Tag: baroque
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Palacio Real de Madrid – The Royal Palace of Madrid | Discovering Spain
During my travels, I have always found myself exploring castles, old fortress, and palaces; I suppose it is one of my travel obsessions. I have been to so many that I lost count a few years ago, but then again I was never counting. In my own mad way, visiting former royal residences has always…
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Prague’s Castle District | Discovering the Czech Republic
Visiting a European castle has been one my travel obsessions for awhile, and I have been to my fair share of them. I have found that there are good castles and there are great ones, and Prague Castle is one of the great ones. I enjoyed it so much that I have been twice, but…
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Picturesque Arequipa – A UNESCO World Heritage Site | Discovering Peru
Arequipa, also known as La Cuidad Blanca or the “White City”, was an extraordinary Spanish colonial city in Peru to visit. In hindsight, I wish that I dedicated more time here to stay and play. The city of Arequipa was magnificent to see with its 16th – 17th century Baroque facades, and elaborate architecture. All…
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Masterpieces Along the Seine in Paris, France | A UNESCO World Heritage Site
I adore France and have found myself in this remarkable country five times, I obviously have not grown tired of it. Paris has been the centerpiece of my visits to France, and she has always shown me a good time. One of my favorite ways to explore the city is strolling along the banks of…
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Beautiful Bamberg in Bavaria- A UNESCO a World Heritage Site | Exploring Germany
The beautiful town of Bamberg was one of many reasons that I had fallen in love with Bavaria. After I first saw photos of the Atles Rathaus, the Old town hall, which is positioned on the river with bridges on either sides, I thought how stunning! I had seen various photos of towns in Bavaria…
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The Picturesque Peles Castle | Discovering Romania
Peles Castle was one of the most picturesque palaces that I had visited throughout Eastern Europe. The wood framed exterior reminded me of Bavaria, another European region that I have always enjoyed. It was built between 1873 and 1914, although its inauguration was in 1883. It was constructed in the Neo-Renaissance style for King Carol…
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A Visit to Castle Howard | Discovering England
The history, lore, and love for palaces and estates has always been a huge interest of mine while I travel. Visiting Castle Howard was one of those extraordinary stately homes, with 300 years of history that is located in North Yorkshire, England. Although it is not a fortified structure, the word “castle” is often used…
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In Beautiful Brasov! | Discovering Romania
“Oh! You also went to Brasov!” My friend who grew up in Romania was excited that I had visited Brasov, and loved the photos that I shared with her. She told me stories of how her family used to take trips to Brasov when she was a child before coming to America. After visiting, I…
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