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A Glimpse of Obama’s New Town

Washington DC

After the recent presidential inauguration, President Barack Obama is moving into the White House with his wife and family. Their new home in Washington DC is an attraction amid all other exciting destinations in the area.

There are a lot of things that Washington DC can offer beyond being the seat of the US Government. The great city features a wonderful landscape of greeneries, serves home to free museums, and spotlights a lot of historical landmarks.

Washnigton DC is one of the few cities in the USA that does not have skyscrapers as the highlight of their skyline. The founders of The District decreed that there should be no building constructed that will be taller than the Capitol. The dome of the Capitol remains to be the attraction that captures every tourist’s eyes.

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04 2009

Exploring the Castles of Finland

Turku Castle FinlandWhen you look for exciting places to visit in Finland, internet, tourists, and locals will point you to the magnificent castles in the southern part of the country.

The Finland castles are among the top attractions for those who love great architectures and for those who value a great piece of history.

Most of the castles in Finland were built during the rule of the Swedish over the country. They were erected to help the Swedish crown protect their settlements against the invasions of the Russians.

Today, most of the castles in Finland lay in ruins while some of these great structures have been restored to their original grandeur. These castles are worth the attention and time of any tourist since they are some of the oldest buildings in the country. Read the rest of this entry →

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12 2008