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Top 10 things to do in Arles : In Roman times Arles was one of Gaul’s most venerated cities, home to more than 30,000 people and furnished with monuments that remain in place today. On a multi-site pass, you can quench your thirst for Roman wonders and then be amazed by the works of art they left behind at the city’s museum. Much later, Arles was where Vincent van Gogh spent a year in 1888, completing many masterpieces of scenes you can visit around the city. You can also attack the legendary Camargue, the land of wild horses, fight the bulls as well as the widescreen lagoon and salt pan sweeping out the Mediterranean. Discover the best things to do in Arles. [toc] 1. Amphitheatre Arles’ marquee attraction is the oval arena where for more than 400 years the ancient populace would have been entertained by gladiators and chariot races. It was modeled on Rome’s Coliseum and was built a couple of decades after in 90AD. When you come, note the clever touches, like stairways regularly...

Top 10 things to do in Trieste : In the easternmost region of Italy, there is a small strip of land bordering Slovenia - This is Venezuela’s Friuli Region and has a different style, culture, and history from the rest of the Italian mainland. Trieste is one of the largest cities in this beautiful region and is located on the coast between the Adriatic Sea and Slovenia. Due to its proximity to other nations and regions, Trieste has been influenced over the years by various other cultures and civilizations. The city has a current population of 204,000 and is one of this richest economical places in Italy due to its extensive port and commercial shipping trade. Trieste has been inhabited since the second millennium BC and was part of the Roman Republic. [toc] 1. Trieste Harbour The port and harbour of Trieste is truly impressive and rightly so as it serves as the cities principal form of economy. Practically the entire coastline next to Trieste is occupied by either the public harbo...

Top 10 things to do in Vincennes : Named after Francois-Marie Bissot, a French Canadian explorer and soldier, the city was settled by fur traders in 1732 and is Indiana’s oldest city. Located in picturesque Knox County, Vincennes is a prime destination for history buffs and agriculture enthusiasts. In fact, agritourism accounts for a large portion of tourist visits to Vincennes. Attractions include local galleries, performance venues, natural parks and notable historical sites in and around the city. [toc] 1. George Rogers Clark National Historical Park This popular park is home to the George Rogers Clark Memorial, a grand rotunda that houses a lifelike, seven-foot-tall bronze statue of George Rogers Clark. An inscription on the bronze statue of Clark reads “a country is not worth protecting if it is not worth claiming.” At 25 years old, Clark led a band of frontiersmen into Illinois County. At the time, British forces had complete control of the county, and Indian raids on fron...

Top 10 things to do in Lille : The capital of the northern Hauts-de-France region, Lille is famous for being a hard-working industrial city and has a great historical center. Until it was invaded by Louis XIV in 1667, it was actually a Flemish and the heritage is very clear in city architecture. Old Lille has an abundance of baroque buildings, with delicately gabled roofs, and plush late-19th-century homes on engaging streets. If you’re on the hunt for the culture you’ll be pleased with what you find: The Palace of Fine Arts is second only to the Louvre and there’s a clutch of smaller attractions that deserve your attention. Discover the best things to do in Lille. [toc] 1. Old Lille Lille’s historic district is a delight, with restored bourgeois houses on cobblestone streets. You’ll pick up on the city’s Flemish influence when you see the baroque architecture dating to the 17th and 18th centuries. Make Louise de Bettignies and Rue de la Monnaie the best places to start walking,...

Top 10 things to do in Turin : Turin actually served as the first capital of Italy and has been a major cultural and economic center for the country for many years. Located in the northwesterly part of Italy, Turin is the capital of the Piedmont region and sits on the river Po. The city of Turin has a population of 892,000 and the greater metropolitan area has an estimated 2.2 million inhabitants. As with many regions of Italy, Turin saw Roman activity and a military camp was held here. Once the Roman Empire had collapsed in Western Europe, Turin was occupied by various different nations and empires subsequently. During the 1300-1600s the city saw great growth and gained much of its fantastic architecture and cultural buildings during this period. [toc] 1. Palazzo Reale The Royal Palace of Turin is a magnificent building that was created in the 16th century. Residing in the Piazza Castello, the Palace holds a central position in Turin and has stood as a symbol of power for hundre...