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THE EXUBERANT BAYS OF THE GULF OF MEXICO

The Gulf of Mexico is a natural and touristic wealth that is located between Mexico, the United States and Cuba. Lush landscapes shelter a wide area of the Atlantic ocean. Shared by five Aztec states, five American states and Cuba to west, below you will read about the most exuberant bays that make it a […]

PLACES TO VISIT ON TAVIRA ISLAND

A traditional Portuguese town, Tavira Island corresponds to an adventure tourism jewel that extends on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. In its 607.000 square kilometers, Tavira Island is an important port that attracts thousands of tourists each year, putting Tavira as a highlighted destination in the region of Algarve. A walk through the port […]

THE BEAUTIFUL WHITE CITY OF AREQUIPA

The white city of Arequipa is the second largest city in Peru. This city has important business linkage with Brazil, Chile and Bolivia, and among its touristic wonders are important buildings in white volcanic stone, which have given the place its particular name. First known as Villa de Nuestra Señora de Asunta de Arequipa, in […]

COLORFUL HILLS OF SINTRA

The colorful hills of Sintra are a heritage of the Portuguese culture that stands out as one of the main tourist spots in the Portuguese region. Steep streets, castles and royal houses; a ride that will take you back in time and where you will find beautiful Celtic landscapes featuring the colorful hills of Sintra. […]

WISDOM IN BLUE

There’s nothing better than finding wisdom in blue. With a unique potential among the endless shades of blue, it is important in Feng Shui and recommended by the psychology of color. It is an essential color for many areas of the human development. Along history, blue had a transformation along with mankind. Having a complex […]

BORDEAUX: THE CITY OF WINE

Under the slogan, “the fleur-de-lis alone rules over the moon, the waves, the castle and the lion”, the city of Bordeaux is a tourist reference in Europe and around the world. In addition to combining their localities between historic and modern monuments, the viticultural activity of Bordeaux makes it a magnet for thousands of tourists […]

LUXEMBURG: NATURAL RESERVE OF THE EUROPEAN CULTURE

Luxembourg, also known as the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, is a natural reserve of the European culture, located in the center of the old continent. Culture and nature are its flag and coat of arms, being their flashpoints of tourism with the numerous museums, theaters and galleries, along with natural landscapes, with each season welcoming […]

THE IMPERIAL CROWN OF RUSSIA

The Imperial Crown of Russia is one of the most precious jewels of humanity, both for its historical value as for its invaluable design. Not in vain was it the symbol of the coronation of many czars throughout the history of the monarchy in that country. The Imperial Crown of Russia was for 144 years […]

THE PARTHENON: A GREAT TEMPLE

Its name means “the residence of the young ladies”, the Parthenon is one of the main temples of adoration constructed in the Acropolis of Athens between the years 447 and 432 after Christ. Dedicated to the goddess Athens, considered the protector by the Greeks, the Parthenon represents a Doric icon, which corresponds to the architectonic […]

THE MOST COMMON JEWELRY SYMBOLS

No matter if it’s an earring, a pendant, or even a ring, symbolism has always been involved in the art of jewelry. However, there is a particular group of very common symbols that have a special meaning for those who own them. From religious symbols to traditional elements, all of them have an explanation, and […]