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Perth: Pride of Western Australia

Perth Pride of Western AustraliaProud Perth, Australia's Indian Ocean Paradise awaits you.

“Perth: Pride of Western Australia,” is fifth in a series of Web pages dedicated to Australian Capital Cities, from smallest to largest, in inhabitants.

Perth: Australia's Indian Ocean Paradise

Perth, Australia's most Westerly Capital City is Australia's only major Indian Ocean port.  …

Adelaide: South Australia’s Siren

Adelaide: South Australia's Siren

Adelaide calls you from across the seas with wonderful wine and adventures.

Adelaide: South Australia's Siren, is fourth in a series about Australian Capital Cities, from smallest to largest in population.

Australia's Free City

Adelaide was founded in 1836 to counter the transportation of convicts. Adelaide is regarded as the …

Hobart: Tasmania’s Jewel

Hobart: Tasmania's Jewel

Visit beautiful Hobart, Tasmania's capital gem.

Hobart – Tasmania's Capital is a true diamond. “Tasmania's Jewel – Hobart,” is second in this series of eight articles on Australian Capitals – from the smallest to the largest in population.

Hobart – Past and Future

A sparkling diamond of a city, Hobart …

Port Huron Blue Water Area Michigan

Port Huron Blue Water Area Michigan

Find out about Port Huron and the Blue Water area.

Explore the boyhood home of Thomas Edison, and enjoy the beaches and other activities the site offers.

Port Huron is a city in the state of Michigan. It has an area of 8 square miles and was settled by Europeans …

Paris , The City of Lights

Paris The City of Lights

A closer look at Paris.

History

The earliest known occupation of what is now Paris was around 4200 B.C. by the Celtic Simons. The Celtics flourished until they were conquered by roman forces in 52 B.C. When the Romans took over they named the city Lutetina. While under roman rule …

Georgia Aquarium Atlanta : is the world’s largest aquarium

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The Georgia Aquarium, located in Atlanta, is the world’s largest aquarium, holding over 8 million gallons.

On a hot summer day, in downtown Atlanta, I headed over to the Georgia Aquarium to see just how big the world’s aquarium really was.

The Georgia Aquarium

The Georgia Aquarium, located in Atlanta, …

A Tour of Illinois – Lincoln’s New Salem Historic Site

Lincoln’s New Salem Historic Site

One of Illinois’ more interesting and historical travel destinations is Lincoln’s New Salem Historic Site that offers visitors a chance to stroll through history and get a glimpse of life in 1830’s frontier America as well as the life of Abraham Lincoln where he spent his formative years.

Located approximately …

The Great American Monuments

The Great American Monuments

Explore the amazing great American Monuments such as Liberty Bell,Statue of Liberty, The Shrine of Democracy and The Washington Monument.


LIBERTY BELL

Location:Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Number of Visitors: About 1.5 million per year

Material: 70% Copper, 25% Tin, 5% other metals

Height over the Crown: 2 feet, 3 inches

Weight

Niagara Falls: A Shared Heritage

Niagara Falls: A Shared Heritage

The United States and Canada are good neighbors that share many aspects of life and commerce, but only one national treasure, Niagara Falls.

Niagara Falls is the second largest waterfall on the planet, and it is a true sensory delight with visual impact, exciting sounds, and the sweet smell and …

Top Three Travel Tips When Visiting Sweden

Top Three Travel Tips When Visiting Sweden

Summer is getting near and while many travellers go to southern Europe and the Riviera in hope of warm and sunny weather, many people have discovered the vast beauty of Scandinavia. In particular, Sweden has become somewhat of a favourite for Americans visiting Europe.

This is of course not a …