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  • The Spanish City of Malaga in the Costa del Sol region is enriched in history. Malaga has seen many changes from the various civilisations that have past through the city and left their trace.

    The name Malaga originates from the term Malaka which means ‘fish salting place’ and was founded by the Phoenicians in 800BC.

  • Newcastle is a very large city in Tyne, England. And it is located on the north side of the river Tyne. And it is the 20th most populous in England and this city is a member of the English Core Cities Group. The nickname for the people in Newcastle and in the area around Newcastle is Geordie. The first name of this city was Pons Aelius and it was called after the family of the Roman Emperor that founded the city in the 2nd century AD. Pons Aelius had around the 2000 inhabtitants and the walls of that city are still visible today. When the Romans withdrew from Britain Newcastle became a part of the Anglo-Saxon kingdom. In the 18th century Newcastle became developed into one of the major cities of the UK, this is mostly thanks to the export of Coals. And in the 20th century there came heavy industry in Newcastle. The center has a nice pitoresque center that was developed in 1830. And there are a lot of things to see there like:

  • If you want to experience another facet of Australia, head for Broome, an exotic oasis in the heart of the country's last great wilderness area.

    Broome is an exotic blend of seaside resort and frontier town with and colourful mix of architectural styles. Add in a delightful beach and a rich and unusual history all in a tropical climate, and you've got the recipe for a great vacation.