Category: Towns and Cities

Modern cities have stories from the old. Visit the most vibrant and techno filled cities to villages that still retain the charm and structures of the old times.

Historics, Towns and Cities

Step into the Magic: A 1001 Arabian Nights Journey through Dubai

“Imagine a land, a faraway place, where the caravan camels roam…” Will Smith’s lyrics from Arabian Nights aptly describes the golden sands of Dubai and the glistening skyline that seems like it almost belongs in a modern version of the Arabian Nights. Dubai is known for its futuristic cities, high-tech automobiles and a sci-fi like experience but there is another version this city holds in … Continue reading Step into the Magic: A 1001 Arabian Nights Journey through Dubai

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City of Dragons in Slovenia: Meet with Ljubljana’s Mythical Creature and Walk Along the City’s Fantasical Setting

Dragons are a myth. We all know that. But there are cities, places and hidden towns in this world that serves like a portal to a fantasy world. While reality roams the streets so does legends and myths that brings those very places to life. One of those places is Ljubljana – the City of Dragons. Nestled between the Alps and the Adriatic Sea, Ljubljana, … Continue reading City of Dragons in Slovenia: Meet with Ljubljana’s Mythical Creature and Walk Along the City’s Fantasical Setting

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Urbino: A Renaissance City Untouched By Modernity

Urbino, one of the best historical cities in Italy, is a Renaissance city frozen in time. With UNESCO World Heritage status, it remains untouched by modern development due to its secluded location. The birthplace of renowned artists and scientists, visitors are offered to experience the Renaissance era like no other. Continue reading Urbino: A Renaissance City Untouched By Modernity

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The 'Warehouse district' of Kawagoe, aka, Kurazukuri with its line of Edo period merchant houses and shops
Historics, Towns and Cities

Kawagoe Guide: Experience The Unique Japan Post Town From Edo Period Bell Towers to Taisho Era Streets

Just a little away from the bustling futuristic city of Tokyo, lies a historic town where the echoes of a bygone era can still be heard today. This town in Japan, where its streets are riddled with samurai-period buildings is known as Kawagoe. Embarking on a day trip to Kawagoe is a pilgrimage through multiple centuries where you can go back to more than a … Continue reading Kawagoe Guide: Experience The Unique Japan Post Town From Edo Period Bell Towers to Taisho Era Streets

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9 of Japan’s Edo Period Cities & Samurai Districts: Old Edo Towns, Nakasendo Trails, and Castle Towns Takes Travelers Back to the 1600s

Stroll along the same old streets that the samurais and feudal lords once did. Tucked between Japan’s beautiful hills and nature, these historic towns of The Land of The Rising sun stand strong as they had in the 1600s with the same medieval buildings and architecture still inviting travelers today. These old towns in Japan can be found in various prefectures and districts with the … Continue reading 9 of Japan’s Edo Period Cities & Samurai Districts: Old Edo Towns, Nakasendo Trails, and Castle Towns Takes Travelers Back to the 1600s

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Experience The Haunting History of The Witch Trial in The Salem Witch Town

Sending the 17th-century public into the mass hysteria that resulted in killing 21 innocent people in the name of witchcraft, the Salem Witch Trials were quoted to be “the largest and most lethal witch hunt in American history,” by historian Emerson “Tad” Baker. The incident spun movies and books relating to the trials. Today, Salem is one of the most popular spots on the map … Continue reading Experience The Haunting History of The Witch Trial in The Salem Witch Town

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Movie Locations, Towns and Cities

5 Incredible Game of Thrones Filming Locations in Croatia

If you’ve ever thought that the fictional places in Game of Thrones seemed a little too real, then that’s because it really was. There are several places in the famous HBO series that took place in the real areas of Croatia’s Dubrovnik and Split. Like settings that came straight out of a novel or a TV series (because it is), here are the 5 Game … Continue reading 5 Incredible Game of Thrones Filming Locations in Croatia

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All About Halloween in Sleepy Hollow

Blazing orange lanterns, eerie vibes, old manors, and a famous spooky tale of a headless horseman – that’s what Sleepy Hollow is all about. Made famous by Washington Irving’s novel with the same name of the place, Sleepy Hollow attractions makes it the best place to visit for Halloween not only because of their Halloween activities but also because of the legends and the old … Continue reading All About Halloween in Sleepy Hollow

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