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Creek Street in Ketchikan
Ketchikan is the southernmost town in Alaska. Also known as the ‘Salmon Capital of the World’, Ketchikan is a popular destination for fishing enthusiasts and tourists visiting the nearby Misty Fjords National Monument. One of the prime attractions in the town is Creek Street. The gorgeous emerald-green Ketchikan Creek flows through this historic neighbourhood that’s packed with colourful wooden houses on stilts.
Read the accompanying post: “Cruising Alaska’s Inside Passage“.
Inside the Salta Cathedral
The Cathedral in Salta, Argentina, has a lavish interior with arches, towering columns and stunning frescoes. While you’re there, check out the 3D-like floor. This style, called trompe l’oeil (French for ‘deceive the eye’), was used in many churches, monasteries and official buildings throughout Europe – a magnificent example can be found in the Charterhouse of Calci in Tuscany. The Cathedral in Salta has the exact same cube floor pattern as the monastery in Calci!
Read the accompanying post: “Some Lazy Days in Salta“.
The Laboral Cultural Centre in Gijón
The Laboral Cultural Centre in Gijón is an elaborate complex located in the outskirts of Gijón, Asturias, the Laboral City of Culture boasts an immense square flanked by grand buildings with stunning façades. If you’re visiting the principality of Asturias in northern Spain, the Laboral Cultural Centre is definitely worth a visit.
Read the accompanying post: “Ten Things To Do in Asturias“.
The ornate Basilica di Santa Margherita
The Basilica di Santa Margherita is a stunning jewel in the lovely seaside town of Santa Margherita on the Italian Riviera. Walk inside the basilica and be prepared to gape at the frescoes, stained glass windows and extravagant chandeliers.
Read the accompanying post: “Exploring The Italian Riviera“.
Aerial view of Kuala Lumpur International Airport
The Kuala Lumpur International Airport (or KLIA) is the main gateway to Malaysia. Located about 50km from Kuala Lumpur, it’s an architectural masterpiece featuring traditional Malay design. It currently has two terminals, a separate low-cost terminal, two runways (a third is in the works) and handles more than 30 million passengers a year.
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