Known as Stalingrad during much of the Soviet era, Volgograd is now an important industrial city of just over a million people. During World War II, the hill of Mamayev Kurgan was one of the bloodiest locales of the Battle of Stalingrad (the deadliest battle in history, claiming a million and a half lives), and is now the site of a memorial complex. The Panorama Museum, named for the massive Battle of Stalingrad panoramic painting it houses, is another of the city’s most popular attractions.
Ludwigsburg (German pronunciation: [ˈlʊtvɪçsˌbʊrk]) is a city in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, about 12 kilometres (7.5 mi) north of Stuttgart city centre, near the river Neckar. It is the largest and primary city of the Ludwigsburg district with about 88,000 inhabitants. It is situated within the Stuttgart Region, and the district is part of the administrative region (Regierungsbezirk) of Stuttgart.
Discover the best top things to do in Shepparton, Australia including Victoria Park Lake, Moooving Art Shepparton, Greater Shepparton Visitor Centre, All Abilities Playground, Shepparton Marketplace Shopping Centre, Australian Botanic Gardens Shepparton, Communications Tower.
Discover the best top things to do in Northeast Romania, Romania including Sucevita Monastery, Parcul Copou, Bojdeauca lui Ion Creanga, Parcul National Ceahlau, Manastirea Voronet, Manastirea Sfinkii Trei Ierarhi, Catedrala Mitropolitana „Sfanta Cuvioasa Parascheva”, Palatul Culturii, Lake Izvorul Muntelui (Lake Bicaz), Putna Monastery.
Discover the best top things to do in Magdalena Department, Colombia including Ciudad Perdida, Quinta de San Pedro Alejandrino, Parque Nacional Natural Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Cristal Beach, Cascadas de Marinka, Museo del Cacao de Minca, Playa Blanca, Parque de Los Novios, Playaca, Playa Grande.
Discover the best top things to do in Eastern Norway, Norway including Viking Ship Museum, Holmenkollen Ski Museum, Kon-Tiki Museum, Maihaugen Open-Air Museum, Norsk Folkemuseum, The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet, Fram Museum, Oslo Fjord, Frogner Park, Vigeland Park.
Ponferrada (Spanish pronunciation: [pomfeˈraða], from the Latin Pons Ferrata, Iron Bridge) is the capital city of El Bierzo in the Province of León, Spain. It lies on Sil River and it is completely surrounded by mountains. It is the last major town on the French route of the Camino de Santiago before it reaches Santiago de Compostela. In 2008, it had a population of 69,769.
San Rafael (/ˌsæn rəˈfɛl/ SAN rə-FEL; Spanish pronunciation: [san rafaˈel] "Saint Raphael") is a city and the county seat of Marin County, California, United States. The city is located in the North Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area. As of the 2010 census the city's population is 57,713.
Discover the best top things to do in Lujan, Argentina including Basilica de Lujan, Museos & Cripta Basilica Nuestra Senora De Lujan, Complejo Museografico Provincial Enrique Udaondo, Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, La Casa de Pepa Galarza, Plaza Belgrano.
So many of Madrid’s buildings look like castles, you’ll think you’ve stumbled into a fairytale. Even City Hall is astounding, with its white pinnacles and neo-Gothic features. A self-guided architecture tour can begin by the great bear statue in the central Puerta del Sol. Wander by the fanciful Royal Palace before absorbing the natural beauty of Retiro Park, then visit one of the city’s many museums. You could happily cap off each day by nibbling on forkfuls of paella while sipping Spanish rioja.
Scottsdale has more spas per capita than any other city in the U.S.—so whether you’re looking for the latest medi-spa technology or a new-agey, bohemian vibe, there’s sure to be something for you. It's a good thing, too—after spending all day touring the beautiful desert, you'll be grateful for some pampering.
The museums of Lisbon celebrate the rich history and culture of this Portuguese capital city. The Maritime Museum is perfect for kids (and grown-ups!) who adore all things nautical, while the Casa-Museu Dr. Anastácio Gonçalves is a hidden gem of colorful artwork. To fully appreciate the city’s dramatic stone architecture you can take a guided walking tour, or customize your own tour, making sure to visit the Padrao dos Descobrimentos, the Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, and the UNESCO World Heritage site the Torre de Belem.
Discover the best top things to do in Northeast Romania, Romania including Dacian Fortress, Muzeul de Etnografie/ County Museum of Ethnography, Equestrian Statue of Stephen the Great, Teatrul Tineretului, Museum of Water Mihai Bacescu - Muzeul Apelor Mihai Bacescu, Manastirea Popauki/ Popauki Monastery, Casa Moscovici, Moldovita Monastery, Lake Izvorul Muntelui (Lake Bicaz), Manastirea rupestra Sinca Veche.
The locals have long frequented "balnearios" and 600 hot springs bubble up around the country. Tequisquiapan, an enticing cheese and wine-making region in the state of Querétaro, is the perfect destination for those wanting to pair their hot springs experience with a delicious gourmet escape.
Discover the best top things to do in Phillip Island, Australia including Bimbadeen Phillip Island, Pinnacles Lookout, Southpoint Lookout, Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit, Pyramid Rock, Amess House, Summerlands Lookout, SS Speke Shipwreck, Cape Woolamai Walk, Cape Woolamai Old Granite Quarry.
Riverton is a city in Fremont County, Wyoming, United States. The city's population was 10,615 at the 2010 census, making it the largest city in the county overall.
Catania has been a prize of many empires over the centuries, from Greeks to Romans to Arabs to Normans to Spaniards (to name a few). But its citizens have a more dangerous enemy right in their backyard—Mount Etna, Europe's largest and most active volcano, which destroyed the city with earthquakes and lava flows in 1693. Look closely at the baroque buildings dating from after the eruption—you'll notice a creative use of lava.
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