Sentences with phrase «known as a tourist attraction»

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China had previously purchased two former Soviet aircraft carriers to be used as tourist attractions, and the Liaoning, known as the Varyag at the time, was deemed to be too deteriorated to be able to be used for active duty, and the Chinese Navy was more focused on submarines at the time.

Travelers do not like the label of «tourist,» and many would rather get to know a destination, as opposed to hitting all of the overhyped attractions.

The boiling mud and sulphurous steam holes of the area west of Naples known as the Campi Flegrei or Phlegraean Fields, from the Greek word for burning, are a major tourist attraction.

Ka'a Point, now better known as Kite Beach, has become a tourist attraction among kiteboard enthusiasts, although the smell of sewage lingers.

At an 11 a.m. news conference, Miner said developer Robert Congel told city officials Tuesday that the expansion of Carousel Center mall known as Destiny USA will go no further, despite years of promises by Congel that it would eventually mushroom into a major tourist attraction on par with Disney World.

Japanese macaques, also known as snow monkeys, have been enjoying regular baths in the hot spring at Jigokudani in Japan for decades — and have even become a popular tourist attraction.

as i've mentioned a few times, when there is a highly populated tourist attraction that i know i want to photograph, i will wake up well before the sun rises... bonus points if it is on a weekend.

Nowadays, it's mainly a tourist attraction that operates under the aegis of a larger mega-church run by the affable Jeffers (Cedric Antonio Kyles, better known as Cedric the Entertainer).

The Winchester Mystery House, as it's known, is a legendary tourist attraction (according to San Jose folklore, it really is said to be haunted by the ghosts of people killed by Winchester rifles).

Obviously, this is an allusion to Rick's profession, a notable somebody in the world's largest manufacturer of celluloid dreams, all more or less tied to a sprawling city known for its proliferation of psychics and mediums as both tourist attractions or acceptable lifestyle conditions.

Did You Know: A tourist attraction in its own right, Fort Smith's visitor center is located in a restored bordello once known as Miss Laura's Social Club.

San Jose - Costa Rica's Capital Tortuguero National Park - 43,000 acres of tropical rainforests, canals and rivers Braulio Carrillo Park - with its famous cascading waterfalls Manuel Antonio National Park - home to the rare and playful squirrel monkey Escallonia Cloud Forest - also referred to as a fog forest Hanging Bridges - 6 suspension bridges winding through the tropical rainforest canopy Poás Volcano - with its mile - wide crater Arenal Volcano - with its softly glowing lava flow Costa Rica Rainforest Hike - with naturalist guides Aerial Tram Ride - glide along the rainforest canopy (a top tourist attraction) Green Turtle Research Station - created to protect Costa Rica's turtle nesting habitat, turtle eggs and young hatchlings Atlantic Turtle Nesting Beaches - witness young turtles race to the sea (during nesting season) Cano Palma Wildlife Reserve - with its mysterious reflecting waters Carara Biological Reserve - Also known as «River of Crocodiles» Visits to Pineapple, Banana & Coffee Plantations Cano Negro Wildlife Refuge - includes Rio Frio boat cruise

Las Ramblas or also known as La Rambla is a street in Barcelona, which is a popular tourist attraction because of its shops and local markets.

Sitting high above San Simeon, the massive estate known as «Hearst Castle» is one of the most popular, historic, and iconic tourist attractions in California.

Also known as route 35, this free tram is an easy way to get around the city quickly — and it's also a popular tourist attraction.

Exterior: Set against the backdrop of one of London's best - known historical landmarks, Hilton London Tower Bridge is a modern hotel with 245 bedrooms, ideally located by the city's financial and shopping districts, as well as boasting a fantastic sightseeing location from which to explore London's many tourist attractions.

The exterior of the Palace of Westminster — especially the Elizabeth Tower which houses the bell known as Big Ben, and its setting on the bank of the River Thames — is recognised worldwide, and is one of the most visited tourist attractions in London.

Hazyview IS BEST KNOWN FOR its warm friendly climate and people, and being so centrally located to major tourist attractions such as Kruger National Park and Blyde River Canyon.

Along your way are a variety of tourist attractions such as the second highest mountain in Queensland known as Mount Bartle Frere and many beautiful swimming holes.

Yamba town was officially gazetted in 1885, as the area's varied tourist attractions became known.

Although locally known, since this time the area became a major tourist attraction and is now regarded as one of the New7Wonders of the World.

Hervey Bay is known as the gateway to Fraser Island and, together with major regional tourist attractions, is a world renowned holiday destination for couples, families and backpackers.

Sandalford is well known for its quality wines but also as being a superior tourist attraction situated 25 minutes from Perth city, in the heart of

Also known as Changu Lake, this glacial lake is a popular tourist attraction and is located on the road towards the Nathu La pass.

Ubud Monkey Forest, also known as the Sacred Monkey Forest of Padangtegal and is one of Ubud's most popular attractions for tourists both international and locally.

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Also known as Changu Lake, this glacial lake is a popular tourist attraction lying on the road towards the Nathu La Pass.

Known by different names such as the «Island of the Gods», or the «Island of Peace», Bali is perhaps Indonesia's most popular tourist attraction, because it has just about everything for everyone — fantastic beaches, resorts, museums, galleries, temples, hills, mountains, lakes and more!

As you already know, Bali is home not just to impeccable tourist attractions, but also to unique cultural practices.

His luminous watercolours inspired a cottage industry of Arrernte artists, collectively known as the Hermannsburg School, after the remote central Australian mission he transformed into a tourist attraction.

Visitors come for the beauty of the area as well as known tourist attractions.

With the many freeway changes and tourist attractions, San Diego County isn't just known for the mild climate, but the amount of tickets that are given out as well.

Fans of the «King of Rock and Roll» know Tupelo as the birthplace of Elvis Presley, and indeed, the city has developed into a tourist attraction for his fans around the world, with Elvis memorabilia lined along the streets.

It's also known as a very popular tourist destination because of the close location to Orlando and Kissimmee, which both offer a number of very popular attractions.

Orlando is also known as «The Theme Park Capital of the World» and in 2014 its tourist attractions and events drew more than 62 million visitors.

We are known as the most popular family - fun street and tourist draw in Niagara Falls.Our street comes alive with exciting attractions, gift shops, museums, haunted houses, video arcades, restaurants, hotels and unique attractions.

Norfolk County's most popular tourist attractions are the beaches, ports, towns and villages along Lake Erie, known as Ontario's South Coast.