Spain
Spain's powerful world empire of the 16th and 17th centuries ultimately yielded command of the seas to England. Subsequent failure to embrace the mercantile and industrial revolutions caused the country to fall behind Britain, France, and Germany in economic and political power.
......more... | Latvia
After a brief period of independence between the two World Wars, Latvia was annexed by the USSR in 1940. It reestablished its independence in 1991 following the breakup of the Soviet Union. Although the last Russian troops left in 1994, the status of the Russian minority (some 30% of the population) remains of concern to Moscow. Latvia continues to ......more... |
Barcelona
The airport is located 12km (8 miles) south of Barcelona
Barcelona, where to begin? Just take a walk along the Rambla and visit Gaudies church and parks. Just soak it in and explore at your leisure.
Don't forget you will need a nice hotel as siesta is mandatory, the nightlife does not begin before 10pm!
... ...more... | Riga
Riga is a truly lovely city with
lots to do and see. From Riga's beautiful and relaxing city parks
to the awesome collection of Art Nouveau buildings in Riga. I
may give youa dtiff neck from all the looking up at all the curves,
shapes and wonderful colors. Very helpful tourist ... ...more... |
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