Cities / Towns

A collection of 39 places curated by Cyrus Nicholls

City / town

Places in this collection

  1. Kanazawa Castle Park

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    1-1 Marunouchi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0937, Japan

    A castle park.

    Kanazawa Castle ParkView on Google Maps

  2. Keq Marku Tattoo Art Studio

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    E762, Albania

    An old border bunker that has operated as a tattoo studio since 2000. You can get tattooed inside the bunker. Tip: located about 30 minutes outside Shkodër, plan as a detour.

    Keq Marku Tattoo Art StudioView on Google Maps

  3. Palais Idéal

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    8 Rue du Palais, 26390 Hauterives, France

    A fairytale palace built by a postman, Ferdinand Cheval, over 33 years by hand using stones collected on his mail route. Features temples, giants, animals, poems, and messages carved into the walls. His tomb in the village cemetery is also a monument.

    Palais IdéalView on Google Maps

  4. Spinalonga

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    Spinalonga, Greece

    An abandoned leper colony until 1957, where inhabitants built a complete town. Features Dante's Gate and a rebuilt main street. Take a 10-minute boat ride from Plaka.

    SpinalongaView on Google Maps

  5. Delos

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    Delos 846 00, Greece

    Sacred island, mythical birthplace of Apollo and Artemis, where it was illegal to be born or die for centuries. Explore ancient ruins, marble floors, mosaics, and the row of marble lions. No one lives there, and overnight stays are forbidden. It's a 30-minute boat ride from Mykonos.

    DelosView on Google Maps

  6. Reschensee

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    39027 Graun im Vinschgau, Autonomous Province of Bolzano – South Tyrol

    A lake in Italy hiding an entire village submerged since the 1950s due to a hydroelectric dam project. The 14th-century bell tower of the original village remains standing. Visitors can paddleboard or kayak to the tower in summer, or walk on the frozen lake in winter.

    ReschenseeView on Google Maps

  7. Isola della Gaiola

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    Italy

    A tiny Italian island with an abandoned villa, surrounded by clear waters. Locals believe it's cursed due to the unfortunate fates of its previous owners, but it's also a beautiful snorkeling and kayaking spot within a protected marine park with submerged Roman ruins.

    Isola della GaiolaView on Google Maps

  8. Vrsar

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    Vrsar, Croatia

    Coastal town mentioned in the list of European cities.

    VrsarView on Google Maps

  9. Craco

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    75010 Craco, Province of Matera, Italy

    A medieval ghost town perched on a 400-meter cliff in southern Italy, inhabited for almost 1500 years. It was evacuated in 1963 due to destabilized ground from infrastructure work, followed by a flood and earthquake. It has been used as a filming location for movies like 'Passion of the Christ' and 'Quantum of Solace'.

    CracoView on Google Maps

  10. L'Aldosa

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    Canillo, Andorra

    Village mentioned in the context of Andorra's scenic routes.

    L'AldosaView on Google Maps

  11. Porvoo Old Town

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    06100 Porvoo, Finland

    A charming riverside town known for its colorful wooden houses, cobblestone streets, and one of Finland’s best-preserved old towns. A timeless destination where Nordic history and charm come together.

    Porvoo Old TownView on Google Maps

  12. Barichara

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    Barichara, Santander, Colombia

    Beautifully preserved colonial town known for its whitewashed houses, cobblestone streets, and timeless charm. Surrounded by rolling hills, it’s one of Colombia’s most picturesque destinations.

    BaricharaView on Google Maps

  13. Matera

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    75100 Matera, Province of Matera, Italy

    An ancient city carved into stone, famous for its cave dwellings, timeless architecture, and one of the oldest continuously inhabited settlements in the world. A place where history comes alive.

    MateraView on Google Maps

  14. Hrodna

    Hrodna, Hrodna Region, Belarus

    Historic city with Gothic, Baroque, and Orthodox architecture, charming old town, and riverside setting. Considered one of Belarus’s most beautiful hidden gems.

    HrodnaView on Google Maps

  15. Kotor

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    Kotor, Montenegro

    A stunning medieval town nestled between towering mountains and the Bay of Kotor, known for its ancient stone streets, fortified walls, and breathtaking coastal scenery. A place where history and nature exist in perfect harmony.

    KotorView on Google Maps

  16. Waerebo Village

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    Satar Lenda, Satar Mese Barat, Manggarai Regency, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia

    A village above the clouds, hidden at 1,200m in the jungle of Flores, with seven ancient cone-shaped houses, limited electricity, and a breathtaking starry sky. Accessible only on foot.

    Waerebo VillageView on Google Maps

  17. Puente Nuevo de Ronda viewpoint

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    C. Tenorio, 20, 29400 Ronda, Málaga, Spain

    Iconic bridge offering stunning views over the El Tajo gorge.

    Puente Nuevo de Ronda viewpointView on Google Maps

  18. Stryn Municipality

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    Norway

    Norwegian town surrounded by glaciers, waterfalls, and fjords.

    Stryn MunicipalityView on Google Maps

  19. Ribe

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    Ribe, Denmark

    Denmark’s oldest town, known for its cobblestone streets, half-timbered houses, and remarkably preserved medieval charm. A timeless destination where Viking heritage and history come to life.

    RibeView on Google Maps

  20. Barentsburg

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    9178, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

    Another still-inhabited Russian settlement on Svalbard, often combined with a trip to Pyramiden for a 2-day experience.

    BarentsburgView on Google Maps