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The Residenza della Signoria is a charming B&B located in an elegant and ancient palace in the heart of the city center.

The Born Hotel is housed in ancient palace in the historical center of Palma de Mallorca.

As she pondered the nature of this little horse, Louise suddenly remembered seeing, on the walls of the ancient palace in Persepolis, relief carvings of a horse that looked very much like the one she had just found.

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As so often happened in Western Europe, later medieval rulers continued to build in and around such ancient religious shrines, so that Sergiopolis became the palace of the eighth century Caliph Hisham.

Roma, March 26, 2014 — The room is in Rome's city hall, located in a Renaissance palace that sits on ancient ruins and overlooks Michelangelo's Piazza del Campidoglio.

There's an ancient myth the Palace of Westminster will collapse if «it's an end of an era» is said 500 times in half an hour.

From the Aminu Kano International Airport to the palace of the Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, down to the venue of the wedding, it was glanour as exotic cars ran after one another in the ancient city of Kano.

The ancient inhabitants of the mighty Indus Valley, in present - day Pakistan, had privies above channels of running water, whereas King Minos's palace on Crete, 4,000 years ago, fed rainwater through terra - cotta pipes to flush privies below.

Within the scope of an international rescue excavation project, a team of four archaeologists specialized in Middle Eastern affairs headed by Dr. Dirk Wicke of the Institute of Egyptology and Ancient Near Eastern Studies of Mainz University have unearthed parts of a Neo-Assyrian governor's palace dating back to the 9th to 7th cent.

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First used in ancient Chinese culture, legend has it that these stones were used in royal palaces to help monarchs lead long, healthy sex lives.

In ancient Bagdad, Abu, a good - natured young thief (Sabu), befriends the deposed king Ahmad (John Justin) as both are imprisoned in the palace dungeon, awaiting execution under orders from the evil vizier Jaffar (Conrad Veidt), who has seized the thronIn ancient Bagdad, Abu, a good - natured young thief (Sabu), befriends the deposed king Ahmad (John Justin) as both are imprisoned in the palace dungeon, awaiting execution under orders from the evil vizier Jaffar (Conrad Veidt), who has seized the thronin the palace dungeon, awaiting execution under orders from the evil vizier Jaffar (Conrad Veidt), who has seized the throne.

Dracula still at large in 1930s India, combining forces with an ancient Indian blood cult which preys on victims in secret ancient caverns beneath an ancient palace.

Uncover the famous bronzes from the royal palace in Benin — a glimpse of a thriving ancient civilisation.

The older races, the Elves and Dwarves, gruffly approve their residence in the palace, but warn their visitation will only last as long as the local ancient evil isn't awakened.

These family palaces, pressed together in an ancient street, frozen in the modern Italian bureaucracy, are prison architecture on the outside, but they contain great and graceful spaces, high silent halls no one ever sees, draped with rotting, rain - streaked silk where lesser works of the great Renaissance masters hang in the dark for years, and are illuminated by the lightning after the draperies collapse.

Spend the day exploring the Palacio Nacional, a grand colonial palace, or the Teotihuacan ruins, an ancient Aztec city just a 40 km excursion from the city, before spending the night eating gorgeous Mexican food, taking in a traditional wrestling show at Arena Mexico, or hitting the clubs hard.

In the Shadow of Mount Fuji In the exciting city of Tokyo, we contrast 21st century technology with the ancient palaces and temples that lie side by side.

We also took in the palace of Versailles, Caudebec's Gothic cathedral described by Victor Hugo as «a lace of stone,» the Benedictine monastery of Abbeye Saint Wandrille, Rouen (Normandy's ancient capital, where Joan of Arc was burned at the stake in 1431), the high - society seaside resort town of Deauville, and lastly, pretty Honfleur, with its half - timbered homes, cobbled alleyways and patisseries filled with tempting «grand meringues,» chocolate éclairs and custard tarts.

Imagine staying in the oldest hotel in the world, an ancient castle, a Moorish fortress, a sixteenth century palace, or even an old jail.

A charming town in the Grande Lisboa region, Sintra village lives in the shadow of the Sintra Mountains, which are topped by the romantic and beautiful Palace de Pina, and the ancient and historical Castelo so Mouros.

During this exciting rail adventure we encounter royal palaces, ancient mosques and minarets, while immersing ourselves in the true flavours of Moroccan life.

The capital Tunis has a wealth of history, including ancient medina and an archaeology museum, the Bardo, which exhibits Roman mosaics in a 15th century palace complex.

In the history of ancient Bali, Sanur Beach is also famous and still there is an inscribed stone monument that is inscription of Kesari Warmadewa King who occupy his palace at Singhadwala at 917, which is now located in Blanjong, southern part of Sanur BeacIn the history of ancient Bali, Sanur Beach is also famous and still there is an inscribed stone monument that is inscription of Kesari Warmadewa King who occupy his palace at Singhadwala at 917, which is now located in Blanjong, southern part of Sanur Beacin Blanjong, southern part of Sanur Beach.

In the midst of magnificent ancient Egyptian temples by the Nile, Sofitel Luxor Winter Palace blends the rich historical past of a colonial building with French luxury.

The attractions of Marrakech are well - known, from the acrobats and jugglers in the square to the ancient mosaics of the palaces and mosques.

Hidden in ancient woodland, this beautifully - renovated Belle Epoque palace is an unexpected countryside retreat, in a little visited part of Portugal.

Ancient castles and palaces tell stories of a past steeped in history.

Gasp at ancient temples and ancient Mayan ruins and the stunning palace at Palenque as rare birds and jungle parrots scream and screech perched high up in the trees, while wild monkeys cry in the humid emerald forests all around you; discover sparkling turquoise water... Continue reading →

Have you ever wanted to stay in an ancient palace and eat breakfast like the king or queen accompanied by the African sunrise and a side plate... Read more of live Berber music?

Imagine what life was like in the 15th century as you tour the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu, where you'll see this famous Inca complex of palaces, plazas, temples, and homes set in a majestic setting.

Discover the romanticism of the historical country houses, royal palaces and ancient castles of the British nobility, cosy down in the warmth of the picture - perfect Cotswolds, ramble in the blustery wilderness of the Scottish Highlands, and experience world - class cuisine and excellent museums and galleries in the buzzing urban hubs.

Under the ancient canopy of Siem Reap's palace trees, each villa offers its resident's privacy and extravagance, complete with their own lush tropical gardens that bring the outside in.

The standard of workmanship, in wood and stone, befits that of the most ancient and powerful Balinese palaces, with carefully tended gardens and an eye for detail that will delight the most discerning.

They are La RÃ © sidence Phou Vao in Luang Prabang, the ancient royal capital of Laos; The Governor's Residence in Rangoon, Burma, a former palace; La RÃ © sidence d'Angkor in Siem Reap, Cambodia, close to the famous temples of Ankor Wat; Napasai in Koh Samui on the Gulf of Siam in Thailand; and Bali, Indonesia where there are two hotels, Jimbaran Puri Bali in an exceptional beach location and the other, Ubud Hanging Gardens, on the spectacular Ayung river gorge.

The resort is built in the style of an ancient palace and reminiscent of the houses once found in the Vietnamese northern delta region.

Commencing with a private chauffeured, sight seeing holiday in Sri Lanka, your tour includes visits to several World Heritage sites including the Sigirya Rock Fortress, the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, Kasyapa's Palace and the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy.

Located in the beautiful Placencia Peninsula in southern Belize, Chabil Mar resort offers guests Belize jungle and sea packages that include tours to all of the top ancient Maya sites, including vast cities where visitors can learn about the ancient Maya culture and see things such as ball courts, engravings, carved monuments, palaces, pyramids, and hieroglyphs.

There are aqua parks for the kids, and historical monuments in Menorca's ancient capital of Ciutadella, with its picturesque port, noble palaces and Catalan Gothic Cathedral.

Museums, palaces, carved granite obelisks, rock - hewn churches and ancient remains; all this combined with spectacular landscapes and much more, is waiting for you in this historic, beautiful and diverse country.

Uncover ancient temples and colonial landmarks, admire the lively pace of life and the busy seafront of this fascinating place, from your base in the magnificent, opulent Taj Mahal Palace Hotel.

The descendants of the ancient Maya that built the impressive pyramids, palaces, and ceremonial sites that dot the Belizean landscape, the Maya in Belize speak three different dialects: Kekchi (various spellings), Mopan, and the increasingly rare Yucatec.

D' Angelo's Bed and Breakfast It is situated in the heart of historical Palermo at the second floor of an ancient palace with elevator and... Read more close to Palermo's Central Station (5 min.

If nature is more your line, the Atlantic Coast offers innumerable treasures and an easy drive from the hotel, the Sintra - Cascais Natural Park offers breathtaking mountain scenery containing some of the most magical and ancient castles, palaces and gardens in the world.

Property Location With a stay at Olissippo Lapa Palace in Lisbon (Lapa), you'll be minutes from National Museum of Ancient Art and close to Castle of Sao Jorge.

You'll pass by the calm and peaceful rice - paddy fields and village markets, discovering the lush, jungle - clad vistas of ancient temples and palaces shrouded in mist.

There are a number a ancient sights to see in the area including temples and palaces as well as areas of extreme natural beauty showcasing the classic Balinese and Indonesian landscapes of rice paddies that stretch over the lowlands where you will also find coconut groves and carve out the hills leading up to mountains and volcanoes which are covered in tropical forests, lakes and rivers.

Descent into Nero's pleasure palace and admire the Golden Vault Room in virtual reality as a part of a comprehensive tour of Ancient Rome and the Colosseum.

The Meliton Hotel is close to a number of attractions and places of interest such as the Beach, Valley of the Butterflies, the Ancient City of Kamiros, Acropolis of Rhodes, Grand Master Palace and Modern Art Gallery if any of those places are something youd be interested in.

This is surrounded by a huge sun terrace filled with Roman statues and marble columns, following the resort s Roman theme.Take a trip out on the property s own catamaran, the Lady Shelley, to see whales and dolphins in their natural habitat of the Atlantic Ocean.The Cleopatra Palace Hotel is formed of three luxury buildings, offering amazing views of the original Roman Swimming Pool with the large terrace for sunbathing, surrounded by magnificent columns and marble statues of gods of the ancient Roman Empire or romantic views of the sea and the promenade flanked by exotic palm trees and is situated opposite the delightful Playa de