Pyramiden , a town located on a fjord on Norway’s Spitzberg island, is now a ghost town. It was a former Soviet owned coalmine that boomed in the 70’s and 80’s having some 1200 Russian residents before being abandoned in the 90’s . Although Norwegian owned, it let other people live and work there. The town now has has visitors coming to experience what the Soviet -Era was like because it seems frozen in a different era.
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Rethymno is a rare combination of history and modern-day luxury, with its multicultural old town, tropical beaches and exquisite Cretan cuisine.
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From two viewpoints above the picturesque town, Paul Heymont enjoys the scene
DrFumblefinger shares some early morning photos taken of an olive vendor in Marrakech’s Souk.
This ceremony re-enacts the custom of the royal court during the Joseon dynasty to ensure the security of the king and his court.
George G shares fond memories of visits to Europe’s many Christmas markets
Travel Rob visits one of nicest lighthouses in the country
Travel Rob visits a small history museum that gives a nice overview of Amelia Island
Travel Rob shares a visit to a beautiful botanical garden.
