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Palazzo Ducale, The Doge’s Palace of Venice, Italy

Walking across Saint Mark’s square, the Doge’s Palace sits royally upon the shores of the Grand Canal.  The Gothic architecture, ornate artwork, and inner political workings offer visitors a glimpse of the non-religious part of life for historic Venetians.

Palazzo Ducale, The Doge’s Palace of Venice, Italy
Looking from the top of the grand staircase at Neptune and the architecture beyond in the courtyard.

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Nýibær, a Visit to an Icelandic Turf House

Within the small town of Hólar in northern Iceland, Nýibær provides visitors with a glimpse of the past.  Public access to this historic turf house allows one to see what rural Icelandic life was like in the past and it really is cool to see!

Nýibær, a Visit to an Icelandic Turf House
The turf almost completely encapsulates the back of the house.
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Auðunnarstofa or Auðun’s House, the Hólar Bishop’s Office

If you’re traveling through the small town of Hólar in northern Iceland, you should stop by the the Auðunnarstofa or Auðun’s House.  This is a replica of an ancient Icelandic house serves today as the Hólar Bishop’s Office.

Auðunnarstofa or Auðun’s House, the Hólar Bishop’s Office
Even the front door is beautiful to look upon.
Auðunnarstofa or Auðun’s House, the Hólar Bishop’s Office
One end of the house.
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Church of Our Savior on Spilled Blood in Saint Petersburg, Russia

Nothing can quite prepare you for the Church of Our Savior on Spilled Blood.  Located in Saint Petersburg, Russia, this church looks like it came straight out of a fairy tale.  Topped with brightly colored domes that are lit up at night, this magnificent architectural beauty exceeds expectations.