Tower Bridge, London, England

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The Tower Bridge is a historic fortress located on the north bank of the River Thames in London, England. The tower is located in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets located east of the city of London in a space known as Tower Hill. Its construction began in 1066. at the time of the Norman Conquest of England. William the conqueror in 1078, had built the White Tower which gave its name to the castle. As early as 1100, it was used as a prison while he served as a royal residence and grand palace. There were several phases of expansion, but it was mainly formed by several buildings surrounded by two concentric defensive walls and a moat. The Tower served as an armory, a menagerie, a treasury, welcomed the Royal Mint, the archives and the British Crown jewels. 112 people were executed there over a period of 400 years at the north of the tower. During the two world wars the tower was used as a prison again and 12 more executions took place. The tower has been repaired after World War II and was reopened to the public, being classified in the world heritage of the UNESCO. The tower, which controlled traffic on the Thames consists of three walls. It is a place of essential interest for millions of tourists who visit the city.

Tips

If you buy the ticket on Internet, you will pay a little less than if you would do on the spot. It will be good for a week from the date of purchase. You will be also asked to make a contribution for repairs of the place and its maintenance as the site receives nothing from the authorities; it is an organization, Historic Royal Palaces Enterprises Ltd, that operates only with what they get with the visit of tourists and their donations. They deal also with other historical sites.
You can also rent audio-guides in different languages.
The site has 5 shops that offer different products and there are also cafes and restaurants to enjoy a full day.
There is a legend that says that the Kingdom will be over if ever the ravens residents leave the Tower of London; you can also admire them during your visit.

Viña del Mar, Valparaiso, Chile

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Viña del Mar is a town near Valparaíso, in the region of Valparaiso in Chile. It is located 120 kilometers from Santiago by road 68. It’s a seaside town surrounded by the cities of Valparaiso, Quilpué and Concon,; also known by its International Song Festival that was born in 1962 and takes place in February each year. The most famous beach is Reñaca. The city has hotels for all budgets even as a Casino. To see: the Botanical Garden, the clock of flowers, the natural park Gomez Carreño, the Vergara dock (which is being repaired), the open-air museum, the Fonck Museum (with a genuine Moai brought from the Easter Island), the Presidential Palace, the Wulff Castle, among others.

Tips

Although Viña del Mar is a seaside city, it is worthwhile to visit at any time of the year because it is a very rich cultural city with many museums, theaters, shopping malls and other interesting places.
You can stay in the city or just arrive by subway, bus or rental car if your destination is Valparaiso. If instead you are staying in Vina del Mar, a trip to Valparaiso would worth it.

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Lindos, Rhodes, Greece

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Lindos is a charming village located 55 km from the city of Rhodes, on the east coast of the island of Rhodes. The village is very picturesque with its beautiful white houses and a very important archaeological site, the Acropolis of Lindos. You will find alleys and you can easily get lost as this was intended for its construction, to defend itself from the pirates. You will also find several shops, bars and restaurants with terraces offering excellent views. You can visit the beautiful beaches which are close to the village. The main beach is on the left at 10 minutes walk and is equipped with umbrellas, deckchairs and a bar; It is a beautiful white sand beach and crystal clear waters. There are also two other beautiful beaches but you have to cross the village; you can ask the locals and they will tell you how you can get to the Bay of St. Paul. The airport is 50 km from the village.

Tips

To get to the village you can rent a car, take a taxi but it is a bit expensive or if you have the time, take the bus which will leave you on site after about 1h30 because it will make several stops but it is good if you want to see a little more of the area. To visit the archaeological site, it is advisable to go early because it’s usually hot and sunny. Admission isn’t free. From there you will also have a wonderful view of the village, the beaches and the bay. Wear comfortable shoes that do not slip and do not forget to protect yourself with sunscreen and bring sunglasses and water.