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posted by tipeditor on 24 April 2008 at 13:42
Beautiful town to the east of Faro (most of the tourist resorts are to the west - this is much more authentic). It has lovely architecture and restaurants that are cheaper (but every bit as good) than to the west.
where, when, how, web
Drive for about 30-40 minutes east (towards Spain!) from Faro.
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Faro
town
architecture
food
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posted by Keir on 23 March 2007 at 11:55
The Atomium is one of the most unusual buildings I have ever seen. It's a 100+ metre tall model of an iron crystal. Each 'iron atom' is a room and the 'bonds' contain escalators and stairs so you can travel between them, and enjoy the views. For novelty value this building gets 10 out of 10! When I visited it was being renovated but I believe the original contents of the museum are back in place now.
where, when, how, web
Eeuwfeestlaan/Boulevard du Centenaire 1020 Brussels (Laken), next to Heysel metro station
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Brussels
tourist
museum
architecture
art
unusual
scenic
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posted by Keir on 22 March 2007 at 14:40
Very unusual apartment block designed by Austrian artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser; organic feel with uneven floors, unusually tiled walls terraces with trees growing in them on various levels of the building, grass on the roof walls and pillars all very colourful and crazy looking. There's a museum there so yo ucan go inside and get a feel for it and buy yourself a souvenir. There are now 3 appartment block in the area of the same style, all are worth a look. A must see if visiting Vienna!
where, when, how, web
3. district, Kegelgasse 34-38 / Löwengasse 41-43
www.hundertwasserhaus.at
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Vienna
tourist
unusual
architecture
museum
art
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posted by moth on 11 March 2007 at 15:37
An ancient fortress on the hills above the city. The Moorish architecture in the Caza Real is absolutely stunning and the intricate detail on every surface is awe-inspiring. You can get lost in the Generalife gardens, although when I went in August it was impossible not to be surrounded by people. The mix of architecture, from the Caza Real to the Charles V Palace, then to the oldest building of the complex, the Alcazaba castle; tells a story so some background reading would enhance your visit and understanding. You have to book the day before you arrive, in fact we booked a few months before we went on holiday just to be sure.
where, when, how, web
http://www.alhambragranada.info/en/
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Granada
architecture
moorish
castle
palace
granada
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posted by lilith on 8 January 2007 at 12:54
The Fighting Cocks claim to faim is that it's one of the oldest pubs in Britain and currently holds the official Guinness Book of Records title. I't s very popular serving delicious tradition English grub and good ales and wines. Mind the ceiling though, at 5ft it was no bother for me, but those of a taller stature will have to bend down. Beer garden out the back, kid and (last time I was there) dog friendly.
where, when, how, web
16 Abbey Mill Lane, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 4HE
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ye_Olde_Fighting_Cocks
01727 865830
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St Albans
pub
bar
dining
tourist
architecture
dog
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