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Barcelona's Montjuïc is a broad shallow hill with a relatively flat top overlooking the harbour, to the southeast of the city centre. The eastern side of the hill is almost a sheer cliff, giving it a commanding view over the city's harbour immediately below. The top of the hill (a height of 173 metres) was the site of several fortifications, the latest of which (the Castell de Montjuïc) remains today.
The Port of Barcelona has a 2000-year history and a great contemporary commercial importance. It is Europe's ninth largest container port, with a trade volume of 2.3 million TEU's in 2006. The port is managed by the Port Authority of Barcelona. Its 7.86 km2 (3 sq mi) are divided into three zones: Port Vell (the Old Port), the commercial port and the logistics port (Barcelona Free Port). The port is undergoing an enlargement that will double its size thanks to diverting the mouth of the Llobregat river 2 km (1¼ mi) to the south. The Port Vell (old port) area also houses the Maremagnum (a commercial mall), a multiplex cinema, the IMAX Port Vell and an aquarium. |
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Antalya körfezinde , Bey Dağlarının gölgesine demirlemiş NATO Filosu ve güzel-temiz bir havada Kemerden Yat Limanına kadar net olarak görülebilen Antalya kıyı şeridi.
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El entorno arqueológico de Leptis Magna es Patrimonio de la Humanidad y está situada en la costa mediterránea del norte de África en la región de Trípoli de Libia. Originalmente fundada por los fenicios en el 10th siglo AC, sobrevivió a los colonos de Esparta, convirtiéndose en una ciudad púnica y, finalmente, parte de la nueva provincia romana de África en torno al 23 antes de Cristo. Gracias al emperador Septimio Severo, uno de sus hijos y benefactores, la ciudad se convertiriría en la tercera ciudad más importante en África, rivalizando con Cartago y Alejandría.
La imagen muestra la plaza del mercado del antiguo Leptis Magna y fue obtenida en la expedición Shelios 2006 (más información en http://www.shelios.com/sh2006). Leptis Magna is a World Heritage site on the Mediterranean coast of North Africa in the Tripolitania region of Libya. Originally founded by the Phoenicians in the 10th Century BC, it survived the attention of Spartan colonists, became a Punic city and eventually part of the new Roman province of Africa around 23 BC. Thanks to Emperor L Septimius Severus, one of its sons and benefactors, the city become the third-most important city in Africa, rivaling Carthage and Alexandria. The view shows the ancient market place of Leptis Magna and it was taken in the Shelios 2006 expedition (more information http://www.shelios.com/sh2006). Shelios 2006 http://www.shelios.com/sh2006 autor / author: M. Serra-Ricart |
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The island was reachable by ship only from Ibiza and this made it the quietest of both islands but in recent years regular lines from the Spanish mainland have increased the amount of tourism. It is known for its many pristine beaches and the fact that nude sunbathing is allowed on most of its beaches.
North of Formentera is the small island of Espalmador (Illa de s'Empalmador). Espalmador is separated from Formentera by a shallow sandbar, and during low tide, it is possible for one to wade between the two islands. This area is a popular stopping point for those in yachts heading between Ibiza and Formentera. Formentera comprises one municipality, also called Formentera, and has a population of 7,461 (2002). Its land area is 83.24 km² (32.14 sq mi). A local dialect of Catalan is spoken in Ibiza, while the official languages are Catalan and Spanish. Italian and German can be heard extensively in the summer. |
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El entorno arqueológico de Leptis Magna es Patrimonio de la Humanidad y está situada en la costa mediterránea del norte de África en la región de Trípoli de Libia. Originalmente fundada por los fenicios en el 10th siglo AC, sobrevivió a los colonos de Esparta, convirtiéndose en una ciudad púnica y, finalmente, parte de la nueva provincia romana de África en torno al 23 antes de Cristo. Gracias al emperador Septimio Severo, uno de sus hijos y benefactores, la ciudad se convertiriría en la tercera ciudad más importante en África, rivalizando con Cartago y Alejandría.
La imagen muestra los restos de la Basílica Romana del antiguo Leptis Magna y fue obtenida en la expedición Shelios 2006 (más información en http://www.shelios.com/sh2006). Leptis Magna is a World Heritage site on the Mediterranean coast of North Africa in the Tripolitania region of Libya. Originally founded by the Phoenicians in the 10th Century BC, it survived the attention of Spartan colonists, became a Punic city and eventually part of the new Roman province of Africa around 23 BC. Thanks to Emperor L Septimius Severus, one of its sons and benefactors, the city become the third-most important city in Africa, rivaling Carthage and Alexandria. The view shows the remains of the Roman Basilica at Leptis Magna and it was taken in the Shelios 2006 expedition (more information http://www.shelios.com/sh2006). Shelios 2006 http://www.shelios.com/sh2006 autor / author: M. Serra-Ricart |
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Nestled into the cliffs overlooking the Ionian Sea, Hotel Liro in Vlore, Albania is a rare experience. Offering balconies almost straight above the clear, cool, transparent Mediterranean waters. the hotel offers free use of kayaks, canoes, a pool, scuba, and various water sporting equipment. The restaurant and espresso bar are pricey by Albanian standards, which means, for $15 a person, you can eat an excellent meal with two appetizers, a main course, and beer or wine. The private beach below is made up of smooth rocks, but I suggest aqua socks or sandals. What I love about the Ionian Sea is that just a few steps out from the shore and you are above your heads (a haven for cliff-divers). You can literally dive into the ocean from the shore.
Three years ago we stayed in Vlore at a hotel above the cliffs where Liro sites -- we didn't see even the hotel until after we had checked in at the other hotel. We vowed to stay at Liro on our next trip and this time we spent three days and nights and we loved every minute of it. The city of Vlora, known also as Vlonë, or Valona is located in the southwest of Albania, with a population of 61,300 inhabitants. It is in front of Karaburuni peninsula and Sazani Island, close to various sandy and rocky beaches and the scenic mountains. Vlora is Albania's second largest port, having regular ferry boat connections with Italian ports of Bari and Brindisi. The city is rapidly expanding with massive hotel developments. The downtown coastal region is literally starting to look like Miami -- I kid you not. Vlore and Hotel Liro is a must visit if you find yourself visiting Albania. For more information on our trip, see http://www.michaelhussey.com/albania |
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Milta Bodrum Marina is the main base of PUPA YACHTING, the first oneway charter company in Turkey with bases in Bodrum, Marmaris and Göcek
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Hotel Liro hotel is situated in the side of Kalaja hill, about 10 minutes south of the city center of Vlore. From the terrace of the hotel you can enjoy a beautiful view of the Ionian sea. This gigapan was taken around 1030am from the balcony of our hotel room. My only regret is that I ran out of space on the camera memory stick and missed a few rows on the right side of the image.
For more information on our trip, see http://www.michaelhussey.com/albania |
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Nestled into the cliffs overlooking the Ionian Sea, Hotel Liro in Vlore, Albania is a rare experience. Offering balconies almost straight above the clear, cool, transparent Mediterranean waters. the hotel offers free use of kayaks, canoes, a pool, scuba, and various water sporting equipment. The restaurant and espresso bar are pricey by Albanian standards, which means, for $15 a person, you can eat an excellent meal with two appetizers, a main course, and beer or wine. The private beach below is made up of smooth rocks, but I suggest aqua socks or sandals. What I love about the Ionian Sea is that just a few steps out from the shore and you are above your heads (a haven for cliff-divers). You can literally dive into the ocean from the shore.
Three years ago we stayed in Vlore at a hotel above the cliffs where Liro sites -- we didn't see even the hotel until after we had checked in at the other hotel. We vowed to stay at Liro on our next trip and this time we spent three days and nights and we loved every minute of it. Vlora beach in southwestern AlbaniaThe city of Vlora, known also as Vlonë, or Valona is located in the southwest of Albania, with a population of 61,300 inhabitants. It is in front of Karaburuni peninsula and Sazani Island, close to various sandy and rocky beaches and the scenic mountains. Vlora is Albania's second largest port, having regular ferry boat connections with Italian ports of Bari and Brindisi. The city is rapidly expanding with massive hotel developments. The downtown coastal region is literally starting to look like Miami -- I kid you not. Vlore and Hotel Liro is a must visit if you find yourself visiting Albania. For more information on our trip, see http://www.michaelhussey.com/albania |
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Nestled into the cliffs overlooking the Ionian Sea, Hotel Liro in Vlore, Albania is a rare experience. Offering balconies almost straight above the clear, cool, transparent Mediterranean waters. the hotel offers free use of kayaks, canoes, a pool, scuba, and various water sporting equipment. The restaurant and espresso bar are pricey by Albanian standards, which means, for $15 a person, you can eat an excellent meal with two appetizers, a main course, and beer or wine. The private beach below is made up of smooth rocks, but I suggest aqua socks or sandals. What I love about the Ionian Sea is that just a few steps out from the shore and you are above your heads (a haven for cliff-divers). You can literally dive into the ocean from the shore.
Three years ago we stayed in Vlore at a hotel above the cliffs where Liro sites -- we didn't see even the hotel until after we had checked in at the other hotel. We vowed to stay at Liro on our next trip and this time we spent three days and nights and we loved every minute of it. Vlora beach in southwestern AlbaniaThe city of Vlora, known also as Vlonë, or Valona is located in the southwest of Albania, with a population of 61,300 inhabitants. It is in front of Karaburuni peninsula and Sazani Island, close to various sandy and rocky beaches and the scenic mountains. Vlora is Albania's second largest port, having regular ferry boat connections with Italian ports of Bari and Brindisi. The city is rapidly expanding with massive hotel developments. The downtown coastal region is literally starting to look like Miami -- I kid you not. Vlore and Hotel Liro is a must visit if you find yourself visiting Albania. For more information on our trip, see http://www.michaelhussey.com/albania |