Sentences with phrase «located ancient sites»

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An ancient tradition locates the place in the valley just north of the foot of the Mount of Olives, where a church now marks the traditional site of Mary's tomb.

The ancient city of Smyrna, located on the site of today's Izmir in Turkey, the gateway to Asia and stepping - stone to Europe, is sacred soil because of what happened there one Sunday, around 2:00 in the afternoon, in February of the year 155.

Located in select hillside vineyard sites, these ancient low - yielding glera vines produce a limited quantity of exceptional quality fruit.

I also have to locate and recover bodies just as we might locate and excavate an ancient site.»

But the project's Jerusalem site is on and adjacent to the ancient Muslim cemetery of Mamilla, located just to the west of the ancient city's walls.

Located on the ancient site of Aoba Castle in Sendai City, Tohoku University is proud to be ranked among Japan's leading universities.

The «Cradle of Humankind» — a Unesco World Heritage Site located approximately 30 miles north of Johannesburg, South Africa — is famous for its rich and diverse deposits of ancient hominin fossils.

The city is located on the site of an ancient Greek colony, said to have been founded by Greek sailors who were looking for a safe shore on which to land.

Ancient Egyptian Pyramids; Giza, the site of the Great Pyramid and the Sphinx Most pyramids are located near Cairo, with only one royal pyramid being located south of Cairo, at the Abydos temple complex.

This world heritage site, located in the centre of the archipelago, is the birth place of Apollo and Artemis and in ancient times was the religious centre for the whole of Greece.

Gunung Kawi (Historical Site) is a name of place located in Tampak Siring District famous with the ancient relics including old temple look like the tombstone (grave), Hindu Temple and an ancient miniature of old Balinese living concept made from the stones.

The Riviera Maya region in Mexico is home to dazzling beaches, ancient Mayan archaeological sites, coral reefs, and all - inclusive resorts — all conveniently located just south of Cancun.

It is located in the south - west, where ancient sites sit side by side with superb hotels.

Altun Ha is a relatively close ancient Mayan Site located about 30 miles north of Belize City.

Caye Caulker is located one mile from the Belize Barrier Reef, where you can dive and snorkel or take a day trip to the mainland and see ancient Maya sites.

Four Seasons Bahrain Bay is located less than 15 minutes from Bahrain International Airport and near some of Bahrain's great attractions including beaches, golfing, the Bahrain National Theatre and numerous ancient archeological sites.

An overnight trip may be planned to Tikal, one of the largest Ancient Mayan Ruin sites located just over the border in Guatemala.

Azerai is an elegant new hotel located in the heart of the tiny and ancient town of Luang Prabang, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995.

Also includes historic details like stone steps, a cavernous ancient oven and is located on the site of an 800 year old bred oven.

If you have a passion for historical places and things past and olden, the ancient Mayan site of Xunantunich, located in western Belize, is sure to take your breath away.

❧ Caracol is the name given to a large ancient Maya archaeological site, located in what is now the Cayo District of Belize.

First class accommodation on the sea and within walking distance of the first tee with 15 rooms, some of which are located in the ancient tower and others in the old farmhouse adjacent to the archaeological site, which has been unearthed and which form part of the slaves» dwellings in the ancient city of Egnatia.

The Masseria has 15 rooms, some of which are located in the ancient tower and others in the old farmhouse adjacent to the archaeological site, which has just recently been unearthed and which form part of the slaves» dwellings in the ancient city of Egnatia.

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.

Perhaps the most famous of all ancient Maya sites, the towering city of Tikal, is located just across the border from Cayo District in neighboring Guatemala.

The Velada Mérida Hotel is located in the centre of Mérida and is surrounded by ancient Roman ruins, tourist attractions and cultural sites, ideal for a holiday in Spain.Business or leisure travellers can avail of the well - equipped meeting and reception rooms and the hotel also offers outdoor pool, disabled - accessible facilities, restaurant, bar - cafeteria, safe, parking, wireless Internet access and car rental.

Chabil Mar is also conveniently located close to all of the major attractions in Belize, including scuba diving sites, ancient Maya cities, and wildlife sanctuaries.

Many of the best sites are located on the famous Royal Mile around which much of the ancient city was constructed.

Located in the city of Cusco, the ancient capital of the Inca Empire, and declared a World Heritage Site, this hotel has 24 comfortable rooms and a historic courtyard with an exclusive spa.

Our trek will start with a gentle walk of a small ravine after 2 hours then we need to climb around 400 meters to the reach Pumamarka ruins, the walk from here is one hour to reach the Inca site of Huchuy Qosqo, recently restored by archaeologists, located at 3,450 mals from this point it is clear to see many beautiful mountains as Chicon, Pitusiray, Sawasiray, Waccaywilca or Veronica ancient sacred mountains «Apus» so respected and venerated by the locals Incas - Quechuas descendents living in this valleys for centuries.

Coba is a large and expansive ancient Mayan Ruins site located in Mexico «s Yucatan Peninsula, near Tulum, Valladolid and Playa del Carmen, making it the perfect place to explore on a day...

Coba is a large and expansive ancient Mayan Ruins site located in Mexico «s Yucatan Peninsula, near Tulum, Valladolid and Playa del Carmen, making it the perfect place to explore on a day trip from any of these places.

The old city, an Incan archeological site, is located at the top of a mountain, and there you will witness firsthand the stonemasonry skill of our ancient ancestors.

Cahal Pech is conveniently located close to top attractions in the country, including ancient Maya ruins, national parks, animal sanctuaries, and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Tikal just over the border in neighboring Guatemala.

Hotel Description The recently renovated Hotel Venus Beach is located close to the Tombs of the Kings, one of the most important ancient sites in the Paphos area of Cyprus.

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.

U.S. News & World Report listed Belize in the number eight position for «Best Places to Visit in Central and South America,» highlighting the number of adventure options in the country, including exploring ancient Maya ruins, the archeological sites of the country's western Cayo District, and the world - class snorkeling and diving opportunities located at the Hol Chan Marine Reserve.

The newly excavated ancient Mayan site of Caracol is located deep in the Chiquibul Rainforest.

We also get a brief glimpse of Lara scaling the side of a cliff, and get to see what looks like some ancient pyramid ruins located deep beneath a cave site.

As Paul Moorhouse writes, «Riley was astonished by the art she found in these ancient burial sites carved out of rock and located deep in the earth.