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Vardzia – Rock City in Georgia
Vardzia – one of the most wonderful and mysterious places in Georgia. It is a rock city-monastery, carved into the slopes of a mountain range along the Mtkwari (Kura) river valley. This extraordinary place, built in the 12th-13th centuries, served as both a monastery and a defensive fortress. Rooms hidden in the rocks, churches, corridors and lots of legends and stories associated with it make Vardzia one of the most valuable monuments in Georgia. History – Vardzia – a rock city in Georgia The construction of Vardzia was started by King Giorgi III in the 12th century as a defensive fortress that was supposed to protect the country against enemy…
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Śnieżka – queen of the Karkonosze Mountains
Śnieżka (1,603 m above sea level), the highest peak of the Karkonosze Mountains and the entire Sudetes, is a place that delights not only with its views, but also with its rich history and interesting routes leading to its peak. This is a destination that attracts both mountain hikers and people looking for close contact with nature. It belongs to the Crown of Polish Mountains. Trails to Śnieżka: From Karpacz through the Wang Temple (blue trail)This route begins in picturesque Karpacz, where you can visit the famous Wang Temple – a Norwegian church from the 12th century, moved to the Karkonosze Mountains in the 19th century. Then the trail leads…
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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque – Abu Dhabi
In the heart of the United Arab Emirates, in the capital of Abu Dhabi, there is one of the most impressive works of contemporary architecture – the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. It is not only the largest mosque in the country, but also a symbol of national identity, peace and unity. Every year it attracts millions of tourists from all over the world who come here to admire its breathtaking beauty and feel the spiritual atmosphere of this place. What makes this mosque so special? History and symbolism of the Great Mosque The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque was built on the initiative of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the…
