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10 attractions in Prague

10 attractions in Prague with a rich history and friendly atmosphere. Exquisite architecture, romance and beauty will impress you. Create exciting memories of an unforgettable journey through the splendor of Prague! Our visit will begin with a tour of the city. The bus tour will help you identify the attractions that you would like to visit. Relax and get ready cameras - the adventure is just beginning! For a moment we will go over in the history of Prague. Legend has it that two brothers Cech and Lech filed tribes in Bohemia and found their territories on top of volcanic mountain Rzhip north of Prague. Czechs hit by the plague, sought refuge on the hill Hradcany. Today there stands a majestic castle, named after the hill - Hradcany. According to Guinness World Records, the biggest ancient castle in Europe. In the past Hradcany was the residence of Czech kings, and today - the President of the Czech Republic.
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 The gates are guarded by the guard, which is
changed every hour, which is an exceptional attraction for tourists. In the palace complex are churches, government buildings and museums. A narrow passage leads to the third courtyard of the palace, which offers fabulous views of the imposing cathedral St. Vit. On entering the temple of God will remain silent on the elegant and powerful French Gothic structure. The colored glass decorated with stained glass windows are the work of the master of the new art landmarks in the Czech Republic - Alphonse Mucha. Besides its undeniable beauty St. Witt is a place full of historic moments.
In room coronation in the cathedral is the Bohemian Crown treasure, and the Royal Crypt is a place where most rulers of Bohemia have found their last place of rest. Another essential element of the palace is the "Golden alley," a favorite of the alchemists during the reign of Rudolf II. Lane marks its rise during the reign of Empress Maria Theresa, issuing an order to collapse all houses to the ground and build them again from stronger materials. Nowadays, the "golden street" is filled with small colorful houses. You can not be tempted to visit shops with handcrafted artwork on the first floor of the houses. For history lovers we recommend climb compounds second floor of houses where you can see the armor and various medieval weapons. Be sure to see the magnificent palace at night when it is lit by bright lights! The view is breathtaking. Historical tour continues with a visit to the Clock Tower "Astronomical Clock" - cultural property situated in the old town center. The tower was built in the XV-th century and was restored over the years. Today attracts thousands of tourists with its beautiful view that opens from the top.
 "Astronomical Clock" was created by three components - astronomical clock showing the movement of the sun, planets and the signs, calendar of months and "walk the apostles." Every hour the figures of the apostles seemed to come alive and pass the background music before the admiring glances of turistini. The climb to the top of the tower is also an attractive point, as you go through out clocks. Great place for history lovers is the National Museum. The museum building is an amazing architectural monument. Do not forget to take pictures in front of the entrance.
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The museum will surely remind you of some famous European palaces. Prepare yourself enough time to see it as it is divided into five departments - prehistory, archeology, ethnography, numismatics and theater. Your visit to Prague will not be complete without visiting the emblem of the city - Charles Bridge. It connects the "old place" with "Minor Party" in the Vltava River. Construction of the bridge began in 1357g. during Charles IV and was completed at the beginning of the XV-th century. The bridge is decorated by statues of various saints, one of which is the brothers Sv. Sv. Cyril and Methodius. Charles Bridge is in the Gothic style as by the "old place" is a tower on the other side - two towers.
 During the day the bridge is full of tourists who enjoy the wonderful scenery and the various street artists and musicians. The walk at night is filled with romance and fabulous views over the city. Just twenty kilometers from Prague Castle rises "Karlštejn". It can be reached by train. Once you reach the castle will think that you are part of the plot of a fantastic fairy tale. The castle is another building, the work of Charles IV. "Karlštejn" was originally designed to store royal treasures. It is important to know that the palace is closed on Monday. Symbolic place for Prague Tower "Powder Gate", which in the past was one of the seventeen entrance to the "old place." Built in 1475g. and it has a height of 65 meters purposes. In its construction, "Powder Gate" was a warehouse of gunpowder - hence its name. Today the top of the tower you can enjoy an exciting view over Prague. To reach the top you need to climb 168 steps.
Efforts, however, surely deserve. Attraction and represents exhibition featuring historical footage. Arm yourself with patience and desire and climb the 168 steps to the divine views and extraordinary exhibition! One of the most visited attractions in Prague church "Virgin Mary of Loreto.
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" The temple is a replica of the house in Ephesus, where the Virgin Mary spent the last years of her life. The church is magnificent Renaissance building - a true work of art. The facade was built in the 20s of XVIII-th century. The style of the church is not chosen by chance, it is believed that the Virgin Mary will protect the city's population of terrible disaster. The church is exposed Loretanskata treasury.
We're sure most of you will be interested in visiting the museum of beer. Residents of the Czech Republic consume the most beer per capita in the world. The museum is the place where you can thoroughly to familiarize yourself with the process of production of beer and try different types.
Entry will receive a full list of the various types of beers that you can enjoy during your stay in the museum. At the end of our tour around the historic Prague we recommend you visit the "dancing house" built in 1996. The architecture of the building will surely amazed! The creators of the house - Frank Gehry and Vladimir Milunichsa were inspired by the dancing of Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire and decided to build this building. Today it is the subject of much controversy - some say it's a work of art, while others find it inappropriate.

The most beautiful beaches on Rhodes

The most beautiful beaches on Rhodes, enchanting place for a relaxing family vacation. Greece is famous for its 1,000 islands scattered in the Aegean Sea and the island of Rhodes is a worthy their representative. This is where each year are flocking numerous crowds of tourists attracted by the soft sand and crystal waters. What distinguishes the magnificent landmarks of Rhodes is their unique diversity that satisfies the most demanding visitor: rocky beaches stretching along many kilometers, small bays and endless beaches with golden sand.
Rhodes FaAnthony Quinn liraki beachImpressive is the fact that more than 35 beaches of Rhodes are annually awarded ekopriza "Blue Flag" thanks to their safety and organization. Whatever your preference: a cosmopolitan atmosphere, fun for the whole family, animation and sports or calm and return to nature, it is certain that Rhodes can find the perfect beach for you! Let's embark on a fascinating journey through some of the most popular beaches of Rhodes. Beach Tsambika. Tsambika is one of the most fantastic beaches on the island.
 It is situated on the east coast of the island, about 26 kilometers south of Rhodes. The beach has taken its name from the monastery of Our Lady of Tsambika, which is located 340 meters up the hill just behind the beach. From the parking lot there are 297 steps to the top of the hill, but the incredible view, which opens from there, definitely worth the effort. Imagine a long wide beach of fine golden sand and crystal clear turquoise water. Furthermore, the beach offers all amenities such as lounges,
Rhodes Elli beachumbrellas, several restaurants and mini-market. There is a sports center where you can rent jet skis and nearby is also remarkable national park. Plenty of space to play and the shallow waters make Tsambika beach very suitable for children of all ages. Beach Faliraki. Faliraki beach is one of the most famous beaches of Rhodes. It situated on the northeastern coast of the island, about 14 kilometers south of Rhodes.
It has a huge beach stretching about four kilometers, and is perhaps one of the most popular beaches on the island. Water is clear and hot, especially in mid-summer. Faliraki is the most developed resort on Rhodes, where you will find many restaurants, cafes, bars and nightclubs. On the beach are available deck chairs, umbrellas, showers and public toilets. Along the beach there are bars, cafes, restaurants and shops. All kinds of water sports are offered to active tourists: diving, paragliding, jet skiing, water skiing and windsurfing. Nearby is the water park Faliraki, one of the most remarkable of its kind in Europe. There is a huge variety of water slides, pools and all other water attractions. It is ideal also for children as constantly is under strict supervision of lifeguards. At the southern end of the beach is an official nudist beach, which is the only official nudist beach on Rhodes. Beach Elli. Located literally in the city, beach Eli is extremely popular and easily accessible.
Rhodes Ixia beachThe pebbly beach is about 400 meters and 35 meters shirchina stretching from the port Mandraki to the Aquarium Rhodes. At the height of summer beach it may be quite crowded, but that makes it highly developed, with many amenities and entertainment. The beach has bars offering cool cocktails; small cafes with reasonable prices and even shady spot where you can sit with a drink and enjoy views of Turkey. The beach is great for families with children as the water is crystal clear and suitable for snorkelling. Remember to try and trampolines for your dives from above. The beach is cleaned every day and rescuers ensure safety of tourists from June to October every day from 10:00 to 18:00.
Rhodes Faliraki beachThere are many possibilities for accommodation near the beach and casino and aquarium that are worth visiting if you get tired of lazing in the sun all day. The best time to visit the beach are June and July, as August is pretty crowded and hot. Beach Anthony Quinn. Anthony Quinn beach is beautiful natural harbor on the east coast of the island of Rhodes. Bay takes its name from actor Anthony Quinn who falls in Rhodes, when coming here in 1961 to film the movie "The guns of Navarone." The beach is about 16 km from the center of Rhodes and about 1.5 kilometers from the center of Faliraki.
 Many consider beach Anthony Quinn as one of the most beautiful beaches in Rhodes and the landscape is truly stunning. Surrounded by lush vegetation and the water is crystal clear with magical color of emerald. The remarkable fauna beneath the surface of the water turns the bay in one of the best areas for snorkeling Rhodes. Steps lead to the narrow beach has both sand and small pebbles and some larger rocks. Services include beach chairs, umbrellas and restaurant. The best time to visit are July and August, as in any other time of the year the water is quite cold. Not suitable for families with very young children because of sharp rocks on the shore and in the water.
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Ixia beach resort is the first specifically designed for tourism on the island back in the 70s. Its main advantage is that the beach offers guests a combination of near Rhodes a quiet suburban location. Many of the best hotels on the island are located here and as a result there are plenty of cafes, taverns and nightclubs. For the same reason the beach is divided into many sections, most of which are organized and managed by big coastal hotels. However, you can find public places with sun loungers and umbrellas for rent.
The beach is long and quite narrow, consisting of mixed gravel and sand. In contrast to the sheltered east coast, there is almost always a slight breeze that makes the beach popular with surfers. There are two sports center offering windsurfing and kitesurfing equipment and jets. Only a few kilometers away is the town of Rhodes with a maze of cobbled streets, souvenir shops and taverns.
 Nearby is Mount Filerimos, where you can find the ruins of two temples, including the monastery Filerimos. Green Valley Petaludes known as the "Valley of the Butterflies" is also a fantastic place for a day trip during the months of June to September when you can enjoy the butterflies fluttering there in the black and white stripes.

Top 10 Norwegian fjords

NaeroyfjordHere are the top 10 Norwegian fjords, which will take you on a journey that is unlike any other on the planet. Magical landscapes, unspoiled natural beauty, untouched paradises, visual magic, has descriptions of traveling around the Norwegian fjords. And fully deserved. It would be a shame for every traveler and naturalist, if at least once in their life do not touch their magic, retained their purity crystalline form of the days they were created during the last ice age. Landmarks in Norway are home not only to the largest coral reefs and the promised land of the fish world and a true gateway to a natural nirvana.
GeirangerfjordThe magnetic Sognefiord is the crown jewel of the Norwegian fjords with a unique view, which create rapidly soaring into the heavens 1,000-foot cliffs. It is the largest in Norway and the second largest in the world. Long is 205 km. shirok- 4, 5 km. and a depth of 1 308 m. below sea level.
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Known for its magnificent trails for hiking and beautiful plant life, Hardangerfiord is the second largest fjord in Norway and the third worldwide - is 179 km long. Starting at Bergen and one of the favorite places for foreign tourists because it is easily accessible. Its charm lies in the beautiful panoramas magnetic sunsets and romantic small towns and villages, full of life shores.
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40 -kilometroviyat Lisefiord not sound as majestic dimensions, but unforgettable landscapes, the charm of untamed wildlife and genuine adventure that radiates earned allot him a place among the most popular fjords in the world. The main attraction of the fjord is Preikestolen-rock pulpit, which rises to an impressive 604 meters over Lisefiord. The view from the top of the rock is unique and the experience can not help but stand your hair. The view that opens from the mountain Kjeragbolten is no less impressive.
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This 15-mile fjord is located in northeastern Norway and is home to Brudesløret (Marital Veil) and De syv søstrene (Seven Sisters) - both famous waterfall. In addition to the exciting cruise on the fjord, other possible activities and a good time are fishing, rafting, canoeing, horseback riding and skiing in the summer.
Naeroyfjord
LysefjordLocated in the heart of Western Norway, Naeroyfjord is part of the list of World Heritage by UNESCO because of its unparalleled natural beauty, wealth of majestic sights and sounds. 17 km long, towering at a height of 1700 meters. Fjord surrounded by towering mountain slopes is a favorite place of many picnic and kayak.
HardangerfjordTrondheimsfjord
Known that throughout the year its waters do not freeze, Trondheimsfjord is amazing marine ecosystem with at least 90 species of fish. Many of its branches are inaccessible and to reach them need considerable dose of enthusiasm. A fact that reinforces its irresistible charm.
Nordfjord
NordfjordFamous with glacier Briksdalsbreen, Nordfjord offers tourists the best of historical and geographical riches of the Norwegian fjords. Situated between the beautiful and majestic
Gerangerfiord Sognefiord, this 110- mile natural wonder offers a vast icy pateshestvenie in your flesh to the sea. Besides rafting, canoeing Karanaya, skiing in the summer, tourists can make a trip to the famous monastery Selje.
Frierfjorden
Oslofjord"Friery" literally name beautiful and this is Frierfjorden - faraway  megalomania of the big fjords, noisy growing commercial centers, he enjoys the charm and comfort of small towns. Beautiful sunsets, pleasant ferry ride to Grenland Bridge and, of course, the aurora borealis, the closer you get to the North Pole.
Oslofjord
Known not only for their beauty, but that managed to save
Norwegians from the German invasion in 1940. Although not a true fjord in the geographical sense, Oslofiord definitely not to be missed.
Hjørundfjord
True natural wonder, a breath of fresh oxygen to the senses and adventure in the world of unexplored areas of the planet. They call it the wettest fjord because of the enormous amount of rain that falls, a steep nestled in a mountainous embrace, rocks end with dense forests.

The most beautiful places in Croatia

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The most beautiful places in Croatia, but not only on the beaches of Istria and Dalmatia, which are great, but will peek behind the scenes of a country with thousand island! This coast is too wonderful not to come back here again and again. These cities are too fabulous not to be selected for Västerås in the filming of "Game of Thrones." This kitchen is too delicious to follow a diet. Here are the top 8 Loyal Travel to the most interesting places in Croatia, added! "Pearl of the Adriatic" is famous not only for its architectural "delicacies" (Square Luzha palace lintels Church "Saint Blaise", Dominican and Franciscan monasteries and the royal palace, you should see a must!), But the real delicacies - Croatian cuisine is excellent. Make this, visiting idyllic restaurant with sea views, a home-cozy or such as Otto Taverna - interior itself causes appetite. 
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55 km from Dubrovnik, greenery and poppies sank town Ston, famous for its "great Croatian wall.
" Built in the XIV century for protection Stonskata wall consists of 41 towers and two fortresses and ranks second in length after the Great. From wall visible Large and Small Ston, salty pools and picturesque road, crawling the bay. Sunset is better to meet in one of the restaurants with a bottle of wine with delicious mussels and oysters grown in a local farm. "I have nothing to wear" - this is not a problem for visitors to the small island of Koversada in the Adriatic Sea, which is known as a world center for nudists.
 Local beaches are blue flag, which means that you can achieve perfect tan in environmentally friendly conditions.
The most beautiful places in Croatia
As a whole Croatian island in the Adriatic Sea are in any sense separate worlds. Brac Island, where ferries arrive from Split, is known for its white marble and "Golden Cape". Zlatni Rat beach stretching 300 meters into the sea, constantly changing shape and position under the influence of currents and wind, and that means one thing - it is unique. For history lovers recommend visiting Brioni Islands. In this national park you will find the ruins of Roman buildings from the first century AD villa of Marshal Tito and the church "St. Germain," and in coastal waters lie the remains of a sunken Venetian fleet. For those who love to visit all the best most, will appeal the longest island in the Adriatic - Hvar and most wooded - Mljet. And the fledgling breed peacocks on the island of Lokrum, where we can see the ancient Benedictine monastery fortress of Napoleon and the Botanical Garden.
In Zadar they have learned to say hello to the sun during the night, and the promenade are turned into maritime authority. And for one, and others have to thank the architect Nikola Basic. During the day his installation "Pozdrav suncu" looks like a large disk of glass tiles, but with the fall of night turns into a fantasy dance floor of solar energy. Here Neptune itself creates a melody in the rhythm of the waves. This melody is carried by the unique musical instrument "Morske orgulje": along the coastline built 35 tubes in which "walk" sea air, giving birth to amazing sounds. Better one time to listen than to read a hundred times! Let us not scare you the title of "the most visited park in Croatia": first, Plitvice Lakes fully deserve it, and secondly - here you will not be close. Imagine: 16 emerald karst lakes and 92 silver waterfall.
Transparent aromatic air. Mountain caves.

The most beautiful nature in Croatia
Ancient beech and pine forests. And dozens of trails - from light and pleasant to walk half an hour to eight-hour long hikes. Get lost in the reservation is impossible, there are signs everywhere, but to have fought the foliage is not the best idea if you do not want to become lunch for the local fauna. Want to dive into the boiling mixture of old Slavic and Venetian carnival traditions?
Come in Rijeka. Throughout the city heard the roar of the carnival procession: here you can and Queen, and Baron and Moor and bull with a shepherd and juggler and magician - you want! Carnival of Rijeka scale, plenty of performances and degree of fun is soon carnivals in Brazil and Venice, and the motto of this festival in Rijeka is dictated by the only rule: Be what you want! Croatian Zagorje. If the doors to childhood not yet closed to you finally, heading towards the villages of Croatia Zagorje region north of Zagreb.
In Tugonitsa and Upper Stubitsa transmit the tradition of DIY wooden toys from generation to generation and this folk tradition is even included in the List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of UNESCO. Better memory of Croatia will not find! Colosseum in Pula. In Croatia have their own Roman amphitheater! Moreover, "Colosseum in Pula," despite his advanced age - more than two thousand years has been preserved where-where better than their fellows. So, you have the opportunity to look in detail four towers and all three architectural lines of this magnificent amphitheater not only the banknote of 10 kuna. A full immersion in the lower underground museum. We bet that it will climb back with the thought: "And if above there is no battle of gladiators now?".