Liverpool..also known as the New York of Europe is famous due for the Beatles and Liverpool Football Club ...a top football club in the UK and Europe. Liverpool is also famed as a port and for its pioneer industries. A few areas in the city are World Heritage Sites like the Pier Head areas, Albert Dock, William Brown Street and the Liverpool Maritime Mercantile City Centre.
Tuesday 27 November 2012
Monday 26 November 2012
Sunday 25 November 2012
Saturday 24 November 2012
Calais, France to Dover, UK by ferry; Stonehenge and Weston-super-Mare
Leaving Europe by ferry at Calais, France to Dover, England.
As we enter the ferry terminal in Calais, we went through France immigration, followed by the British immigration office. On the British side, there were some forms to be filled up and after a couple of routine questions, we were stamped in. We then proceeded to buy our ferry ticket. Next ferry departs at 1.30pm. UK customs checking was done on landing at Dover.
Boarding the ferry.. Bye, Europe... Hello, UK!
Tuesday 20 November 2012
Paris - Arc De Triomphe
Located at the centre of Place Charles De Gaulle, Arc De Triomphe is a massive triumphal arch in Paris and one of the world’s best-known commemorative monuments.
The Arch was built in 1806 by Napoleon, after his great victory at the battle of Austerliz to celebrate the military achievements of the French armies. The Arch is 164 feet (50 metres) tall and 148 feet (45 metres) wide.
Paris - Notre Dame
Built between the 12th and 14th centuries, Notre-Dame de Paris also known as The Lady of Paris. It has centuries of French history built into its stone especially at the time of the French Revolution..... The Gothic Cathedral reflects the prominent role of Paris as an economic and spiritual center in the 12th century. Sadly on April 15, 2019, a fire broke out at the cathedral, enveloping the iconic spire and much of the roof.
Monday 19 November 2012
Thursday 15 November 2012
Wednesday 14 November 2012
Strasbourg, France (14 Nov 2012)
"Strasbourg has been known throughout history as a city at the crossroads. Over thousands of years, you straddled many kingdoms and many cultures. Two rivers are joined here. Two religions have flourished in your churches. Three languages comprise an ancient oath that bears the city's name."
~ President Obama~
Located in the northeast of France, the Capital of the Alsace Region have been subject of a long tug of war between Germany and France.
~ President Obama~
Located in the northeast of France, the Capital of the Alsace Region have been subject of a long tug of war between Germany and France.
Notre Dame Cathedral in Strasbourg, France
Tuesday 13 November 2012
Monday 12 November 2012
Friday 9 November 2012
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