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		<title>5 great museums in Paris</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 16 Mar 2013 12:26:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[National Museum Picasso Picasso Museum is located in a XVII century building in the heart of Paris. The collection was started in 1973 after the French government accepted Picasso&#8217;s own collection instead of debt after death, and was added after the death of his widow in 1990. All times Parisian artist&#8217;s work is represented in [...]]]></description>
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<p><strong>National Museum Picasso</strong><br />
Picasso Museum is located in a XVII century building in the heart of Paris. The collection was started in 1973 after the French government accepted Picasso&#8217;s own collection instead of debt after death, and was added after the death of his widow in 1990. All times Parisian artist&#8217;s work is represented in works of art such as paintings, drawings, ceramics, sculptures and even poetry. Memorable works include portrait &#8220;Paolo as Harlequin&#8221; and &#8220;Nude in Chair&#8221;. Most grandiose paintings by Picasso are owned and housed in foreign museums or are in the hands of private collectors.</p>
<p><strong>National Museum Eugène Delacroix</strong><br />
National Museum Eugène Delacroix, is in the former apartment and studio of the artist. Delacroix moved to rue de Furstenberg on December 28, 1857. He left his old apartment located on Rue Notre-Dame-de-Lorette be closer to Saint-slim, for dealing with decorating one of the chapels, now called the Chapel of the Holy Angels. Although he was seriously ill, the artist was determined to finish the work begun in the chapel, but could not make a long journey every day, which is why its moving. Eugène Delacroix company was founded in 1932 at the request of painters Maurice Denis and Paul Signac, to prevent conversion of former artist&#8217;s workshop in the garage. The company managed to rent first and then shop and apartment. Stated goal was to preserve and promote the work of Delacroix. In 1952 the building was put up for sale, and society, lacking the necessary funds to buy it, donated the entire collection to the French state, in order to set up a museum in 1971 became the National Museum Eugène Delacroix.</p>
<p><strong>Coin Museum</strong><br />
Museum coin shows an impressive collection of coins, banknotes, medals and historical documents. The museum was inaugurated in 1988 and is housed in the building La Monnaie de Paris. Beautiful building in the seventeenth century was a time where they made most of the coins used in France. Currently only certain types of coins and some jewelery are created here. Museum&#8217;s collection is remarkable, and is a perfect representation of the glorious history of France during the Renaissance until now.</p>
<p><strong>Louvre Museum</strong><br />
One of the largest art museums in the world, this building houses an extraordinary collection of paintings, sculptures and antiquities from around the world. Louvre was opened to the public in 1793, immediately after the revolution, to display the spectacular treasures looted from the royal palaces. The most popular attraction is the enigmatic Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci, which is protected by glass in his own room. Permanent collections are divided into collections of Egyptian, Greek, Roman and Asian antiquities, painting, drawing, sculpture and art. Not even think to suggest you to visit all in one day.</p>
<p><strong>Cluny Museum</strong><br />
Along the Hôtel de Sens in the Marais district, Hôtel de Cluny is all that remains of the medieval architecture of Paris. Enter through courtyard paved with stones Cour d&#8217;Honneur (Honor Court) in order to admire the richly decorated Gothic building with its walls and towers, statues and gargoyles shaped windows with decorative shells. Cluny was originally the residence of a rich abbot of the fifteenth century, was built near the ruins of an ancient Roman baths. Since 1515 was the residence of Mary Tudor, widow of Louis XII and daughter of King Henry VII and Elizabeth of York. Confiscated during the French Revolution, the hôtel was rented in 1833 to Alexandre du Sommerard which decorated with works of medieval art. After his death in 1842, the government bought the building and the entire collection.</p>
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		<title>5 attractions in Paris &#8211; Part II</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 16 Mar 2013 12:15:58 +0000</pubDate>
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<p><strong>Palais de Justice</strong><br />
Being practically heart French legal system, the huge Palais de Justice is on Boulevard du Palais, the site of a Roman palace, where in 360 was crowned Emperor Julian. Since the sixteenth century to the French Revolution, the Paris hosted Parliament (Parlement of Paris). This palace is also the Conciergerie, a former prison, now the museum, where Marie Antoinette was imprisoned before being executed. Outside the building you can admire the works of sculptor Jean-Marie Bonnassieux.</p>
<p><strong>Vincennes forest</strong><br />
Vincennes forest covers over 400 hectares of land in the southeast corner of Paris. Located at the northern edge of the forest, the Château de Vincennes is a medieval castle in the true sense of the word. Louis XIV spent his honeymoon in the pavilion built in the seventeenth century, Pavillon du Roi, one of the two pavilions that flank the western central castle. The Royal Court Tour of fortifications, 52 meters high, was built in 1369 and was used as a prison in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. Admission is free for those who want to visit the areas Castle, but the only way to visit the Royal Chapel, built in Gothic style between XVI and XVI, is through a guided tour.</p>
<p>The main attraction of the forest, Parc Floral de Paris, located in southern Château de Vincennes, where children between 6 and 14 years can enjoy the Bibliothèque-Ludothèque Nature (Nature Library and puppets) or beautiful Jardin des Papillons place where you can admire over 40 species of butterflies. Tropical Agronomy Garden (Jardin d&#8217;Agriculture Tropicale), a vestige of Colonial exhibition in 1907, is located on the eastern edge of the park. Every year there is a huge amusement park known as the Foire du throne in April and May.</p>
<p><strong>Notre Dame</strong><br />
Notre Dame wide stretches over Place de Parvis, the Isle de la Cité, and the most resistant symbol of Paris is a very interesting tourist attraction. Cathedral built between 1163 and 1345 is considered one of the masterpieces of Gothic. Massive interior has a capacity of 6000 persons and is dominated by three spectacular windows. To climb the 387 steps to the top of the tower is worth the effort for a panoramic view of the city. High bell tower holds closely related to Quasimodo, the fictional hunchback. Opposite North door is a museum that displays the history of the cathedral, while in the square in front of the cathedral crypt that houses Notre-Dame archaeological museum.</p>
<p><strong>Rodin Museum</strong><br />
Rodin Museum is situated near the Musée d&#8217;Orsay and is housed in what was formerly Hôtel Biron, the beautiful hotel where Auguste Rodin (1840-1917) lived and worked. Inside are several Rodin sculptures of marble, including kissing while outside in the garden, are famous bronzes and Thinker among them. The museum includes many works of Camille Claudel also, Rodin&#8217;s pupil and mistress, and paintings by Van Gogh, Renoir, Manet and Rodin himself.</p>
<p><strong>Orsay Museum</strong><br />
Great new museum is close by Parisian standards. It is located in a railway station on the Seine and houses a large collection of works from the period 1848 to 1914. Are important works belonging to the Art Nouveau movement but the Orsay Museum is known for its Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art. The collection is arranged chronologically and includes well-known works by Monet, Manet and Courbet. Also a permanent exhibition is the famous painting by Gustave Doré, called &#8220;Enigma&#8221; and the marble statue of Henri Chapu, &#8220;Joan of Arc in Domrémy&#8221;.</p>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 16 Mar 2013 11:59:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Square du Vert Galant Little garden in northwest Ile de la Cite commemorates Henry IV, known as the Vert Galant. On a terrace above the garden, is an equestrian statue of the king, in a place frequented by lovers. Henry IV was King of France between 1589 and 1610, and was notorious for his unconditional [...]]]></description>
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<p><strong>Square du Vert Galant</strong><br />
Little garden in northwest Ile de la Cite commemorates Henry IV, known as the Vert Galant. On a terrace above the garden, is an equestrian statue of the king, in a place frequented by lovers. Henry IV was King of France between 1589 and 1610, and was notorious for his unconditional support of the monarchy but also for his great love for women.</p>
<p>The market is a great place to picnic, and offers magnificent views over the Seine, especially at sunset, view of himself being immortalized in a Picasso painting found in the Picasso Museum in Paris. Also, here is the place of departure of boats Vedette, offers tours of the Seine.</p>
<p><strong>Sainte-Chapelle</strong><br />
A two-level palace chapel, Sainte-Chapelle is the great jewel of Gothic architecture in Paris. It is used only rarely, very special occasions for prayer, instead it is often used for concerts. To reach the chapel, take a left immediately inside the large iron gates at the main entrance to the Palace of Justice. This marvel of high Gothic architecture was built by Pierre de Montreuil probably during the reign of Louis IX in less than 33 months between 1245-1248.</p>
<p>The chapel was built to house the relics of Christian very precious that Louis has purchased the Byzantine emperor &#8211; and that cost him two times more than the cost of lifting the chapel. The chapel was then placed in the main courtyard of the royal palace, a place which is now occupied by the Palace of Justice. During the eighteenth-century, one side of the chapel was combined with a wing of the Palace of Justice. For more than 30 years (1802 1837) the chapel was used for storing documents, before being restored between 1841 and 1867. The chapel is located in the left side of the great courtyard in the Palace of Justice. Has a length of 33 meters, a width of 17 meters and a height of 76 meters, to the top of the tower and 42 meters to the top sprocket.</p>
<p><strong>Pont Saint-Louis</strong><br />
Pont Saint-Louis is a bridge over the Seine River that connects Île de la Cité to Ile Saint-Louis. The bridge today is the saptalea in history that connects the two islands, pont Saint-Landry (1630-1634) was the first of them. In 1717 a wooden bridge was built and named &#8220;Pont Rouge&#8221;, due to the color it was painted. It was destroyed in 1795 but was rebuilt in 1804, under the guidance of engineer Dumoustier, being 70 meters long and 10 meters wide. In 1862 the bridge was rebuilt, this time but metal, though it will be demolished almost 100 years later in 1939. Construction of the current bridge began in 1968 and completed in 1970.</p>
<p><strong>Place de la Concorde</strong><br />
Large market of Harmony (Place de la Concorde) in Paris is located at the intersection of two major axes (Louvre &#8211; Arc de Triomphe and the Madeleine &#8211; Paris &#8211; Bourbon), is recognized as one of the finest squares in the world. Market originally called Louis XV, with an equestrian statue of the king in the center, was designed by architect Jacques-Ange Gabriel, who between 1755 and 1775 built two magnificent buildings on the north side of the market.</p>
<p>During the French Revolution the statue was destroyed, the square was renamed in Revolution Square and a guillotine was located here. Among the many hundreds of executed here include Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette, Mme Dubarry, Charlotte Corday, Danton and finally Robespierre and his supporters.</p>
<p><strong>Luxembourg Palace</strong><br />
Luxembourg Palace and Gardens is located on the site of an ancient Roman camps. In 1257 a monastery was built here. Luxembourg Palace was built between 1615-1627. After Henry IV was assassinated, his wife, Maria de Medici decided to build a huge and luxurious palace in the Luxembourg district. It has bought Hotel Flanco of Luxembourg, and the 7 acres of it, getting together with several other neighboring properties in an area of ​​8 hectares. After buying the hotel, widow of Solomon asked Brosse to build him a palace, using as a model the house where she grew up, Palaco Pitti in Florence. Solomon Bros, but with Alphonse de Gisors and architects Jacques Le Mercier, designed the palace in French and Italian style.</p>
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		<title>How to get rid of travel phobias</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2013 18:36:23 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Have you always wanted to go to a country where spiders or snakes could attack you at every turn, but you shudder just thinking or simply you can not climb the flight of fear and therefore remains the destination of your dreams only at the design stage for years? Here&#8217;s what you can do to [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you always wanted to go to a country where spiders or snakes could attack you at every turn, but you shudder just thinking or simply you can not climb the flight of fear and therefore remains the destination of your dreams only at the design stage for years? Here&#8217;s what you can do to overcome obstacles!</p>
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<p>You love to travel. But how you handle small or large phobias which usually increase during such trips?</p>
<p>Millions of people suffer from the anxiety, so avoid flying, driving or doing any other activity that would endanger health. Fear of flying, for example, is the most common anxiety seen.</p>
<p>Some people just can not climb in an airplane. Or people who have flown all my life but one morning they wake up suddenly with the idea that the plane you are going to climb will collapse. When blockage occurs.</p>
<p>The first thing you should try is traditional therapy. A therapist can treat your phobias. Of course, you run the risk of &#8220;treat&#8221; only wallet. Money. On the same line, hypnotherapy can give good results. Hypnosis is used to relax completely and makes you not care about you for any inconvenience that you may have because of the trip.</p>
<p>Foreigners recommend what they called EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), which you can practice free, on the internet. All you have to do is hit slowly across the face and say a few words in consequence of phobia you have. It seems that it works on the principle of auto-suggestion.</p>
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		<title>Destinations depending on the sign</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2013 17:34:30 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ram The first sign of the zodiac is characterized by the fact that the natives are leading, innovative people. They like to do unusual things. Aries really adventurous opt for climbing or trekking through Nepal. Those who like less demanding activities, the exotic style, prefer a cruise in Vietnam, safari in Africa or tango lessons [...]]]></description>
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<p><strong>Ram</strong><br />
The first sign of the zodiac is characterized by the fact that the natives are leading, innovative people. They like to do unusual things. Aries really adventurous opt for climbing or trekking through Nepal. Those who like less demanding activities, the exotic style, prefer a cruise in Vietnam, safari in Africa or tango lessons in Argentina.</p>
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<p><strong>Bull</strong><br />
Taurus prefers a comfortable, without too much physical energy file. Taurus is ruled by Venus, the planet of creativity, of affection and beauty. Whatever the destination, Taurus needs to feel at home. Taurus is very important for the food and drink to live up to its expectations. For a perfect holiday, could choose a luxury train trip through Europe, a cozy cabin in the mountains or rent a villa in Tuscany.</p>
<p><strong>Gemini</strong><br />
A curious zodiac sign is always on the move. People born under this sign are very demanding, but misses no opportunity to experience new things. Even a simple beach output would please, as long as you can do scuba diving. How bored is important to partake of as many activities. Almost every European city would be a perfect experience for Gemini.</p>
<p><strong>Cancer</strong><br />
Native is happy in the company of those who love him. If you want a Cancer feel good, choose a destination where sea or ocean there. Being a water sign, nothing produces more pleasure than to enjoy the seaside.</p>
<p><strong>Leo</strong><br />
Leo is a strong signal. Lions prefer luxury holidays where they would like to be surrounded by celebrities. Leo loves the same time and culture and nightlife. Ideal vacation would be in cities like London, Paris and New York.</p>
<p><strong>Virgin</strong><br />
Virgo likes to plan vacations ahead of time. Being an intellectual sign, prefer holidays with themes, which have a lot to learn. A holiday after which they learn more about the cuisine would be perfect. Other options include a tour of the homes of famous writers in London or a trip which would learn about photography.</p>
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		<title>5 nightlife locations in Athens</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Athens is a city where nightlife is at home. Greeks like to party at night and do anything for hours after hours or weekend turn into opportunities to party, whatever the form taken by it. Therefore, Athens is one of the European capitals with the most intense nightlife. What are the most famous clubs? Most [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Athens is a city where nightlife is at home. Greeks like to party at night and do anything for hours after hours or weekend turn into opportunities to party, whatever the form taken by it. Therefore, Athens is one of the European capitals with the most intense nightlife. What are the most famous clubs? Most of them are cafes and restaurants during the day and turns night accordingly to accommodate the hordes of revelers until the early hours.</p>
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<p><strong>Balthazar</strong> &#8211; a local boldly decorated, equipped including a small patio where you can get cool in the summer while inside music DJs give up.</p>
<p><strong>Frame Bar</strong> &#8211; a bar-restaurant-lounge that hosts local and international DJs. It is located near the famous Saint George Lycabettus hotel. And the food is very good, although a little expensive, be it a finger food or a la carte food.</p>
<p><strong>Island</strong> &#8211; a local unbeatable when it comes to combining style and elegance sofisticarelii. It was a favorite for many years Athenians. You can taste the delicious cocktails while listening to chill-out music and you can enjoy fine dishes of Greek cuisine. Also has a covered patio with a bar and a few tables serving tapas, Spanish cuisine type.</p>
<p><strong>Galaxy</strong> &#8211; a chic bar located on Hilton terrace with view to the Acropolis, attended by many local celebrities. Various music, international, comfortable sofas, Asian food and fine drinks. Extended minimalist space but inside a restaurant that serves delicious steaks.</p>
<p><strong>Aspendos</strong> &#8211; a bar / restaurant that attracts those who are looking to spend a sophisticated evening on the town. Mainstream music and fusion menu, and based on that success this local-just 10 minutes from downtown.</p>
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		<title>5 destinations for families with children in Rome</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Capital of Italy is one of the top choices for spending vacation, especially for lovers and romantic couples. It is the most famous city of the Roman Empire, instead of seven hills and the Vatican City State. It is also the place where they poured some famous films such as La Dolce Vita and Three [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Capital of Italy is one of the top choices for spending vacation, especially for lovers and romantic couples. It is the most famous city of the Roman Empire, instead of seven hills and the Vatican City State. It is also the place where they poured some famous films such as La Dolce Vita and Three Coins in the Fountain. Rome was the center of culture, history, power and civilization for more than a millennium.</p>
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<p>Otherwise, it is well known that houses some incredible architecture and world class museums. Thus, families with children will find fascinating Rome. Even children up to 14 years. The following list of places for children is far from complete. However, a family vacation in Rome should not bypass the following points of interest:</p>
<p><strong>Historical Center</strong> &#8211; You&#8217;ll find many places to visit in the historical center, an area exclusively for pedestrians. It is also a maze of streets paved with river stones, a reminder of times long gone history. Otherwise, although not a primary shopping area is filled with many shops.</p>
<p><strong>Villa Borghese (Junior)</strong> &#8211; It seems that when the park was conceived children were key to the whole ensemble. You can rent bicycles and explore the many trails, or you can ride on a train pulled by horses. If you want to explore rivers and other water paths in the park, you can rent a pedal boat and spend hours enjoying nature and what it can offer you this lovely place.</p>
<p><strong>Bomarzo Park</strong> &#8211; This true miniature town is situated on the river Tiber and belonged to the same family since the 16th century. Is the main destination for tourists from around the region. Make sure you spend enough time to visit the gardens decorated with sculptures depicting bears, dragons, mermaids, ogres, frogs and winged horses.</p>
<p><strong>Hydromania</strong> &#8211; If you want to visit a water park, there are the fastest waterfalls in Italy. Also includes a 25-meter Olympic pool, a pool with a plant made waves with 6 color slides and numerous other attractions for children.</p>
<p><strong>Aquapiper</strong> &#8211; This water park has a slide that you can browse it mounted on a rubber boat, the largest machine made waves in Europe, jacuzzi, Olympic-size pool, river rafting and several other smaller pools toddlers. Also has a disco, a games room and a restaurant.</p>
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		<title>5 best advices when you visit Italy</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2013 16:21:23 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The truth is that often happens when traveling in some other countries to wake up surrounded by people from all over the world and not just the natives of the country you are visiting. It can often be frustrating and disappointing. After all, a holiday in Italy does not mean to stand for hours in [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The truth is that often happens when traveling in some other countries to wake up surrounded by people from all over the world and not just the natives of the country you are visiting. It can often be frustrating and disappointing.</p>
<p>After all, a holiday in Italy does not mean to stand for hours in line to see the usual artwork. It&#8217;s about food. So where is the good food? Sometimes it may seem that the Italians have hidden the best restaurants in the path interminabilelori waves of tourists. And an Italian restaurant for tourists can not compare with a real Italian restaurant.</p>
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<p>Do not misunderstand, there are many good restaurants full of tourists, where the food is delicious, but when you are in Rome, Florence, Naples, Venice and Milan have to experience the Italian lifestyle. So, how to find a restaurant that is truly authentic Italian, full of true Italian?</p>
<p><strong>Avoid</strong><br />
First, do not use tour guide. Even guides who claim to know those special places, will show the same well-known restaurants. Small restaurants, away, with a certain charm perhaps were once &#8220;far from the beaten track&#8221; but thousands of people who have the same guide as you probably managed to change that.</p>
<p>Second, do not ask the hotel, the guide, taxi driver or any other person who tells you: &#8220;You say that you have sent me.&#8221; In Italy everything is based on relationships, especially when it comes to money. This means that almost all hotels have a specific number of restaurants that pay to be provided to clients. Often, they can be very unfortunate choice, since you have to pay the customers.</p>
<p>Lastly, beware of squares, main streets and museums areas. It may be tempting to sit in a beautiful market where you can sit outside and watch people or flocks of pigeons, but pizza menus have quick and easy, too expensive and you probably already annoyed staff of eternal replicate the lack of courtesy of other waiters.</p>
<p><strong>DO!</strong><br />
Explore! Go on your  own. Find, use your imagination, read menus, side-alleys exploring (but not alone / to) and choose as instinct tells you. The best time to do this is sooner. If you know you dinner, give yourself some time in the afternoon to find the best choice for the evening, so you will not be too hurried and hungry, so you go in the first place that comes your way. So you wear, you will relax and then head to the place you chose.</p>
<p>If you explore yourself, find places that have ads in other languages ​​entrance. If you find that have menu in English, do not panic, this is very common and can be found even in the most remote restaurants. But if you are offered a menu laminate in any language from here to Timbuktu, not good. Premises using this formula, definitely have some experience with tourists.</p>
<p>If you plan on asking for a recommendation, find a person who lives in that city and that seems competent. Can someone who was friendly and helped you in any store, or a waitress who has time for it, or a friend who knows the place. Most Italians eating treats seriously and will likely show you a nice place, if you have other interests.</p>
<p>The last advice I can give you is to simply walk. Get out of town, out of the tourist areas, step away from the crowd. If you car, driving on country roads until you find a restaurant car, motorcycle or scooter in front. If there is no car parked in front of the premises, means it is not popular or Italian Prince. Have fun, enjoy and discover on their own the best kept secrets of Italy.</p>
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		<title>Matsumoto Castle, a place with a rich culture</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2013 15:25:36 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[High on the island of the same name, Matsumoto Castle occupies a place among the leading historical castles of Japan. History down in time to the beginning of the sixteenth century. In 1504, Shimadachi Sadanaga, Ogasowara clan, built a fort on the spot, which was originally called Castle Fukashi. In 1550 it was occupied by [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>High on the island of the same name, Matsumoto Castle occupies a place among the leading historical castles of Japan. History down in time to the beginning of the sixteenth century. In 1504, Shimadachi Sadanaga, Ogasowara clan, built a fort on the spot, which was originally called Castle Fukashi. In 1550 it was occupied by the Takeda clan after he changed many rulers, went to Ishikava Norimasa. He and his son Yasunaga, have tried to give a new look old town. They built the castle since 1590 and two towers, but it seems that most of the building was completed between 1593-1594.</p>
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<p>During the Edo period, the Tokugawa sogunatul residence there including some seniors may remember daimyo Matsudaira and Mizuno. Time of 280 years, until the abolition of the feudal system, the castle was led by 23 seniors Matsumoto, representing six different daimyo families. During this time the fortress was known as the &#8220;Crow Castle&#8221;, because of its dark color, and appearance roofs, suggesting open wings of birds in flight.</p>
<p>Castle, featuring wooden interior and exterior of stone, was built on a hill or a mountain. He is what the Japanese call &#8220;hirajiro&#8221;, a building built on a plain. Hence intricate defense system consisting of walls and ditches connected and impregnable gates. After Japan experienced threats of invaders, the castle was home to the country&#8217;s leaders planned their most military campaigns.</p>
<p>In 1872, following the Meiji Revolution (1867-1912), the entire area was sold at auction, proposing to his enrollment in a program The so-called development. Other castles of this type had already been demolished and residents in the area had learned that their will suffer the same fate. What was safe was the tower will be destroyed, even if the rest of the building would not have suffered. News and troubled people of culture who, led by Ichikawa RyÜzÜ triggered an impressive campaign to save the monument. Their efforts have paid off and the tower was purchased by the city authorities.</p>
<p>In the last years of the Meiji tower began to lean to one side. It was caused by a construction negligence that led to faulty structure, but people argue that this is a consequence of the curse Tada Kasuke. Legend has it that he was a fighter who had risen against exploitation, particularly tax increases. Sentenced to death, he convinced his wife to divorce because otherwise she would have been killed and, eventually, was taken on a hill called Seitaka, near the castle. From there, waiting for death, he cried so hard defending human rights, that tower was leaning.</p>
<p>Fearful of the consequences that could have that inclination, Professor Kobayashi Unary initiated a fundraising and, between 1903-1913, the castle was restored. Other major restorations took place between 1950-1955. In 1990 they were rebuilt a gate and a side wall, and in 1999 the second gate. On June 30, 2011, an earthquake measuring 5.4 degrees has caused large cracks inside the main tower is imposing emergency repairs.</p>
<p>Reflecting local culture, the castle is now part of the heritage country on the list of National Treasures of Japan housing an impressive collection of arms and armor. During the year there have been a series of cultural events.</p>
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		<title>Church of St. Mathias, symbol of Budapest</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2013 15:21:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Located on Castle Hill, Trinity Square, near the famous Fishermen&#8217;s Bastion church is undoubtedly one of the symbols of the city on the Danube. Its history is closely linked to the city of Buda before its union with the one on the other side of the river. The oldest manuscript mentioning the church, originally dedicated [...]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Located on Castle Hill, Trinity Square, near the famous Fishermen&#8217;s Bastion church is undoubtedly one of the symbols of the city on the Danube. Its history is closely linked to the city of Buda before its union with the one on the other side of the river. The oldest manuscript mentioning the church, originally dedicated to Our Lady dates from 1247 but seems to have been built on the site of an older building. In XIII century church under the jurisdiction of the bishop of Veezpren work. In 1255, King Bela IV reminded the church as a place and subject construction and renovation in 1269 as a finished work that celebrated divine service.</p>
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<p>The settlement in the Middle Ages was the scene of various political events. After the Arpad dynasty, Czech king Vincel was received in this church, and in 1309, Charles Robert of Anjou, King of Hungary, was crowned here. Here took place the coronation of King Mathias and two of his marriages. Plan and appearance of the church dates from the reign of King Sigismund. The best part of the facade and south-east tower was built during the reign of Mathias, whose coat of arms, representing an eagle is printed on the wall. On this occasion people have changed the name of the monastery &#8220;Assumption&#8221; or &#8220;Church of Our Lady&#8221; in Mathias Church.</p>
<p>In 1526 the Turks invaded Buda and, unfortunately, much of monastic fell prey to the flames. It was renovated fast enough but, in 1541, the Turks conquered Buda and sanctuary was converted into a mosque. Here was a job held by the Muslim Sultan Suleyman Thank heaven for helping in the fight. Transforming the church into a mosque led to a series of transformations. It was moved furniture, statues were removed, washed walls, thus sparing frescoes. The two gorgeous chandeliers were taken to Istanbul and today can be seen in Hagia Sophia. Christian troops entered Budapest on September 2, 1686 and the mosque was again Christian church. It seems that there has been, at that time, &#8220;Miracle Lady&#8221;. It is said that during the siege by the Holy League, a church wall collapsed due to projectiles fired from guns in front of Muslims who were praying statue of the Virgin appeared hidden behind the wall. This has frightened the occupants of the city which was released the same day.</p>
<p>The church belonged to the first Franciscans, and Jesuits and was decorated in Baroque style, taste age. In 1723 it was seriously damaged by fire and, 25 years later, lightning destroyed the main altar built in 1690. By the middle of the nineteenth century arches and walls suffered damage we age specific so a complete renovation was absolutely indispensable, even more because the church was considered a Catholic sanctuary and by size, the second of medieval Buda Seven of the medieval Kingdom of Hungary.</p>
<p>Restoration took place between 1873-1896 by architect Frigyes Schulek. Reconstruction was done in neo-Gothic and the works attended the most outstanding artists of the era. Notable besides windows and roof, evoking paintings of biblical scenes or past country. The church is religious art museum with sarcophagi and funerary chapel Bela III and that of Ana de Chatillon. The building stands out among others by sound perfect and it&#8217;s no surprise that here Franz Joseph was crowned as King of Hungary, in solemn agreements Table of Franz Liszt, and which resonate to this day, even though grooms are ordinary people.</p>
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