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Alberobello: UNESCO’s Strangest Site

Alberobello, a small town located in the Puglia region of Italy, is famous for its Trulli architecture. The Trulli, with their conical stone roofs, look like they should be inhabited by Dr. Seuss characters. These comical buildings have white limestone bases which look like they are wearing hats. Architects and engineers will be able to [...]

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The Beautiful Underbelly of Krakow

Krakow has been the royal capital of Poland for more than 500 years and has a rich history dating back long before this. Today’s Krakow can now boast more historical monuments, buildings, and artworks than most Western European cities. Visitors to Krakow will love strolling through the narrow alleys, enjoying the silence of the Jewish [...]

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Gaudi Wonderland in Barcelona: Park Guel

The Catalans of Spain are famous for the love of life which, from an outsider’s perspective, can even seem hedonistic at times. No other Catalan captured this spirit of life as did the modernist architect Antoni Gaudi. While in the Catalan capital of Barcelona, you won’t want to miss one of the most impressive works [...]

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Creepy Beauty in the Heart of Bohemia

After battling the hordes of tourists in Prague, a day trip out of the Bohemian capital will be just what you need. Just about an hour and a half from Prague, you will find the small town of Kutna Hora which was founded in the 13th century. Not only is Kutna Hora a UNESCO World [...]

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Slovenia: Europe in Miniature

When traveling to Europe, it is easy to forget about visiting Slovenia. The tiny country is roughly half the size of Switzerland and has a population of just 2 million. However, for such a small country, Slovenia has a lot to offer its visitors.

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