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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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Lincoln Park Zoo
Chicago, United States
The Lincoln Park Zoo was founded in 1868 and is one of the oldest zoos in America. Its beginnings were humble enough, with a donation of swans from New York's Central Park. The animal collection has expanded slowly over time. The Lion House was built in 1912 and the Monkey House in 1927. Today the zoo is home to around 1,250 animals. The Kovler Lion House is a bit of a...
Beijing Aquarium
Beijing, China
This is an inland aquarium which exhibits numerous species of under water creatures. Dolphin shows take place daily and are a highlight of this aquarium. A panda house is located nearby as well. Timings: Daily 9 A.M- 4 30 P.M Admission: Y 110 [Adults]; Y 60 [children]- includes admission fee for Beijing Zoo Address: Gaoliang Qiao Xiejie 18 B Tel: 010-6217-6655 ...
Victoria Park
Hong Kong, China
Victoria Park, in Causeway Bay, originally built as a protection from Typhoons is today a popular park, with a statue of Queen Victoria at the main entrance. It now has many sports facilities and international tennis tournaments are hosted here. There are pools, fountains and children areas. Events like the Lunar New Year Fair, Annual Flower Show and Expositions are held in this park. People also ...
National Gallery of Ireland
Dublin, Ireland
The National Gallery of Ireland was founded in the 1860s after a successful exhibition at the Great Industrial Exhibition in 1853. The current building was completed in 1864. Initially the Gallery was without a collection, but thanks to an annual allowance it quickly grew. By the start of the 20th century, the museum was out of space. It has been expanded several times sinc...