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Sep19
by Asya in Arts, Bulgaria, Cultural, Europe, History, Parks, Photos, Praying, Relaxing, Travel Stories, Walking
The monastery (now a convent) is situated on a sheer cliff in the slopes of the Balkan Mountains along the upper course of the Yantra River not far from Etura. It was founded between 1832-1833 by Archimandrite Yosif Sokoloski. The convent’s church “The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary” was built in 1834. The convent is renowned for the unique 8-spouted fountain by Nikola Fichev. The Sokolski Convent is a national monument of culture. It is located 9 km to the south of Gabrovo and 55 km from Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria.
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Sep19
by Asya in Arts, Bulgaria, Cultural, Europe, History, Monuments, Praying, Relaxing, Travel Stories, Walking
The monastery is located in the central part of the Balkan Mountains. It was built under Tsar Ivan Asen II (1218-1241) and destroyed at the time of Bulgaria’s fall under Ottoman Empire. The monastery was rebuilt in 1450 and in 1845 when the monastery church was erected. During the National Revival period the monastery was a major enlightenment and learning center whose library kept numerous old manuscripts and early printed books. Plakovski Monastery is a national monument of culture. It is located 18 km to the south of Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria.
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Sep19
by Asya in Arts, Bulgaria, Cultural, Europe, History, Monuments, Photos, Praying, Relaxing, Travel Stories, Walking
The monastery was founded in 1350 by Theodosius of Turnovo with the support of Tsar Ivan Alexander (1331-1371). A busy learning center, it gave birth to the Kilifarevski School of Literature. Here studied the future Bulgarian patriarch Euthymius of Turnovo. In 1393 the monastery was destroyed by Ottoman invaders. It was rebuilt in the valley below the site of the old buildings. A small monastery church with two chapels were built. In 18th-19th century the monastery was once again plundered and devastated. Today’s monastery compound was built between 1840-1849 by master-builder Nikola Fichev. It is located to the south of Kilifarevo and 17 km from Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria.
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Sep19
by Asya in Arts, Bulgaria, Cultural, Europe, History, Monuments, Photos, UNESCO
The tomb is a unique monument of Thracian and Hellenistic art of the first half of the 3rd century B.C. It was discovered in 1982 during arcaelogical excavations of a Thracian tumulus near the village of Sveshtari. The tomb comprises a corridor and three chambers of an almost square shape, covered by a semi-spherical vault. The tomb at Sveshtari is a brilliant evidence of the Thracian’s contribution to the world cultural heritage. It is located 10 km to the northwest of the town of Isperih and 140 km from Sofia, Bulgaria. It became a UNESCO monument in 1986.
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Sep18
by iv in Africa, Golf, Hotels, Parks, Photos, Relaxing, Spa, Surfing, Swimming, Tunisia, Walking
Vincci Flora Park offers 4-star accommodation just 8 km from Hammamet town centre. It has its own private beach only 400 metres away from the hotel, in the heart of the new South Hammamet beach resort. Guests to the Vincci Flora Park Hotel can relax on marvellous beaches and explore countless attractions such as the Aqua Park, marina, casinos and discos.
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Sep17
by iv in Ireland, Parks, Photos, Relaxing, Resorts, Restaurants, Romantic, Spa, Swimming, Walking
Monart Destination Spa is a serene sanctuary of peace and relaxation! Monart, Ireland’s first purpose built standalone luxury destination spa is located within over 100 acres in North County Wexford. It is the perfect location for the person looking to recharge and heal and for the couple looking for quality time and space.
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Sep17
by Asya in Africa, Cruise, Golf, Hotels, Parks, Photos, Relaxing, Resorts, Restaurants, Romantic, South Africa, Swimming, Walking
Ellerman House is one of the great luxury hotels in South Africa. The hotel is situated in the premier suburb of Bantry Bay overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and Robben Island. It is only 5 km from the new 2010 FIFA World Cup soccer stadium and a ten minute drive from the centre of Cape Town. World renowned for exceptional hospitality in true “Relais & Chateaux style”, Ellerman House is created for the enjoyment of the finer things in life.
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Sep17
by Asya in Africa, Cruise, Fishing, Golf, Parks, Rafting, Relaxing, Resorts, Restaurants, Romantic, Safaris, Swimming, Walking, Zambia
The Royal Livingstone is a luxurious five star hotel situated on the lush green forested banks of the great Zambezi River, Zambia. Named after the intrepid explorer Dr David Livingstone, the resort will immerse you in the romance and style of a bygone era. Offers exceptional level of service, fine dining, comfort and hospitality, the hotel has already been named one of the leading hotels of the world.
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Sep17
by Asya in Europe, Hotels, Iceland, Relaxing, Swimming, Travel gear, Urban Tourism
101 Hotel is a boutique hotel, ideally located in the heart of Reykjavik near government and cultural buildings, shops and nightlife, next door to the Icelandic Opera House. The exterior is classic Icelandic design, but inside it’s all about refined elegance and stylish comfort.
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Sep17
by Asya in Arts, Asia, Cultural, Monuments, Photos, Praying, Sightseeings, United Arab Emirates
Sheikh Zayed Mosque in Abu Dhabi is the largest mosque in the United Arab Emirates and considered within the Top 10 biggest mosques in the world. The total building area exceeds 22,412 sq. m, about the size of five football fields. Officially opened in the Islamic month of Ramadan in 2007, the mosque accommodates more than 40,000 worshippers.
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