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<span style="line-height: 1.3;">A trip to the Rijksmuseum in </span><span style="line-height: 1.3;">Amsterdam</span><span style="line-height: 1.3;"> </span><span style="line-height: 1.3;">is a must if you plan to spend any amount of time in the city. Rijksmuseum paintings are among the most precious in the world, and are the definitive collection of works from the Dutch Golden Age. In the Rijksmuseum, travelers will find the largest collection of works by Dutch artists in the world, with featured works from the famous Rembrandt.</span></div>
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The structure of the Rijksmuseum itself was designed by the architect Petrus Josephus Hubertus Cuypers, who was considered to be the grandfather of modern Dutch architecture. The building was first opened in 1885, and touches of neo-Gothic and other cathedral-like ornaments were prominent in the work. At the time, the country’s leader was King William III, a staunch Protestant who did not care much for the structure due to its Catholic overtones. Despite the chilly reception the opening of the building received in the nineteenth century, citizens and travelers alike have truly grown to love the grand Rijk Museum.</div>
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For many travelers, however, it is what lies inside the Rijk Museum that makes this such a special place to visit. Rijksmuseum paintings and the collection at this museum in Amsterdam are a thoroughly unique group. One of the most famous Rijksmuseum paintings is the work known as, <em style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">The Night Watch, </em>painted by Rembrandt. Art historians marvel at this impressive seventeenth century work, while even those who can barely remember Art 101 will wonder at the magnificence and detail represented in this painting. Other famous Dutch artists with work on display at the Rijk Museum include Van Ruisdael, van Heemskerck, Frans Hals, Paulus Potter, Jan Steen, Vermeer, de Hooch, Terborch, and Gerard Dou. Travelers hoping to works by Van Gogh will want to head to the nearby Van Gogh Museum, dedicated in its entirety to Van Gogh. These museums are part of the Museumpleinin Amsterdam.</div>
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In addition to the impressive Rijksmuseum paintings, there are also some interesting art pieces of other kinds on display at this museum in Amsterdam. Two fully furnished seventeenth century dollhouses are on display at the Rijk Museum. The dollhouses are truly a marvel, and are popular among both children and adults. Constructed completely to scale, the houses and the objects within them accurately reflect life in the Netherlands in the early seventeenth century. Tiny silverware and real Italian marble make these dollhouses priceless and a lovely addition to this museum in Amsterdam.</div>
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Who would have thought, it turns out France has a desert! The desert called <b>Dune du Pilat</b> which is located in La Teste-de-Buch, Arcachon Bay, approximately 60 km from the city of Bordeaux, France.<br />
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Dune du Pilat is actually a sand dune. Height reached 107 meters and is the highest in Europe. For setting foot in height, you have to climb hundreds of steps as written in the official website of Gironde.<br />
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The view from the summit is guaranteed to leave you spellbound. Just imagine. From the top of Dune de Pilat, you can see the beautiful blue ocean in front of the eyes and lush green forests behind you. Feel the soft sand!<br />
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Length of this desert reaches 2,700 m by 500 m wide, and 6 million m3 of sand here. This is one attraction for the world traveler. Dune du Pilat never empty of tourists. Take pictures here, certainly unforgettable.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 19px; text-align: -webkit-auto;">To back this evidence of coastal movement, maps from 1708 and 1786 both place areas with the name Pilat to the south and off-shore of the current dune's location. The area where the dune currently stands was referred to "Les Sabloneys" or the "New Sands" until the 1930s when it was renamed by real estate developers as the Dune of Pilat.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 19px; text-align: -webkit-auto;"> The Dune of Pyla is a recent modernization of the term. Pilat originates from the </span>Gascon<span style="background-color: white; line-height: 19px; text-align: -webkit-auto;"> word </span><i style="background-color: white; line-height: 19px; text-align: -webkit-auto;">Pilhar</i><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 19px; text-align: -webkit-auto;">, which refers to a heap or mound.</span></span>
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<b>Mediterranean</b> is a special area in Europe. Various European countries are around the coast of the Mediterranean Sea have a 'hot', full of parties and the main attraction. Want to know?<br />
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Mediterranean into its own destination when a traveler wants to visit mainland Europe. Why this region has differences with other European regions.<br />
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European countries are included in the Mediterranean region are Turkey, Greece, Albania, Montenegro, Serbia-Herzegovina, Croatia, Slovenia, Malta, Italy, France, Monaco, and Spain. The countries dealing with the North African region and some Asian countries, such as Jordan which are separated by the Mediterranean Sea.<br />
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Characteristic of European countries in the Mediterranean is to have a subtropical climate but richer sun. It is certainly different from the central and northern Europe is famous for its cool weather. Mediterranean is the place to party, play and sunbathe on the beach, and where the photographers to photograph the magnificent ancient historic buildings .<br />
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Place partying celebrities and world cluber Ibiza island in the Mediterranean is located in the Balear Islands, Spain. Celebrities such as Shakira, P Diddy, Kylie Minogue, Paris Hilton, Leonardo di Caprio up partying until the morning to the beat of the music from the DJ. Famous nightclub in Ibiza is a Privilege that can accommodate up to 10,000 people. Get ready to party!<br />
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Not just for partying, Ibiza Island also has sea with clear blue water and beautiful beaches clean. Proven, world soccer player Cristiano Ronaldo attracted and been on holiday to Ibiza with his girlfriend.<br />
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Still about the beach and ocean, other European countries which have beautiful beaches in the Mediterranean is French. France has Cannes Beach in the province of Nice.<br />
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Canes facing the Mediterranean Sea coast and a favorite spot for sunbathing traveler. Here the traveler took off her dress and enjoy the hot Mediterranean sun. Travelers who come to this beach to sunbathe for hours!<br />
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If you want to see the historic buildings in the Mediterranean, and there came to Rome. Rows of ancient buildings you can find in the Italian capital, the most famous certainly rival the Colosseum as a gladiator.<br />
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Tourists can take a tour of the Colosseum and see the magnificent 2,000-year-old building. Go up to the top and portraits every corner. Posing with the background of this old building will be an unforgettable experience.<br />
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The city of Rome that romantic atmosphere you can get in Piazza Navona. This is the famous square in Rome and was never lonely travelers. How not, Piazza Navona surrounded by the beautiful architecture of the building and there are 3 famous fountain which also provided a place to sit for the visitors.<br />
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The street artists such as painters, singers and others into a unique entertainment. If hungry, a row of restaurants with a menu of typical Italian pasta you can eat. Rome is mesmerizing!<br />
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Other destinations that a traveler is a favorite for Santorini in Greece. Santorini is an island of section Kyklades Islands in the Aegean Sea. Santorini has a hot climate and rainfall. During summer, the warm sun light will illuminate your every day.<br />
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Chasm is not always sinister. On the island of Crete, Greece are named <b>Samaria Gorge National Park</b> that has beautiful ravines. Travelers can explore the base ravine and enjoy the charming natural beauty!<br />
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From site Explore Crete, Samaria Gorge is the longest gorge in Europe with a length of 18 kilometers. Traveler favorite activities here is the basic down ravine and drugged by the landscape like a natural painting and pretty. Not only that, you also can find a variety of animals and plants here.<br />
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You can explore the forests of pine and fir trees for exploring Samara Gorge. There are houses Samaria and antelope are typical here. Exploring the Samaria Gorge, as takes you to a different world. Fresh air, lush green forests, and courteously Samaritan community are able to make you fall in love!<br />
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<span style="background-color: white; line-height: 19px; text-align: -webkit-auto;"><span style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Local tourist operators provide organized tours to the Gorge. These include bus transportation from one's hotel to the entrance (near Omalos village), and a bus connection that will be waiting for hikers after they disembark the ferry in Sfakia (Chora Sfakion). If you are on your own, you can make a one-day round trip from Chania (see below) or from Sougia or Paleochora. Note that the morning buses from Sougia and Paleochora do not operate on Sunday.</span></span>
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