Sentences with phrase «grand old palaces»

«I look at Cleveland as this grand old palace with [a] previous dynamic that may not be there in that fashion, but has the potential [to] re-shape itself,» Odita said.

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The pyjama - bottomed one is very much still going for Hungary at the grand old age of 40, over ten years since he last played in the Premier League with Crystal Palace.

An historical palace now a five star luxury hotel — this is the place to escape into the old world 18th century world of decor where the English grand tour was conducted by the aristocrats of England.

From Maharaj Pier, a tourist pier, you can visit Wat Mahathat, another Ayutthaya temple, the Grand Palace and Temple of the Emerald Buddha, the old city, Rattanakosin.

But for those with time constraints, here are the must dos: Visit the Topkapi Palace and the Ottoman Royal Jewels; see the Hagia Sophia, a Roman built cathedral - turned - mosque from 537; feast on Turkey's varied cuisine; go shopping and get lost in the Grand Bazaar; visit a Hammam for a serious spa scrub down; ride the second oldest underground train line and vintage red trams.

Sitting on the Gulf of Oman, Muscat is home to the Sultan Qaboo's Grand Mosque, the Museum of Omani Heritage, the Bait Al Falaj Fort, Old Muscat and the Old Palace.

The mix of influences led to the development of unique local culture, music, art, cuisine, and architecture, which is most visible in the Old Town of Corfu, with its Italianate buildings, smattering of palaces, narrow alleyways hung with laundry, and grand squares built around imposing Orthodox and Catholic churches.

From the Grand Palace to Little India and Chinatown, through the old European quarter and on to the beginnings of Bangkok's modern business district, a stroll down Charoen Krung Road touches nearly all of the historical - cultural threads that weave this fascinating city together.

Among the highlights that are genuinely unmissable are the magnificent fifteenth - century Topkapi Palace, the centuries - old Grand Bazaar and the Blue Mosque, which is particularly magical when viewed at sunset.

Located in Rhodes Old Town, this hotel is within a 10 - minute walk of Mosque of Süleyman and Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes.

It's easy to wile away the days at the nearby beaches, but make sure to check out such renowned spots like El Ateneo Grand Splendid, an old theatre with an ancient bookshop inside, and Casa Rosada, the presidential palace.

The old Bangkok attractions like the Grand Palace and Temple of the Emerald Buddha are on the stretch of Inner Ratchadamnoen.

With beautiful old town squares, Gothic castles, grand palaces, majestic cathedrals and a whole host of architectural styles, there is always something new to discover with Poland train tours.

Any first visit to Bangkok should include a ride on the Chao Phraya River, the old highway of the city, and a visit to the Grand Palace and Wat Po, the historic and spiritual center of the country!

Property Location With a stay at Miramar Hotel Bangkok in Bangkok (Old Town - Khao San), you'll be convenient to Wat Suthat and Grand Palace.

This accommodation is just within walking distance to Byzatine and Ottoman monuments location St.Sophia (Ayasofya), Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Camii), Grand Bazar, Topkapi Palace, Hippodrome, Basilica Cistern, Turkish & Islamic Museum, Archaelogic Museum and Old Traditional Baths.

As the Queen celebrates reaching the grand old age of 90, we're celebrating her castles, palaces and secret escapes as we step behind the doors of her famous residences around the country.