Tag: architecture
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George Square {Scotland}
Glasgow is a very metropolitan city full of incredible architecture, booming commerce, and a lively scene. And in the center of it all is George Square. This square is named after King George III and sits amid all the most important city buildings. The statue that stands in the square is that of Robert Burns-…
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Sewanee: University of the South {Tennessee}
We spent a cool, foggy morning exploring the beautiful town of Sewanee, home to the University of the South. This campus is so beautiful and the architecture of the buildings are incredible. If you didn’t know you were in Tennessee, it would be easy to mistake this campus for somewhere in Europe. The entire town…
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Palace of Holyroodhouse Abbey {Scotland}
Probably my favorite part of Edinburgh is the Palace of Holyroodhouse. This beautiful palace sits on the lower end of the Royal Mile while the Edinburgh Castle is at the other end. Holyroodhouse has been the residence of kings and queen since the 1600s and is still used as Queen Elizabeth’s residence while she is…
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Altos De Chavon {Dominican Republic}
When in La Romana, Dominican Republic, one of the most beautiful and popular places to visit is Altos de Chavon. This is a recreated 16th century Mediterranean village next to the Chavon River. It has been the premiere site for artists, musicians, and actors and it no surprise why it is such a popular destination.
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Willemstad {Curaçao}
By far one of the most beautiful places I’ve been is Curacao, a small island a few miles off the coast of Venezuela. This stunning place has the colorful Dutch architecture set against the Caribbean blue waters. Ah, bliss….
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St. Augustine {Florida}
This is the oldest, continuously inhabited, city in the country and by far one of the most beautiful cities in this state. In 1565 Spanish explorers found their way to this area and settled here. It was the capital city of Spanish Florida for over 200 years until it was bought by the English and…
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Edinburgh {Scotland}
Edinburgh is one of those cities that is made to explore. I could easily spend weeks just wandering through the streets of this beautiful city. I love the buildings, especially in Old Town, and I love the little walkways between the buildings. And there is no shortage of things to do there. The Royal Mile…