The eastern Mediterranean island nation of Cyprus, which is south of Turkey and west of Syria, has a history that goes back to Ancient Greece, with waves of Greek settlers arriving there. No doubt, due to its proximate location to the Middle East, it went through periods of invasion by nearby Assyrians, Persians, Egyptians, Romans, […]
Alcampo (Marritxi, Mallorca) – this shopping center offers a huge range of groceries, household & electrical items. That and other types of shops (including apparel). This shopping center is located just outside of Palma (off the Palma – Inca/Alcúdia highway).
Amnesia (Ctra. Ibiza a San Antonio, Km 5, San Rafael, Ibiza) – this is another long-established nightclub on the island. Launched in 1976, it has since earned a reputation for its foam (espuma) parties, and top-notch DJ bookings.
Alcanada Golf Club (Carretera del Faro, Port d’Alcudia, Mallorca) – this is a 18-hole, 6,499 meter seaside golf course that opened in 2003, located in the northern part of Mallorca. This course, designed by golf architect Robert Trent Jones Jr., is well-regarded by various vacationing golfers. The club takes its name from a nearby island […]
Amante Beach Club (Sol Den Serra, near Cala Llonga, Santa Eulalia, Ibiza) — this is Ibiza’s most beautiful rural restaurant. Set in a stunning cove, Amante is perfect for anyone looking to relax in a luxurious country setting. Perched on a cliff overlooking the Sol D’en Serra bay, Amante is surrounded by dramatic rocks and […]
Ajuntament (Plaça Cort 1, Palma, Mallorca) — Palma’s charming town hall dates back to the 17th century. According to the history of the hall, it was built in 1515 but burned down in 1842. Along with it, the records of centuries of Canarian history and the island’s public archives were also burnt. Today, it is […]
Valdstejn Palace (Valdštejnské nám. 17/4, Prague) — this Baroque palace, built during the 1620s by Albrecht Wenceslas Eusebius of Valdstejn (a local aristocrat), contains a garden, a riding-hall and the palace building itself. It currently houses the Senate of the Czech government. The public is welcome to visit the Palace during the weekends (only) — […]
Týn Cathedral (Staroměstské náměstí, Prague 1) — another omnipresent sight in Prague, the full name of this cathedral is Church of Our Lady in front of Tyn. This cathedral, which has acted as Prague’s main church since the 14th century, has two towers topped by 80 meter high spires. The church took severe damage in […]
Petřín Lookout Tower (Petřínské sady, Prague 1) — tourists who first see this tower know that it was inspired by the Eiffel Tower in Paris. No doubt, Petřín Lookout Tower offers a panoramic view of the city of Prague (complete with its spires, chimneys and spectacular facades of the city’s Baroque palaces).
Prague Castle (Pražský hrad, Prague 1) — this is reputed to being one of the largest castles in the world, if not the largest. The most conspicuous site within the castle grounds is St. Vitus Cathedral. Upon entering it, you will feel as though time stood still. The beautifully decorated interior created by medieval masters […]