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March 2016

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The Church of God-Zillah, United States

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Not the usual prayer. In Zillah, a village of about 3000 inhabitants in Washington State, there are those who do kilometers for the pseudo-ecclesiastical hottest attraction in the area: The God-Zilla Church, or Church of Godzilla, dedicated to the famous Japanese film Kaiju, starring in numerous films and comics.

godzilla church

It all started with a play on words, a cute – but not at all-misunderstanding that made this town a very popular tourist destination. Why? Because here, well hidden by the buildings, behind the church in the city, there is a monument of steel with the appearance of the Japanese monster. Read More »The Church of God-Zillah, United States

Open Hand Monument

Chandigarh, the ideal city of Le Corbusier in India

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French President Francois Hollande began his visit to India from the North, from the city of Chandigarh, designed over 60 years ago by the Franco-Swiss architect Le Corbusier. An oasis of peace and discipline in a country where usually dominate chaos and confusion.

Open Hand Monument

The project he was given in ’47 by Indian Prime Minister Nehru after independence; Le Corbusier was to build a symbol of hope, the idea of modern India, the ideal city. His urban plan included many green areas between the buildings; it was he who built most of the public buildings, such as the Palace of Assembly.Read More »Chandigarh, the ideal city of Le Corbusier in India

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Where to stay in Amsterdam: Hotel Arcade, for gamers

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For lovers of vices, Amsterdam confirms more and more like a wonderland. In addition to the coffee shop, now open a hotel for all fans of video games.

Hotel Arcade

It’s called Arcade Hotel and has the distinction of being a structure for gamers. Why? In the rooms you will find the classic TV, but a console with a lot of video games, most portable game in the lobby and comic books to browse if you are tired of playing.Read More »Where to stay in Amsterdam: Hotel Arcade, for gamers

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What to see in Ponza: Lazio island

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To enjoy the sea and relaxation that you live on an island should not necessarily make ocean crossings. You only need a ferry – or a hydrofoil if you hurry to get there – and in a couple of hours you will dock in Ponza, one of the most beautiful islands of the Lazio.

lazio island

Ponza is one of the islands belonging to the archipelago of the Pontine islands, of which also belong Palmarola, Gavi and Zannone. A town of about 3,000 inhabitants, but in summer doubles its population due to the high number of tourists who dock their boats to spend a few days here and get two dives in the clear waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea.Read More »What to see in Ponza: Lazio island

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The Best Locations To Consider For A Romantic Getaway

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A romantic getaway can be the stuff of dreams. Some couples don’t get to do this kind of thing very often so when the opportunity arises you must grab it with both hands. A romantic escape can be just what a couple needs to reignite their passion for one another. Rekindle the romance and connect with one another once more. Too many times a couple can get stuck in their daily routines which can end up cause relationship problems in the future. So if you have a chance for a romantic escape then consider some of these locations.

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France
France, the country of love. Especially as it is home to the city of Paris. The perfect location for a romantic getaway. But France doesn’t just have Paris to offer; there is also the French Riviera and Nice to consider. You could gorge on the wonderful French cuisine. Sip some of the finest wines on offer. Or indulge in some of the biggest and best fashion couture shops the world has to offer. Yes, France is worth a visit.Read More »The Best Locations To Consider For A Romantic Getaway

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Japan: Ine, the Venice of the Rising Sun

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Japan is a wonderful country. The best thing is to discover, very close to the big cities, small towns whose beauty has remained untouched. And the case of Ine, called “The Venice of Japan”, a few kilometers from Kyoto. A fascinating and unexplored destination, a place that the true lovers of the rising sun cannot miss on their map.

japan ine

Ine is a quiet fishing town located in Kyoto Prefecture in the Kansai region; it consists of a group of 230 Funaya, houses on stilts. It is precisely these features wooden houses, built on the shores of the sea, to make this a truly magical place. The houses were built in this way to maximize space and also the thin strip of land that lies between the sea and mountains. This architecture is typical and is not dangerous, because the bay is quiet.Read More »Japan: Ine, the Venice of the Rising Sun

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The Green Rooms, in London opened a hotel for artists

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A hotel exclusively open to musicians, artists and creative people: will be called The Green Rooms, and open on 1st April 2016. No, it’s not an April Fool’s joke, but a new, exclusive hotel for rock stars only.

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The hotel will open in London, in the north of the city, specifically in Wood Green district: where there was once the headquarters of the North Metropolitan Power and Electricity Company will be built a hotel with all the amenities for the musicians. In addition to the rooms – 20 bedrooms – there will indeed be a dormitory and one for rehearsal space. Read More »The Green Rooms, in London opened a hotel for artists

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Travel in economy, business or first class

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On the same flight, each user receives certain services depending on the class they travel. So we can find from narrow seats, less than a playhouse hall, and also without eating, to luxury cars leading to the airport, preferential treatment before, during and after the flight, massages, seats that become bed and private televisions in which choose between dozens of channels and movies.

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The duration of the trip is a fundamental aspect when choosing one kind or another. Many passengers prefer to pay a higher price – which can multiply up to ten ordinary – to change get more rested and in a better position to your destination. What services are offered in each class to justify the ticket price differences? See more details:

Traditionally, airlines classes have been divided into three: tourist or economy, business and first or preferred – although each airline can call them in a different way. The first class offers more services, and can cost up to ten times more than economy class seats by the same route. Business class, intermediate between the first and the economy class, also offers certain privileges to its travelers face the economic class and more space in the seats, free catering, priority boarding and disembarking or access to lounges. The price of your ticket may be double-and even more, depending on the air company.Read More »Travel in economy, business or first class