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The Cotswolds: History Of Chipping Norton

Chipping Norton is another classic market town in the east of the Cotswolds. Another settlement regarded as a gateway to the AONB, it is often renowned for the Bliss Tweed Mill. The town centre is unusually steep, with one row of houses much higher than the opposite side. This is well worth a visit as a classic English town.

Walks: ‘Puerto Banús – Marbella, Spain’ (Video)

Puerto José Banús, more commonly known simply as Puerto Banús, is a marina located in the area of Nueva Andalucía, to the southwest of Marbella, Spain on the Costa del Sol. It was built in May 1970 by José Banús, a local property developer, as a luxury marina and shopping complex. 

Walks: The Great Wall Of China – Badaling Section, Beijing (4K HDR Video)

The Great Wall of China is a series of fortifications that were built across the historical northern borders of ancient Chinese states and Imperial China as protection against various nomadic groups from the Eurasian Steppe. 

The Great Wall was continuously built from the 3rd century BC to the 17th century AD on the northern border of the country as the great military defense project of successive Chinese Empires, with a total length of more than 20,000 kilometers.

The Great Wall begins in the east at Shanhaiguan in Hebei province and ends at Jiayuguan in Gansu province to the west. Its main body consists of walls, horse tracks, watch towers, and shelters on the wall, and includes fortresses and passes along the Wall. The Great Wall reflects collision and exchanges between agricultural civilizations and nomadic civilizations in ancient China.

It provides significant physical evidence of the far-sighted political strategic thinking and mighty military and national defense forces of central empires in ancient China, and is an outstanding example of the superb military architecture, technology and art of ancient China. It embodies unparalleled significance as the national symbol for safeguarding the security of the country and its people.

Top Paris Walks: ‘SoMa – South Marais’ (4K Video)

The fashionable Marais district in the 4th arrondissement, also known as SoMa (South Marais), is filled with hip boutiques, galleries, and gay bars. Once the city’s Jewish quarter, the area still hosts numerous kosher restaurants. The grassy Place des Vosges is home to elegant arcades and the Musée Victor Hugo, where the writer lived. Streets around Saint-Paul metro lead to the Maison Européenne de la Photographie.

Tropical Views: ‘Wailea Golf Estate – Maui’ (Video)

Panoramic and sweeping outer island ocean and sunset views are yours to enjoy from this meticulously maintained luxury residence with 4 bedroom en-suites & 4 ½ bathrooms in the Wailea Golf Estates gated community all serviced by 19 KW PV solar system.

Features include an owner’s single-level living area, separate “guest” casita, SAVANT technologically advanced web-based home control system, Lutron lighting, expansive Great Room which includes HD rear projection Home Theater with automatic blackout shades, dining area, private office also with ocean views, elegant and spacious master bedroom suite also with ocean views, his/her walk-in closets, large inside shower with soothing custom tub & outside shower, professional gourmet kitchen with 6-burner Wolf gas cook top, custom cabinets, granite counter-tops, triple sinks, 2-double dishwashers, double ovens, wine refrigerator, separate butler’s prep area & dumb-waiter.

Amenities also include 9′-11′ 6” wood inset ceilings, 9′ sliding glass disappearing pocket doors with automatic sun shades. The tropical pool and spa on the spacious lanai offer a seamless flow to best enjoy the luxurious Maui lifestyle. The lanai features extensive bar, ice maker, refrigerator and BBQ all on the same owner’s single-level living area. It is a joy to entertain in this home with the Lutron mood lighting!! One may proceed down the extra wide custom staircase to the fabulous climate controlled wine room then on to the two inviting guest en-suites with their very private lanais. Wailea Golf membership available. Spacious two car garage with extensive storage.

City Walks In Germany: ‘Mönchengladbach’

Mönchengladbach is a city in west Germany near Düsseldorf and the Netherlands border. Its Schloss Rheydt is a centuries-old castle with a museum displaying Renaissance art. In the center, the Abteiberg Museum houses contemporary artworks and features a sculpture garden. North, Bunter Garten is a park with rhododendron and azalea bushes. To the south, Odenkirchen Zoo is home to European bison and ocelots. 

Aerial Views: ‘The Cities & Landscapes Of Italy’ (4K)

Italy, a European country with a long Mediterranean coastline, has left a powerful mark on Western culture and cuisine. Its capital, Rome, is home to the Vatican as well as landmark art and ancient ruins. Other major cities include Florence, with Renaissance masterpieces such as Michelangelo’s “David” and Brunelleschi’s Duomo; Venice, the city of canals; and Milan, Italy’s fashion capital.

European Walks: ‘Bonn – Western Germany’ (Video)

Bonn is a city in western Germany straddling the Rhine river. It’s known for the central Beethoven House, a memorial and museum honoring the composer’s birthplace. Nearby are Bonn Minster, a church with a Romanesque cloister and Gothic elements, the pink-and-gold Altes Rathaus, or old city hall, and Poppelsdorf Palace housing a mineralogical museum. To the south is Haus der Geschichte with post-WWII history exhibits.