Earthquakes, grenades won’t stop them (The Malaysian Insider)

SINGAPORE, March 1 — Disaster or not, there is no stopping Singaporeans from going for holidays overseas.

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Windsor Castle

Windsor Castle is the largest and oldest castle in the world that is inhabited. It is one of the many official abodes of Her Majesty the Queen and has almost a millennium worth of history dating back to the time of William the Conqueror. Spanning 26 acres, apart from the Royal Palace, the space holds a chapel as well amongst other things.

Windsor Castle has been used for various purposes by royalty over time: as an official palace, a garrison fortress, their home and sometimes as their prison. During times of peace, the castle was improved with the addition of many grand apartments, while heavy fortification was utilized during times of war.

The State Apartments, magnificent as they are, have on display the very finest works of art straight from the Royal Collection. They include paintings done by some of the most famous painters in the world, ranging from Gainsborough to Rubens to Rembrandt to Canaletto.

A fire in 1992 damaged over one hundred rooms at Windsor Castle, fortunately the ones in the worst shape were empty and thus only a handful of the treasured works of art of the Royal Collection were destroyed in the fire. The restoration work, which was finished in 1997 has been praised highly and was carried out by some of the best in Europe.

The private apartments of King George IV can be viewed between October and March and is one of the best decorated apartments in the castle.

The chapel at the Windsor Castle, St. George’s Chapel, features the best in Gothic architecture in the country and contains the tombs of ten sovereigns, which include Charles I, Henry VIII and Jane Seymour, his third wife.

Sightseeing in Greece

Greece, located in the south of Europe is a grand fusion of civilizations, cultures and legends. The history is rich and the attractions overwhelming. Here are some of the top spots you should visit:

The Acropolis and the Parthenon - This is one of the must-visit places in Greece. If not, your trip will just not be complete. Acropolis, the extension of a rock has the Parthenon on its peak, which is the sacred temple of Athena. The best time to visit is during the early morning hours or evening - just to ensure that you avoid the rush of the crowd. Do not bother with the sound and light show, it is supposed to be quite corny!

The National Archaeological Museum - Museums are not for everyone, but still risk a visit here. It will be worth it. The displays are endless and all mind-boggling. Walk amongst ancient statues of gods and goddesses, with a red background reminding you that the walls of Greece remained that way regardless of rain or shine.

Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon - Going here might be a bit out of the way, but it is worth it. This temple on a cliff top overlooking the Aegean Sea is above all poetic and breathtaking. A visit in the early morning is beautiful and will also mean that it will be not as crowded as it is during sunset.

The Island of Santorini (Thira, Fira) - Make sure you get here by sea, as the beauty you will see as you slowly approach the island is not one that can be missed out on. The island is rich with legends of Atlantis, a legacy of a living volcano, eerie stories of vampires and great wine. If visiting Akrotiri which is a city ‘once buried’, you should go fairly early in the day, as the heat otherwise is unbearable. Staying at the hotels carved into the cliff is an experience not quite like any other, but if you suffer from vertigo, then this might not be a wise option.

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