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Portofino is an Italian fishing village and vacation resort famous for its picturesque harbour and historical association with celebrity and artistic visitors. It is a comune located in the Metropolitan City of Genoa on the Italian Riviera. The town is clustered around its small harbour, and is known for the colourfully painted buildings that line the shore. According to Pliny the Elder, Portofino was founded by the Romans and named Portus Delphini , or Port of the Dolphin , because of the large number of dolphins that inhabited the Tigullian Gulf. The village is mentioned in a diploma from 986 by Adelaide of Italy, which assigned it to the nearby Abbey of San Fruttuoso di Capodimonte. In 1171, together with the neighbouring Santa Margherita Ligure, it was included in Rapallo's commune jurisdiction. After 1229 it was part of the Republic of Genoa. The town's natural harbour supported a fleet of fishing boats, but was somewhat too cramped to provide more than a tempo

Mount Fuji , located on Honshu Island, is the highest mountain in Japan at 3,776.24 m (12,389 ft). An active stratovolcano that last erupted in 1707–08, Mount Fuji lies about 100 kilometres (60 mi) south-west of Tokyo, and can be seen from there on a clear day. Mount Fuji's exceptionally symmetrical cone, which is snow-capped several months a year, is a well-known symbol of Japan and it is frequently depicted in art and photographs, as well as visited by sightseers and climbers. Mount Fuji is one of Japan's "Three Holy Mountains" along with Mount Tate and Mount Haku. It is also a Special Place of Scenic Beauty and one of Japan's Historic Sites. It was added to the World Heritage List as a Cultural Site on June 22, 2013. Per UNESCO, Mount Fuji has "inspired artists and poets and been the object of pilgrimage for centuries".  UNESCO recognizes 25 sites of cultural interest within the Mt. Fuji locality. These 25 locations include the mountain

Zakynthos  or Zante  is a Greek island in the Ionian Sea. It is the third largest of the Ionian Islands. Zakynthos is a separate regional unit of the Ionian Islands region, and its only municipality. It covers an area of 405.55 km 2 (156.6 sq mi) and its coastline is roughly 123 km (76 mi) in length. The name, like all similar names ending in -nthos, is pre-Mycenaean or Pelasgian in origin. In Greek mythology the island was said to be named after Zakynthos, the son of a legendary Arcadian chief Dardanus. Zakynthos is a tourist destination, with an international airport served by charter flights from northern Europe. The island's nickname is To fioro tou Levante (Italian: Il fiore di Levante , English: The flower of the East ), given by the Venetians. The most famous landmark of the island is the Navagio beach. It is a cove on the northwest shore, isolated by high cliffs and accessible only by boat. The beach and sea floor are made of white pebbles, and surrounded by

San Clemente is a city in Orange County, California. The population was 63,522 at the 2010 census. Located on the California Coast, midway between Los Angeles and San Diego at the southern tip of the county, it is known for its ocean, hill, and mountain views, a pleasant climate and its Spanish Colonial style architecture. San Clemente's city slogan is "Spanish Village by the Sea". The official city flower is the Bougainvillea; the official city tree, the Coral.  San Clemente has a Mediterranean climate where temperatures tend to average in the 70s. The warmest month of the year is August, with an average temperature of 79 °F (26 °C). The coldest month is December with an average temperature of 64 °F (18 °C). The annual rainfall in 2010 was 10.5 inches (270 mm) and the annual days of sunshine 310. As a traveler, the best thing about this place is: - Surfing! San Clemente is the surfing media capital of the world as well as a major surfing destination. It i

Miami Beach is a coastal resort city in Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States. It was incorporated on March 26, 1915. The municipality is located on natural and man-made barrier islands between the Atlantic Ocean and Biscayne Bay, the latter of which separates the Beach from Miami. The neighborhood of South Beach, comprising the southernmost 2.5 square miles (6.5 km 2 ) of Miami Beach, along with downtown Miami and the Port of Miami, collectively form the commercial center of South Florida. As of the 2010 census, Miami Beach had a total population of 87,779. It has been one of America's pre-eminent beach resorts since the early 20th century. In 1979, Miami Beach's Art Deco Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Art Deco District is the largest collection of Art Deco architecture in the world and comprises hundreds of hotels, apartments and other structures erected between 1923 and 1943. Mediterranean, Streamline Moderne and Art D

The Tunnel of Love is a section of industrial railway located near Klevan, Ukraine, that links it with Orzhiv. It is a railway surrounded by green arches and is three to five kilometers in length. It is known for being a favorite place for couples to take walks. "What a romantic view!" - was my first reaction when I visited this place. Actually, I went all alone in this journey, because I was impressed whenever this place is made by nature or humans created it. The line starts at Klevan station, on the Kovel-Rivne line, and reaches the northern area of Orzhiv, also served by a station on the main line. The whole line is about 6.4 km long, and about 4.9 km is covered by forest, within which this botanical phenomenon stretches anywhere from 3 to said 4.9 km, depending on how individuals count it.  Forever alone - just my choice, I went inside this impressive tunnel through train, and I reached the end. This was a long trip, but it was worth it. Mother nature created

Visitors to Dubai this month have the rare opportunity to swim around one of the world's most famous luxury hotels, the Burj Al Arab Jumeirah. A short distance from the city's coastline, the iconic sail-shaped tower (the fourth tallest in the world) perches on an artificial island in the blue waters of the Arabian Gulf.  Making the 800-metre swim around the island is normally impossible due to the high levels of boat traffic, not to mention strong currents. But registration has opened for the 13th annual Dubai Holding Burj Al Arab Swim on March 31, which will see the waters around the hotel boat-free and safely watched by lifeguards. The race is open to swimmers of all abilities above the age of 16, who will be able to take part in either 800-metre or 1,600-metre race categories. Up to 700 people are expected to turn up to compete. • The best luxury hotels in Dubai swimmers burj al arab, dubai Swimmers can take part in either 800-metre or 1,600-metre races. The winners will

This new agreement will create three new national parks, expand three existing ones and turn some smaller forestry areas into bigger parks. As well as protecting the environment and Chile’s biodiversity, they will also provide employment for up to 43,000 local people through conservation efforts and eco-tourism. These new Chile national parks will help create the proposed Ruta de los Parques (Route of Parks) encompassing 17 national parks stretching on a 1500 mile tourist route from Cape Horn to Puerto Montt. With such activities as hiking, sea kayaking and mountaineering on offer, a study last year said it could generate $270 million for the country. The announcement came last week with the government to donate nine million acres of land while another million has been donated by the widow of famous conservationist Doug Tompkins. Mr Tompkins is the co-founder of the North Face clothing brand and spearheaded efforts to create and expand national parks in the Palena province and in A

In this post we will show you the Top  beaches of Spain. 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. Catalonia’s capital, Barcelona, is defined by Antoni Gaudí’s whimsical modernist landmarks like the Sagrada Família church. 1.As Catedrais As Catedrais beach translates as ‘Beach of the Cathedrals’. It is the turistic name of Praia de Augas Santas. 2.Playa de La Concha The Beach of La Concha is a beach in the Bay of La Concha in San Sebastián. It is one of the most famous urban beaches in Europe. It is a sandy beach and shallow substrate, in which the tide fluctuation affects greatly the area available for use. 3.Cala Salada Cala Salada is a cove on the Spanish island of Ibiza. It is in the municipality of Sant A

Results from the UN’s 2017 World Happiness Report are in, and this year Norway has leapt from 4th place to claim the top spot, bumping Denmark to second. Meanwhile America has slipped to 15th place, as the country’s growing sense of dissatisfaction is exacerbated by President Trump’s unpopular policies. Norway’s victory might come as a surprise to some, considering the Danes’ happiness-promoting lifestyle went mainstream last year. Hygge, the art of living cozily, was a bonafide trend in 2016, inspiring a slew of books and articles featuring tips on how to create the Danish hygge look in your own home. In truth the top spot was a close call, as the report explains: “All of the other countries in the top ten also have high values in all six of the key variables used to explain happiness differences among countries and through time – income, healthy life expectancy, having someone to count on in times of trouble, generosity, freedom and trust, with the latter measured by the

This Japanese spa allows guests to bathe in a giant pool of maple syrup Here is a pretty sweet idea. A spa in Japan has created a unique relaxation experience that allows visitors to bathe in a giant pool of maple syrup. Maple syrup pool The bath is topped up with real maple syrup three times a day. Image by Hakone Kowakien Yunessun Spa. Located in Kanagawa Prefecture, near the iconic Mount Fuji, the Hakone Kowakien Yunessun Spa offers a decidedly quirky take on the traditional onsen or bathing experience by allowing guests to soak in a Jacuzzi style tub topped up with a mixture of maple syrup and vanilla scented water, with real maple syrup being added in three times a day. Introduced as part of the 60th anniversary of Moringa Hot Cake Mix, a pancake batter brand in Japan, the experience is available until 25 April. Maple syrup pool The spa also offers a pool filled with red wine. Guests can also soak in green tea. While the maple syrup bath is running for

1.Kauai, Hawaii owns the medal of the rainiest place on earth, allowing for a tropical paradise. Hike, swim, bike, and dive. 2.Bora Bora is an island that once was a volcano, which has subsequently subsided and formed a barrier reef. The reef ecosystem allows for pristine clear blue water and reefs limit waves, providing a protected sanctuary. 3.Longsheng is named after Longji, which translates to dragon's backbone. The terrace resembles dragon scales as rice fields snake through the mountains. 4.Victoria Falls that border Zambia and Zimbabwe is the largest waterfall in the world by total area. The falls transport an astonishing 1,088 cubic meters per second of water down an ~350 foot cliff. 5.The Amazon River is the artery for the largest rainforest in the world. It is the largest river in the world by discharge and one of the largest by length. The surrounding rainforest represents over half of the world's remaining rainforest. 6.The Rainbow Mountains o

The port city of Valencia lies on Spain’s southeastern coast, where the Turia River meets the Mediterranean Sea. It’s known for its City of Arts and Sciences, with futuristic structures including a planetarium, an oceanarium and an interactive museum. Valencia also has several beaches, including some within nearby Albufera Park, a wetlands reserve with a lake and walking trails. The original Latin name of the city was Valentia, meaning "strength", or "valour", the city being named according to the Roman practice of recognising the valour of former Roman soldiers after a war. The Roman historian Livy explains that the founding of Valentia in the 2nd century BC was due to the settling of the Roman soldiers who fought against an Iberian rebel, Viriatus.  Starting in the mid-1990s, Valencia, formerly an industrial centre, saw rapid development that expanded its cultural and tourism possibilities, and transformed it into a newly vibrant city. Many loca

1)Cambodia, Asia Wherever you go in Cambodia, you’ll find excellent value, not to mention some of Southeast Asia’s most marvellous landscapes as well as the world’s friendliest people – yes, seriously. Beyond the UNESCO-listed sanctuaries of Angkor Wat, you’ll find sleepy colonial towns, bohemian riverside retreats and some of the most exquisite beaches our fair little planet has to offer. Average costs (in US Dollars): Cheap guesthouse room: US$5–10 Local meals and street eats: US$1–3 Local buses: US$2–3 per 100km 2)India, Asia India still is, and always will be one of the ultimate destinations for budget travel. Why? Well, there are few countries in the world where you can still travel so extensively for so little. If you want culture, conquer the Golden Triangle, for beautiful beaches and blinding temples explore Gokarna, for delicious street food look no further than Mumbai and for a challenge, enter Himalayan country. Average costs (in Rupees): Dorm bed: ₹100–200 Double room in

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There is archeological evidence of human occupation of the Rome area from approximately 14,000 years ago, but the dense layer of much younger debris obscures Palaeolithic and Neolithic sites.  Evidence of stone tools, pottery and stone weapons attest to about 10,000 years of human presence.  In Rome, there are a lot of places to visit, and of course the Colosseum is the first place you can think of.  

The South Island, with an area of 150,437 km 2 (58,084 sq mi), is the largest land mass of New Zealand; it contains about one quarter of the New Zealand population and is the world's 12-th largest island . It is divided along its length by the Southern Alps , the highest peak of which is Aoraki / Mount Cook  at 3754 metres (12,316 ft), with the high Kaikoura   Ranges  to the northeast. There are eighteen peaks of more than 3000 metres (9800 ft) in the South Island.

Dubai has emerged as a global city  and business hub of the Middle East .  It is also a major transport hub for passengers and cargo. By the 1960s, Dubai's economy  was based on revenues from trade and, to a smaller extent, oil  exploration concessions, but oil was not discovered until 1966. Oil revenue first started to flow in 1969.  Dubai's oil revenue helped accelerate the early development of the city, but its reserves are limited and production levels are low: today, less than 5% of the emirate's revenue comes from oil.

1. It’s the gateway to the world Seated on the River Elbe between the North and Baltic seas, Hamburg is proud of its medieval history as a Free City and a key member of the Hanseatic League. The city was an important port of departure for immigrants to the New World, and its trade routes still stretch across the globe. Hamburg is, and always has been, a worldly, cosmopolitan, and diverse city with much to offer to its citizens and guests. 2. Hamburg harbour at dusk View across Hamburg’s historic harbour | Unsplash It’s built on water Not only is Hamburg close to two seas, it also has three rivers – Elbe, Alster, and Bille – as well as numerous waterways and canals. Don’t waste time and money on slow cruises on Berlin’s River Spree – enjoy the North Sea winds on the gorgeous Elbe and see for yourself why Hamburg is called the ‘Venice of the North’. But be warned, this lovely description is not entirely accurate: Hamburg has six times as many bridges as Venice, more than any other city i

Salt was a valuable resource, so the region was historically very wealthy. It is possible to tour the world's first known salt mine  named Salzwelten , located above downtown Hallstatt.

Black labor played a crucial role in Miami's early development. During the beginning of the 20th century, migrants from the Bahamas  and African-Americans constituted 40 percent of the city's population. Whatever their role in the city's growth, their community's growth was limited to a small space. When landlords began to rent homes to African-Americans in neighborhoods close to Avenue J (what would later become NW Fifth Avenue), a gang of white men with torches visited the renting families and warned them to move or be bombed.