Sentences with phrase «at the palace museum»

More than 200 objects from the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts» renowned Fabergé collection have traveled to China, and will be on view at the Palace Museum in Beijing from April 15 to July 17, 2016.

I was sufficiently shocked and impressed by Fan Kuan and others to fly to Taipei for three days to see a Song Dynasty exhibition at the Palace Museum (2006).

«The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is honored to share its Fabergé treasures with Beijing,» VMFA Director Alex Nyerges said, «and to be the first U.S. museum to exhibit works from our permanent collection at the Palace Museum.»

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To that end, the Royal Bed will be unveiled Thursday at Kensington Palace, the royal residence and museum, as part of an exhibit of early state beds.

It was also the belief of the Babylonians and As - syrians, as their monuments testify, for a figure of a guardian angel now in the British Museum once decorated an As - syrian palace, and might well serve for a modern representation; while Nabopolassar, father of Nebuchadnezzar the Great, says: «He (Marduk) sent a tutelary deity (cherub) of grace to go at my side; in everything that I did, he made my work to succeed.»

We took a trip across the causeway to Johore Baru, Malaysia, where we toured the Sultan's palace, now a museum, and then stopped at a very modern supermarket where we found a wealth of Malaysian hot sauces.

Tzay - Ming Hong at the National Tsing Hua University in Taiwan and his colleagues decided to investigate curling scrolls after a trip to the National Palace Museum in Taipei, where they talked to art conservationists about ways to use physics to protect hanging scrolls.

Luxuriously gentile and hauntingly lucid in it's blending and reconstruction of the history held securely within the Hermitage Museum, the film is at its core a lavishly privileged tour of the magnificent palace.

After retirement from the track, it has been returned to 2006 spec and has been displayed the British Motor Heritage Museum in Gaydon, the Aston Martin Heritage Trust and during the Centenary Celebrations of the marque at Kensington Palace during July 2013.

Some audio tours have also taken a more sound - rich approach to storytelling, including a new series that Mr. DiMeo of the Memory Palace did at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.

The museums and palace are within walking distance and we bought lots of souvenirs at the Russian market.

Its rich history is manifested by its distinguished landmarks like the Eifel Tower, spectacular pieces of art at the Louvre Museum and a grandiose vision at the Palace of Versailles.

A Concierge at Four Seasons Hotel Lion Palace St Petersburg shares where to eat and shop, what museums to visit, and where to see a ballet.

• Amsterdam: Explore the canals by night in a saloon boat • Athens: View the Parthenon from the Grande Bretagne Hotel rooftop • Barcelona: Go on a tapas crawl • Belle - Île, France: Enjoy oysters at Le Bistrot du Port • Berlin: Tap into the underground nightlife scene • Budapest: Stay at the restored Four Seasons Gresham Palace • Copenhagen: Browse contemporary design shops • Florence: Tour the Vasari Corridor at the Uffizi • Galway, Ireland: Pair oysters with Guinness at Moran's Oyster Cottage • Iceland: Marvel at the Northern Lights • Isle of Skye, Scotland: Go for whisky tastings at Tallisker distillery • Istanbul: Wander the Grand Bazaar • London: Start with breakfast at the cabmen's shelter on Pont Street • Madrid: Visit the Black Paintings room at the Museo del Prado • Moscow: Tour the Diamond Vaults within the Kremlin • Paris: Snack on bread from Du Pain et Des Idees • Peloponnese, Greece: Stay at the ultra-luxe Amanzoe • Prague: Explore Prague's historic center • Rome: Buy a gelato at San Crispino • Santorini, Greece: Lounge at Red Beach • Sicily: See the mosaics at Villa Romana del Casale • Siena, Italy: Attend the medieval - era Palio horse race • Spain: Take an architecture - themed drive from Bilbao to Granada • Stockholm: Visit the Vasa Museum • Venice: Shop for glassware at L'Angolo del Passat • Versailles, France: Explore Andre Le Notre's gardens at Versailles • Vienna: Attend a concert at the Musikverein

From here we cruised next to the Royal Palace, the central museums, and finally got off at Djurgarden, the island home to Stockholm's largest park, an amusement park, and a recreated village of old Sweden.

VENICE Welcome dinner at a local restaurant; private boat ride; guided walking tour, visit St. Mark's Square, Doges» Palace and the Bridge of Sighs; glassblower's demonstrationPISA Marvel at the legendary Leaning TowerFLORENCE Guided walking tour, visit Michelangelo's David and Signoria SquareASSISI [LF] Visit the Basilica of St. Francis with a friarROME Guided sightseeing, visit the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Square and basilica; farewell dinner at a local restaurant

See traditional Balinese paintings and woodcarvings at the Puri Lukisan Museum, and visit Puri Saren Ubud (Ubud Palace) for a glimpse of the royal residence.

Tour of Salalah including the Museum of the Frankincense Land, covering the history of the ancient Frankincense trail and maritime trade and shipbuilding industry, a photo stop at the Sultan Qaboos Mosque, Al Husn Palace and stroll through the Haffah souq.

DAY 10, Saturday - Royal Yacht Britannia, Palace of Holyrood, Edinburgh Castle Today, an exploration of Edinburgh's rich heritage unfolds as you pass the elegant mansions of the 200 - year - old Georgian «New Town» on your way to the Museum of Scotland and the Scottish Parliament at the foot of the Royal Mile.

Europe positively brims with fine art galleries, museums, and historic buildings ranging from ancient castles to grand palaces, so you'll discover new, exciting destinations at every stage of your journey.

Take a stroll along Manneken Pis, visit the Royal Palace and St Michael's Cathedral and admire the art collection at the Musée Fin - de-Siècle, Brussels» fine arts museum.

Property Location A stay at Hotel Royal City Center places you in the heart of Cairo, steps from Abdin Palace and close to Museum of Islamic Art.

This afternoon, view exquisite Peruvian art during a visit to the private collection of Don Pedro de Osma Gilermeister at the Museum Pedro de Osma, a fine example of the European palace - museums of the 19th century.

In Phnom Penh, visit the Royal Palace and learn more about the Khmer Rouge regime at the Genocide Museum and one of the Killing Fields.

VENICE Welcome dinner at a local restaurant; private boat ride; guided walking tour, visit St. Mark's Square, Doges» Palace and the Bridge of Sighs; glassblower demonstration; [LF] gondola serenade MODENA [LF] Leonardi Acetaia balsamic vinegar tastingFLORENCE Guided walking tour, visit Michelangelo's David and Signoria SquareSIENA Guided walking tour, admire the Duomo and visit Piazza del CampoPIENZA Visit this UNESCO World Heritage SiteROME Guided sightseeing, visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Square and BasilicaPOMPEII Guided walking tour of the excavationsSORRENTO - CAPRI By jetfoilCAPRIFunicular ride; guided sightseeingSORRENTO [LF] Farewell dinner at O» Parrucchiano restaurant

ROME Welcome dinner at a local restaurant; guided sightseeing, visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Square and BasilicaORVIETO [LF] Taste local pastries in historic Caff MontanucciASSISI Visit St. Francis» BasilicaFLORENCE Guided walking tour, visit Signoria SquarePADUA OrientationVENICEPrivate boat ride; guided walking tour, visit St. Mark's Square and Basilica, Doges» Palace and the Bridge of Sighs; glassblower demonstrationVERONA Walking tour including Juliet's balcony and the ArenaMILAN Walking tour; [LF] excursion to Lake Como including a private boat ride to Bellagio; [LF] farewell risotto dinner at a local restaurant

ROME Welcome dinner at a local restaurant; guided sightseeing, visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Square and BasilicaORVIETO [LF] Taste local pastries in historic Caffè MontanucciASSISI Visit St. Francis» BasilicaFLORENCE Guided walking tour, visit Signoria SquarePADUA OrientationVENICEPrivate boat ride; guided walking tour, visit St. Mark's Square and Basilica, Doges» Palace and the Bridge of Sighs; glassblower demonstrationVERONA Walking tour including Juliet's balcony and the ArenaMILAN Walking tour; [LF] excursion to Lake Como including a private boat ride to Bellagio; [LF] farewell risotto dinner at a local restaurant

MUNICH Welcome dinner; guided sightseeing, visit Marienplatz; special farewell dinner at a local restaurantREGENSBURG Guided walking tour; [LF] enjoy a cruise with the Swarovski Crystal Boat; guided visit of the Thurn und Taxis Palace; [LF] taste a «medieval hot dog» at the Historic Sausage KitchenNUREMBERG Walking tourBAYREUTH Orientation of Wagner's city of festival fameBAMBERG [LF] Taste «smoked beer»; guided walking tour ROTHENBURG Walking tour of the walled townSTUTTGART [LF] Visit the Mercedes - Benz MuseumBLACK FORESTLAKE CONSTANCEOBERAMMERGAUOrientation; excursion to King Ludwig's Neuschwanstein Castle including a visit to the Museum of the Museum of the Bavarian Kings and a horse - drawn carriage ride

ROME Welcome dinner at a local restaurant; guided sightseeing, visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Square and BasilicaORVIETO [LF] Taste local pastries in historic Caffè MontanucciASSISI Visit St. Francis» BasilicaFLORENCE Guided walking tour, visit Signoria SquarePADUA OrientationVENICEPrivate boat ride; guided walking tour, visit St. Mark's Square and Basilica, Doges» Palace and the Bridge of Sighs; glassblower demonstrationVERONA Walking tour including Juliet's balcony and the ArenaMILAN Walking tour; [LF] excursion to Lake Como including a private boat ride to Bellagio; [LF] farewell risotto dinner at a local restaurantLAKE MAGGIORE Guided sightseeing and boat ride to Isola Bella to visit the baroque palace and peacock gPalace and the Bridge of Sighs; glassblower demonstrationVERONA Walking tour including Juliet's balcony and the ArenaMILAN Walking tour; [LF] excursion to Lake Como including a private boat ride to Bellagio; [LF] farewell risotto dinner at a local restaurantLAKE MAGGIORE Guided sightseeing and boat ride to Isola Bella to visit the baroque palace and peacock gpalace and peacock gardens

ROME Welcome dinner at a local restaurant; guided sightseeing, visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Square and BasilicaORVIETO [LF] Taste local pastries in historic Caff MontanucciASSISI Visit St. Francis» BasilicaFLORENCE Guided walking tour, visit Signoria SquarePADUA OrientationVENICEPrivate boat ride; guided walking tour, visit St. Mark's Square and Basilica, Doges» Palace and the Bridge of Sighs; glassblower demonstrationVERONA Walking tour including Juliet's balcony and the ArenaMILAN Walking tour; [LF] excursion to Lake Como including a private boat ride to Bellagio; [LF] farewell risotto dinner at a local restaurantLAKE MAGGIORE Guided sightseeing and boat ride to Isola Bella to visit the baroque palace and peacock gPalace and the Bridge of Sighs; glassblower demonstrationVERONA Walking tour including Juliet's balcony and the ArenaMILAN Walking tour; [LF] excursion to Lake Como including a private boat ride to Bellagio; [LF] farewell risotto dinner at a local restaurantLAKE MAGGIORE Guided sightseeing and boat ride to Isola Bella to visit the baroque palace and peacock gpalace and peacock gardens

Property Location With a stay at Chanthavinh Resort And Spa in Luang Prabang, you'll be on the riverwalk and minutes from Royal Palace Museum and Royal Palace.

Property Location A stay at New Daraphet Villa places you in the heart of Luang Prabang, walking distance from Wat Mai and Royal Palace Museum.

With a stay at G Eleven Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Phnom Penh, minutes from National Museum of Cambodia and Royal Palace.

Property Location With a stay at Quinta das Vistas Palace Gardens in Funchal, you'll be in the suburbs and convenient to Quinta das Cruzes Museum and Madeira Story Centre Museum.

With a stay at Riu Palace Paradise Island All Inclusive in Paradise Island, you'll be on the beach and minutes from Atlantis Museum and close to Atlantis Aquarium.

Property Location A stay at Cairo Center Hotel places you in the heart of Cairo, convenient to Abdin Palace and Egyptian Museum.

Property Location With a stay at Frangipani Royal Palace Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Phnom Penh, steps from National Museum of Cambodia and minutes from Royal Palace.

With a stay at Beehive Nalahiya Hotel in Male, you'll be by the ocean and minutes from Theemuge Palace, and close to National Museum.

With a stay at Mekong Estate in Luang Prabang, you'll be convenient to Wat Mai and Royal Palace Museum.

A stay at New Daraphet Villa places you in the heart of Luang Prabang, walking distance from Wat Mai and Royal Palace Museum.

Property Location With a stay at Beehive Nalahiya Hotel in Male, you'll be by the ocean and minutes from Theemuge Palace, and close to National Museum.

With a stay at Tiba Midtown Hotel - Hostel in Cairo, you'll be minutes from Abdin Palace and Museum of Islamic Art.

Some of our favorite family - friendly options include seeing the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London; touring awe - inspiring Westminster Abbey to learn about some of England's greatest monarchs, poets and scientists; coming face - to - face with mummies at the British Museum and dinosaurs at the Museum of Natural History; visiting Harry Potter sites such as the London Zoo and Platform 9 3/4 at King's Cross Station; taking a ride on the London Eye for spectacular views over the city; seeing the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace; sampling sweets and treats galore in the food halls of Harrods; riding a double - decker bus; and browsing one of the best toy stores in the world.

Property Location A stay at Victory Saigon Hotel places you in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, walking distance from War Remnants Museum and Reunification Palace.

The Luangprabang View Hotel is a well - posed four - star resort situated atop a hill that enjoys a view overlooking not only the historic town, but also the mountains and river scenery that surround it.The hotel features an exterior designed by a local designer that has crafted a modern interpretation of classic Lao architecture.Some notable highlights of a stay in Luang Prabang include a slow ride on the Mekong River, a visit to the Pak Ou Caves and nearby Lao distilleries, as well as a stroll through historic Luang Prabang for some shopping at the Handicraft Market, and a lesson in history at the Royal Palace Museum.

Property Location With a stay at Hotel Alhambra Palace in Granada (Central District), you'll be minutes from Granada Museum of Fine Arts and Alhambra.

Visit the museum at the Summer Palace of Emperor Pedro II, the Cathedral with the Emperor's tomb and the Crystal Palace.

There are 25 palaces and temples at Xunantunich, which flourished between the 6th and 9th centuries, as well as a museum, a court for ball games and several houses for the residents.

Property Location With a stay at Royal Mekong Boutique Hotel in Phnom Penh, you'll be minutes from National Museum of Cambodia and Royal Palace.

With a stay at AL Braga, you'll be centrally located in Braga, steps from Pius XII Museum and Archbishop's Palace.