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Spice Souk
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Located next door to the Gold Souk, the Spice Souk is an aromatic delight. An amazing variety of spices is available here. It’s a must visit if you want to soak in the essence of Arabia. The narrow alleyways may seem a little daunting at first, but don’t give up – everyone here is friendly and helpful without being too pushy. If and when you buy something, remember that just about everything i...
Powerscourt Eastate
Dublin, Ireland
Powerscourt Estate is located just outside the town of Enniskerry, a suburb of Dublin about 25km from the city center. The original castle was built in the thirteenth century by the Baron La Poer (which eventually became Power, hence the name). German Richard Cassels carried out an extensive renovation between 1731 and 1741. The new facade was in the Palladian style, bookended by...
Stedelijk Museum
Amsterdam, Netherlands
The museum is organizing exhibitions, projects, workshops and other activities at various venues throughout Amsterdam. Stedelijk Goes to Town is a countdown to the grand re-opening on the Museumplein. For most of 2009, items from Stedelijk's fantastic collection will be on show in major exhibitions at other locales in Amsterdam. &...
Heritage House Museum
Doha, Qatar
This museum is located in a building dating back to the 1930s. It showcases the ethnography of Qatar. The architectural style definitely invokes nostalgia for the old Doha. The stone tower was a feature common to structures in the gulf region since they kept buildings ventilated and cool even in soaring temperatures. Even the exhibits harken back to a time now lost. Most of the pieces showca...