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Taxis in London voted best in the world

The taxis in the British Capital of London came first for the third year in a row as the best in the world, according to an annual survey conducted by the Hotels.com.

Despite being the most expensive globally, travelers and other respondents described the drivers as nice and friendly and well-versed in the city's sights and sounds. 

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Shakir Ali Museum

Shakir Ali Museum

Lahore, Pakistan

This museum was established in the memory of Shakir Ali, an art professor who taught at the prestigious National College of Art. Apart from his personal belongings which are on display, his paintings and drawings are also showcased in a gallery. In addition to his work, the art of other contemporary artists are also on display. A research library containing a wide collection of art books is locate...

Wenceslas Square

Wenceslas Square

Prague, Czech Republic

It’s easy to be put off by this square with its drunken stag parties, drug dealers, pickpockets and brash advertising on old buildings. However still take a look as this place is the central area of Czech history, a gathering place for demonstrators and proud Czechs; also check out Wenceslas Statue at the southern end and the Memorial to the Victims of Communism is nearby. Address: Vaclavske name...

Çiragan Palace

Çiragan Palace

Istanbul, Turkey

Çiragan Palace's name is derived from the Persian word for torch (cherag).  It is so named because of the torches used to light the lavish parties thrown by the Ottomans in the late nineteenth century.  The palace was built by Sultan Abdulaziz between 1863 and 1867, though the decorating was not completed until 1872.  It marked the end of the contemporary Ottoman tradition of each s...

Tower of London

Tower of London

London, United Kingdom

For William the Conqueror, defeating the Anglo-Saxons and invading England was the easy part.  The true challenge lied in consolidating his power and stabilizing the country.  To that end, he built a series of fortifications.  The grandest of them was London’s White Tower.  Construction began in the 1070s and was completed in 1100.  It was the most spectacular building in ...