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Mysore - A City of PalacesMysore is one of the main reasons why tourists opt for a visit to South India. The city combines a wealth of history and beauty of nature in their palaces, temples, parks and other attractions, annually attracting 2.7 million tourists. While in Mysore, you can visit the castles and get acquainted with the lifestyle of the royal dynasty, enjoy the grandeur of architecture, relax in a beautiful pair of Brindavan, and, if desired, make a trip to the national parks o...
Mysore - A City of Palaces - The Best Cities to Visit in India
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The Parliament Building, the Hague, NetherlandsEvery third Tuesday of September, The Hague officially opens the new parliamentary year, in fact here is the highest legislative body in the country where Queen Beatrix lives and this day you can see her live and take a picture of a long memory. The queen and her family are going through the city in a golden carriage, waving hands to people, and at the arrival to the parliament building Queen Beatrix says a...
The Parliament Building, the Hague, Netherlands - The Best Parliament Houses in the World
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The Secretariat Building, New DelhiNew Delhi is part of the capital of India, the city of Delhi. The main government offices are located on its territory. Initially, the area of New Delhi was built for the administration of the British colony, which suffered from its residence in Calcutta. New Delhi is the imperial city, which covers an area riddled with long tree-lined boulevards. In designing this part of the city participated the Society of London Architects under ...
The Secretariat Building, New Delhi - The Best Parliament Houses in the World
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The Hungarian Parliament, BudapestThe Hungarian Parliament is the majestic symbol of independence and unity of the Hungarian nation proudly overlooking the Danube. It is one of the world's largest government residences and at the same time a symbol of Hungarian national unity, one of the most representative and popular parliamentary buildings in the world which annually attracts millions of tourists. &nb...
The Hungarian Parliament, Budapest - The Best Parliament Houses in the World
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The Capitol, Washington D.C.The majestic Capitol is the place of the U.S. Congress and the architectural complex on Capitol Hill with the Library of Congress.When it comes to the capital you will have much to do in Washington, but the Capitol building will be at the top of the list to visit. Of all the events in Washington, it will be the most impressive and beautiful sight in Washington. The Capitol is known for its impre...
The Capitol, Washington D.C. - The Best Parliament Houses in the World
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The Parliament of Canada,OttawaThe capital of Canada, Ottawa is the fourth largest city in the country. Once upon a time there was a picturesque hillside, a place where white settlers met with the Indians, exchanging manufactured goods for food. Hence the city got its name because "Ottawa" in the language of the Indians means "exchange." The title of the capital of Canada was claimed by a few cities, but Queen Victoria...
The Parliament of Canada,Ottawa - The Best Parliament Houses in the World
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The Massachusetts State House, BostonThe Massachusetts State House was built between 1795 and 1797 on Beacon Hill and overlooks Boston. The building's front feature represents an elevated portico with a series of Corinthian columns. The large gilded dome is topped with a lantern and a pinecone, a symbol of the forests of Massachusetts. The dome was originally made of wood shingles. These were replaced in 1802 with co...
The Massachusetts State House, Boston - The Best Parliament Houses in the World
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The Seat of the European Union, BelgiumThe European Union is a West European political and economic organization established under the Treaty of Rome to encourage trade and friendly relations between its member countries and to compete with other major economic powers. The hemicycle of the European Parliament, with a capacity of 750 seats was completed in 1999 and it was created to provide a worthy setting for the mont...
The Seat of the European Union, Belgium - The Best Parliament Houses in the World
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The Imperial Palace, BeijingThe Forbidden City is a former residence of 24 emperors of Ming Heavenly States and Qin, admiration. Its nearly 10-foot walls are surrounded by a moat on all sides. There are 980 buildings, numerous patios and galleries inside it. The total area of the historical monument is of 720 thousand square meters. It is believed that it was built for a total of 1 million workers, 100 thousand artists have participated in its design. The cons...
The Imperial Palace, Beijing - The Best Parliament Houses in the World
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The Houses of Parliament, LondonThe U.K. Parliament in London is the real attraction of the British capital and its business card. This is the place where the British Government works and the ruling party discusses current issues with the opposition. But the ordinary tourists have the opportunity to see this beautiful building, designed in a Gothic Revival style, from the inside. During the parliamentary recess ( from July till September) tours are held to show vis...
The Houses of Parliament, London - The Best Parliament Houses in the World
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The Palace of the Parliament, BucharestThe Palace of the Parliament which is in the Romanian capital Bucharest, is the world's largest civilian administrative building, as well as the largest parliament building and covers an area of 350 thousand square meters. The Palace of Parliament in Bucharest is one of the largest castle complexes in the world, it even concedes perhaps the Pentagon in Washington. The building...
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Xara Palace, MaltaLocated in the medieval city of Mdina, Malta's former capital, Xara Palace is one of the most popular luxury hotels in Europe. Built in the seventeenth century as the private residence of a noble family, Xara Palace is located in the city center, offering Noble spectacular views over the city as it was called by the Knights. Mdina city has only 11,000 inhabitants . Mdina is still a treasure undiscovered b...
Xara Palace, Malta - The Best Castle Hotels in the World
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Wasserschloss Lembeck, GermanyThe Lembeck Water Castle is one of the most interesting tourist destinations in West Germany. The baroque building dates from the fifteenth century, it was extended and renovated in the eighteenth century. Damaged by bombing in the Second World War the castle was renovated and opened to the public in 1954.În 1965, the bridge castle was turned into a museum, the rest became part of the hotel building ...
Wasserschloss Lembeck, Germany - The Best Castle Hotels in the World
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Taj Lake Palace, IndiaBuilt between 1743-1746 as a summer palace of Prince (Maharana) Jagat Singh II, the Taj Lake Palace is now one of the most spectacular luxury hotels in the world. Situated on an island on Lake Pichola, near the town of Udaipur, the Taj Lake Palace is considered the most romantic hotel in India. Throughout its history, the marble palace hosted Lord Curzon, Queen Elizabeth, the actress Vivien Leigh and his wif...
Taj Lake Palace, India - The Best Castle Hotels in the World
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Schlosshotel Rosenau, AustriaIf you are passionate about the hidden history of humanity, you have to visit this castle. Why ?Because this beautiful Austrian castle was one of the places preferred by masons, it was home to a Masonic lodge for a long time. During the renovations carried out in the castle in the 70s several Masonic symbols, frescoes dating from the eighteenth century were discovered here. It is said that Mozart, himse...
Schlosshotel Rosenau, Austria - The Best Castle Hotels in the World
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Galeazzi Castle, ItalyIf you are passionate about history, but not necessarily luxury, the castle Galeazzi is perfect for you. Being a construction of the fourteenth century, the castle has been turned into a 5-star hotel ,and is viewed as one of the most beautiful castle hotels in the world. Situated near Bologna, the castle belongs to the Foundation of Reading Retreats in Rural Italy, and if you want to visit the castle you m...
Galeazzi Castle, Italy - The Best Castle Hotels in the World
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Eastnor Castle, United KingdomInterest aristocrats of the nineteenth century to the medieval period led to the construction of castles that imitated the medieval architectural era of specific cities. An example is Eastnor Castle, which construction began between 1818-1820 and required a colossal amount for that period, 85,000 pounds, equivalent to 8.5 million pounds. Eastnor Castle is popular among directors, hosting BBC countless pro...
Eastnor Castle, United Kingdom - The Best Castle Hotels in the World
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Crom Castle, Northern IrelandBuilt in 1840, the Crom Castle in Northern Ireland is considered one of the most beautiful, historic buildings located in natural areas of interest. The public access to the castle is limited, because it is inhabited today by Lord Erne. The castle is located on Upper Lough Erne, one of the two lakes formed by the bed of the Erne river. There is an area around the castle declare...
Crom Castle, Northern Ireland - The Best Castle Hotels in the World
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Palácio Hotel do Buçaco, PortugalBussaco Palace (Buçaco in Portuguese) is considered one of the most beautiful hotels in the world. Located near Coimbra, the palace was built on the site of a former Carmelite monastery and was designed to serve as a summer residence of Portuguese kings. Started in 1888, the construction was completed only in 1907, just three years before the revolution of 1910 after which Portugal was declared a repu...
Palácio Hotel do Buçaco, Portugal - The Best Castle Hotels in the World
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Château de Bagnols, FranceThe castle was built in the XV century, but it also includes parts of a fortress dating older in 1221. The fortress was damaged after the Second World War, reaching almost a ruin. The year 1987 was the turning point and the revival of the castle: the property was bought by an English philanthropist, Paul Hamlyn, whose wife was involved in restoration, transforming the castle into a luxury spectacular hotel. The renovation has resulted in cost...
Château de Bagnols, France - The Best Castle Hotels in the World
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Blairquhan Castle, ScotlandAmong the earliest memories we have, we can find those stories that our parents and grandparents told us before sleep. Escaping into magical realms of magic fairy tales with princesses and princes are brave experiences which almost every child goes through. How many of us have imagined, as children to live in a castle and enjoy the benefits of the life of a monarch? If 100 years ago such a desire would have been impossible to fulfill, now we have the opportunit...
Blairquhan Castle, Scotland - The Best Castle Hotels in the World
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The Dulber PalaceThe Dulber Palace was built in 1895-1897, in Koreiz for Grand Duke Peter Nikolaevich. The Place’s project was designed by the Yalta’s architect Nikolai Petrovich Krasnov. Some of the Palace’s elements and decors were selected by the Grand Duke Peter Nikolaevich. This art experience he gained during the long journeys to Egypt, Syria and the Mediterranean countries and the Maghreb. The...
The Dulber Palace - The most impressive palaces in Crimea
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The Kichkine PalaceThe Kichkine Palace was built in the years 1908-1911, in Gaspra, near the cliffs of Aurora, on which two years later was built the Swallows Nest Palace. From the language of the Crimean Tatars, „kichkine” is translated as „baby”, named becouse of its small size in Crimean Tatar architecture style. The Palace’s architecture is spectacular, very different from other styles. The Palace’s construction was really dispute...
The Kichkine Palace - The most impressive palaces in Crimea
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The Bakhchisaray PalaceThe Palace of the Crimean Khans, Bakhchisaray Palace is located in Bakhchisaray town. It was built in 1532 as the main patrimonial residence of the Giray dynasty which ruled the Crimean Khanate within 1441-1783. Till 1783, the Bakhchisaray Palace was the heart of the political, spiritual and cultural life of the state of the Crimean Tatars. The Bakhchisaray Palace is a monumental historical symbol for the Crim...
The Bakhchisaray Palace - The most impressive palaces in Crimea
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Massandra PalaceMassandra Palace is situated between Alushta and Yalta on the highway Big Yalta, Crimea. Massandra Palace was the residence of the Russian Emperor Alexander III. The palace was built in 1881 near the church of the Assumption of St. John the Baptist by Prince, SM Vorontsov. The palace was built in the style of Louis XIII, under the French architect Bouchard, so the palace is often called the "Lesser of Versailles". After the death of Prince Vorontsov, the...
Massandra Palace - The most impressive palaces in Crimea
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The Livadia PalaceThe history of the Livadia Palace begins in 1834 when the Livadia was owened by the Polish magnate Leo Potocki. Yalta’s architect KI Eshlimana, built this palace, surrounded by a wonderful park. In 1860, the Palace became the property of the Empress, wife of Alexander II. The new owners put in order vineyards and begin reconstruction of the palace. In 1891 it became a summer residence of the last Russian tsar Nicholas II. ...
The Livadia Palace - The most impressive palaces in Crimea
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The Yusupov Palace and Park ComplexOn the Southern coast of Crimea, near to the Mount Ai-Petri, in Koreiz town is situated The Yusupov Palace and Park Complex. The palace dates the XVIII century and the beginning of Russian colonization of Crimea. Yusupov Palace it became a former "Pink House", built in the style of a modernized Italian Renaissance by a talented architect N. Krasnov. The palace’s owner were Prince Felix Yusupov, Prince Sumarokov-Elston - was governor-general o...
The Yusupov Palace and Park Complex - The most impressive palaces in Crimea
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