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Alta, the important commercial town is famous by rock drawings (about 4200 -500 BC), listed in the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites
Known for the Hanseatic wharf, the fish market and the surrounding fjords Bergen offers the ideal combination of nature, culture and pulsating city life
The Norwegian Aviation Museum, which displays aircrafts from 1913 to 1993, is one of the main sights of Bodo, also known as «an Eagle’s city» due to a record number of eagles
To get acquainted with the Sami people culture and enjoy the best fishing one have to visit Hammerfest - the most northern city in the world, located at 70 ° North Latitude
Kristiansand is a favorite vacation spot of the Norwegians. Beautiful beaches begin already in the city. Excellent salmon fishing, delicious fish cuisine
Notodden Blues Festival, which takes place in early August, annually attracts tourists from all over the world. There are also a large number of well-preserved monuments
It is the capital and largest city of Norway, with museums of national importance, lively nightlife and cultural scene. It’s a great destination for those who enjoy outdoor activities.
Tonsberg is considered to be the oldest city throughout Scandinavia. Now it is the major tourist centre of Norway
Tromso is situated on the island and is surrounded by fjords, mountains, islands. Local residents are proud of the most northern university and botanical garden, breweries
Trondheim is a famous university town with numerous attractions, preserving an atmosphere of a cozy village
Acapulco - the oldest and the most famous Mexican's resort, "Night Metropolis". One of the 4 most beautiful gulfes in the world; Wall of Fame; diving from 34 meters cliff
Cancun is famous for its wonderful beaches and the spectacular Mayan ruins. The water is crystal clear and warm -summer visibility reaches 100 m in depth
Puerto Vallarta is a cozy resort town with stone-paved streets, colonial tiled-roof houses, modern hotels buried in verdure, many miles of golden beachs and picturesque embankment
Tuls is an archaeological site on the place of ancient Toltec capital. Morning Star Pyramid, five-meter high statues of Toltec warriors called Atlantes, Serpent Wall; souvenir market
Banff is a cozy town surrounded by the Rocky Mountains, picturesque lakes, sparkling glaciers, hot open springs, dense coniferous forests with wild animals. High class ski resorts
The city of Barkerville appeared on the map in the times of «Gold Rush». Today it is one of the most interesting tourist sites of Canada
Calgary is a beautiful modern city with shining skyscrapers, luxurious hotels, spacious parks, numerous museums, art galleries, sports facilities, shops, restaurants and nightclubs
No remarkable previously, the city of Chemainus is obliged its growing fame to colorful panels created by local enthusiasts of outdoors wall paintings
Halifax is the beautiful port city with numerous parks and museums. In addition to historical monuments tourists will find remained relics of «Titanic» here
Edmonton is one of the five "most intelligent" cities in Canada. It is ideal not only for leisure but for education as well. Local beer is excellent
The splendor of nature and traditional lifestyle of local residents attract tourists to Gaspe. The area is rich with mountains, forests, rivers and lakes full of fish
City of Lillooet is interesting by the museum dedicated to the days of the “Gold Rush” and the mini-prison of those times
Lunenburg keeps the spirit of the mid XVIII century. Fishing is still the most important occupation here. Excellent fresh fish and seafood
City of Montreal seems to be created especially for tourists – there are many museums, churches, remarkable ancient buildings and interesting modern architecture
The capital of Canada - Ottawa will please its guests with abundance of wonderful parks, interesting museums, theaters and art galleries
Peggys Cove is the working lighthouse on the shore of the beautiful Atlantic Bay. There is a post office inside, where one can send a postcard : «I was here»
Quebec City is the only one in Canada, where old districts are surrounded by walls. It has European look and French atmosphere
Shediac is the "Lobster Capital of the World". The largest lobster sculpture in the world is at the western entrance to the town. An annual lobster fishing festival is in July
The home-quiet atmosphere of St. John's recalls the times when there was just a fishermen’s village
Toronto - the biggest city of Canada, the leading economic centre of the country. Here is a great diversity of cultures - more than a half of the population are immigrants
Vancouver is considered to be one of the most beautiful cities in the world: coniferous forests, snow peaks, fjords. Very often Hollywood movies are filmed here
Victoria is considered to be the most «British» of Canadian cities thanks to a large number of Britons retired, moved here because of a very mild climate
Whistler is a World famous snowboard resort. There are also a wide range of facilities for other winter sports. A high level of service and variety of trails
Spa town of Baden-Baden, one of the most elitist resorts in Europe, long since was a favourite place of rest of Russian aristocracy. The most "Russian" of German towns and cities
Cathedrals and churches, museums and theaters tell about history of Berlin. Modern skyscrapers, shopping centres, restaurants and nightclubs give a spirit of today
Duesseldorf, more than 700 years old city, is saturated with an outstanding architecture, old breweries and pubs, student cafes, restaurants, bars and cheap shops
Frankfurt - both economic and cultural capital of Germany. There are good theaters, interesting museums and art galleries. International fairs often take place here
Heidelberg is the oldest university town. Wonderful Baroque ensemble of historical center, pisturesque ancient bridge, ruins of medieval castle on a hill, famous Philosophenweg
There are many sports facilities in Lindau: beaches and pools, windsurfing, diving, water skiing, sailing. Competitions in cycling and athletics, various art festivals are often held
Munich - the capital of Bavaria - a major financial, industrial and cultural center of Germany. Bavarian beer is famous all over the world
Rothenburg ob der Tauber (Germany)
Rothenburg is the city - museum, almost completely preserved a medieval view. Every night on the town square appears a night watchman with halberd
Charming little town Rüdesheim am Rhein, the wine capital of Germany, is crammed with restaurants, bars and wineshops. Famous Wine Museum in the ancient Broemserburg castle
Historical center of Aarhus is a museum under the open sky, where are gathered 70 structures of 16-17 c. from all the country, many of which are opened to the public for browsing
Odense, the capital of the island Funen and one of the most ancient and beautiful cities in Denmark, is best known as the birthplace of great fairytale writer Hans Christian Andersen
The capital of China, its political and cultural centre. Traditional Chinese architecture and ultra-modern skyscrapers.
Industrial centre of China, city with 2000 years history, start of Silk Road; famous Canton Fair; the world's tallest TV tower.
The largest city of China, country's economic and cultural centre; huge skyscrapers, sumptuous hotels and resta-urants, fascinating night illumination.
Among the picturesque mountains and hills spread beautiful streets of Taipei city with magnificent temples and cozy parks with benches, paths and stairways
The main sights of Cotonou are the huge market, including a fetish market, the central mosque, the National Museum and the Botanic Garden
Ouidah - the quiet and peaceful town - is a center of African mystical Voodoo cult. The main sights are: the Temple of Python, the sacred grove, the Museum of Voodoo
One undoubtedly finds here the ancient and the modern, timeless deserts and golden beaches. It is a city of superlatives: for the fastest, biggest Dubai is the destination.
The main attractions of Abuja, the capital of Nigeria are Aso Rock and Millennium Park. There are also a lot of fitness centers, swimming pools, and good restaurants
One of the main Baronissi’s landmarks is the House of Poetry (Casa della Poesia). Also, the commune is known for the annual Jazz Festival.
The famous silhouette of Bologna draw beautiful high towers. In the Middle Ages the total number of towers reached 180, but today no more than a dozen left
If you happen to go to Bracigliano, take your chance to taste local delicacies braciola di capra (goat chop) and soppressata (a kind of salami).
The Collazzone commune has been the centre of olive oil production since Roman Age. Nowadays there are more than 65 000 olive trees.
Florence - the capital of the Italian Renaissance, the world centre of art and culture, where the most of the cultural heritage of Italy is concentrated
Due to its beneficial location near the Tiber small village Fratta Todina has for long been the subject of armed conflicts between Todi and Perugia.
Marsciano gained prosperity in the Middle Ages owing to its brick and terracotta industry. Now it is a touristic town surrounded by serene countryside
Massa Martana is a small town in Umbria. Its most interesting landmarks are three Romanesque churches and the remnants of the stone city wall.
Mercato-San-Severino stands on the banks of the Solofrana river. The ruins of a medieval castle in the old part of the town are of tourist interest.
Monte Castello di Vibio (Italy)
Monte Castello di Vibio is a city for connoisseurs of calm and privacy. The true gem of it is the smallest theater in the world- theater of Concorde.
Pisa is known all over the world thanks to its leaning tower. But there are also many no less interesting Etruscan and Roman monuments and Renaissance buildings there
Positano is especially attractive for female tourists as it is the homeland of the eccentric but stylish “Positano Fashion” summer clothes brand.
Ravello is the highest (350 m above sea level) and the most musical city of Amalfi Coast. It is home to the annual “Festival Internazionale di Musica”
Rome - the eternal city - the stunning combination of historical center with ancient ruins, palaces and squares and all the main features of a modern metropolis
Scafati is located close to Vesuvius. The surroundings of Scafati are of great historical interest: there are traces of Iron Age human settlements.
Siderno is a fabulous resort of the Ionian coast of Italy. In addition, bergamot orange widely used in food and cosmetic industries is grown here.
Siena is considered to be one of the most beautiful cities of Tuscany. The historic centre is wonderfully preserved since the Middle Ages, most of the buildings were built in 13-14 cent.
Sorrento is popular not only owing to “limoncello”, but also due to its being close to a lot of Italian points of interest: Naples, Amalfi, Vesuvius.
Todi's history started about 2700 BC. Today it is the town with one оf the most picturesque (and loved by film makers) piazzas in Italy.
For those who love history, walking in Triest is delightful. Although this city is more medieval, the earlier civilizations left the imprint here. Excellent shopping
Unspoiled lakes and pristine alpine valleys are beautiful surroundings of 7 great golf courses on the outskirts of Varese in Italy.
Venice - a seaside resort, a centre of international tourism of worldwide significance. Famous international film festivals and art exhibitions are held here
Vicenza, the city of arts, is one of UNESCO World Heritage Sites: houses and villas designed by Andrea Palladio are recognized internationally.
Vietri sul Mare can surprise you both with the splendor of its landscapes and the talents of local residents in production of pottery.
Bethlehem, one of the oldest cities on the Earth, was founded in about 16-17 cent. BC. King David was born here. It is the most holy place for Christians as a birthplace of Jesus Christ
Jerusalem is one of the oldest cities in the world, the capital of the ancient kingdom of Judah, the center of three world religions - Judaism, Christianity, Islam. High tourist service
For to see the city as it was 2000 years ago "the village of Nazareth" is recreated in Nazareth. Biblical characters in appropriate costumes tell about Jesus, explain his teachings
There are no ancient sights in Tel Aviv, but there are eclectic architecture, sunny golden beaches, oyster bars, ultramodern nightclubs, elite boutiques etc
Addis Ababa is the capital of Ethiopia. It is often called the capital of Africa due to its historical, diplomatic and political significance for the continent. There are numerous museums, cathedrals and the largest in Africa open-air market
Arba Minch received its name - "forty springs" - for the abundant local springs. The city consists of the uptown administrative centre of Shecha and 4 km away the downtown commercial and residential areas of Sikela
The city of Awasa is famous for its university, market and fishing farms. The local population is engaged mainly in fishing at local lake
The city of Axum got its name after the Axum kingdom, which existed in North Africa until the early Middle Ages
Bahir Dar attracts tourists with the source of the Blue Nile, the magnificent waterfall, Lake Tana and numerous Christian monasteries
Gondar is famous for its well-preserved medieval castles, Christian churches, and also for handicrafts
The city of Jijiga is known primarily for the fact that there grows Boswellia tree (Latin: Boswellia sacra), from which frankincense is produced
Sacred place of Ethiopia – the city of Lalibela attracts tourists with magnificent churches of XII-XIII centuries cut out of rocks
The moderate Mediterranean climate and historic heritage make Alanya a popular destination. Sporting events, Art Festivals take place annually in Alanya.
Bergama is situated on the prace of antique Pergama. Here one can see ruins of famous Library, Eudemus' palace, Trajan's temple and Asclepeion, an ancient medicine centre
If you love antiquity and believe in miracles, then you should not miss excursion to the city of Demre, because this is the place, where lived and made miracles St. Nicholas
City of Denizli is especially popular among tourists for the opportunity to bathe in thermal springs, which contain limestone salts and iron
Ephesus, founded in II cent. BC, is located at crossroads of caravan and sea routes from Asia. Most archaeological sites pertain to period of the Roman Empire, when Ephesus reached its greatest prosperity
Fethiye preserves unique national colouring. Narrow shady streets, old houses, handicraft shops, noisy many-coloured bazaars; ruins of antique city and medieval castle
Gochek is located in one of the most picturesque and most suitable for yachting places throughout the Mediterranean - the Gulf of Fethiye, where there are at least 10 beautiful bays
Byzantium, Nova Roma, Constantinople are the ancient names of the modern city situated on two continents. Istanbul keeps memorials of all nations that resided here.
Kalkan is a very picturesque town and is one of the most cozy resorts on Lycian coast. The resort has a network of alleys that lead to the Gulf. Lots of souvenir shops
Kayakoy is a very interesting place for lovers of history. There are ruins of abandoned by people cities of different epochs
Kusadasi is a marvelous town on the shore of Aegean Sea. Luxurious hotels, wide sand beaches, cozy restaurants and street cafes, eastern bazaar, ancient Genoese fortress
Letoon is an ideal place both for exploring the ancient history of Turkey and secluded picnic on sandy beach near the sea
Mersin is a perfect place for a beach relaxation, leisurely walking along palm lanes and sea sailing on yachts or boats
The majority of tourists are prefer to put their tents right on the beach of the city of Mugla. Besides the sea, there are mountains and ancient historical monuments
Tokat is interesting for tourists by ancient architectural monuments, well preserved atmosphere of past, and noisy bazaars
Lovers of history, beach relaxation, windsurfing, fresh fish and shopping will remember holidays in Yalikavak forever
Almyros is a perfect vacation place - sandy beaches, beautiful meadows, olive groves and luxury hotels; 5 taverns, 2 mini-markets, playgrounds, barbecue areas
Arkassa is well-known for its sandy beach and big waves. It is a great place to have fun in warm waves, but it’s recommended only for good swimmers.
In Athens there are: the President's residence, government, parliament, the Olympic Stadium, Opera House, Conservatory, theaters, museums and art galleries
Chalcis (Chalkida, Halkida, Halkis or Chalkis) (Greece)
Chalcis (Chalkida, Halkida, Halkis or Chalkis) - the chief town of the island of Euboea, is an ideal place for cultural and beach holidays
Chania is a port on the north coast of Crete. Ancient Venetian harbour, Firkas fortress; Archaeological and Naval museums; restaurants, markets, comfortable hotels
Elounda, former fishermen village, today is an ideal place for quiet romantic rest. Comfortable hotels, numerious cafes and restaurants,various shops. Submerged ruins of an ancient city
Kastoria is an ancient city on the picturesque Orestia Lake. Monuments of antiquity, the most beautiful manors and churches of Byzantine epoch, unique traditional architecture
During its long history, the city of Lefkada was under the dominion of the Venetians, French, Turkish, Russians, and British, which gave it its unique color
Lefkos («White») is one of the most beautiful villages of the Karpathos Island, especially in spring and summer, when lilies are blossoming here
Matala is a village on the southern coast of Crete. According to Greek legend, Zeus, turned into a bull, brought the Phoenician princess Europe over here
In the modern part of the settlement there are a lot of shops and souvenir shops. The old part dips you into atmosphere of time, when Messaria was a prosperious industrial center of Santorini
Messolonghi is the small provincial town, very slightly changed its appearance since XIX century. The main attraction of this place is the Park of Heroes
At various times the city of Naupactus was an ecclesiastical center, and a major trading center of western Greece. There are cozy beaches and many opportunities for water sports here
Nydri is the main resort of the eastern coast of the island of Lefkada. Tourists will find here turbulent day and nightlife – never ended feisty atmosphere
Piraeus was the largest port of the ancient world and still remains among the most important ports of the Mediterranean
Visit the upper town and the castle walls, where you can enjoy stunning views of Thessaloniki, the White Tower, the church of Saint Demetrius of Thessaloniki
The city of Trikala is stretched on the banks of the Lithaios river. Attractions: the Byzantine fortress, the Ethnographic Museum, the collection of icons of XVI-XIX centuries and many others
Vasiliki Bay is ideal for windsurfing - wind direction and strength are mostly predictable, so competitions are often held there
Volos is the land of ancient myths – Argonauts sailed for the Golden Fleece from here; centaurs lived on Pelion Mount. There are also a great number of churches
Agadir - popular resort; the best beach in Morocco; Municipal museum; Birds park & valley, Olhao and Souss-Massa National parks; fish market; windsurfing.
Casablanca - Morocco's economic centre; skyscrapers and traditional arabic architecture; Hassan II Mosque; trade district Habus.
Essaouira -famous resort; world's surf centre; unique ancient medina quarter; well-preserved "slave market"; festival of gnawa music.
Marrakech is one of the most exotic cities with the old city ramparts, numerous palaces, mosques and gardens. A continuous maze of bazaars and shopping streets
Amboise is famous for the fact that here, in the Clos Lucé manor house, spent the last three years of his life and died genius Leonardo da Vinci
Blois is a royal city with an ancient Roman aqueducts and a legendary medieval castle. A lot of cozy restaurants and hospitable hotels
Nine hundred years ago the city of Caen was the favoured residence of William the Conqueror. It still remains impressive despite of it was badly destroyed during the month of fighting in 1944
The Cancale resort is called an Emerald Coast. The sea is cool and beaches are deserted even in the midst of a season here. Excellent sea food restaurants
Coutances, the ancient town of Bishops, is considered to be a city of art. The main attraction is Notre Dame de Coutances, the oldest of Norman Gothic cathedrals (XIII century)
The main pride of Deauville are two hippodromes - La Touquet and Clairefontaine, where all the year round are held racings, horses selling auctions and international meetings of equestrian sports representatives
Fecamp is a coastal town, famous for fresh cod and Benedictine liqueur with herbs and spices
Orleans - is the hometown of one of the most famous historical figures of France - Joan of Arc. The main attractions are the house of Maid of Orleans and the Gothic Cathedral of the 9th century
Everyone dreams to see Paris! There are thousand ways to discover this delightful city! Find your own one
Pontivy, a large market town, is made up of two distinct halves. There is the mediaeval area which centres on the 15th cent. castle Chateau des Rohan, and the old town, with its beautiful timbered buildings. Excellent shopping
It was in Rouen where Joan of Arc was burnt in 1431, being declared a heretic. Now, the city is a real open-air museum of masterpieces of Gothic architecture
Saint-Benoit-sur-Loire (France)
Nice and hospitable town of Saint-Benoit-sur-Loire on the banks of the Loire is famous for cozy hotels and the medieval Abbey of Fleury
Saint-Malo (founded in XII cent) is a center of international tourism now - rich architecture, museums, excellent hotels and sandy beaches; sailing, golf
Tours is a city in central France, the capital of the Indre-et-Loire department. The region around Tours, is known for its wines and for the famous Battle of Tours in 732
In Versailles, a Paris suburb, is situated luxurious Palace of Versailles with splendid park ensemble, a largest in France museum complex and historic-cultural monument
Sousse is one of the oldest Mediterranean cities. Gardens of palms, snow-white buildings in Arab-Andalusian style. Narrow winding streets, minarets and look-out towers of Medina
The city with Medina’s small winding streets that work their way up to the top of the hill where the Big Mosque and the old palace of the Bey of Tunis stand isn’t a typical tourist site.
According to a number of museums Yerevan can be compared with leading museum cities of the world. Buildings of the city are saturated with national motives
Antequera, the so-called "stone heart of Andalusia". Narrow cobbled streets, cozy green squares with charming marble fountains; numerous churches, monasteries, Baroque palaces
Argelita is located in the valley of the Vilafermosa River. Scenic nature, healing springs and rich history make this village worth visiting.
Avila is a beautifully preserved medieval city, with staggering city walls, towers, monasteries, nunneries and churches
It’s Spain's second largest city and the capital of Catalonia. The city has a wealth of unique historic architecture and has emerged as one of the most popular tourist destinations during the 1990s.
Breda (Girona) was founded by Romans near the Onyar River. Now, when the city has grown dramatically, the river divides it into Old and New halves
Calatayud is the only stop of the AVE high-speed train from Barcelona to Madrid. The city is famous for its well-preserved ancient Muslim fortress.
Callosa d’En Sarrià's most visited landmarks are the church of San Juan Bautista and the Fountains of Algar, waterfalls formed by the homonymous river
Castellfollit de la Roca (Spain)
Tiny - about 1 sq km - Castellfollit de la Roca stands on the high cliff between Toronell and Fluvià rives and is a fabulous viewpoint.
Tourists visiting Cordoba should necessary climb to the ancient city walls, walk on the bridge built by the Arabs from the remnants of a Roman bridge, see the Moorish castle
El Far d'Emporda is a municipality in 47,5 km from Girona. Its major landmark is the XIII century Gothic church of St. Martin (Església de Sant Martí)
Els Hostalets d`En Bas (Spain)
Hostalets d'en Bas is situated on the south of the d'en Bas Valley. It is a scenic agricultural village listed as a historical landmark.
Granada was and now remains a dream of romantics and poets. Time seems does not touch the city –one still can meet pack donkeys, accompanied by colorful drovers here
The Hostalric municipality is well-known for its bright festivals and funfairs as well as for the early medieval Hostalric castle.
Huesca is the centre of economy of Aragon. Tourists are usually attracted here by the Fiesta Mayor in summer and by nice skiing facilities in winter.
La Bisbal d'Empordà’s foundation dates back to VIII century, when the first local church of Santa Maria de la Bisbal was consecrated.
The capital of Spain is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. With its intense cultural activities and artistic vitality
Niebla is a village located in about an hour drive from Seville. The most interesting landmark of this place is the Alcázar, XV century royal palace.
Olot, the town situated in the Catalonian Pyrenees, is famous for its volcanic craters. The most spectacular local landmark is a church in one of them
The municipality of Porqueres includes mountainous villages of Pujarnol and Merlant; Usall, located near the Lake of Banyoles; and Mata, its capital.
The Castle of Pubol is located in a small medieval town in the Baix Empordà region of Catalonia. It was the home to surrealist painter Salvador Dali and his wife Gala.
Rupit is a small town located on the territory of the La Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park. It’s famous for its unique hardened lava-covered streets
Santa Coloma de Farners (Spain)
The municipality of Santa Coloma de Farners is known for the Park of San Salvador with its fountains and nice SPA in the Termes Orion Hotel.
Santa Pola was founded by Romans and since those times it has been a prosperous sea port. The best local attraction is the daily fresh fish market.
Santiago de Compostela (Spain)
The capital of Galicia Santiago de Compostela is the third sacred place of the Catholic world (after Rome and Jerusalem) as the final point of the Saint Jacob’s Way
Each epoch - a dominion of the Romans, Visigoths, Arabs, Catholic kings - left an imprint in Segovia: Romanesque and Gothic churches, fortress walls, the unique historic centre
Sevilla is the heart of Andalusian culture, the center of flamenco music and corrida. Excellent restaurants specialized in Andalusian, Spanish and international cuisine
The town known as Imperial Tarraco since the Roman domination offers a number of historical sites including churches from several different periods and a well preserved Roman colosseum.
Teruel is hard to get to, but this mountainous town worth it. Some of local historical buildings are listed by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites.
Toledo - one of the most important centres of European medieval history is also known for national cuisine, especially the world famous marzipan
Although Tordera is not in the list of the most visited Spanish towns, it is still a nice place with scenic nature and an obligatory Romanesque church
Rest in Valencia - a great opportunity for any summer sport –swimming, scuba diving, golf, tennis and others; a variety of nightlife and cultural programs
The municipality of Vallat is populated by less than 100 inhabitants, but it still has the medieval castle to explore and take some great photos.
Zaragoza, located in the valley of the Ebro River, is as old as the Christian religion. Some tourists are attracted by its history, other – by nature.
The second largest city in Egypt, Alexandria, known as "The Pearl of the Mediterranean", has an atmosphere that is more Mediterranean than Middle Eastern.
Greater Cairo encompasses various historic towns, ancient temples, Christian churches, Muslim monuments and modern districts into one of the most populous cities in the world.
The ruins of the spectacular temple complexes of Karnak and Luxor, the Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens made Luxor one of the most popular holiday destinations in Egypt.
Belozersk, one the oldest Russian towns, retains charm of old day's Russian province. Belozersky Kremlin, ancient churches, stone and wooden merchant's mansions of 19 c.
Berezovsky Ryadok is a quiet age-old village with wooden church, located on the picruresque bank at the junction of Berezayka and Msta rivers in the northern part of Valdai Hills
Bogolyubovo, a city of the Golden Ring of Russia, is world famous for architectural monuments of 12 c., including Svyato-Bogolyubsky monastery, Church of the Intercession on the Nerl
The main and practically only one point of interest in the tiny town of Borisoglebsky is the majestic architectural ensemble of Borisoglebsky monastery
Gorodnya is one of the most ancient settlements on the bank of the Volga river in Tverskaya oblast; it is best known for its Nativity Church, a rare monument of Old Russian architecture
The quiet provincial town of Gorokhovets on the picturesque shore of Klyazma is famous for its ancient monasteries, white stone temples and unique stone dwelling houses of 17 c.
Gus-Khrustalny is the largest center of glass industry in Russia and one of the cities of the Golden Ring. The world famous Glass and Crystal Museum is situated here
The main landmark of Ivanishchi village in Tverskaya oblast is the Dormition Church, built in 18 century, an important monument of temple architecture
Kalyazin is an ancient small town on the Volga river, formerly an important trade and handicraft center; well preserved historical structures, the bell-tower of Nickolskaya Church
Tour to Lodeinoe Pole is an opportunity of acquaintance with cultural and historical attractions of the district, which was founded by Peter I in 1702
Murom, one of the oldest russian cities, has preserved a great number of historical monuments: monasteries and temples; The Trade Rows and various residential structures of 19 c.
Myshkin, museum-town of Russian province, preserving its charming atmosphere. Old merchant's houses, picturesque manors; Mouse Museum, Flax Museum, Museum of Valenok
Novgorod is one of the oldest and most famous Russian cities - in 2009 it celebrates 1150 anniversary. A lot of well preserved monuments of ancient architecture and painting
Ostashkov is the capital of lacustrine Seliger land and one of the most charming small towns of Russia; fine monuments of temple architecture and well-preserved old quarters
Petrozavodsk is a scientific, cutural, historic and tourist center of Karelia, quiet and cozy provincial capital on the picturesque shore of Petrozavodsk Bay of Lake Onega
Architectural and historical monuments of Rostov the Great, one of the oldest cities of the Golden Ring, are the invaluable heritage not only of Russian, but also of world culture
Rybinsk - the former "city of barge-haulers" and "granary of Russia" - preserves a unique atmosphere of old merchant city due to charming eclecticism of its architecture
Ancient tiny town of Selizharovo, picturesquely located on both banks of the Volga river, still maintains its original architectural and landscape appearance
The village of Shirkov pogost on Lake Vselug is famous for its wonderful wooden Church of John the Baptist, called the "Tver Kizhi" and imposing stone temple in pseudo-Russian style
Sochi is not only the largest resort of Russia, but also the only one located in the subtropics - over hundred of kilometers of beaches along the Black Sea coast
Sortavala is the second largest (after Petrozavodsk) tourist center in Karelia, a historical city of Russia and a true treasury of architecture in the spirit of Finnish romanticism
A former capital of the Russian Empire, St. Petersburg is a museum - city under the open sky. Besides, there are more than 200 different museums – from world’s famous to tiny
Staritsa, spreading on both sides of the Volga river, is one of the most ancient cities in Tver land, a unique historical and architectural monument
Where Toropa river flows out from the Solomino Lake, amidst the wide forests lies Toropets, a city with centuries-old history, in which past and present blend harmoniously together
Torzhok, a scenic town with centuries-old history, located on the banks of the Tvertsa river, is known not only as a museum under the open sky, but also as a popular resort town
Totma preserves the tranquill atmosphere of small provincial town: quiet narrow streets, abundance of trees, ancient merchant houses, churches in Totma Baroque style
Pictorial ancient town of Tutayev, the so-called "Volga River gem", has preserved its unique historical appearance and is considered one of the most beautiful Volga cities
The ancient upper-Volga city of Tver attracts numerous tourists, both Russian and foreign, with its rich museums, splendid architecture and the most interesting cultural life
Uglich, beautiful ancient town, standing among thick woods on the shore of mighty Volga, is celebrated for its numerous wonderful monuments of church and civil architecture
The main adornments of Velikoe village are the architectural ensemble of Church of Nativity of Our Lady and Lokalov's mansion, stylized as Russian terem (tower-chamber)
Veliky Ustyug is most beautiful city with white stone temples and old merchant mansions, a true gem of Russian North, the home of Russian Ded Moroz (Father Frost)
Vladimir, an ancient and most beautiful Russian cite, a true gem of the Golden Ring of Russia, boasts with great number of splendid white stone architectural monuments
The ancient city of Vologda is a keeper of age-old Russian traditions, a treasury of wooden and white stone architecture, a large center of folk handicrafts and trades
Tour to Vsevolzhsk is interesting, first of all, by opportunity to get acquaintance with historical and cultural monuments, churches and museums
In Vyborg one can see the only medieval castle on the territory of Russia and many historical monuments. Various festivals are regularly held here in summer
Yaroslavl, the oldest of Volga cities, was founded by Yaroslav the Wise in 1098-1010. Its historical center, famous for numerous architectural masterpiecrs, is a World Heritage Site
The main landmark of Zavidovo village is the restored temple complex, consisting of Dormition Church, Trinity Church, bell-tower and museum, dedicated to the history of the complex
Algiers is the capital of the country. Rest in Algiers will bring familiarity with ancient monuments and with several kilometres of wonderful beaches
Many ancient buildings are preserved in Cherchell: temples, thermal baths, the amphitheater and the circus. There is the unique museum of antiquity
Constantine was the capital city of Numidia, the Berber empire. Founded in III century BC, it is famous for remains of Roman buildings, mosques and mausoleums
The city of Janet keeps an atmosphere of the past. Urbanization touched it very little. Souvenir shops offer to buy jewelry made of leather and silver, nice trinkets
Tourists at El Oued enjoy amazing architecture, lots of souvenir shops and an opportunity to ride a camel. Especially worth to visit the market and Sidi Salem Mosque
Mascara (which means "a city of soldiers") is a knot of highways and a center of food industry, due to agricultural lands in city vicinities. Local garment producing factory attracts tourists
Oran gladdens hearts of tourists with warm climate, cozy beaches, blossoming gardens, eucalyptus avenues and olive groves
Built around the oasis, which is feed by artesian wells, Taghit, surrounded by sand dunes, attracts tourists with the Sahara, palm groves, ancient tombs
Numerous tourists are attracted to Tlemcen thanks to textile and leather industries, manufacture of carpets and, most importantly, to monuments of Arab, Berber, Turkish and French colonial cultures
Alice Springs is a small town that attracts many tourists because of being close to lots of natural wonders of the Australian desert.
Darwin, Northern Territory (Australia)
Darwin is the capital of Northern Territory. It is a convenient start point for those, who want to visit Tiwis Islands and Kakadu and Litchfield Parks
Sydney is one of the most beautiful port cities of the world. The main sights: Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Chinese Garden of Friendship, Royal Botanic Garden, the Zoo
Almaty is an administrative, scientific and cultural center. It has a university, 16 institutes, theaters, museums, concert and exhibition halls
The capital of Kazakhstan Astana has gained its status and modern architecture (Presidential Center of Culture, Congress Hall, etc. ) only after 1994 year
Founded in 500 year AD at the crossroads of caravan routes of the Silk Road – Turkestan preserved the medieval look. One, getting here, feels as if it was in Oriental fairy tale
Mountains, surrounding Alushta as amphitheater, retreat from the shore for 5-10 km. There are 5 rivers in the area; trails for biking, hiking and horseback excursions
Bakhchisaray is a town in Central Crimea, the former capital of the Crimean Khanate. Its main landmark is Hansaray, the only extant palace of the Crimean Khans, a museum now
Clean and soft golden sand, gently sloping sea bottom, clear water, attract tourists to Eupatoria. It is one of the sunniest cities in the world - the sun shines here 258 days a year
Feodosia has everything for health treatment and relaxation - mineral water, curative mud, sea shores with golden sand beaches
Kerch, an ancient port city, has experienced the impact of different cultures and civilizations. There are warm sea, well-groomed beaches and boundless steppe here
Kiev is the capital and the largest city of Ukraine, the richest treasure house of historic and cultural monuments, important center of business and education, science and culture
The legendary Lviv is a true jem of Western Ukraine, the most beautiful ancient city, rich of historical memories and unique monuments of architecture and culture
Warm sea, sunny beaches, umbrageous wide streets, cozy yards, beautiful historical buildings, legendary sparkling humour and hospitality of locals - all this is Odessa
Saky is the oldest resort on the Black Sea. The climate here is ideal for relaxation - it combines properties of both steppe and sea zones. The resort is famous with curative mud
The legendary hero city Sevastopol is one of the most beautiful port cities in the world and an excellent sea-resort, a large historical-cultural and touristic centre of Crimea
Simferopol is the capital of the Autonomous Republic of Crimea in southern Ukraine, an important political, economic, and transport center of the peninsula
Staryi Krym has a fame of a city of centenarians. In a vicinity of the city mysterious caves and curative springs wait ecotourism enthusiasts
Sudak, a small town with quiet beaches and ancient Genoese fortress is an ideal place for family holidays
Yalta, the most popular and fashionable resort of Crimea, is located in subtropical zone. There are an abundant vegetation, fabulous beaches and healing air
Freedom permeated the whole atmosphere of Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands. The city is remarkably tolerant
Delft - museum under open sky; over 600 historical monuments; The Royal Porcelain Factory, Town Council, Prison Tower, Prinsenhof Museum.
Annapolis is situated on the Severn river not far from where it enters the Chesapeake Bay. It's the state capital of Maryland, a popular tourist center and the "sailing capital of America"
Can you imagine a completely “green” but modern urban area? Paolo Soleri, the architect of experimental town Arcosanti, proved, that it is possible.
Atlanta, the capital of Georgia, is full of tourist attractions: the World of Coca-Cola, the Stone Mountain Park, the Georgia Aquarium and much more.
Baltimore is a large industrial and political center of the country. The visiting card of the city is the Inner Harbour, around which the main Baltimore's sights are concentrated
Each year around 3 millions tourists arrive in Bar Harbor to explore this historical town, to sail around the adjacent Frenchman bay and to rest in scenic Acadia National Park
The town of Bath, situated on the Kennebeck river, has a long maritime history. Here is located a major American shipyard, founded as long ago as 1884, which builds Navy warships
Beckley is a nice town in WV and home to a number of local festivals, such as Celtic Festival, Captain Thurmond's Challenge and Christmas Festival
Hollywood is where stars work. And Beverly Hills is where they live. It is the city of luxurious houses, award-winning restaurants and posh cars
Biloxi is a port at the Gulf of Mexico and an important tourist center. The lighthouse, the National library and the network of well-known gambling houses are its main attractions
The City of Bishop is located in the picturesque valley of Owens River, east to Sierra Nevada range. It is an ideal place for an outdoor vacation
The small town in West Virginia Mountains takes its name after the Egyptian capital Cairo. U.S. Cairo is not so ancient, but still worth visiting
Giant skyscrapers of XIX cent. are in the business quarter of Chicago - «The Loop», young companies would like «Gold Coast», Bohemia lives in the «Wicker Park» area and «Bucktown» - is a park zone
Colquitt is a city of well-developed cultural tourism. Its most famous attraction is the former warehouse Cotton Hall, now a museum and a theater.
Dahlonega is an ideal destination for those, who regret having not been born at the the gold-fever times. The “Gold Museum” doors are open for you.
Daytona Beach resort is famous for 23 miles of excellent sandy beaches, great accommodations, cultural treasures, unique shopping, world-class golf, relaxing spas
Denver or the Mile High City (its elevation is exactly 1 mile) is the capital of Colorado. Lots of sportive and cultural events take place here.
However Derby Line in Vermont is a village, it is well-known and loved by tourists owing to its Haskell Free Library and Opera House building.
Detroit is the leading centre of automobile industry and the largest automobile supplier in the world, the important transport nodal point and the main port of the Great Lakes
Are you fond of cowboy movies? If yes, you are to visit a living decoration for shooting such movie - Dodge City, the wildest one on the Wild West.
Wee town of Dorset with official population of 22 people is known as the "Tiny Restaurant Capital of the World" and attracts many thousands of tourists each year
Dover is the capital of the first state and an attractive tourist destination. It houses 10 U.S most famous museums and lots of other attractions
In Dabek you will never get bored. There is a lot of interesting buildings in four parts of the town, including both religious and modern ones.
Duluth is the largest in the country inland port, situated on the shore of the Lake Superior. One of its major landmarks is the unique Aerial Lift Bridge across the St. Louis Bay
Durango offers wide range of recreational opportunities, from visiting sites of historical interest and sightseeing to doing extreme sports.
Eagle River is an ideal place to spend a relaxed holiday. Lots of fishing, sightseeing and dining-out opportunities make the city really popular
Eastport is a small seaport on the Moose Island, the most eastern city of US; connected to the mainland by causeway of 360 m length; fine non-freezing bay; fish and lumber trade
Elkins is a nice and remote place located in West Virginia's Mountain Highlands. It is a doorway to a number of the famous U.S. nature parks.
Today Ely is best known as one of the main entry points for the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, which is highly popular among lovers of fishing and canoeing
Estes Park is attractive for ecotourists and mountaineers in summer time and for skiing sports fans - in winter
Eureka Springs (United States)
Eureka Springs is a tiny piece of good old alpine Europe in the heart of Arkansas. It’s a nice destination with Victorian buildings and lifestyle.
Evansville or The River City, located on the picturesque shores of the Ohio River, in 2009 was named one of the best cities "to live, work, and play"
Exeter, founded in 1638, is one of the oldest cities in New Hampshir. Historical buildings, the American Independence Museum, the highly prestigious Phillips Exeter Academy
Fitzgerald is famous for its Blue and Grey Museum, which exposition is dedicated to the Civil War, and for its streets named after Civil War generals.
Flagstaff is home to two major U.S. observatories and diverse musical festivals. The annual Beer Tasting Festival also takes place here.
Fort Lauderdale (United States)
Fort Lauderdale is a perfect place for beach holidays - a tropical climate, warm waters of the Atlantic, golden sands, relaxing atmosphere
Galena is surrounded by charming landscapes. The valley of the Galena River is a perfect place to have a holiday with your beloved people
Gatlinburg seems to be designed especially for tourists: a lot of hotels, cafes, photo-salons, and also several aerial tramways and observation decks
Georgetown’s most interesting attraction is the Georgetown Loop Historic Railroad. It offers visitors to take a trip on a gorgeous old steam train.
Grafton is the home of the tradition to celebrate the Mother's Day, which was settled on 10 May,1908 by parsons of Andrews Methodist Episcopal Church.
For those, who look for quiet vacation with fishing, canoeing and wood hikes, tiny town of Hackensack, surrounded by pristine forests and numerous lakes, is the best choice
Harpers Ferry is an unbelievably small (only about 300 residents) and outstandingly picturesque town, even named the “most painted” one in U.S.
Hartford is the capital of the state of Connecticut and the "Insurance Capital of the World". Insurance business is the major industry of the city
Helen is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Alike to Eureka Springs, it is an old-world style town. A lot of celebrations and fests take place here.
"Welcome to Hell!" -says the sign at the entrance to the tiny town with the strange name of Hell, which lives solely by exploitation of various infernal themes
There are no ancient landmarks in Houston, however, there are oceans of museums, theaters, parks and even the NASA Space Research Center.
Indianapolis, The Circle City or just Indy is the capital of Indiana. It is famous for its Indiana World War Memorial Plaza and the Monument Circle
Jazz Festival and Film Festival are held in Jacksonville annually. The city is the year-round resort with several large zones of beaches, centres of recreation and nightlife
Joliet is a prosperous city full of business centers and tourist attractions. Currently is the fourth largest Illinois city, but it is still growing
The city of Key West is the center of active beach recreation. It is equally famous for its amazing museums, among which should be noticed Hemingway’s house-museum
Lake Havasu City (United States)
Lake Havasu City is famous for the London Bridge over Colorado River and attractive by its outstanding recreation opportunities for watersport lovers.
“The Entertainment Capital of the World” - Las Vegas attracts millions of fans of gambling, shopping and entertainment. The main attractions of the city are Casinos
Lee is a popular tourist and shopping destination, thanks to its nice Victorian architecture and The Prime Outlets at Lee shopping mall
Natural riches of Lewes are no less outstanding than town’s historical heritage. It is up to you to spend time on sandy beaches or in its museums
Despite being a fast-developing modern city, Lexington is surrounded by a scenic rural area. This unusual neighborhood is protected by local laws.
Long Beach attracts tourists by well-tended beaches, a national park, yummy oysters in seafood restaurants and the mummy of Jake the Alligator Man.
Los Angeles, the heart of U.S. entertainment and international trade, is the second most populous and one of the most cosmopolitan American cities
Louisville is famous for the Kentucky Derby. This annual event starts with a two-week long festival and an amazing firework show.
If you wish to have the best seaside holiday ever, follow the road sign: "Malibu, 27 Miles of Scenic Beauty" and get ready for a fabulous vacation
Manassas is a city with the rich historical background and lots of museums. Some spectacular historical reconstruction events take place here.
Small friendly town of Mccomb nestled in the southwest corner of Mississippi more than once was honoured with the title of "The Hospitality City of the Hospitality State"
Metropolis is known as the official home of the most famous superhero. You can find his 15-foot bronze statue in the centre of Superman Square
Miami is the most famous and expensive resort of the United States. Here, on the shores of the Atlantic, there are 25 miles of splendid beaches, luxury villas and fashionable hotels
Miami Beach offers to plunge into an atmosphere of entire beach recreation. Snow-white sand beach on shores of the Atlantic, all sorts of entertainment
Milwaukee is the largest city of Wisconsin. The city attracts lots of visitors, as it is both business and cultural center of the whole region.
Minneapolis is the largest city in the state and important port on Mississippi river; wide avenues, ultramodern architecture, beautiful parks, twenty four lakes within the city's precincts
Moundsville is a small town with the rich historical heritage. The most famous landmarks are its Gothic style prison and Adena Indian burial mounds.
The small town of Natchez, celebrated for its luxirious planter mansions in antebellum style built before the Civil War, preserves the peculiar atmosphere of prosperous Old South
New Castle, one of the major U.S. seaports in the past, is now a lovely town with cobbled streets, lots of antique stores and relaxed atmosphere
New Haven may seem too industrial from the first glimpse, but look at it once more and you’ll see the amusing Gothic architecture of Yale University.
New York City - skyscrapers, museums, galleries, theaters, exhibition halls, parks, cafes and restaurants - all these one can find in the largest city of the world
Ocean City is a popular resort on the shore of Atlantic Ocean; fine sand beaches, comfortable hotels, excellent restaurants and cafes; shops, clubs, amusement parks, water park
Orlando, located at the land of lakes in environment of beautiful parks, is one of the most popular U. S. resorts and the recognized world capital of children’s entertainment
Near the city of Page, on the Navajo Indian land, is located the famous slot Antelope Canyon, which is considered to be an incredible creation of nature
Palm Beach resort is one of the most famous on the Atlantic coasts. Beautiful beaches and splendid mansions, where the richest people of the United States live
The tourist town of Park City is famous first of all for its world-class ski-resorts and for the International Sundance Film Festival, the largest independent film festival in US
Plains is the smallest (0.8 square miles), however, quite a notable city of the state of Georgia. The annual Peanut Festival takes place here.
Plymouth is the place where American cultural traditions live. The nickname of this city founded by Mayflower pilgrims is "America's Hometown"
Portsmouth is a hictorical port at mouth of Piscataqua river, a large center of submarine shipbuilding, an important center of summer tourism
Provincetown or P-town is a highly popular vacation destination among gays, lesbians and bohemians, who are tired of the conservative rest of society
The most catching attraction of Rising Sun are its breathtakingly beautiful dawns. Among other points of interest the Harps on Main shop can be named
Rochester is best known as the home of famous Mayo Clinic, one of the largest and most respected medical establishments in the world; it is also home to a major IBM facility
Salt Lake City (United States)
Salt Lake City, the capital of Utah, is one of the most popular tourist destination in America. Unique mormon culture, great number of temples; first-rate ski resorts and tourist centers
San Diego is one of the wealthiest and safest cities in U.S. It offers tourists a variety of attractions from shopping to sightseeing
San Francisco or the Golden Gate City is full of tourist attractions and places of historical interest. It is visited by 16 mln tourists every year
San José is located in the very heart of the world-famous Silicon Valley. The city has a mild climate and lots of exciting high-tech attractions.
Santa Barbara, the American Riviera, is a nice destination for a family holiday. It offers all sorts of activities, from sports to wine-tasting
Santa-Cruz’s fabulous beaches along with untouched redwoods in 14 State Parks are something to boast of. In addition, it’s a wine production region.
Santa Monica's location is pretty convenient: on the one hand, it is close to LA, on the other, it is at the seaside with plenty of nice beaches
Sarasota is proud of numerous historical monuments and the quality of sandy beaches. Excellent opportunities for sports - tennis, lawn bowling, water skiing, golf, or boating
There are lots of things to do in Sausalito: you can rather go boating, take an excursion to the Bay Model Museum or go for a trip to San Francisco.
Savannah, the first capital of Georgia, is attractive for thousands of tourists owing to its well-preserved historic districts and lots of museums.
Seattle, known as the Seatown or the Emerald City, is the largest city in the state of Washington and one of the biggest U.S. seaports.
Selma is well-known for its interesting museums, as well as for its significant role in both World Wars and The African-American Civil Rights Movement
Seneca Rocks is a scenic rock formation where anyone can try rock-climbing, bouldering, fishing, rafting, hiking, horseback riding and much more.
Seward, located on the southern coast of Alaska, attracts tourists with national parks, salmon rivers and gold deposits
Shipshewana is quite a small town, however, the cultural life bubbles up here. One of the largest flea markets in U.S. is located in the town
Silverton, a small town with nice Victorian buildings here and there, is known as one of the major centers of the mining industry in Colorado.
Springfield, the capital of Illinois, is still proud of one of its citizens, who lived there more than 150 years ago. His name was Abraham Lincoln
Springfield, a town standing on the banks of the Connecticut River, is known for the Basketball Hall of Fame and J. Naismith, who invented this game
St. Augustine, the U. S. oldest city, has almost not changed its original Spanish appearance. That is why it is particular interesting for tourists
St. Petersburg (United States)
The small town of St. Petersburg is famous for white sandy beaches on shores of the Gulf of Mexico and the Museum of Salvador Dali
The city of Staunton lies in the Shenandoah Valley between the Allegheny Mountains and the Blue Ridge. Its charming downtown is worth visiting
The Sun Valley resort in Idaho attracts tourists, who are keen on mountain skiing, tennis or just relaxed hiking and sightseeing.
Tacoma takes its name after the Indian word, which indigenous people used to specify Mount Rainier. And its nickname is the City of Destiny
Tallahassee - the capital of Florida is famous for many interesting museums, ancient architecture and the amazing park with underground caves
City of Tampa, located on the shores of the Tampa Bay is famous for a variety of natural and water parks, as well as numerous interesting museums
Tombstone seems to be a full-scale decoration for a classical western. The restored city with authentic 1880's buildings attracts lots of tourists.
Tucson, Arizona (United States)
Tucson, surrounded by unusual saguaro (cactus) forests, offers its guests a variety of activities from visiting SPAs and museums to playing golf.
Tybee Island near Savannah is a dreamlike place, where you can meet sea turtles and rare birds as well as movie stars and even pirates.
Vicksburg is an important cultural center of the state, famous first of all for its National Military Park, containing a very great number of American Civil war monuments and memorials
Autumn is the best time to visit West Berlin. Annually, in the end of October, the Great Green Mtn Pumpkin Show takes place here at Farm Market.
Westport is a small city with the largest public marina in U.S. Here you can rest on remote beaches, enjoy fishing, bird watching and clam digging.
Williamsburg is a living town-museum full of 300-400 years old buildings. Everyone can feel himself a native American of Independence War times here.
Williamstown has become famous owing to its citizen Will Knight, who runs a unique Spider Web Farm – the most popular tourist attraction of the town.
Winter Park in Colorado has everything for a great Christmas vacation. There’re 19 lifts, 118 trails and oceans of fluffy snow that fall every winter.
Wisconsin Dells (United States)
Wisconsin Dells or “The Waterpark Capital of the World” is famous for its amazing waterparks and steamboat cruises by the Wisconsin River.
Yorktown is a genuine historical monument. This is the legendary site of the final battle of the War of Independence that happened in October, 1781.
Bukhara is one of the most ancient cities of Central Asia, located on the Great Silk Road. Its age is over 2500 years, the cultural layer is more than 20 meters
Khiva - the ancient city of Uzbekistan - a place of pilgrimage for tourists, historians and archaeologists
Samarkand is of the same age with Babylon, Athens and Rome - the history of the city is over 2750 years. Unique masterpieces of ancient architecture are well preserved there. Besides, there is wonderful climate and clean water
The city was named by Greeks who came with Alexander the Great. Termez means "hot" (Thermo or Thermos) in Greek. It is still the hottest point of Uzbekistan.
Ohrid - Macedonian tourist centre on the bank of the same name lake; city-museum; "Slavic Jerusalem" (365 active churches); antique theatre.
Antwerp is the largest city in Flanders and the second-largest seaport in Europe, the world center of diamond trade; a great number of museums and historical architectural monuments
Bruges is one of the most picturesque European cities, a true treasury of medieval architecture; city of beautiful canals and bridges, rightfully called "The Northern Venice"
Brussels, the capital of Belgium, is a city with interesting and often dramatic history, boasting the richest architectural inheritance; the most important cultural center of Europe
Isfahan attracts tourists by monuments of Islamic architecture of XI-XIX centuries, as well as oriental bazaars, parks and gardens
Tehran is a modern metropolis with a very ancient history. Tourists will certainly be interested in numerous museums of the capital of Iran
Cusco is an ancient Inca capital, situated in Andes at 3500 m above sea level; the largest hictorical and archaelogical center of South America, a World Heritage Site
Situated on the bank of the Amazon river deep in jungle, Iquitos is the largest on the Earth city, which hasn't land communication with the outer world
Peru's capital Lima offers its guests an opportunity to learn more about the history of the country, to visit monuments of Conquista period, to admire wonderful Colonial architecture
Machu Picchu is an ancient Inca city, located 2500 m above sea level, on a mountain ridge dominating the Urubamba river valley; a World Heritage Site and a place of tourist pilgrimage
Gomel is an ancient and eternally young city on the bank of Sozh river. Historical monuments, wonderful architecture of different epochs, the famous palace and park complex
Minsk is the capital of Belarus - a cultural center, with a lot of museums. The main sights in Minsk region are: ancient cities Zaslavl and Nesvizh, and Brest Fortress
Auckland is the largest city of the country. Sky-scrapers and noisy streets of downtown, peace and quiet of one-storey residential districts; fine beaches, scenic bays, great shopping
Matamata - tiny town, that became world famous as Hobbiton - hobbits habitat (in Lord of the Rings film trilogy); green meadows, fields, dense forests.
Rotorua - famous thermal resort in New Zealand, cultural centre of Maori aborigines; Valley of Geysers; mineral baths; shear show.
In 1908 it turned out that the desert around Luderitz is literally strewed with diamonds. Then the diamonds ran out, and now it is just a tiny town in the middle of the desert
Swakopmund, built by German colonists, looks like a cozy German village. Excellent place for active forms of recreation - from jeep safaris to surfing
Walvis Bay with its sand dunes is a paradise for ornithologists. Here one can observe terns, pelicans, pink flamingos and many other water birds
Windhoek - the capital of Namibia, located high in the mountains is a very nice colonial style town. The main sights - several castles in medieval style, famous breweries
Ayia-Napa - popular Cyprus resort; "capital of parties"; splendid hotels; fashionable bars and restaurants; active night life; cape Greco.
Larnaca is attractive both with its historical monuments and its comfortable hotels, beautiful sand beaches and date-tree alleys. A lot of opportunities for active rest and entertainment
Limassol, the second largest resort on the island, is an exceptionally cosmopolitan and cheerful city, a favourite rest place both of the clubbing youth and of the respectable public
Paphos - included in the UNESCO's World Heritage list; Aphrodite's bay; Tombs of the Kings; ancient ruins, antique monuments, churches, basilicas.
One of the most traveller-friendly cities in Asia is Bangkok. The city boasts some of the country's most visited historical venues
A coastline dotted with beautiful tropical islands, palm edged beaches and coral reefs. An interior is filled with jungle, strange rock formations, mysterious caves, hidden lagoons and waterfalls.
A popular resort is famous for its go-go and beer bars. It's also one of the best locations for all manner of sports and entertaining activities.
Baalbek attracts tourists by the ruins of the grand temple ensemble of the Roman period (I-III cent. AD), the ruins of the Grand Mosque and the minaret
Beirut is one of the biggest cultural centers of the Mediterranean - there are a lot of theaters, cinemas, museums, restaurants and nightclubs
This city is one of the oldest on the earth - its history is over seven thousand years. The ancient ruins of Byblos can tell about the fall and prosperity of dozens of civilizations
Balatonfüred is the first balneology health resort on the Balaton Lake, which sprang up in 18th c. and became famous as the "heart sufferer's Mecca". Picturesque nature, excellent wines
The central part of the Hungarian capital is in the UNESCO list of cultural sites of world significance. Budapest is also considered to be the balneological capital of the world
Eger attracts tourists with wonderful architecture in Baroque and Classicism style, curative thermal springs, known from as far back as the Middle Ages, and excellent red and white wine
Besides the rest on well-kept beaches, Keszthely offers its guests an acquaintance with quiet ancient streets and truly magnificent Baroque palace of the Festetics family
Charming health resort town of Tapolca is known first of all for its karst caves, famous speleoclinic and underground lake, where boat excursions are conducted
Balchik is a cozy resort. There is an atmosphere of peace and harmony. Hotels are mostly small with compact territory. The famous botanical garden of queen Maria worth visiting
Bozhentsi is the village located in the mountains. It has a status of an architectural and historical reserve. Now there remain 100 houses aged from 100 to 250 years
Hissar is an excellent balneological resort. The unique mineral water cures kidney, liver, stomach, and the system of internal secretion
Melnick is the smallest city in Bulgaria. The population - less than three hundred residents. Tourists enjoy the famous local wine - Melnick
Nesebar is the oldest European city, which is older than five thousand years. It is interesting by wooden architecture, churches, and the well-preserved medieval ruins
Rome is much younger than Plovdiv. Athens and Constantinople also appeared later. Plovdiv is magically beautiful in all seasons
Varna - one of the biggest and most beautiful cities in Bulgaria. One can find examples of an ancient Greek, medieval and modern culture here
Veliko Trnovo is the ancient capital of Bulgaria, where architectural monuments of many epochs are carefully preserved. A lot of cafes, bars and restaurants
The cityscape of Bratislava is characterized by medieval towers and grandiose 20th century buildings
Bar, a modern city with wide boulevards and lush Mediterranean vegetation, is a major center of tourism and shipping at the entrance to the Adriatic Sea
In the city of Budva it is easy to combine beach relaxation with fascinating excursions to historical places of interest
The museum-city of Cetinje is proud of the most well-preserved collection of weapons on the Balkans. The collection contains the highest achievements in this field
In Herceg Novi there is a wide variety of beaches: pebble beaches, beach-platform, as well as an artificial beach with fine sand. There are excellent conditions both for passive recreation and water sports
Thank to beauty of nature, diverse mountain terrain and favorable climate, Kolasin is very popular among fans of ecotourism, skiing, and other forms of active leisure
Old Kotor is one of the best preserved medieval towns in this part of the Mediterranean. Today it is the city of bustling pageantries, national festivals, bright carnival, international fashion shows
Niksic is known for historical monuments, monasteries, churches and . . . Nicsicko beer. Beautiful lakes, located near the city is the main recreation area in summer time
Perast is the city of seafarers, preserving breath of distant times of great discoveries, the first mention of which refer to 1326. Perast is interesting to fans of history, antiquities and adventures
Petrovac – is a resort city, attracting fans of quiet vacations in the surrounding of Roman and Venetian culture monuments
Despite the fact that during the Second World War, most of the historic buildings in Podgorica were destroyed, there are still a sufficient number of interesting cultural and historical monuments
Tivat offers great opportunities for active recreation – diving, fascinating mountain hiking and biking, climbing, surfing, water-skiing and catamaran sailing
The southernmost resort city of Montenegro - Ulcinj is famous with mild climate, greenery, luxury hotels, ancient and medieval monuments
Dubrovnik is a real pearl of the Adriatic, a museum-city with amazing architecture and rich history, a center of tourism with mild Mediterranean climate, wonderful nature and clear turquoise sea
Zagreb, the recognized cultural center of Croatia, attracts tourists with its numerous museums, theaters, art galleries and medieval architecture
Batumi, the capital of Adjara, is a port city and a resort. Bathing season lasts from May to October. Luxury verdure - magnolias, palms, cypresses, orange and lemon trees
Gagra, the most picturesque resort town of Abkhazia, offers a comfortable rest on the endless beaches, excursions; 22 km from the airport of Adler
Tour to New Athos gives the unique opportunity not only to enjoy the warm sea and mild subtropical climate, but also to get acquainted with the ancient history of the city
The capital of Abkhazia, Sukhumi, is one of the finest resorts with magnificent beaches, spa, the famous Botanical Garden and Apery
The most interesting part of Tbilisi is the old city with narrow medieval streets. In architecture local Georgian style is mixed with Byzantine, European and Middle Eastern
Belgrade was founded by Celts in III cent. BC and since then it was completely destroyed 39 times. Therefore it whimsically combines Eastern and Western cultures
Bern, the capital and the heart of Switzerland, is an incredibly beautiful medieval city, which has preserved its original appearance. A World Heritage Site, a true treasury of art
Geneva is famous throughout the world as one of the largest centers of international diplomatic activity, the cultural center of Switzerland. Lake Geneva is the largest natural freshwater lake in western Europe (582 km²)
Zermatt is an idylic town surrounded with mighty mountains. Traditional Alpine architecture; stone-paved narrow streets without autos; hotels, restaurants and cafes with world name
Zurich is the largest center of tourism in the country, the Swiss Venice. Gothic Old Town, scenic Zurich lake and Limmat river, beautiful parks, excellent shopping in Banhofstrasse
The capital of Moldova Chisinau (Kishinev) is very green. There are many buildings of XIX century, interesting museums and the National Theatre
Cape Town offers to tourists helicopter and airplane rides, cruises, whale watching, surfing and diving schools, sea fishing, golf, horseback riding, cozy beach relaxation etc
Durban is year-round resort. The coast is protected against shark by nets. Main attractions: Dolphinarium, bird’s park, aquarium-museum, water amusement center, botanical garden, Japanese garden, bazaar and many others
Pietermaritzburg (South Africa)
For adrenaline-charged adventure seekers, Pietermaritzburg is the place to be. It is a real adventure destination, the city and surrounds offer thrills - on land, water and in the air
Port Shepstone will gladden hearts of tourists with golf fields, suitable both for beginners and professionals, beautiful beaches with fine sand, coastal waters with famous coral reefs. Excellent underwater hunting, fishing and diving
The capital of South Africa, Pretoria is a city of contrasts – there are a lot of skyscrapers, cultural attractions and slums
Coastal Simonstown will gladden tourists with beautiful bays, excellent beaches and interesting museums; on the coast of Boulders Beach there is an unforgettable sight - a colony of penguins
Wilderness is one of the few places on earth where tropical forest covering mountains descend directly to the coastal strip of white sand beaches and golden sand dunes. It is an ideal place for beach relaxation and walking
Bhaktapur was the capital of the principality in XIV-XVIII cent. Now it’s a small cozy town, not overcrowded by tourists. The traditional local crafts are weaving and pottery
Kathmandu - the capital and largest city of Nepal has never been in war. It accumulated treasures without spending and now they create a fabulous image of an eastern city
Gdansk - marine capital of Poland; Old City - architectural ensemble of 13th-18th centuries: gothic St. Mary's Church, Royal Highway, Golden House.
Krakow - cultural capital of Poland; "European Capital of Culture of 2000"; Old City is an object of World Heritage; castle ensemble Wawel.
Warsaw - capital of Poland, the largest city of the country; one of the most beautiful cities in Europe; marvelously restored Old City; Royal Highway.
Mdina - ancient Malta\'s capital, about 4000 years old; city-fortress; museum under open sky; catacombs.
Valletta - Malta's capital, its economic and political centre; city-fortress; narrow srtaight stair-streets; 3 picturesque parks; museums.
Bishkek is the capital of Kyrgyzstan. The main places of interest are concentrated in the center of the city: museums, galleries, shops, parks, squares, restaurants and cafes
The exact date of Osh city foundation is not known. Legends associate it with the name of Alexander the Great and even the Prophet Solomon
The city of Uzgen was found in II-I cent BC. The main sights: the 44 m height minaret, mosque and madrassa (early XII cent), the mausoleum of the Karahanid dynasty
Natural and historical features, geographical location, just near the Alps, make Bled and countryside an ideal place for tourism. The town has already existed for a thousand years.
The capital of Slovenia is a beautiful small town situated on the river Ljubljanica that divides the city centre below the castle hill. It's full of galleries, museums and young artists.
The town resembles a large open-air museum, with medieval architecture and a rich cultural heritage. Narrow streets give the town its special charm.
Postojna Caves consist of 20 km of wondrously sculpted galleries, chambers and halls, into which over the last 180 years welcoming guides have taken a multitude of 28 million visitors
Columbia's capital, its financial, industrial and cultural centre; 9 main country museums; great number of architectural monuments.
Port on the Caribian Sea bank; 17th century citadel; ancient forts and great number of colonial buildings; Palace of the Inquisition and Archaeological museum.
The ancient cozy town of Canterbury is known primarily due to "The Canterbury Tales" by Jeoffrey Chaucer, grandiose early-Gothic cathedral and well-preserved medieval architecture
Cardiff, the modern capital of Wales, combines the fragnance of old days with the spirit of modern times. Medieval castles, Llandaff cathedral,the largest in Europe Millenium stadium
London is the richest city in Europe - the capital of Great Britain. London holds the leading position in cultural life, social communication, politics, finance and entertainment
Manchester is famous not only for its monuments of Gothic and modern architecture, theatres and museums, but also for its numerous clubs and entertainment centers of all kinds
Rochester is an ancient town with Normann castle, early-Gothic cathedral and the oldest in the country King's school. It is described in Charles Dickens' novel "Great Expectations"
Cesky Krumlov (Czech Republic)
Cesky Krumlov, a small city in the South Bohemian Region of the Czech Republic, is famous for excellent architecture and art of the historic old town and Český Krumlov Castle. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
An excursion to the village of Holašovice shows to tourists the unique rural Baroque style in architecture of XIV century
Karlovy Vary (Carlsbad) is a popular tourist destination since the 19th century. It is especially famous as a spa resort, but also known for the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival and the popular Czech liqueur Karlovarská Becherovka
Kromeriz was founded in 1260 by Bruno von Schauenburg, bishop of Olomouc. The main sight of the city is a beautiful castle with well preserved rooms and furnishings, which are among the most valuable interiors of Medieval Europe
Kutná Hora is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Among the most important buildings are the Gothic, five-naved St. Barbara's Church, Italian Court, formerly a royal residence and mint, built at the end of the 13th century
Thanks to a favorable climate and iodine-bromine mineral water, Lednice resort helps to cure post-traumatic, post-burn and post-surgical states, neurological, gynecological diseases and many others
Litomysl, a city of over a thousand years history, is famous for its ancient architectural monuments, as well as musical and theatrical performances
They call the city of Olomouc - Hanácká Rome because of an abundance of architectural monuments and pieces of art
Prague is a city of unique beauty! There are Romanesque and Gothic buildings, and constructions of Renaissance and Baroque styles intricately combined with Art Nouveau, Cubism and Deconstructivism
They call Telc - "Moravian Venice" because of an abundance of water reservoirs and monuments of medieval architecture
Třebíč is a regional centre with a population of approximately 40,000. There are many sights. The Jewish Quarter and St Procopius' Basilica are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Liechtenstein princely family had spent almost 3 centuries for the creation of this vast estate in the Baroque style. As a result, an area of 250 sq. km. of the Valtice castle is home to several buildings, garden houses, romantic pavilions etc
Zelena Hora attracts tourists with the church of St. John of Nepomuckého (1719) - a pearl of Baroque style. The church symbolizes a magic number "5" - it has a form of a five-pointed star, five inputs and five altars
Bucharest attracts tourists by numerous historical monuments - palaces, churches, monasteries, as well as gardens, museums and art galleries
Sighisoara - a remarkable beautiful town - was founded in XII century as a fortress guarding an approaches to mountain passes in the Carpathians
The capital of Argentina - Buenos Aires is the most European city in South America. There are numerous examples of interesting architecture and a lot of museums
Cordoba - the second largest city of Argentina - attracts tourists by historical museum, remarkable architecture, archaeological park of Sierra Colorado
City of Corrientes - is the administrative center of the same name province. It is the port on the left bank of the river Parana. It has an international airport
El Calafate is the unique colour of Patagonia and a wonderful landscape. The beautiful lake with the small town on the beach, cozy hotels, bars and restaurants, souvenir shops
Sport fishing, sailing, windsurfing – types of active leisure in Puerto Madryn. Every year swarms of southern whales and dolphins swim up here for wedding rituals.
Unforgettable vacations in Ushuaia all the year round: excursions, sport fishing, mountain biking, riding, hiking, navigation studies on catamarans or sailing boats, skiing
The city of Busan, also known as Pusan is the largest port city in South Korea and the fifth largest port in the world. The city officially announced its bid to host the 2020 Summer Olympics Games
Gwangju is an ideal place for lovers of ecotourism and hiking. There is the State Museum, representing the collection of objects found during archaeological excavations (ironwork, pottery) and pieces of art
Behind ultra-modern façade of Seoul, the capital of South Korea, lies age-old antiquity. The main historical attraction of the city is Changdeokgung palace. Here there is one of the most beautiful pagodas and the National Folk Museum
Seen from the river - one of the city's many great viewpoints - Lisbon is an impressionist picture of low-rise ochre and pastel, punctuated by church towers and domes.
Porto is a city, that gave name to Portugal and port wine; Ribeira Quarter, Port Wine museum, famous bridges, that are unique engineering solutions of the time
Sintra is summer residence of Portuguese kings, UNESCO World Heritage Site; Pena National Palace, Castle of the Moors, Monastery of Capuchins
Ludza is a quiet, green town with the presence of ancient history. Great vacation spot for those who love nature: swimming in various lakes, fishing, hiking
Due to the mixture of different cultures - German, Latvian, Russian and Polish - Riga has its own unique and unforgettable image
Tukums - a small town surrounded by gardens. The main sight - Pils (Castle) Tower, the remains of the Livonian Order Castle, which was built in 1730
Mahebourg -the 2nd largest Mauritius city; the National History (or Naval) Museum; ruins of ancient fort; open sea fishing.
Mauritius capital, the largest city and port; multitude of cozy cafes and restaurants; magnificent casinos, cinemas; nice shopping; active night life.
Lush vegetation, white beaches and emerald waters of Atlantic Ocean wait tourists in Guardalavaca. Coral reef, the unique place for diving lies in 900 m from the shore
In Havana there are well equipped beach with yacht clubs, breathtaking scenery, lots of villas and hotels for every taste, 4 international diving centres, remains of sunken ships
Santiago de Cuba is a beautiful city of sunny weather, colonial palaces, museums, carnivals, and Afro-Cuban rhythms. Excellent vacations all the year round
Founded by conquistador Diego Velazquez in 1514, Trinidad keeps romantic atmosphere. The architecture is Neo Classical and Baroque with Moorish influence; lovely coast
The Vinales valley is famous for huge limestone round-shaped formations – mogotes, mineral water springs, botanical garden and plantations of the world’s best tobacco
City of San Marino is very rich in monuments of medieval architecture, magnificent temples and interesting museums
Mountain resort Da Lat, surrounded with ever-green forests, scenic valleys and lakes, was founded in 1917 by the French. "Small Paris", town of eternal spring and of thousand flowers
The capital of Quatar, Doha (or Ad-Dowha) is the largest cultural, commercial and resort center of the country, with well-developed tourism and entertainment industry
Capital and the largest city of Lithuania, its economical centre; beautiful "Old city";Roman-Catholic churches; "European Capital of Culture" of 2009.
Fjällbacka is a small fishing town, built in 17th century, with narrow streets, nice tile-roofed houses, scenic offshore islands and the the huge stone cliff of Vetteberget
Gothenburg is the second largest city in Sweden after Stockholm, the most important historic and cultural, touristic and sports center of the country, its gastronomic capital
Historic and cultural monuments, medieval architecture, wonderful parks and gardens of Malmö, the third largest city of Sweden, attract tourists from all over the world
It is one of the world’s most beautiful cities, splendidly spread out over fourteen islands and the magnificent Stockholm Archipelago seascape
Uppsala, one of the oldest cities of Sweden, is celebrated for its magnificent gothic cathedral, first and largest in Scandinavia university, the Linnaean Garden
Visby is the old capital of Gotland and UNESCO World Heritage site. Medieval city wall, narrow cobbled streets, ancient houses with tiled roofs, abundance of greenery
Quiet provincial town of Ystad is one of the best preserved medieval towns of Skania County, therefore the main industries here are trade, handicraft and tourism
The capital of Sierra Leone - Freetown attracts tourists with numerous sights, beautiful beaches and city markets
Georgetown or “Garden City of the Caribbean” is the capital of Guyana. City’s main income is from tourism: it attracts 86% visitors of the country.
World fame to Salzburg brought Mozart - the composer, who was born here. In honor of the genius Arts Festival is held in the city annually
Vienna is a city of magnificent palaces, majestic sguares and picturesque narrow streets; city of imperial grandeur, but also of homely cosiness; the uncontested musical capital of Europe
Helsinki is the cultural and tourist center of Finland with a great deal of museums and architectural monuments
Kolari is best suited for summer holidays: walking, cycling, fishing, hiking and other fun; in winter - cross-country skiing, reindeer-sleigh safaris
Kotka is one of the oldest cities in the country (the first settlements appeared here in XI cent)- great opportunities for recreation, many first-class hotels, excellent shopping
The town of Kouvola originally grew up around the junction of the north-south and east-west rail tracks. It still prospers and benefits from its logistically good location
Sports facilities to suit all tastes are there in Lappeenranta: golf, squash, badminton, tennis, billiards. There are also a race track, numerous ski trails and water-health resort with swimming pools, saunas, whirlpool baths, waterfalls, etc
Small town of Porvoo is two centuries older than the Finnish capital. Sleepy streets, paved with stone, wooden houses, barns with berths on the river, the medieval cathedral…
Rovaniemi is located very close to the Arctic Circle, so it is possible to observe a real polar day, and polar night, and northern lights here. It is a residence of Santa Claus
Turku is the oldest city of Finland (13th cent) - a mixture of a long history and modernity. As in any medieval European city, there is a river, a cathedral, a castle, and a market square
In the Sudanese capital Khartoum there are many beautiful natural parks, interesting museums with unique collections of ancient artifacts
Kingston is the capital of Jamaica, as well as the most important trading, transport and cultural center of the country. Don’t forget to visit the house-museum of legendary Bob Marley
In Montego Bay resort there is a great choice of hotels of different categories and styles, endless beaches, good restaurants and vibrant nightlife. For diving enthusiasts there is an underwater park. Five golf fields
Port Antonio, a quiet resort town has preserved the beauty of a small fishing village, despite the fact that all the country's elite live here
Kuala-Lumpur - Malaysian capital, its financial centre; ultra-modern skyscrapers and ancient asian culture; splendid hotels; 5 big parks.
La Paz is the highest of the world capitals, which keeps a mystery of ancient Indian tribes and colonial invaders. The climate is cool due to a high position
Potosi is the old colonial city, well preserved. In old days, thanks to silver deposits, it was bigger and richer than London
Rio de Janeiro lies on the hilly shore of Guanabara, one of the most beautiful bays in the world. City of eternal joy and bright colours, buried in verdure, flooded with golden sunlight
Yangon is cultural centre of Myanmar; Shwedagon Pagoda - the world largest buddhist temple, keps reliquiae of 4 Buddhas; Buddhist stupas.
Mombasa is situated on coral island and connected with the Continent by two dams. Exceptionally interesting historical quarters and developed resort zone with marvellous nature
The capital of Panama – Panama city seems to be created for leisure: beaches, parks, museums, narrow streets of old town, colonial and modern architecture
Phnom Penh, is considered to be the most beautiful of cities built by the French in Indochina. The main sights are - the National Museum, the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda
Siem Reap - the city where one need to stay to explore the magnificent temples of Angkor Wat, which is necessary to visit while traveling through Indochina
Port Moresby (Papua New Guinea)
The commercial and official centre of the nation is in itself a microcosm of Papua New Guinea, catering for about 200,000 people, as well as 800 diverse languages and cultures.
Punta Cana (Dominican Republic)
Punta Cana is the best resort in the country. Tourist complexes of the largest hotel networks, palm groves of striking beauty, pearly-white beaches, calm azure ocean and bright blue sky
Saint Johns (Antigua and Barbuda)
Among the historic places of Saint Johns should be marked the Court House of the XVIII century, the remains of Fort James and the Anglican Cathedral of St. John
Comfortable hostels, interesting museums, ancient churches and monasteries await tourists in Ulaanbaatar - the capital and largest city of Mongolia
