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Relax near the ponds and fountains of the excellent gardens and tour the period rooms of one of Germany’s largest and most lavishly decorated Baroque palaces.

Admire the intriguing features and adjoining city walls of this fortress-like church, considered one of the oldest Gothic cathedrals in Spain.

Relax near the ponds and fountains of the excellent gardens and tour the period rooms of one of Germany’s largest and most lavishly decorated Baroque palaces.

Take a journey back through the centuries into the private lives of the Habsburgs.

Take a journey back through the centuries into the private lives of the Habsburgs.

Visit one of Zaragoza’s modern architectural marvels, a stunning-looking multi-purpose venue that was the exciting centerpiece of Zaragoza\'s 2008 expo.

Germany’s only skyscrapers can be found in the economic capital of Europe, which is also a city known for its sweet apple wine and some of the best museums in the country.

Explore both of the innovative buildings containing some of the most impressive works of art from the 20th century onward.

Relax in wine bars and restaurants, take a walking tour and discover the famous Colosseum and other historic sites in one of Rome’s prominent districts.

Discover the musical and historic heritage of this former capital city of the Federal Republic of Germany.

The pale sandstone fortress from Córdoba’s Moorish occupation contains a fascinating museum documenting the city’s religious history and offers excellent views.

Learn about the residents’ indigenous roots, explore snowy terrain and gaze up at the aurora borealis in the Kingdom of Light.

There are many places you can visit that you just know you are going to love, but there are very few that can genuinely surprise you. Derry is a surprise. In fact, Northern Ireland’s second city is an unexpected delight.

Master of flamenco, cradle of horses, vineyard of the top wines in Andalusia and centre of pilgrimage for motorsports fans. Jerez will make you tremble with excitement.

Relax near the ponds and fountains of the excellent gardens and tour the period rooms of one of Germany’s largest and most lavishly decorated Baroque palaces.

This 16th-century chapel highlights some brilliant Italian religious art, from lifelike marble sculptures to unnerving objects built from real human skeletons.

From an afternoon picnic in the Luxembourg Gardens to a night at the opera, France’s romantic capital offers both simple pleasures and extravagant splurges.

Climb to the lofty viewing tower of this cathedral commissioned in 1717 and completed in 1838. Inspect the crypt, carved choir and impressive dome painting.

Relax in wine bars and restaurants, take a walking tour and discover the famous Colosseum and other historic sites in one of Rome’s prominent districts.

Visit this grand old home to view furniture from centuries past and see a library filled with volumes that date back hundreds of years.

This 16th-century chapel highlights some brilliant Italian religious art, from lifelike marble sculptures to unnerving objects built from real human skeletons.

From bullfighting memorabilia to timepieces and witchcraft, this private collection of weird and wonderful artifacts will leave you impressed and amazed.