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 Arc de Triomphe

Country: France
City: Paris
Arc de Triomphe In the middle of the Place Charles de Gaulle, at the border of the 8th, 16th and 17th arrondissement stands one of the greatest arches in history: the Arc de Triomphe (arch of triumph).Napoléon's Triumphal ArchThe arch was commissioned by Napoleon in 1806 to commemorate his victories, but he was ousted before the arch was completed. In fact, it wasn't completed until 1836 during the reign of Louis ...

 Gurk Cathedral & Shrine of St. Hemma

Country: Austria
City: Klagenfurt
Gurk Cathedral & Shrine of St. Hemma In the green valleys of southern Austria, near Klagenfurt, is the pilgrimage town of Gurk. Here, a beautiful 12th-century cathedral is packed with the finest examples of religious art and shelters the shrine of Hemma, a beloved Austrian saint. The Shrine of St. Hemma in Gurk has been a popular pilgrimage destination since the 11th century. Devotion to the sacred site remains strong, especially a ...

 Geghard Monastery

Country: Armenia
City: Klagenfurt
Geghard Monastery Geghard is another incredible ancient Armenian monastery, partly carved out of a mountain. Though the monastery has been around since before the 4th century, the main cathedral was built in 1215. The monastery is located literally at the end of the road. From here you walk up a path which has a few vendors of souvenirs and snacks. (try the sweet "sujukh", sweet lavash and gata if you have never ta ...

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