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Malta is a popular island in the Mediterranean that is located close to the Italian island of Sicily. It is an island archipelago with three populated islands (Malta, Gozo and Comino). Malta is a common port of call on Mediterranean cruises and is filled with sandy beaches and UNESCO World Heritage...

Illinois’ windy city will blow you away in more ways than one.  This midwestern metropolis is one of the largest cities in the United States and offers a diverse mix of performing arts, sports, ethnic cuisine and American culture. The city is well known for its influence on music and stand-up...

Named by Lonely Planet as one of its ‘Top 10 Must-Visit Cities of 2014’, the city of Adelaide is an emerging international tourist destination in South Australia. Adelaide has also been ranked as the most liveable city in Australia and as one of the ‘Top 10 Most Liveable Cities in the World’...

Washington, D.C. is the capital of the United States and the seat of its three branches of government. The city offers many historic sights, world-class shopping, fine dining and good nightlife. The city is modern, exciting, and cosmopolitan.   TABLE OF CONTENTS:  Introduction To Washington,...

Bulgarian Monasteries and Churches provides extensive information on the most interesting and significant Orthodox temples in Bulgaria. The book includes a selection of important and interesting sacred places in the country, grouped by region. Each article features history of the temple and useful...

An eclectic and thriving metropolis of over two million people, Stockholm is a visually appealing Swedish city built on 14 islands that are connected by 57 bridges. Wide boulevards and fine buildings keep perfect company with painted wooden houseboats and ultramodern skyscrapers.  Sweden’s...

Retrace the footsteps of over 100 of Edinburgh's most illustrious people (& animals). With many maps to guide you, Edinburgh - Celebrity City Guide, details the lives of one hundred of the city's most famous people, along with illustrations and maps of where they lived, worked or dallied. From...

The image of a red double-decker bus or the bright tunic of a Yeoman guard will always be associated with London. The United Kingdom’s capital is known for many things, including Big Ben, Tower Bridge, royal processions, high tea at the Ritz, cucumber sandwiches at Buckingham Palace and tailored...

It's not easy to believe that there is one single person on this planet who has never ever heard of the United Kingdom. For years, the country located in the British Isles has been in the top ten of tourist destinations worldwide, mostly because of its capital, London, one of the few truly global...

Stratford-upon-Avon in Warwickshire is a historic town on the river Avon. It is well known as the birthplace of the English playwright and poet, William Shakespeare. Today, Stratford-upon-Avon is the home of the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) and their riverside theatre. It is a major tourist destination...

Hamburg is the European Union’s seventh largest city.  Located on the River Elbe, one hundred kilometers from the North Sea, Hamburg is known as the “Gateway to the World.” It is the second largest port city in Europe and has been known for its port since medieval times. Regarded as one...

Boston is the state capital of Massachusetts and a northeastern U.S. city with great historical significance. Packed with cultural sights as well as fine art, top sports teams, diverse cuisine and modern sophistication, Boston draws over 16 million visitors every year. Boston is one of the ten most...

Lake Winnebago has a rich history as a major settlement area in the Midwest, and a significant part of its times gone by involved water transportation for both commerce and passengers. Throughout its history, the 137,700-acre lake has been home to six current lighthouses, two navigation lanterns that...

Williamsburg, Yorktown, and Jamestown comprise Virginia's historic triangle. Some of the most important chapters of America's history unfolded in these settlements. The region has been the scene of violent confrontations between settlers and the original natives, an emotional struggle for independence,...