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Our Fairytale Day Trip to Pena Palace, Sintra

Pena Palace is unlike anything we had ever seen. Perched dramatically on the hilltop, it's a riot of vibrant colors – bright yellow, fiery red, deep blue – with fantastical turrets, domes, and battlements that look like they were dreamed up by a truly imaginative architect.

Dom Luís I Bridge

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Constructed in the late 19th century, the Dom Luís I Bridge spans the Douro River and connects the cities of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia.

Embracing the Rain: A Wet Day in Santiago de Compostela

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La Coruña is a city where history whispers from ancient stones while the modern buzz of city life hums along the expansive waterfront. La Coruña should be on your vacation radar.

A Sweet Stroll Through Time: A Walking Tour of Historic Bordeaux

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Step away from the rolling hills of the Médoc or Saint-Émilion, and you'll discover the vibrant, historic urban center of Bordeaux itself. Bordeaux's historic core is a masterpiece of 18th-century urban planning, laced with older secrets and modern delights.

Exploring the Hidden Depths of Saint-Émilion

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We were thrilled to discover the underground monuments of Saint-Emilion village in France. This medieval village is a treasure trove of hidden gems, and its underground monuments are no exception.

Exploring Saint-Émilion Village’s Remarkable Monolithic Church

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Hiding in plain sight, with only a simple door and an impressive bell tower marking its presence above, is the Monolithic Church of Saint-Émilion. This incredible structure is an essential part of understanding the village's unique character and history.

Visiting the Guggenheim Museum from the outside: Bilbao Spain

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Famous the world over, the Guggenheim Museum transcends the typical museum structure, feeling more like a work of art in itself. Our visit wasn't about the art inside but about experiencing the masterwork of the building itself.

Westminster Abbey: A Royal Experience

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The sheer history contained within the hallowed walls of Westminster Abbey promised an experience unlike any other, and we weren't disappointed. From the moment we stepped onto the cobblestones leading to the gothic entrance, a sense of awe washed over us.

Correcting For Perspective Distortion

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The photographic perspective known as keystoning or perspective convergence is commonly seen in architectural, street, and travel photographs.

Photographing Cologne Cathedral

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Because allied forces chose to avoid hitting the Cathedral, Cologne Cathedral survived World War II bombings when everything else in the city was completely destroyed.

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