Brussels Destination Guide

Major Cities Destination Guide

Bank of England Museum : London

Bank of England Museum at London Known affectionately by Londoners as "the Old Lady of Threadneedle Street", the Bank of England is one of Britain's most famous and august institutions. The Museum is housed within the Bank of England itself, right at the heart of the City of London. It traces

Museo Nazionale di Villa Giulia

Museo Nazionale di Villa Giulia The Villa Giulia, a collection of courtyards, loggias and gardens, is home to the world's primary collection of Etruscan treasures. The Museum is housed in the Villa of Pope Julius III or Villa Giulia, built from a design by Jacopo Barozzi da Vignola between 1551 and

Zoologischer Garten (Zoological Garden) : Berlin

The Zoologischer Garten Berlin (zoological garden Berlin) is one of the biggest zoos in Germany and the one with the largest number of species of the world. It is located in Berlin Tiergarten near the homonymous S-Bahn and railway station in the city center. One of the Germany's first zoos,

Olympiastadion (Olympic Stadium) : Berlin

The Olympic Stadium (German: Olympiastadion) in Berlin, designed by German architect Werner March, was constructed between 1934 and 1936 for the 1936 Summer Olympics. It replaced the German Stadium designed by Werner's father Otto March. It was being refurbished for the Football World Cup 2006 until mid-2004. It is currently

Sarphati Park : Amsterdam

Sarphati Park Small park close to Albert Cuyp market. Good place for a picknick after a visit to the market. address: Sarphatistraat

Royal Porcelain Factory : Berlin

This historical firm has been making its famous porcelain in Berlin since 1763. Along with contemporary works you can see magnificent showpieces from the past 300 years. Guided tours for individuals every first Thursday of the month, group tours by appointment. Admission: 5DM Connections: S Tiergarten, bus 123. Address: Wegelystr. 1, Charlottenburg Tel:

Alcatraz Island

Alcatraz Island Known by many as The Rock, Alcatraz Island is located just north of San Francisco in San Francisco Bay. The United States Department of Justice used the island as a military prison from 1868 to 1933, and then as a federal prison for dangerous criminals from 1933 until 1963.

Chowpatty beach

Chowpatty beach Chowpatty beach is Mumbai's most famous beach. It is inextricably linked to adjoining areas of Malabar Hill, Girgaum, Gamdevi and Khetwadi. On this beach the most famous are the Kiosks. These stalls sell all kinds of Chatt & Tikki and who can forget the famous Bhelpuri of

Spandau Citadel (Zitadelle Spandau) : Berlin

The Spandau Citadel is the oldest remaining structure in Berlin. The fortress was built in the 16th century, but the main tower dates back to about the 12th century. In spite of damage and additions, the Spandau citadel is one of the best preserved Renaissance fortresses in Germany and still

Santa Maria del Mar : Barcelona

Santa Maria del Mar Great impressive basilica that is built on what used to be the shore in the 14th century. With its impressive glass-stained windows it's a synbol of Catalan superiority. address: Plaça de Santa Maria tel: +34 93 310 23 90