Tag: “Blue Mosque”

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  1. Rome with a cameraphone.

    Hidden architectural beauty on the beaten track.

  2. The Ottoman and his Visne

    Traditionally dressed Ottoman come to tourists motioning them to take a photo. Once taken, they offer a refreshing cup of visne juice, and ask for money.

  3. Badshahi Mosque

    Located in Lahore, the mosque was built by the sixth Mughal Emperor, Aurangzeb Alamgir, across from the fort in which he lived. Used as stables under Sikh rule and later as target practice by the British, the mosque was restored to its original splendor from 1939 to 1960.

  4. Can't Help Falling In Love...With Graceland

    Quick! Name three great American landmarks irresistible to tourists.

  5. The Golden Horn

    A Hidden Gem in Istanbul

  6. Blue Ridge Parkway

    The Parkway between Virginia and North Carolina

  7. Close encounter of the cycling kind.

    Cycling is a sport that lets fans get up close and personal with riders and teams alike. The Tour of Ireland is no different.

  8. Naryn Mosque

    In recent years, Saudi Arabian benefactors have paid for the construction of mosques throughout the country of Kyrgyzstan. Most are nothing architecturally special.

  9. Cadìz

    The first time you happen to see the Atlantic Ocean, you realize an ocean is something different from the usual sea like the ones you've seen before.

    Cadìz is a special place, a little gem you will love.

    But the sight of the Ocean... that left me speechless.

  10. Blue Ridge Scenic Railway

    The Blue Ridge Scenic Railway operates out of Blue Ridge Georgia.

    The train route consists of a 26-mile round trip through historic Murphy Junction along the beautiful Toccoa River. Built over 100 years ago, the railroad is the only mainline railroad excursion service based in Georgia.