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Colour has an effect on us psychologically, they tend to leave a mark in our minds. This article covers the likes of psychedelic deserts of Ethiopia to China’s rainbow-hued mountains, the world is FULL of colourful wonders waiting to be explored. Put any and all of these 10 most colourful places to visit around the world, on your travel list for the year of 2020: Havana, Cuba Source: Unsplash.com Rich in culture, character, relaxation and rebellion, Cuba’s capital city of Havana is a riot of colour and surprises. Past and present mix seamlessly here with pastel-shaded colonial buildings, Brooklyn-cool bars and vintage cars lining the shadowy streets. Creaky front doors are left open, old men play chess on the sidewalk, jazz rocks from every corner. There’s glitz and glamour too with Old Havana, built around five spectacular plazas and boasting an array of museums, galleries and restaurants — and the best mojitos on earth. Tourism in Cuba has mushroomed in the last ...

Gorgeous Bruges is a tourist’s dream. This is Belgium’s most perfectly preserved medieval town, and its jaw-dropping, beautiful architecture attracts more than two million visitors every year. If you’re short of time on your Belgium travels, Bruges should be your number one stop. With its wealth of interesting old buildings and its canals, Bruges still retains a distinct medieval air. Anyone taking a walk through the narrow streets or a boat trip on the canals falls immediately under its spell, charmed by the atmosphere of, what is for many, the most delightful of all the cities of Flanders (the Dutch-speaking northern part of Belgium). Because the center of Bruges is comparatively small, even those with only a day to spend sightseeing can expect to take away a good idea of all the major attractions. Belfry The south side of Bruges’ Markt (the main square) is dominated by the Halle with the belfry-Bruges’ most distinctive landmark-soaring above it. The Halle was begun in 124...

Description of the sights of China brings us to the idea of an encyclopedia. In this country there are so many remarkable places that are interesting for tourists that talking about a short list is even somehow offensive. The names of the sights of China include museums and temples, both Buddhist and other religions and faiths. These are whole streets and cities, areas and natural parks, mountains and bays, rivers and deserts. These are gorges and rocks of an unusual shape, these are temples hanging on the rocks, and bridges of a futuristic look. The Palace Museum Housing over 690,000 artefacts, the National Palace Museum in Taipei is a treasure trove of Chinese culture. Evacuated from the Forbidden City to Taiwan in 1948 amidst the panic of the Chinese Civil War, the collection provides an in-depth view of the beauty of Chinese history from the Neolithic to the modern era. The National Palace Museum , founded in 1965 in the Shilin district of Taipei, Taiwan, curr...

Explore Arboretum Trompenburg Rotterdam - perhaps the only metropolis that can boast a huge collection of the most unusual varieties of trees. The Trompenburg Arboretum botanical gardens are beautifully laid out with a large collection of trees, shrubs, perennials, bulbs and tubers. Trompenburg covers seven hectares and offers fantastic gardens for not only plant experts, but also walkers in search of peace and quiet in the busy city. Here you can see plants from around the world and, of course, Dutch mighty oaks, beeches and a large collection of purple rhododendrons. Canals, bridges, benches, immersed in greenery and floral aromas, create a very romantic atmosphere in Trompenburg garden. Constant interest among visitors is caused by greenhouses, in which a large collection of succulents and milk eaters is represented. But in one of them we notice that the pots with tiny succulents are in a fine-celled strong cell.  After you visiting Trompenburg Arboretum botanic...

The Fortress of Koules in Heraklion Crete : The Venetian Castle of Heraklion is called Koules, which means fortress in Turkish. It is an impressive fortress that surrounds the harbor of Heraklion, Crete. The Koules Castle is a massive fortress with two storeys that used to guard the entry to the port. The Castle was constructed by the Venetians in the early 13th century when they conquered the town. The earliest description of the Koules Venetian Castle exists in the work of the Florentine monk Cristoforo Buondelmonti in 1429. The architecture of the Castle is the typical Venetian architectural style. The construction was such that the walls of the Castle could protect the breakwater of the harbor. The Castle was made of stones. The ground floor has a vaulted roof with broad fanlight. Today the Koules Venetian Castle has been cleaned and restored many times. It is visited by thousands of people every year and consists of the trademark of Heraklion Town . One more inc...

Greece is the queen of luxurious beaches and breathtaking landscapes. Three seas, many islands with unique natural landscapes and a variety of beaches - the wealth of Greece is incredible... On the Greek islands, everyone can find their paradise on earth. Do you doubt it? Then meet the best beaches of Greece! In Greece, almost all beaches are municipal. They, like other natural resources, belong to the state. From which it follows that you can visit them without any restrictions and for free. But for the convenience (umbrellas, deck chairs) will have to pay, unless they belong to the hotel in which you could settled by booking at XcelTrip . Petani beach Petani is an excellent beach, located 20 km west of Argostoli, the capital of Kefalonia, on the beautiful Paliki peninsula. The beach, up to 600 meters long, is located at the foot of a mountain serpentine, in a curved bay. Petani beach is blue clear water and stunning surroundings - huge rocks covered with green ...

Looking for indelible moments? You’ll find them when you swim at the famous Shipwreck Beach, watch the sunset from the cliffs of Keri and Kryoneri, listen to the islanders sing their cantatas and see the endangered caretta caretta sea turtles lay their eggs in the island’s white sands. Welcome to Zakynthos , as it is known in Greece, the island that has it all.  What to do in Zakynthos Set sail for fabulous beaches? From your seat on the caique that does the circuit of Zakynthos, you’ll see a cavalcade of beaches, each one more magical than the last. Shipwreck Beach, Laganas, Gerakas, Vasilikos, Marathonisi, the Blue Caves ... all rank among the most splendid in Greece. Vying for  first place, the renowned shipwreck at the eponymous   beach adds drama to the ubiquitous white sand, white cliffs and turquoise green water. Come early in the morning, or drop anchor the previous evening, so you can enjoy your first dive before the rest of the world arrives. Th...

Athens is the ancient cultural center of Greece and just a very beautiful and original city. Athens is an antique city, so start your acquaintance with the most “bearded” sights. One of these places is the area of Plaka. The oldest historical district of the city rests under the shadow of a no less ancient hill - the Acropolis. Labyrinths of narrow shady streets twined with greens and flowers interlace in a fancy pattern, taking you back in time, slowing down time. Here you should wander among the old traditional Greek houses, and then wrap up in one of the hospitable little taverns, in order to be convinced of the Greek cordiality. Athens Acropolis (Athens) After a walk through Plaka, do not be lazy to climb the Acropolis. Everyone probably knows this flat-topped cliff, topped with a classical Greek temple. Thousands of tourists come to this truly magical place every year who want to see the most interesting sights of Greece with their own eyes. The first temples of ...

Greece  is a favorite destination for travelers from all over the world due to its ancient history, magnificent nature, numerous islands and the warm sea. Every year the country is visited by millions of tourists, bringing the country a considerable profit. Instead, they get amazing opportunities for recreation and entertainment. Cozy located in the Aegean Sea, Santorini is a beautiful Greek island about 200 km southeast of the mainland. With its picturesque landscapes and unique sights, the island’s main industry is tourism, which reaches its peak during the summer. With  Xceltrip , book trips to   Santorini. XcelTrip gives you an opportunity to book  Terra Blue Santorini   for 0.00495BTC per night.   With a stay at  Terra Blue Santorini  in Santorini, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Museum of Prehistoric Thira and Wine Museum. This hotel is 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Archaeological Museum and 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from Re...

Berlin is not only capital of Germany but the country's largest city and a major center of politics, culture, media, and science. Noted for its cultural flair, Berlin is home to the world famous Berlin Opera and Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, while its diverse art scene encompasses hundreds of galleries, events, and museums, including those on Museum Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Berlin offers an eclectic mix of new and classic architecture, dynamic entertainment, shopping, and a wide variety of sports and cultural institutions. Berlin's most famous historic landmark is the Brandenburg Gate (Brandenburger Tor) Brandenburg Gate is Neoclassical gate was commissioned by King Frederick Wilhelm II in 1788, and its design was inspired by the Propylaea in Athens' Acropolis. The sandstone monument is 26 meters tall, standing in the Mitte district's Pariser Platz, just a block from the Reichstag building. Museum Island Granted UNESCO National Heritage Sit...

If you are visiting  Germany , and even if you are not a beer drinker, you need to go to the Hofbräuhaus Munich .  Outside of Oktoberfest season, it is probably the number one destination for tourists from all around the world. This large, loud, and bustling beer hall is open every day of the year and it is almost always packed. Here you get to do what we think you should do in Germany: drink great beer, eat delicious food, sing loudly, and clank large beer mugs together in friendship. Beer Steins and Beer Tokens Since there is such an interest in the beer, the management has always catered to regulars. There are hundreds of people who have standing table reservations each week. There is even a list of them on the Hofbräuhaus website. They will collect their tankard from a locker; order a maß (mass or beer-1 liter) which he will then pay for with a special Biermarke or token. There are over 400 tankard lockers located around the main are...