One of the unique destinations in Singapore is Dempsey Hill. If you have not known about it, simply look up local tours once you are in the city. I enjoyed discovering the history of the place as I took up a walking trail here.

History of Dempsey Hill

This area has a rich history. I learned in my walking trails tour that it was a nutmeg plantation site in the 1850s. It is a hilly region; the principal hill here is Mount Harriet. It had been a military camp known as Tanglin Barracks. Since then the area has undergone several transformations. It is maintained as a heritage site with much of its rustic charms retained.

Retail and Dining Destinations

Today this area acts as a tranquil getaway place that has several shopping, entertainment, and dining spots. Among the eateries here I stopped by COMO Dempsey. This was an area to explore several innovative places to dine as well as concept stores.

I also passed Candlebut which is known to be a Peranakan restaurant, the first to gain a Michelin star rating. There is also the Dempsey Cookhouse & Bar which has equal fame and so is COMO Cuisine which is of Timothy de Souza.

Other popular places here are popular for nightlife is The Green Door, a garden bar, Red Dot Brewhouse which offers beers and steaks as well as Samy’s Curry or Long Beach Seafood restaurant.

Activities for Families

Even though I came here with friends, if you are with family you can engage your kids in creative programs such as chocolate making workshop or pottery classes at Impressions Art Studio. If you are traveling with pets you can check them in at Wagington Luxury Pet Hotel.

I enjoyed a weekend here and you will as well, especially if you love to explore different eateries and retail destinations amidst tranquil settings.

If you’re out for a trip to a place that can provide you with your kind of entertainment, Halifax is your place to be. The number of pubs in this city is way more than the total of pubs available all around the capital. But apart from being a fun city, it is also known for its villages and museums that save the cultural history of the city. This city is based alongside the Bay of Fundy which is known to be one of North America’s seven words and produces the highest tides on earth. Here are the best places to visit.

Peggys Cove

The Peggys Cove is a small scale bay over the Atlantic coast. It is 43 kilometers away from Halifax. This place is highly recommended as a must-see for its visitors. The kind of peace and voice of water has gushing the stones can’t be felt anywhere else. The area apart from hosting this beauty has several quirky colored houses and the lighthouses, which have been established a long time ago and are still used. It saw a sad tragedy when a Swiss airplane drives right into the sea, crashed and saw over 229 casualties. A memorial is also placed in its Memory.

Province House

This building was finalized in the year 1819; it holds an important seat in Nova Scotia’s partnership in Parliament. You can be a part of the guided tour for the same; they will take you through the Red Chamber which is known to have helped various important council meetings and discussions. However, now it has also been turned in a library, opened only occasionally for local visitors. You can find various books on the history it has been dedicated to. It is better to sign up for the tour in advance.

This city was Discovered in the early 9h century and got popular for becoming the very initial capital for Portugal. The first king of Portugal, Afonso Henriques was born here. It holds really importance historically. They even call it the place is known to have housed the greatest Portuguese explorers. It is known for its cultural background and architecture.

Guimãraès Castle

I am drawn to castles like bees are drawn to honey. This castle exactly depicts the medieval times of this precious city. This castle is the most photogenic and classical castles of all. This castle sits over a hilltop and the highest peak of the castle gives you the look of extended valley. It is over a thousand years old. It was built in 900s by then king – Sao Mamede. This castle became the symbolic castle of Portugal. I found many engraved ancient words in the walls of the castle, they can be spotted easily.

Largo Da Oliveira

This city earned its heritage cite status because of the historical and cultural architectures it holds and how well preserved they are. They are so well maintained that many buildings belonging back to the 15^th century are still being used. It brings us to the Main Square, also called the Olive square. It’s a great place to just sit, have some food, hangout, and chill. It is surrounded by Olive church and the residential racketed houses. Several music shows are held here and I experienced being in one of them, dancing and enjoying with people there.

Nossa Senhora Da Oliveira Monastery

This monastery is also known as “Our lady of olives monastery”, this infact was founded by Afonso Henriques. It is very popular for its fascinating local legend and the ornate towers it holds. The king also planted an olive tree right before the church which used for supplying olive oil for lighting the altar lamps, which eventually died. A really amazing gothic shrine was spotted in front of the church.

Galway city is based on the southern shores of Ireland; it is located on River Corrib’s banks and is considered to be a very intimate city. It doesn’t involve much civilization and is a small scale city. The city is famous for its arts and crafts and a live music attraction, being a small city such scenes proves to be very scenic and crazy for everyone around. The city basically runs through the bohemian vibes. The city holds a very cultural history of tribes. Galway city also serves as the port for trading, of Galway. Here are my top most attractions for this lively town.

Galway Market

If you want to visit through the tribal culture and the bohemian vibes of the Galway city, this market is the best place to go through. The market alone serves as a purpose of various varieties like produces, shopping, food, and arts crafts. The market is based near the Nicholas church, which is centuries old and can be visited while you travel through the market. The market is widely famous for it’s over 50 different sweet treats, created right in front of you.

Galway Cathedral

This ancient castle is just an eight-minute walk away from the St. Nicholas church and is one of the most visited places around Galway. The castle holds huge importance in its history and still represents it wildly. At night the whole castle lights up with a thousand bulbs and becomes spectacular to look at. The entry for the castle is free.

The Corrib Princess

If looking for adventure in this beautiful town, this is your place. It is famous among the tourists for water sports. You can also sign up for a 90-minute boat ride which takes you through the farthest point of the princess and the lunch is on them. It costs around 500 Euros.

Evora holds stories about the Portuguese explorers, for their shrines and architectural structures. Evora historically was a major religious and trading center. The city is being a historical representer, is not old and cocky, but the actual opposite, it is very fun and vibrant and it holds the highest amount of students in it.

Food and Wine

Evora is known for its authentic food and specially its popular bread, which is dense and tasty and is served in any course of the meal. Evora is popularly known for its spices condiments that are naturally and organically grown in Alentejo such as coriander, mint, oregano, garlic, pennyroyal and more. I took the farm tour, which is availed to the tourists. It is breathtakingly amazing; it looks and smells really pleasant.

Adventure

There are certain amounts of tourists, that look for an adrenaline rush in the places they visit. Me being one of them wanted to explore what all is available there and found out real good adventures to go on for. I did skydiving in the Evora airport while returning, they provide you with options of sky diving jumps or tandem parachuting. You can also go through the nature trails by renting a bike for yourself. While visiting the lagoons and dams, I involved myself in various sports activities like water skiing, windsurfing, jet skiing, boat riding, etc.

Handicrafts

Traditional objects are the most commonly selling products down the Evora market lanes. These handicrafts are like something that your grandparents used to have and are still in a good state with proper functioning. The best pieces can be found in the Museu do Artesanato e do design de Evora, that is the museum with precious highlighted handicrafts, made of clay, cork, iron, and horn. You can find handmade tableware and embroidery pieces there too.

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