Sentences with phrase «as historic monuments»

The luxurious Eastern & Oriental Express train journey offers travellers spectacular views of this country's beautiful countryside, as well as historic monuments like the Bridge on the River Kwai.

Bask in the lifestyle of this city - located at a European crossroads - whose rich eclectic heritage and buildings are, for the most part, classified as historic monuments.

This is the only stadium in the world built exclusively from marble, making it an architectural marvel as well as a historic monument.

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At the center of his efforts is a Roosevelt - era law called the Antiquities Act which allows presidents to designate «objects of historic or scientific interest» as National Monuments.

As CEO of Patrick Properties Hospitality Group, Randall Goldman has for two decades carried out the vision of lovingly restoring Charleston's most historic properties, shaping distressed heirlooms into national monuments of preservation and valuable generators of revenue for the surrounding community.

His comments come as some have called for the removal of Columbus's statue from Columbus Circle as officials re-assess historic monuments in the wake of an outcry over Confederate statues in southern cities.

There are no historic monuments or museums on the island, but local operators offer a range of tours to some of the major Mayan monuments, such as the temple of Chichen Itza, on the Yucatan Peninsula.

Thanks to its privileged location in the heart of the historic district, Rector Hotel is within walking distance to the main landmarks of Salamanca, such as the old and the new Cathedrals, the Casa de las Conchas monument, or the main square, known as Plaza Mayor.

Oceanside Pier Stroll, Fish, Dine, Enjoy Sunsets, Watch Surfers The historic Oceanside Pier is a prized community resource as well as a monument to its citizens» persistence in seeing that a pier remains a part of its oceanfront recreational facilities.

Marrakech is an exciting and lively city, it boasts a vibrant medina listed as an UNESCO World Heritage site, vast souks considered by many to be the best in Morocco, numerous historic monuments, luxurious riads and tranquil, exotic gardens.

Mexico City's monuments, museums, plazas and ruins testify to its historic role as capital to the Aztec, New Spain, and the current nation.

Stroll to Castillo de San Marcos and other historic monuments, catch a sunset cruise along the Bayfront, walk among millions of twinkling white lights during the holiday Nights of Lights celebration, and gaze at the opulence of nearby Flagler College, built as the magnificent Ponce de Leon Hotel in 1888.

A day trip to the historic city of Cairo is only three hours away and visitors can see such world famous ancient landmarks such as the grand stone monuments of the Sphinx and the Pyramids of Giza.

The capital of the Basque Country will surprise the guests of this welcoming hotel, who will enjoy walking around the historic centre of the city, along the river, and visiting monuments such as the Santiago Cathedral, Chavarri Palace, or the Arriaga Theater.

It is located only ten minutes from the city centre, where guests can explore the monuments in Burgos s historic district, such as the breathtaking Cathedral, and discover its lively atmosphere.

With the famed Edinburgh Castle, as well as many other historic monuments and buildings, there's so much to learn about European history here.

Centrally located in Oviedo, the NH Principado hotel is within walking distance from the Gothic Cathedral, the Campoamor Theatre, as well as many other interesting cultural sights.Boasting a convenient location, just in front of the Historic Building of the University of Oviedo, this 3 star hotel is the perfect starting point to discover this ancient city and its important monuments, UNESCO World Heritage.On site amenities include airport shuttle service, car rental service, Wireless Internet access throughout the building, meeting rooms equipped with congress and banqueting facilities, medical service, restaurant and coffee bar.

The President also designates three historic sites as national monuments recognizing the legacy of the Civil Rights Movement in his final days in office.

The National Museum of Qatar is built around Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Al Thani's original palace, one of Qatar's most recognizable landmarks and a building that served as a monument to a historic way of life in Qatar.

The FRAC Lorraine has developed over the years a network of partners, such as the fine arts museums of Lorraine, the regional art centers and municipal spaces, historic monuments and parks, and the University of Lorraine.

Delaware is the only state without any National Park System units such as national parks, seashores, historic sites, battlefields, memorials, and monuments.