Hampstead Heath

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Hampstead Heath
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“Hampstead Heath is an ancient heath in London, spanning 320 hectares. This grassy public space sits astride a sandy ridge, one of the highest points in London, running from Hampstead to Highgate, which rests on a band of London Clay. The heath is rambling and hilly, embracing ponds, recent and…”
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Lonely PlanetSep 16

9 of the Best Cities in Europe to Celebrate New Year’s Eve

Join in at the biggest party of the year with our guide to New Year

21 things in this story
  • River ThamesSightBanks are lined for fireworks launched from the London Eye
  • London EyeSightLaunches annual fireworks
  • Natural History MuseumMuseumHosts NYE party with live music and silent disco
  • Hampstead HeathParkThis grassy public space sits astride a sandy ridge, one of the highest points in London, running from Hampstead to…
  • Primrose HillParkIt was named after the 64 metres (210 ft) hill in the centre of the park, one of the highest points in the London…
  • London New Year’s Day ParadeFestivalAnnual parade starting at 1pm on January 1
  • Elsewhere
  • Moulin RougeTheatreParis, FranceVenue for enjoying a show
  • Guinness StorehouseAttractionDublin, IrelandJames's Gate Brewery in Dublin, Ireland.
  • Champs ElyséesAttractionParis, FranceOfficial street party with sound and light show
  • Arc de TriompheSightParis, FranceFireworks fill the sky above at midnight
  • Tagus RiverPublic artworkLisbon, PortugalLine the river for fireworks
  • Bairro AltoSuburbLisbon, PortugalArea for vibrant nightlife, clubs, and bars
  • HogmanayFestivalEdinburgh, United KingdomFour-day program of events including street party
  • Dublin CastleAttractionDublin, IrelandFocal point for the New Year's Festival
  • Brandenburger TorSightBerlin, GermanyParty with live music, light shows, and DJ sets
  • KulturbrauereiAttractionBerlin, GermanyBerlin's biggest indoor New Year's Eve party
  • Praça do ComércioSightLisbon, PortugalPopular gathering spot for celebrations
  • Torre de BelémSightLisbon, Portugal16th-century tower, vantage point for celebrations
  • Sacré-Cœur plazaSightParis, FranceEnjoy incredible views of the Paris skyline
  • Christ Church CathedralPlace of worshipDublin, IrelandDublin's oldest building
  • LiffeyAttractionDublin, IrelandSpectacular light display illuminates the skies above
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Lonely PlanetAug 20

15 of the most beautiful cemeteries to visit around the world

These beautiful cemeteries bring together history, architecture and landscape in spaces designed for remembrance and reflection.

24 things in this story
  • Highgate CemeteryPlaceVolunteer guides run 75-minute tours.
  • Julius Beer's mausoleumSightModelled on the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus.
  • George Michael's understated graveSightMarked with his birth name, Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou.
  • Hampstead HeathParkThis grassy public space sits astride a sandy ridge, one of the highest points in London, running from Hampstead to…
  • Holly VillageTrailA Victorian Gothic gated community.
  • Elsewhere
  • SkogskyrkogårdenSightStockholm, SwedenA guided tour spotlights the history and architecture.
  • GlasnevinSuburbDublin, IrelandSign up for a guided tour to know more about Irish history.
  • Daniel O'Connell's cryptSightDublin, IrelandClimb its 198 steps for sweeping views of Dublin.
  • Botanic GardensGardenDublin, IrelandLocated in Glasnevin, Dublin, and Kilmacurragh, Co.
  • Glasgow NecropolisSightGlasgow, United KingdomA tour explains how those buried here helped build Glasgow.
  • Bridge of SighsSightGlasgow, United KingdomModeled on its Venetian namesake.
  • Monteath MausoleumSightGlasgow, United KingdomBased on Cambridge’s Church of the Holy Sepulchre.
  • John Knox MonumentSightGlasgow, United KingdomPredates the cemetery.
  • Provand's LordshipMuseumGlasgow, United KingdomIt is in the Townhead area, at the top of Castle Street within sight of Glasgow Cathedral and next to the St Mungo…
  • Atelier des LumièresArts centreParis, FranceDécouvrez l'Atelier des Lumières, un centre d'art numérique offrant des expositions immersives et digitales à Paris.
  • Greta Garbo's graveSightStockholm, SwedenMarked simply with her name in gold, per her wish.
  • PowązkiSightWarsaw, PolandTake a walking tour and time your visit for All Saints Day.
  • Irena Sendler's graveSightWarsaw, PolandHelped rescue 2500 Jewish children from the Warsaw Ghetto.
  • Warsaw Rising MuseumMuseumWarsaw, PolandThe institution of the museum was established in 1983, but no construction work took place for many years.
  • PrazeresSightLisbon, PortugalBest explored on a self-guided tour.
  • Palmela MausoleumSightLisbon, PortugalEurope's largest private mausoleum, holding up to 200 remains.
  • Merry CemeterySightSăpânța, RomaniaA walking tour covers Stan Ioan Pătraș's work in detail.
  • Gamla Enskede neighborhoodNeighborhoodStockholm, Sweden
  • Campo de Ourique MarketMarketLisbon, Portugal
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