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barossa-valley-australia
Barossa Valley, Australia Nature, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: Murray River, Vine Yard, Rose Garden


The Murray River is a great river that gushes to the east of the Barossa Vale. The Barossa Valley is pompous to display a characteristic fusion of European mores with an Australian poise. Baross...

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Bruges Basilica Of The Holy Blood, Belgium Pilgrim

Famous for: Holy Blood Church, Monastery


In the southern corner of the quadrangle to the right of the town hall and neighboring to it, stands the two-storied Heiligbloedbasiliek (Basilica of the Holy Blood). Kept inside the church is a...

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ghent-cathedral-of-st-bavon-belgium
Ghent Cathedral Of St Bavon, Belgium Pilgrim

Famous for: Sint-Baafs Cathedral Church


On the eastern side of Sint-Baafsplein stands Sint-Baafskathedraal (Cathedral of St Bavon), a regal building of brick and granite with a Romanesque catacomb of its ancestor, Sint-Jans church. Ch...

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tournai-belgium
Tournai, Belgium Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: Most Spectacular Churches


As regional towns in Wallonia go, Tournai is distinctly lovely. Located on the Scheldt River, just 10km from the French border and 80km from Brussels, its air is noticeably French and it offers ...

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vienna-karlskirche-austria
Vienna Karlskirche, Austria Pilgrim

Famous for: Church


The church devoted to St Charles Borromeo, the Karlskirche, was planned by J. B. Fischer von Erlach and his son. It is Vienna's most imperative spiritual building in the Baroque style. Emper...

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vienna-st-stephens-cathedral-austria
Vienna St Stephens Cathedral, Austria Pilgrim

Famous for: Church


St Stephen's Cathedral, with its 450feet high spire, is not only the main sight and emblem of Vienna; it is also the city's most imperative Gothic structure and has been the cathedral ch...

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salzburg-franciscan-church-austria
Salzburg Franciscan Church, Austria Pilgrim

Famous for: Franciscan Church


To the north of St Peter's Church in Salzburg's Inner metropolis stands the Franciscan Church (Franziskanerkirche), which was the town's parish church dedicated to the Virgin until 1...

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salzburg-cathedral-austria
Salzburg Cathedral, Austria Pilgrim

Famous for: Architecture,Church


The southern side of Salzburg's Residenzplatz is subjugated by the Cathedral, erected of dark gray conglomerate from the Mönchsberg; the twin towers, 259feet high, dates back to 1652-57...

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graz-cathedral-austria
Graz Cathedral, Austria Pilgrim

Famous for: Building Designs,Church


South of the Graz Burg stands the Late Gothic Cathedral, on the place of a former church devoted to St Giles, which is first referred to in 1174. In 1564 it became the court church, and in 1786 ...

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agia-napa-monastery-cyprus
Agia Napa Monastery, Cyprus Pilgrim

Famous for: Rock Cut Church, Monastery


In the center of Agia Napa is the celebrated Monastery, one of the last edifices erected in Cyprus by the Venetians, with a rock-cut church. "Our Lady of the Forests" monastery is cons...

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larnaca-st-lazarus-church-cyprus
Larnaca St Lazarus Church, Cyprus Pilgrim

Famous for: Architecture, Church


In the old township of Larnaca is St Lazarus's Church, with the relics of the Saint. Saint Lazarus is the patron saint of Larnaca. After his renaissance by Christ, he lived here for another ...

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paralimni-cyprus
Paralimni, Cyprus Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: Beach, Windmills


Paralimni is the biggest township in the Famagusta region. Even though most of the neighboring villages and resort areas are deserted during the winter months, Paralimni flourishes and draws man...

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Copenhagen Grundtvig Church, Denmark Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: Museum, Church


Halfway between Nørrebro and the Zoological Museum, Tagensvej leads northwest from Jagtvej to the Copenhagen region of Bispebjerg. Here stands Grundtvig Church (Grundtvigs Kirke), constru...

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odense-st-knud-church-denmark
Odense St Knud Church, Denmark Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: Church, Tomb, Concerts


To the south of the Odense Town Hall stands St Knud's Church, the minster of Odense. It is named after the Danish saint, Knud IV, who had himself established the edifice which was devoted to...

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odense-peace-church-denmark
Odense Peace Church, Denmark Pilgrim

Famous for: Odense Peace Church


Outside Odense on the north on Skibhusvej stands the Peace Church (Fredenskirke), constructed 1916-20 to plans by the engineer Jensen Klint; the design was initially intended for the Church of S...

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Arhus Church Of Our Lady, Denmark Pilgrim

Famous for: Arhus Church


In Århus, northwest of the cathedral in Vestergade stands the Church of Our Lady (Vor Frue Kirke), erected in the 13th-15th century. Initially part of a Dominican priory, it is now a merel...

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arhus-festival-denmark
Arhus Festival, Denmark Entertainment, Pilgrim

Famous for: Exhibition and Cultural Events


This annual 10-day festival takes place in August or early September and is Scandinavia's biggest cultural event. The festival has a diverse theme every year. Amongst the more than 300 event...

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bornholm-island-denmark
Bornholm Island, Denmark Nature, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: Churches and Scenic Beauty


The islet of Bornholm lies in the Baltic 47 km off the Swedish shore. There are ferries to Ronne on Bornholm from Copenhagen and from the German harbor of Sassnitz. The isle consists of a huge t...

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aachen-cathedral-germany
Aachen Cathedral, Germany Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: Monuments and churchus


Accomplished in stages between the 8th and 19th, the Aachen Cathedral imitates all the artistic tendencies ever adopted all through ages. Formerly enthused by the churches of the Eastern Holy Ro...

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wies-church-germany
Wies Church, Germany Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: Church and Museum


What may today seem a hotbed for the intellectually-oriented part of the traveler throng was once a stomping ground of Bach, Goethe, Nietzsche, Schiller, Liszt and many more. The air of motivati...

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Old Town Of Quedlinburg, Germany Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: Church


Quedlinburg, in the Land of Sachsen-Anhalt, was a capital of the East Franconian German Empire at the time of the Saxonian-Ottonian ruling era. It has been a flourishing trading townsh...

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tampere-finland
Tampere, Finland Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: Lakes and Church


Tampere in finnish, Tammerfors in Swedish, this is the third conurbation largest conurbation in Finland with more than 200.000 inhabitants in the area. Tampere is in the south of Finland, j...

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turku-finland
Turku, Finland Heritage, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: Museum


Turku is one of Finland’s biggest cities with roughly 175,000 residents. It is situated in the Southwest area of Finland. Previously Finland's capital, Turku just celebrated its 778th ...

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Tampere Central Square, Finland Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: Church


Tampere's prime street is Hämeenkatu, which runs from the railroad station by way of Keskustori in the Central Square to the extensive boulevard Hämeenpuisto. In the square is the ...

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petajavesi-old-church-finland
Petajavesi Old Church, Finland Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: Monuments


Petäjävesi Old Church, in Central Finland, was constructed of logs between 1763 and 1765. This Lutheran country church is a characteristic exemplar of an architectural tradition that i...

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santorini-architecture-greece
Santorini Architecture, Greece Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: Church


Newly-weds pick this Greek bit of paradise to relish their wedded beginnings. No wonder, Santorini is a tranquil destination to gulp heavenly bliss. Hovering on the crags of a volcanic caldera (...

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budapest-historical-museum-hungary
Budapest Historical Museum, Hungary Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: Museum


The Budapest Historical Museum (Budapesti Történeti Múzeum; City Museum; Castle Museum) is housed in the south arm of the fortress. It contains extremely interesting documents...

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budapest-church-of-our-lady-hungary
Budapest Church Of Our Lady, Hungary Pilgrim

Famous for: Church


The Church of Our Lady in Buda is one of the main sights of the Hungarian capital. It is the heir to a church constructed in the time of King Béla IV between 1255 and 1269, which was reco...

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szekesfehervar-royal-basilica-hungary
Szekesfehervar Royal Basilica, Hungary Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: Church


Hidden behind the bishop's fortress, is the archaeological place of the Romanesque royal cathedral with its foundations which have been uncovered in numerous excavations since 1936. The chur...

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skellig-michael-ireland
Skellig Michael, Ireland Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: Sea


Extending out precipitously from the Atlantic Ocean about 12 km off the Irish shore, Michael's Rock attracts with its seclusion and vagueness. The isle, often masked with clouds, is a home t...

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clonmacnoise-ireland
Clonmacnoise, Ireland Pilgrim

Famous for: Monastery


When exploring Ireland have a peek at Clonmacnoise monastery. Although it is really not on the way, it's surely worth both the time and the gas. Situated on the ancient crossroads of the Riv...

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national-shrine-of-our-lady-of-knock-ireland
National Shrine Of Our Lady Of Knock, Ireland Pilgrim

Famous for: Church


Situated in County Mayo on the West Coast of Ireland, the National Shrine of Our Lady of Knock marks the site where on August 21 1879, it is said Our Lady the Virgin Mary appeared in a spirit. O...

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the-chapel-royal-dublin-ireland
The Chapel Royal Dublin, Ireland Pilgrim

Famous for: Church


The Chapel Royal in Dublin Castle was the authorized Church of Ireland chapel of the Household of the Lord Lieutenant of Ireland from 1814 until the formation of the Irish Free State in 1922 whe...

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armenian-church-singapore
Armenian Church, Singapore Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: Church


The Armenian Church plunks gallantly to the pride of the people of Singapore as the Oldest Church of Singapore. The well known architect Colonel George Chapman was believed to have commissi...

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nazareth-church-of-the-annunciation-israel
Nazareth Church Of The Annunciation, Israel Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: Monuments


Archeological investigation has shown that the reverence of the Grotto of the Annunciation dates back to the third century, when Jewish Christians erected a first modest church replicated on the...

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Church Of The Holy Sepulcher Old City Of Jerusalem, Israel Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: Piligrimage


As mentioned in the Jerusalem page, the Church of the Holy Sepulcher is the holiest site in Christianity. The church is situated in the Old City of Jerusalem and has been a pilgrimage place...

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hebron-israel
Hebron, Israel Pilgrim

Famous for: Scenic Beauty


Hebron, one of the oldest cities of the world cheers in the affluent legendary history. For much of the last century the antique conurbation witnessed fierce hostility and carnage due to the con...

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trondheim-cathedral-norway
Trondheim Cathedral, Norway Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: Church


Trondheim Cathedral was constructed by King Olav Kyrre (1066-93) over the burial place of St Olav and significantly enlarged after the organization in 1151 of the archbishopric of Nidaros, with ...

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borgund-stave-church-norway
Borgund Stave Church, Norway Pilgrim

Famous for: Church


Borgund, at the mouth of the Lðrdal, has a small stave church, black with playing field, the best conserved in the country. It is thought to have been constructed about 1150. Apart from a wi...

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stavanger-norway
Stavanger, Norway Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Scenic Beauty


In the center of Stavanger, at the north end of Kongsgata, stands the Cathedral, the most significant in Norway after Trondheim Cathedral. It was constructed at the end of the 11th century by Bi...

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zaragoza-spain
Zaragoza, Spain Heritage, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: Monasterio de Piedra Park, The Aljaferia, Basilica of Our Lady of El Pilar , La Seo Cathedral,


Zaragoza is one of the popular tourist destinations in Spain. Located on the banks of the Ebro River, Zaragoza is the capital city of Aragon. The structures and monuments divulge the rich h...

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cebu-philippines
Cebu, Philippines Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Church


Having formed as a primeval trading harbor way back in the 16th century, Cebu has urbanized into the city around which the southern part of the Philippines gyrates, with becoming a center on iti...

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manila-philippines
Manila, Philippines Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Scenic Beauty


Manila is one of the only chief cities in Asia that, even as being in Asia, has an roughly zero Southeast Asian proportion. No elephants or tigers here, no spice bazaars, no distinctive Asian he...

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sassi-di-matera-italy
Sassi Di Matera, Italy Land, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Church and Caves


Engraved out of pallid tuff rock and scorched by the Mediterranean sun, the Sassi form a metropolis complex of primitive residences, many of which are simple grottos placed on the rooftops of ot...

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assisi-italy
Assisi, Italy Pilgrim

Famous for: Church


Around 5 million tourists yearly have turned the little urban in Umbria into a flourishing vacationer hotbed that St. Francis himself wouldn't certainly label ascetic. Having spent a life of...

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old-cairo-egypt
Old Cairo, Egypt Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: Museum and Church


The relics of the Egypt’s former capital are what you will get to see in Old Cairo. Fustat is one of these cities. The areas in vicinity is thro...

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cathedrale-de-chartres-france
Cathedrale De Chartres, France Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: Church and Monuments


Not only is Chartres Cathedral one of the supreme achievements in the history of architecture, it is almost flawlessly conserved in its original design and details. Chartres' widespread cycl...

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notre-dame-cathedral-france
Notre Dame Cathedral, France Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: Church and Monument


Notre Dame Cathedral, with the full name Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, "Our Lady of Paris", is a gorgeous cathedral on the the Île de...

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pelerinage-de-lourdes-france
Pelerinage De Lourdes, France Pilgrim

Famous for: Church


The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes is an area of ground neighboring the shrine (Grotto) to Our Lady of Lourdes in the township of Lourdes, France.  It is the biggest Catholic pilgrimage d...

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memorial-cathedral-of-world-peace-hiroshima-japan
Memorial Cathedral Of World Peace Hiroshima, Japan Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Church


The Memorial Cathedral of world peace is also known as the Noboricho Church of Hiroshima and it is one among the copious buildings that have been shattered by the atom bomb in the Second World W...

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victoria-street-clock-tower-new-zealand
Victoria Street Clock Tower, New-zealand Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Church


Victoria Street Clock Tower which also known as the Jubilee Clock in Christchurch is an imperative conurbation landmark with links to the early days of European township in Canterbury. It is one...

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york-minster-united-kingdom
York Minster, United-kingdom Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Scenic Beauty


York Minster is a church in York, England and is one of the biggest of its kind in Northern Europe. The cathedral that we know today took about 250 years to constru...

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St Pauls Cathedral, United-kingdom Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Church


St. Paul's Cathedral has had a stimulating history. Five different churches were constructed at this place. The first church, devoted to the apostle Paul, dates back to 604 AD, when King Eth...

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canterbury-united-kingdom
Canterbury, United-kingdom Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Scenic Beauty


Due to its charming history and legacy, Canterbury is one of the most attractive places to visit in the country. The township provides some remarkable cathedrals to visit such as that ...

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colombo-sri-lanka
Colombo, Sri-lanka Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: An Enthralling Capital Metropolis


The name "Colombo", first coined by the Portuguese in 1505, is supposed to be resulting from the conventional Sinhalese name Kolon thota, connotation "port on the river Kelani&quo...

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Ruins Of St Pauls, Macau Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Mount Fortress and Macau Museum


The Ruins of St. Paul's also identified as Sam Ba Sing Tzik stands neighboring to the famed Mount Fortress and Macau Museum. The front frontage and the splendid stone stairs are the only rem...

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monte-fort-macau
Monte Fort, Macau Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: An Antique Tower


Of all the fortresses in Macau, the Monte castle is the oldest, lying to the east of the Ruins of St. Paul's. Erected in 1616, it initially belonged to St. Paul's Church and was used to ...

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st.-domingos-church-macau
St. Domingos Church, Macau Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Domingo's Church


Situated right in the heart of Senado Square of Macau, St. Domingo's Church was built by the Spanish Dominican friars who adored St. Domingo and Lady Fatima - a Portuguese goddess ...

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christ-church-cathedral-bahamas
Christ Church Cathedral, Bahamas Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: An Architechture of Christ Church Cathedral


A visit to Christ Church Cathedral in the capital conurbation of Nassau is something that anyone with even the least interest in the local history of the isle paradise they are staying at should...

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pyin-oo-lwin-maymyo-myanmar
Pyin Oo Lwin Maymyo, Myanmar Entertainment, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: PyinOoLwin's Botanical Garden


PyinOoLwin is where an eternal colonial tranquillity greets you as you enter. On reaching the township, there is immediate change in climate. The air is cooler and the palm trees have given path...

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Historic Kailua Village Kailua Kona, Hawaii Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: A Bubby Seaside Historical Village- Kailua-Kona


Situated just 15 minutes south of Kona International Airport, Historic Kailua Village (Kailua-Kona) is a bubbly seaside township in the heart of the bright Kona Coast. Once a sleepy fishing haml...

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oaxaca-mexico
Oaxaca, Mexico Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: Beaches, Churches, Museum, Temple, Monuments


Oaxaca is a state and also happens to be the capital city of Mexico. The city of Oaxaca exudes rich history and culture. Oaxaca was once the historic home of the Zapotec and Mixtec peoples. With...

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puerto-vallarta-mexico
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico Land, Nature, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: Beaches, Churches, Horse Riding, Hiking, Fishing, Scuba Diving, Snorkelling


Puerto Vallarta is a stunning city in Mexico. Banderas Bay in Puerto Vallarta is one of the largest beaches in the world. The neighbouring hills look utterly picturesque. Other places to visit a...

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Basilica Virgin Guadalupe, Mexico Land, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Catholic Church, Mountains, Religious Site, National Shrine


The Basilica of the Virgin of Guadalupe is situated on the Tepayac hill in a northern suburb of Mexico City. On December 12, the High Holy Day in the Mexican Calendar, millions of tourists&rsquo...

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helsingborg-sweden
Helsingborg, Sweden Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Castles; Gardens, Zoos, Architectural Buildings; Religious Sites


Helsingborg is one of the most gorgeous places in all of Sweden. It is a coastal metropolis that is close to Denmark. One can smell the sea air as you walk down the streets...

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uppsala-sweden
Uppsala, Sweden Nature, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: Gamla Uppsala, Cathedral, Castle,Gustavianum, Fyris River


Uppsala is the fourth largest conurbation in Sweden. Relatively quieter than cities such as Stockholm and Gothenburg, Uppsala allures tourists with its simplicity. It is th...

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gotland-sweden
Gotland, Sweden Entertainment, Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: Medieval Churches, Fossil hunting, Bunge and Fårösund, Lärbro Church


Gotland is one of the richest historical regions in Sweden, with around 100 medieval churches and myriad number of prehistoric sites, including stone ship settings, funeral mounds and the r...

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melrose-abbey-scotland
Melrose Abbey, Scotland Pilgrim

Famous for: Historic Sites, Architectural Buildings, Ancient Ruins


Melrose Abbey is one of the most magnificent ruins of Scotland and was founded by David I in 1136 AD for the Cistercian Order and was devoted to Virgin Mary. It was the most flourishing Abbey at...

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glasgow-cathedral-scotland
Glasgow Cathedral, Scotland Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Medieval Pilgrimage, Church, Tomb


The Glasgow Cathedral is one of Scottish bespoken church that has withstood the test of time for more than 500 years. The medieval cathedral is said to be erected on the site of St Kentigern&rsq...

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notre-dame-cathedral-vietnam
Notre Dame Cathedral, Vietnam Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Churches, Museum, Scenic Beauty


In a quiet corner of lively downtown Ho Chi Minh City stands Notre Dame Cathedral, the one enduring monopoly of Catholicism in the mainly Buddhist Vietnam. Built in the late 1880s by French colo...

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cao-dai-temple-vietnam
Cao Dai Temple, Vietnam Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Architecture, temples, churches


The Cao Dai Temple was completed in 1955 when the Cao Dai Army was created following the Japanese occupation of Indochina. Caodaists believe that all religions are eventually the same and seek t...

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hagia-sophia-turkey
Hagia Sophia, Turkey Heritage, Pilgrim

Famous for: Church, Museum, Mosque


Hagia Sophia also known as Aya Sofya, is said to be one of the largest basilicas in the Christian world and was the first masterpieces of Byzantine architecture. This church was s...

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Selimiye Mosque, Turkey Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Mosque, Church, Architecture


The Selimiye Mosque is said to be the magnum opus and the highest achievement of Mimar Sinan in Islamic architecture.  This splendid edifice stands at the heart of a Kulliye and is a comple...

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ephesus-turkey
Ephesus, Turkey Pilgrim, Water

Famous for: Temple, Church, Mosque, Fishing


Grassy hills neighbouring the ancient city of Ephesus, conceal the remains of a Neolithic settlement dating from 6000 B.C. Excavations have revealed tools of stone, obsidian and bronze among wal...

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pamukkale-turkey
Pamukkale, Turkey Entertainment, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Park, Pools, Church


Pamukkale which means 'Cotton Castle' in English is depictive of its feathery fairy tale-like facade is one of the sort-after attractions in Turkey. This place is blessed with awe-i...

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cappadocia-turkey
Cappadocia, Turkey Entertainment, Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: Museum, Caves, Park


Cappadocia is a land of rocky beauty. One gets to witness the power of Mother Nature in the most stunning form and also the magnificent formation of rock with the clout of water, wind, and ...

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New Orleans, Usa Heritage, Nature, Pilgrim

Famous for: One of the most ethnic and historic city of America


New Orleans is certainly one of America's most ethnically and historically-rich destinations.  New Orleans is one of the world's most mesmerizing cities. Steeped in a history of inf...