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EROM ARCENAL CHIONG

11 - PRESEVERANCE

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MOST VISITED

tourist attactions

IN THE WORLD

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let us travel the world's most visited countryand each of their tourist attractions!

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TALY

taly, a European country with a long Mediterranean coastline, has left a powerful mark on Western culture and cuisine. Its capital, Rome, is home to the Vatican as well as landmark art and ancient ruins.

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LEANING TOWER OF PISA

The Leaning Tower of Pisa (La Torre Pendente) is just one of many attractions in the city of Pisa, one whose world fame comes not from the considerable elegance of its design, but from a flaw. Work began on the tower in the 1100s, and the sinking, which led to the lean, began by the time the tower reached the third story.

INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT LEANING TOWER OF PISA

  • There are 251 steps from the bottom to the top of the Pisa tower.
  • The outside diameter of the leaning Tower of Pisa's base is 15.484 meters.
  • The Leaning Tower of Pisa is 848 years old

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why was the leaningtower of pisa built?

Construction of the Leaning Tower of Pisa began in 1173 as the third and final structure of the city of Pisa's cathedral complex. In particular, it was built to serve as the complex's bell tower.

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what is inside theleaning tower of pisa?

As you walk to the center of what seems to be the only room in the Tower, you notice the narrow stairs going up on your left. You enter the room and you understand the tall building is completely empty. There is literally nothing inside the Tower, it is just a hollow cylinder from bottom to top.

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I've learned many things about the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Things other than the tower's lean make it famous such as it's design and it's features. But it can be admitted that the tower is amazingly still standing after many years of it being off center. The Leaning Tower of Pisa has been around since about 1173 B.C.

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Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius

Pompeii is a vast archaeological site in southern Italy’s Campania region, near the coast of the Bay of Naples. The still smoking volcano of Mt. Vesuvius looks down on the remains of the city it destroyed in AD 79.

INTERESRING FACTS ABOUTPOMPEII AND MOUNT VESUVIUS

  • Pompeii was destroyed and buried under 4 to 6 meters (13 to 20 feet) of volcanic ash and pumice in the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD.
  • The eruption occurred on 24 August 79 AD one day after the religious festival to Vulcan, the Roman god of fire.
  • Pompeii lies at the base of Mount Vesuvius.

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IS MOUNT VESUVIUS STILL ACTIVE?

Vesuvius is still regarded as an active volcano, although its current activity produces little more than sulfur-rich steam from vents at the bottom and walls of the crater. Vesuvius is a stratovolcano at the convergent boundary, where the African Plate is being subducted beneath the Eurasian Plate.

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did anyone survive during the eruption?

From studying the skeleton remains, they estimated that around 2,000 people died in the eruption. With those who survived either not in the city at the time of the eruption or carried to safety in Misenum by the Roman navy.

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Pompeii was once a city that erupted and now Pompeii was quite but someday you will never know Pompeii will erupt again it can happen any day now.

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the grand canal in venice

The Grand Canal is the largest and most famous of these waterways, cutting a wide S-shaped route through the city. Along its sides are the grandest of the palaces once owned by the wealthiest and most powerful families of the Venetian Republic.

interesting facts aboutthe grand canal in venice

  • The Grand Canal measures two and a half miles long and sixteen feet deep and is anywhere from ninety to three hundred feet across.
  • It is one of the largest and most important Canals in Italy.

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how deep is the waterin the grand canal?

The Grand Canal, Venice, at night. Slightly more than 3 km (2 miles) long and between 30 and 70 metres (100 and 225 feet) wide, the Grand Canal has an average depth of 5 metres (17 feet) and connects at various points with a maze of smaller canals.

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who made the grand canal venice?

Completed in 1710, nearly three decades after the death of its chief designer, Baldassare Longhena, it now houses Venice's International Gallery of Modern Art, as well as the Museum of Oriental Art. The Grand Canal, Venice. Santa Maria della Salute, Venice, where the Grand Canal opens into the San Marco Basin.

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The Grand Canal is famous worldwide for the centuries-old palaces which stand on both sides of the water. These magnificent buildings show the wealth Venetian families had at the time of the powerful Venetian Republic.

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Florence Duomo Santa Maria del Fiore

Regarded as one of the finest cathedrals in the world, the Duomo Santa Maria del Fiore, or the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, dominates the Florence skyline. The cathedral was built between the 13th and 15th centuries, with the most famous piece being the extraordinary dome, completed by Filippo Brunelleschi in 1434.

interesting facts aboutFlorence Duomo Santa Maria del Fiore

  • The Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore took over 140 years to complete.
  • The cathedral has the largest masonry dome in the world.
  • Santa Maria del Fiore was built on top of a small church.

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What is unique about the Florence cathedral?

The cathedral has the largest masonry dome in the world With over 4 million bricks, weighing over 40,000 tons, almost the size of half a football field across at the base, and standing over 10 stories high, it is the largest masonry structure in the world.

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Why is the Duomo in Florence famous?

The Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore, commonly called the Duomo Cathedral of Florence, helped set the tone of the Italian Renaissance. The Duomo of Florence was especially important because of three unique features that helped spark the Renaissance and inspire artists and engineers across Europe.

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The Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore was completed in 1434 and is the most important landmark in Florence, as well as being the fourth largest church in the world. The typical Italian Gothic building, the Cathedral of Florence, is dedicated to "Santa Maria del Fiore"

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Colosseum

This huge amphitheater, the largest of its kind ever built by the Roman Empire and the largest of their constructions to survive, remained a model for sports facilities right up to modern times. Built by Vespasian in AD 72 and enlarged by the addition of a fourth story by his son, Titus, it was a venue for public spectacles and shows even mock sea battles.

intersting factsabout colosseum

  • Built between 72 AD and 80 AD, the Colosseum consists of stone and concrete.
  • It was constructed by tens of thousands of Jewish slaves under the rule of the Emperor Vespasian.
  • Measuring 189 metres long, 156 metres wide and 50 metres in height.

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What happened to the colosseum?

After the fall of the Western Roman Empire, the Colosseum began to deteriorate. A series of earthquakes during the fifth century A.D. damaged the structure, and it also suffered from neglect. By the 20th century, nearly two-thirds of the original building had been destroyed.

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how big is thecolosseum?

It is elliptical in plan and is 189 meters (615 ft / 640 Roman feet) long, and 156 meters (510 ft / 528 Roman feet) wide, with a base area of 24,000 square metres (6 acres). The height of the outer wall is 48 meters (157 ft / 165 Roman feet). The perimeter originally measured 545 meters (1,788 ft / 1,835 Roman feet).

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The Colosseum is a magnificent stone amphitheater. It was a high honored building in the Roman Empire and still is today. The 620 ft. by 513 ft. building should be kept intact using modern technology.

apan

apan is an island country in East Asia, located in the northwest Pacific Ocean. It is bordered on the west by the Sea of Japan, and extends from the Sea of Okhotsk in the north toward the East China Sea and Taiwan in the south.

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TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN JAPAN

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Mount Fuji

Without a doubt Japan's most recognizable landmark, majestic Mount Fuji is also the country's highest mountain peak.

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INTRESTING FACTS ABOUT MT. FUJI

  • It is three volcanoes in one.
  • It is a sacred mountain.
  • It was first climbed by a monk.
  • It is a symbol of Japan.
  • Women were forbidden to climb it until 1868.

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WHY IS MT. FUJI FAMOUS?

Rising to 12,388 feet (3,776 metres), Mount Fuji is the tallest mountain in Japan and is known for its graceful conical form. It is the country's sacred symbol, and temples and shrines are located around and on the volcano.

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WHO OWNS MT. FUJI?

Many naturally assume as a Mount Fuji fact that such an iconic mountain would be owned by the state. But the truth is, from the 8th stage and upwards, Mt. Fuji is the private territory of Fujisan Hongū Sengen Taisha, which owns more than 1,300 temples around the island nation.

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Mountain Fuji has been considered a sacred mountain since the 7th century. Mount Fuji is also home to Konohanasakuya-hime, the goddess of Mount Fuji and all volcanoes.

Imperial Palace 🙴 Nijubashi Bridge

Tokyo's most famous landmark, the Imperial Palace with its beautiful 17th-century parks surrounded by walls and moats, is a must-see when visiting the nation's capital.

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interesting facts about Imperial Palace and Nijubashi Bridge

  • The present bridge was re-constructed in 1964.
  • Nijubashi bridge is only opened on special occasions such as for official state guests and for holding formal ceremonies at the Imperial Palace.

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does anyone live in the imperial place in japan?

The current Imperial Palace is located on the former site of Edo Castle, a large park area surrounded by moats and massive stone walls in the center of Tokyo, a short walk from Tokyo Station. It is the residence of Japan's Imperial Family

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how big is the imperial palace in japan?

It is built on the site of the old Edo Castle. The total area including the gardens is 1.15 square kilometres (0.44 sq mi).

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The Imperial Palace, called Kyuden, is used by the imperial family to host official ceremonies and receive guests. The Palace was completed in 1968 and is almost exclusively made up of domestically produced materials.

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park is a memorial park in the center of Hiroshima, Japan. It is dedicated to the legacy of Hiroshima as the first city in the world to suffer a nuclear attack, and to the memories of the bomb's direct and indirect victims.

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interesting facts about Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

The Hiroshima Peace Memorial is a symbol representing the cost of war and the importance of peace. The Hiroshima Prefectural Promotion Hall stood almost directly below the hypocenter of the blast from the atomic bomb dropped by the US military.

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how big is the hiroshima peace memorial?

A tranquil spot covering over 120,000 square meters, it serves to memorialize the great many lives lost in the world's first nuclear attack, while making use of nature to reaffirm the preciousness of all life.

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how many died instantly in hiroshima?

The attack was the first time a nuclear weapon was used during a war. At least 70,000 people are believed to have been killed immediately in the massive blast which flattened the city.

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IN CONCLUSION

The Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims is an effort by the Japanese national government to remember and mourn the sacred sacrifice of the atomic bomb victims.

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove

Renowned for its bamboo grove, beautiful location and famous heritage. Arashiyama draws many visitors for its world-renowned bamboo grove and beautiful scenery that changes with each season.

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interesting facts about arashiyama bamboo grove

  • Arashiyama Bamboo Grove has a particular bamboo species.
  • Arashiyama Bamboo Grove has a particular bamboo species
  • The Bamboo forest is full of soothing music

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how tall are bamboo in arashiyama?

Reaching up to 25 meters, and with a diameter up to 25 cm, the slender trunks have foliage at the very top which causes the bamboo to clack into each other with the slightest breeze.

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how long is arashiyama bamboo grove?

This walk can be done in about an hour if you walk non-stop. If you slow down and enjoy the sights along the way, plan on three or four hours.

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Japan's most famous bamboo forest. It's believed to be one of the most photographed places in Kyoto, and perhaps one of its most photographically enhanced, too.

The Island Shrine of Itsukushima

Itsukushima Shrine is a Shinto shrine on the island of Itsukushima popularly known as Miyajima, best known for its "floating" torii gate. The shrine, and the torii gate, are built over water.

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interesting facts about the island shrine of itsukushima

  • It is a World Heritage Site.
  • The Island has been a sacred place since the 6th century.
  • The Itsukushima Shinto Shrine was very popular during the Edo period.

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what is the significance of the itsukushima shrine?

It was built in dedication to the three daughters of Susano-o no Mikoto who is the Shinto god of seas and storms. The island itself where the shrine was built was considered sacred by the Shinto belief.

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who designed itsukushima shrine?

It was originally built in 593CE by Saeki no Kuramoto. Later, Taira no Kiyomori became heavily involved with the shrine. It is said he erected this shrine on top of the water after becoming the first samurai to assume the role of the Daijō-Daijin.

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IN CONCLUSION

The island of Itsukushima has been considered sacred since the dawn of history. Itsukushima is essentially a luxury beach residence for an ocean god, with dozens of different halls, stages and buildings built over the water.

m e x i c o

Mexico officially the United Mexican States, is a country in the southern portion of North America. It is bordered to the north by the United States.

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mexico's top tourist attractions

COPPER CANYON

PUERTO VALLARTA

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CABO SAN LUCAS AND THE LOS CABOS

CANCÚN AND THE MAYAN RIVIERA

CHICHÉN ITZÁ: THE MAYAN METROPOLIS

COPPER CANYON

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Copper Canyon, in northern Mexico, is a series of massive canyons in the Sierra Madre Occidental mountains. Popular for hiking, it gets its name from the copper-green hue of the canyon walls.

INTERESTING FACTSABOUT COPPER CAYON

  1. There are actually six separate canyons in the Copper Canyon system.
  2. The Copper Canyon area lies within the Sierra Madre Occidental province of northwestern Mexico.

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WHY IS COPPER CANYON FAMOUS?

Mexico's Copper Canyon is home to the fastest long-distance runners in the world. The Tarahumara people, or Rarámuri as they're known in their own language, call the Copper Canyon home.

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HOW DEEP IS COPPER CANYON?

Copper Canyon, in the western part of the state, reaches depths of 4,600 feet in places. It is larger and more spectacular than the Grand Canyon but is virtually inaccessible, though a railway traverses part of it.

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IN CONCLUSION

Copper Canyon is a fairly safe place to visit. Having said this, there are certain precautions that should be taken in order to ensure a smooth trip through the Chihuahua state of Northern Mexico.

Cabo San Lucas and the Los Cabos Corridor

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Cabo San Lucas, a resort city on the southern tip of Mexico’s Baja California peninsula, is known for its beaches, water-based activities and nightlife.

INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT CABO SAN LUCAS & LOS CABOS

  1. Situated 30 miles south of the Tropic of Cancer, Los Cabos enjoys a mild Mediterranean-like climate.
  2. In Spanish, “Los Cabos” means “The Capes.” “Cabo San Lucas” translates to “Cape St. Luke;” “San Jose del Cabo” translates to “St. Joseph of the Cape.”

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WHAT'S SO SPECIAL ABOUT LOS CABOS?

With proximity to both the Sea of Cortez and Pacific Ocean, Los Cabos offers unparalleled opportunities for water activities including snorkeling, swimming with whale sharks, whale-watching, parasailing, or exploring the waters in a glass-bottomed boat.

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IS LOS CABOS AND CABOTHE SAME PLACE?

Cabo San Lucas Mexico sits at the southernmost tip of the Baja California Peninsula. Just northeast of that, along Highway 1, is the smaller town of San Jose del Cabo. Together these two entities form Los Cabos, which literally means the (two) Cabos.

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IN CONCLUSION

Cabo is known for its beaches, scuba diving locations, Balnearios, the sea arch El Arco de Cabo San Lucas, and marine life. The waters around Cabo are home to marine wildlife including rays, sharks, mahi-mahi (dorado) and striped marlin.

Chichén Itzá: The Mayan Metropolis

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Chichen Itza was a Mayan city on the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico. Although it's an important tourist attraction, Chichen Itza also remains an active archeological site.

INTERESTING FACTSABOUT Chichén Itzá

  1. Chichen Itza was founded by the Maya, an ancient people native to the Yucatan Peninsula.
  2. With over 100 million votes cast, Chichen Itza was chosen as one of the New 7 Wonders of the World.

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WHAT MAKES Chichén Itzá SPECIAL?

At its peak, Chichen Itza was the most populous city in the entire Yucatan Peninsula. Even today, its ruins reflect a great civilization filled with architectural marvels and ancient secrets.

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HOW MANY STEPS ARE THERE AT Chichén Itzá?

The temple has 365 steps—one for each day of the year. Each of the temple's four sides has 91 steps, and the top platform makes the 365th.

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Although it’s an important tourist attraction, Chichen Itza also remains an active archeological site.

Cancún and the Maya Riviera

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This magnificent area along the eastern edge of the Yucatán Peninsula attracts some five million visitors each year, in the process generating huge tourist revenues.

INTRESTING FACTS ABOUTCancún and the Maya Riviera

  1. There's an entire Cancun underwater museum.
  2. It has the longest underwater cave in the world.
  3. The sand won't burn your feet.

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ARE THERE SHARKS INRIVIERA MAYA MEXICO?

From November through March, bull shark season arrives in Cancun and the Riviera Mayan.

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What is the riviera maya in mexico known for?

The Riviera Maya is famous for its large scale all-inclusive resorts and a historical tourism base of smaller boutique hotels as well as the many fine-dining restaurants available along the Fed 307 and on or near the beaches.

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IN CONCLUSION

The Riviera Maya was originally called the "Cancun–Tulum corridor", but in 1999 it was renamed as the Riviera Maya with the aid of Miguel Ramón Martín Azueta.

Puerto Vallarta

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Another of Mexico's increasingly popular beach destinations is the Pacific coastal city of Puerto Vallarta. Often shortened to just "Vallarta," the city first appeared on the vacation radar in the 1960s.

interesting factsabout puerto vallarta

Puerto Vallarta is one of the fastest growing cities in Mexico. In the past 20 years, its population has increased by 7.56% annually.

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what is puerto vallarta known for?

Puerto Vallarta is a stunning resort town located on Mexico's Pacific coast in Jalisco state. Known for its spectacular beaches, marine life, water sports, and local resorts, Puerto Vallarta is one of the most popular vacation destinations in the world.

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What is unique aboutpuerto vallarta?

Puerto Vallarta is famous for its unique quality of light. Sunsets are a daily event in the lives of Vallartenses. The flaming orange ball drops into the flat horizon of the Pacific Ocean creating an effect unlike any you have ever seen.

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IN CONCLUSION

Puerto Vallarta is a Mexican beach resort city situated on the Pacific Ocean's Bahía de Banderas in the Mexican state of Jalisco.

france

France, in Western Europe, encompasses medieval cities, alpine villages and Mediterranean beaches. Paris, its capital, is famed for its fashion houses, classical art museums including the Louvre and monuments like the Eiffel Tower.

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the eiffel tower

The Eiffel Tower is a wrought-iron lattice tower on the Champ de Mars in Paris, France. It is named after the engineer Gustave Eiffel, whose company designed and built the tower.

interesting facts about eiffel tower

  • The tower was built as an entrance arch for the 1889 World's Fair.
  • It was designed and built by the firm Eiffel et Compagnie.
  • Its original height was 985 feet.

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why is eiffel tower so famous?

For 130 years, the Eiffel Tower has been a powerful and distinctive symbol of the city of Paris, and by extension, of France. At first, when it was built for the 1889 World's Fair, it impressed the entire world by its stature and daring design, and symbolized French know-how and industrial genius.

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why is the eiffel tower symbol of love?

Eiffel Tower is not only a common city icon but also becomes a symbol of love for many couples from all over the world. It is because of thousands of marriage proposal made under the beautiful tower every year.

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The Eiffel Tower is one of the greatest places in the world. There is a lot of people from all over the world just to see this wonder.

Louvre Museum

The Louvre, or the Louvre Museum, is the world's largest and most-visited museum and a historic monument in Paris, France. It is the home of many of the most known work of arts, including the Mona Lisa.

interesting facts about louvre meseum

  • 4000 Artworks were Displaced During WWII.
  • The Louvre is the Largest Museum on Earth.
  • The Louvre has Existed for 8 Centuries.
  • The Museum Opened to the Public in 1793.
  • The Louvre was Once a Home.

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what is louvre museum famous for?

A tour through the Louvre Museum's extensive galleries provides a crash course in Western Civilization's finest art. Some of the world's most famous masterpieces are on display here, including the Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci and the Vénus de Milo.

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what's inside the louvre museum?

The Musée du Louvre contains more than 380,000 objects and displays 35,000 works of art in eight curatorial departments with more than 60,600 square metres (652,000 sq ft) dedicated to the permanent collection. The Louvre exhibits sculptures, objets d'art, paintings, drawings, and archaeological finds.

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Louvre, the national museum and art gallery of France, housed in part of a large palace in Paris. The Louvre is one of the most famous museums in the world.

Palace of Versailles

The Palace of Versailles has been listed as a World Heritage Site for 40 years and is one of the greatest achievements in French 17th century art.

interesting facts about palace of versailles

  • The Hall of Mirrors within the palace has a total of 357 mirrors.
  • Everything used to construct and decorate the Palace was created in France.
  • At the time of the palace’s construction, Venice had a monopoly on making mirrors. To combat this, the Venetian artisans were lured to France.

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why palace of versailles is famous?

Being the home to the Kings of France between 1662 and 1789, the Palace of Versailles is one of the most important landmarks in French history. ... Versailles resisted until the French Revolution (1789 – 1799), being not only famous for its strategic place but also as a symbol of the absolute Monarchy system.

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History of the Palace of Versailles

Built in 1624, the Palace of Versailles is a royal château built in what eventually came to be the city of Versailles. It was initially built as a small hunting lodge but has had considerable expansions since that time. Versailles was then established as the symbol of aristocracy in France.

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Palace of Versailles, former French royal residence and center of government, now a national landmark.

Mont Saint-Michel

Le Mont-Saint-Michel is a tidal island and mainland commune in Normandy, France. The island lies approximately one kilometre off the country's north-western coast.

interesting facts about mont-saint michel

  • Rising dramatically from a rocky islet off the Normandy coast, the UNESCO-listed Mont Saint-Michel is one of France's most striking landmarks. This "Pyramid of the Seas" is a mystical sight, perched 80 meters above the bay and surrounded by imposing defensive walls and bastions.

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what is mont saint-michel known for?

A magical island topped by a gravity-defying abbey, the Mont-Saint-Michel and its Bay count among France's most stunning sights.

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what is unique about mont saint-michel?

Mont Saint Michel has the highest and most dangerous tides Michael in peril of the sea. This is because the tides on the island vary and the speed and height of the tide can rise to 46 feet.

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The main tourist attraction, the Abbaye de Saint-Michel is a marvel of medieval architecture with soaring Gothic spires.

Menton, Côte d'Azur

Menton is a town on the French Riviera in southeast France. It’s known for beaches and gardens such as the Serre de la Madone garden, showcasing rare plants.

interesting facts about Menton, Côte d'Azur

  • 75 miles of coastline and 25 miles of beaches.
  • The Menton area has been inhabited since the paleolithic era, and is the site of the original "Grimaldi Man" find of early modern humans, as well as remains of Neanderthals and Cro-Magnons.

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what is Menton, Côte d'Azur known for?

Menton is known for its gardens, including the Jardin Serre de la Madone, the Jardin botanique exotique de Menton ('Le Val Rahmeh'), the Fontana Rosa, the Maria Serena garden, and the modernist gardens of Les Colombières.

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why is it called Côte d'Azur?

The name Cote d'Azur Liégeard came about since Liégard was born in Dijon which was situated in the French department of Côte-d'Or. Based on that, he gave it its name by taking inspiration from the azure blue colored Mediterranean which the French Riviera had.

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The main tourist attraction, the Abbaye de Saint-Michel is a marvel of medieval architecture with soaring Gothic spires.

S P A I N

Spain, a country on Europe’s Iberian Peninsula, includes 17 autonomous regions with diverse geography and cultures. Capital city Madrid is home to the Royal Palace and Prado museum, housing works by European masters. Segovia has a medieval castle (the Alcázar) and an intact Roman aqueduct.

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The Alhambra and Generalife Gardens, Granada

The Alhambra complex includes several buildings, towers, walls, gardens, and a mosque, the graceful arches, and serene courtyards of the Nasrid palace that will haunt your dreams.

interesting facts aboutthe alhambra and generalife gardens granada

  • Alhambra Palace was built in the 13th century.
  • The location of the Palace was strategic.
  • The Palace was built by the Emir Muslims of Spain.
  • The name Alhambra means red castle.

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WHAT'S SPECIAL ABOUT ALBAHAMBRA?

The Alhambra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Moorish poets described it as "a pearl set in emeralds", an allusion to the colour of its buildings and the woods around them.

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WHY IS ALBAHAMRA FAMOUS?

The Emirate of Granada was the last Muslim dynasty on the Iberian Peninsula to capitulate in the Catholic Reconquista, in 1492. The Alhambra is the most important surviving remnant of the period of Islamic rule in the Iberian Peninsula (711–1492).

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Overview of the Alhambra, Granada, Spain. Alhambra, palace and fortress of the Moorish monarchs of Granada, Spain. The name Alhambra, signifying in Arabic “the red,” is probably derived from the reddish colour of the tapia of which the outer walls were built.

barcelona's sagrada familia and gaudi sites

The expiatory temple of the Sagrada Familia, the construction of which commenced in 1882, is today one of the emblems of Barcelona, known around the world and visited by millions of people.

interesting facts about barcelona's sagrada familia and gaudi sites

  • It's been under construction for over a century.
  • It used to be the site of a school.
  • Gaudi is buried there.

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WHAT'S THE SAGRADA Família FAMOUS FOR?

The Sagrada Família is famous for being one of the most iconic examples of Antoni Gaudí's unique style, combining elements of Art Nouveau, Catalan Modernism and Spanish Late Gothic design.

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WHY IS IT CALLED '' LA SAGRADA FAMILIA " ?

This monumental basilica is known in Spanish as "el Templo Expiatorio de la Sagrada Familia", which literally translates to the "Expiatory Temple of the Sacred Family".

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The part built by Gaudí was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2005. The Construction Board hopes to finish the works in 2026, marking the centenary of Gaudí’s death.

The Prado and Paseo del Artes, Madrid

The Prado alone ranks with the world's top art museums for the riches of its collections.

interesting facts about THE PRADO AND PASEO DEL ARTES

  • The building was built by a famous architect.
  • The art in the museum is part of the golden triangle of art.
  • The first art pieces to be exhibited in the museum were exclusively Spanish.

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WHEN WAS The Prado and Paseo del Artes BUILD?

Built as a natural science museum in 1775, the Prado opened to the public in 1819, and houses the finest works collected by Spanish royalty – for the most part, avid, discerning and wealthy buyers – as well as Spanish paintings gathered from other sources over the past two centuries.

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WHAT'S SPECIAL ABOUT The Prado and Paseo del Artes

Prado Museum, Spanish Museo del Prado, art museum in Madrid, housing the world's richest and most comprehensive collection of Spanish painting, as well as masterpieces of other schools of European painting, especially Italian and Flemish art

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Prado Museum, Spanish Museo del Prado, art museum in Madrid, housing the world’s richest and most comprehensive collection of Spanish painting, as well as masterpieces of other schools of European painting, especially Italian and Flemish art.

The Great Mosque of Cordoba

Once the principal mosque of western Islam and still known as the Mezquita, Cordoba's mosque is one of the largest in the world and the finest achievement of Moorish architecture in Spain.

WHAT'S The Great Mosque of Cordoba MADE OUT OF?

As you explore the columns you will notice that they are made of various materials including jasper, onyx, marble and granite.

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WHAT'S The Great Mosque of Cordoba FAMOUS FOR?

The Great Mosque of Cordoba represents a unique artistic achievement due to its size and the sheer boldness of the height of its ceilings.

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WHAT'S UNIQUE ABOUT The Great Mosque of Cordoba?

The grand mosque of Cordoba is most notable for its giant arches and its forest of over 856 (of an original 1,293) columns of jasper, onyx, marble, and granite.

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The Mosque–Cathedral of Córdoba, officially known by its ecclesiastical name, the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption, is the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Córdoba dedicated to the Assumption of Mary and located in the Spanish region of Andalusia.

San Lorenzo de El Escorial

San Lorenzo de El Escorial is a town in the Guadarrama mountains of central Spain.

interesting facts about san lorenzo de el escorial

The Royal Site of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, commonly known as El Escorial, is a historical residence of the King of Spain.

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WHY IS san lorenzo de el escorial IMPORTANT?

The Escorial was commissioned by Philip II in 1563 to commemorate the defeat of the French at the Battle of St Quentin on the day of San Lorenzo (St. Lawrence, August 10, 1557). Important, too, it fulfilled the wishes of Philip's father, Charles V, for the construction of a royal mausoleum/ burial place.

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HOW BG IS san lorenzo de el escorial

El Escorial is the 29th largest palace in the World! The enormous complex is 224 meters (735 feet) wide and 153 meters (502 feet) deep; it has an area of more than 30,500 square meters (330,000 square feet).

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Visiting the Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial is the best way to travel through the history of Spain and particularly the reign of Philip II.