtbclinic. NL, Geologisch Museum Velp, Vincentiuskerkje Velp, Rode Nonnen Klooster, Studio26, Sauna & Beauty Velp.
Yes, Cape May is, technically, on the Jersey Shore. But it’s the antithesis of the Jersey Shore you’ll see on TV—instead of nightclubs and tanning parlors, you’ll find Victorian mansions and a famous lighthouse.
Discover the best top things to do in Warwickshire, United Kingdom including Pottery Dottery, The Old Slaughterhouse Heritage and Arts Centre, Montpellier Gallery, Althorpe Studios & Gallery, East Lodge Gallery, Rugby Art Gallery & Museum - FREE ENTRY, Foster Frames, White Light Gallery, Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum, Whitewall Gallery.
Discover the best top things to do in Kitakata, Japan including Shingu Kumano Shrine Nagatoko, Kai Honke Kurazashiki, Kitakata Kura no Sato, Nitchusen Memorial Bike and Pedestrian Path, Jigenji Temple, Ganjoji Temple, Kanezawa Toge, Iidesan Shrine, Kitakata Kirari Farm, Former Residence of Kai Family.
Discover the best top things to do in Trezzo sull'Adda, Italy including Pasticceria Cerliani, Centrale idroelettrica Alessandro Taccani, Santuario Di Concesa, Oasi Le Foppe, Escape Room Intrappola.TO, Leonardo 500, Ruel, Castello Visconteo, Live Music Club, Chiesa SS. MM. Gervaso e Protaso.
Located at the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Cherokee is the headquarters for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. Signs around town are in English and Cherokee, and the city itself is anchored by the Harrah's Cherokee Casino. The tourist-oriented area is rich in outdoor activities for the entire family. The tribe runs a botanical garden, cultural museum, Indian village recreation, historical dramas, and an arts and crafts center.
Discover the best top things to do in Hartford, United States including Quechee Gorge, Simon Pearce Mill, Route 4 Glassblowing Studio, Vermont Spirits, Quechee Gorge Village Vermont Antique Mall, Antiques Collaborative, Vermont Alpaca Store & Living the Dream Alpaca Farm, Quechee Bridge.
Discover the best top things to do in Washington, United States including Institute for American Indian Studies, THE WELL at Mayflower Inn, HIckory Stick Bookshop, Hollister House Garden, Wigwam Escape, Averill Farm, Steep Rock Preserve, The Washington Art Association & Gallery, Hidden Valley Preserve, Starberry Farm.
Discover the best top things to do in Mondovi, Italy including Mercato Contadino, Museo della Ceramica, Piazza Maggiore, Chiesa di San Francesco Saverio, Chiesa Santi Pietro e Paolo, Giardini del Belvedere, Museo Della Stampa, Chiesa della Missione, Duomo di San Donato, Mondovicino Outlet Village.
Situated above the Arctic Circle and beneath the Auroral Oval, the beautiful fishing village of Bodo enjoys spectacular views of the Northern Lights and, in the summer, the Midnight Sun. Nearby Saltstraumen is the site of the world’s strongest tidal current, which creates epic whirlpools and draws an abundance of fish. Explore local churches and herb gardens, and don’t miss the excellent Aviation Museum.
The Greek city of Naxos is steeped in mythological mystique and ancient history. The purported home of Dionysus, the Greek god of wine, is fringed with glorious beaches, collisions of turquoise waters and sapphire horizons. The ruins of The Portara frame the sky like a door to another world, while renovated Venetian mansions offer a glimpse into the upper crust of yesteryear. The 13th-century castle is simply breathtaking.
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