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Palermo Cathedral

How To Visit The Palermo Cathedral In 2024

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The Palermo Cathedral, officially known as the Primatial Metropolitan Cathedral Basilica of the Holy Virgin Mary of the Assumption (in Italian, Cattedrale di Palermo, or Basilica Cattedrale Metropolitana Primaziale della Santa Vergine Maria Assunta) is the largest and most important place of Catholic worship in the Sicily region. Also known as the Duomo of Palermo, this monument is one of nine religious and civic buildings inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2015, under the name “Arab-Norman Palermo and the Cathedral Churches of Cefalù and Monreale”!

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Noto Itinerary

1 Day In Noto: The Perfect Noto Itinerary

Italy / ,

Noto is a town and commune in the province of Syracuse, on the Italian island of Sicily. This means that this Noto itinerary is ideal for a day trip from Syracuse or even the perfect stop on a road trip through the Sicily region! Noto has a historical and cultural heritage of incalculable value, and is in fact one of the eight towns and cities inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2002, under the name “Late Baroque Cities of the Val di Noto (Southeast Sicily)”!

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Castle of Amboise

Castle Of Amboise: Best Tips For Visiting In 2024

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The Castle of Amboise (in French, Château d’Amboise) is one of the most important castles in France, as it was one of the favorites of the French Royal Family. On top of that, it’s one of the best-preserved French castles in the country, with architectural and decorative elements from the end of the 15th century! In addition to dozens of magnificent rooms, galleries, and chambers, the Castle of Amboise comprises countless outdoor terraces, guard towers, and lush gardens!

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Palace of the Dukes of Braganza

Palace Of The Dukes Of Braganza: Best Tips For Visiting In 2024

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The Palace of the Dukes of Braganza is a ducal palace situated in the historic center of Guimarães, a few meters from Guimarães Castle. Mainly inhabited in the 15th century, this manor house is considered a unique architectural example in the Iberian Peninsula! The Palace of the Dukes of Braganza was commissioned by Dom Afonso, around 1420. Dom Afonso was the illegitimate son of King João I and accumulated the titles of 8th Count of Barcelos, 2nd Count of Neiva, and 1st Duke of Braganza!

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World Heritage in Castile and León

World Heritage In Castile And León (2024)

Spain /

Do you want to visit the World Heritage in Castile and León? From Burgos to Ávila, get ready to discover unique, beautiful, and jaw-dropping sites! Castile and León is an autonomous community located in northern Spain and its capital is the city of Valladolid. In addition, it’s the sixth most populous region in the country and the largest, encompassing the Ávila, Burgos, León, Palencia, Salamanca, Segovia, Soria, Valladolid, and Zamora provinces!

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Machado de Castro National Museum

Machado De Castro National Museum: Best Tips For Visiting In 2024

Portugal / ,

The Machado de Castro National Museum is one of the largest and most important fine arts museums in Portugal. Installed in the building of the former Bishop’s Palace of Coimbra, the museum is part of the area listed as World Heritage in 2013! The Machado de Castro National Museum’s collection includes notable examples of sculpture, painting, and decorative arts. In fact, the museum was named after Joaquim Machado de Castro, one of the most prominent Portuguese sculptors of the 18th century!

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Works of Antoni Gaudí

Complete Guide To The Works Of Antoni Gaudí

Spain /

The Works of Antoni Gaudí are a set of seven monuments listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1984 (Casa Milà, Palau Güell, Park Güell) and 2005 (Casa Batlló, Casa Vicens, Crypt of Colònia Güell, Nativity Façade and Crypt of the Sagrada Familia)! The seven Works of Antoni Gaudí were designed by the Catalan architect in the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century. And with the exception of the Crypt of Colònia Güell, all the monuments can be found in the city of Barcelona!

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World Heritage in Galicia

World Heritage In Galicia (2024)

Spain /

Do you want to visit the World Heritage in Galicia? From Santiago de Compostela to Lugo, get ready to discover unique, beautiful, and jaw-dropping sites! Galicia is an autonomous community located in northwestern Spain and its capital is the city of Santiago de Compostela. In addition, it’s the fifth most populous region in the country and the seventh largest, encompassing the A Coruña, Lugo, Ourense, and Pontevedra provinces!

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World Heritage in Catalonia

World Heritage In Catalonia (2024)

Spain /

Do you want to visit the World Heritage in Catalonia (in Spanish, Cataluña; and in Catalan, Catalunya)? From Barcelona to Vimbodí i Poblet, get ready to discover unique, beautiful, and jaw-dropping sites! Catalonia is an autonomous community located in northeastern Spain and its capital is the city of Barcelona. In addition, it’s the second most populous region in the country and the sixth largest, encompassing the Barcelona, Girona, Lleida, and Tarragona provinces!

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National Hunting Park of Mafra

How To Visit The National Hunting Park Of Mafra In 2024

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The Royal Hunting Park of Mafra was founded by King João V in 1747, following the construction of the Palace-Convent of Mafra. With almost 1200 hectares, the Royal Hunting Park of Mafra served as a hunting and leisure place for Portuguese royalty. In 1910, the site was renamed the National Hunting Park of Mafra and was used for hunting. Nowadays, it’s focused on ecotourism and adventure tourism, promoting races, hiking and mountain biking tracks, carriage and electric car rides, and much more!

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