Marrakesh Things To Do |  | Saadian Tombs by sue_stone
A highly recommended place to visit in Marrakech are the Saadian tombs, located just near the Kasbah Mosque in the Kasbah district. The tombs date back to the time of the Sultan Ahmad I al-Mansur, who died in 1603. Amazingly, the tombs were only re-discovered in 1917, and have since been restored. The complex is home to tombs of about 60 members of the Saadi Dynasty. Most of the tombs have been arranged in two separate mausoleums which... [read more] | Modena Things To Do |  | Palazzo dei Musei by sue_stone
The Palazzo dei Musei is a large complex which is home to Modena's main galleries and museums. The most important attraction here is the Galleria Estense, located on the top floor of the building. Here you can see the impressive art collection of the Este family, which consists of paintings and sculptures dating back to the early Renaissance. Located on the ground floor is the Biblioteca Estense, where you can see one of the country's most... [read more] | Siena Things To Do |  | Palazzo Pubblico and Museo Civico by sue_stone
Located on the lower side of Piazza del Campo is the Palazzo Pubblico (aka Palazzo Comunale or Town Hall). This monumental gothic building was constructed in the late 13th century, as the seat of the Sienese government. These days it is still home to the cities authorities, and also contains the Museo Civico. The museum consists of a very impressive and colourful series of frescoes depicting medieval life. The painting are spread through a... [read more] |
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