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city traces its roots back to 1905 with the arrival of its founder William B. Strang Jr., who platted subdivisions, including one named "Overland Park," along a military roadway.
Strang envisioned a self-sustaining, well planned "park-like" community that had strong commerce, quality education, vibrant neighborhoods, convenient transportation and accommodating recreational facilities - all amenities that today, make Overland Park one of the best places to live and grow up. |
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Site of the 1936 Texas Centennial Exposition, Fair Park boasts the world’s largest collection of Art Deco exhibit buildings, art and sculpture. Fair Park is the only intact and unaltered pre-1950s world fair site remaining in the United States – with an extraordinary collection of 1930s art and rchitecture. Today, the 277-acre park and its cultural, educational and sports facilities play host to more than seven million annual visitors.
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The team proud to announce the opening of the New York metropolitan area’s most creative indoor skatepark facility. Hands down the most technical street course and gigantic bowl also know as “The Pirate Bowl”.
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"Our facility is here to meet your needs whether you are looking to cruise around one of our 3 Go-Kart tracks, fly down Nitro Alley in one of our Dragsters topping speeds of 75mph or enjoy our 7,000 sq. ft. Arcade we have something for everyone including a Bounce House for the little ones."
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Dallas Cowboys Gameday is the team's official glossy souvenir program. This one-of-a-kind collector's item features player profiles, in-depth stories and stadium information as well as rosters and opponent previews. Sold only through the Dallas Cowboys organization, Gameday sales are subject to early sellout. Guests can find this program at the stadium pro shop or merchandise stands.
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Beech Bend Amusement Park Drag Racing Stock Car Racing Oval Track Racing Water Park Splash Lagoon Campgrounds Amusement Park.
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In 1978, the zoo closed to embark upon a two-year upgrade project. 1980 marked the rebirth of the zoo; it reopened with a new Nature Center, a Polar bear exhibit, a boardwalk through a native wetlands area and a North American bison exhibit. And as they say, the rest is history. The current, vibrant state of Roger Williams Park Zoo is due to the hard work, persistence, and cooperation of both public and private sector, as well as the general public, for whom this zoo exists.
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WNY Skydiving is Western New York's premier skydiving facility, with the newest equipment and most experienced instructors! Book your skydive today!
Is It Safe? WNYSkydiving owns the latest student, solo, and tandem gear. All of the equipment used at WNYSkydiving is serviced and maintained by FAA certified technicians of the highest ratings. The parachutes are packed by professionals, the reserves packed and repacked even if unused (it's not only a good idea, it's the law). Although an inherently dangerous sport, just as driving a car is an inherently dangerous activity (you did know that, right?), we take every precaution to assure your safety while on our drop zone. Do you drive with bad brakes and bald tires? So, the short answer is that the sport of skydiving has been made as safe as possible. And at WNYSkydiving, we take every precaution possible before, during, and after your skydive. |
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The South Carolina Aquarium inspires conservation of the natural world by exhibiting and caring for animals, by excelling in education and research, and by providing an exceptional visitor experience.
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Location: Take I-25 to Jefferson, go north on frontage road to Osuna, turn right. Or follow San Mateo to Osuna, turn west on Osuna.
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Whitewater Rafting in New York - Since 1980, A.R.O. Adventures has guided thousands of guests down the exciting rivers of the Adirondack Mts. of New York State, New York's finest whitewater rafting! We were the first outfitter to offer trips on the Moose and Black rivers, one of the original rafting companies on the Hudson and Sacandaga rivers, and remain one of New York's largest white water rafting outfitters.
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Depositária do patrimônio bibliográfico e documental do Brasil, a Biblioteca Nacional tem o objetivo de garantir a todos os cidadãos, desta e das futuras gerações, o acesso a toda memória cultural que integra seu acervo.
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A nonprofit marine nature center that creates experiences that inspire conservation of the San Francisco Bay and its watershed. The Aquarium is an affiliate of The Bay Institute, a nonprofit organization that has successfully developed and led research, science, education and advocacy programs to revitalize San Francisco Bay’s imperiled ecosystems for nearly 30 years. Together, these two nonprofits protect, restore and inspire conservation of San Francisco Bay, from the Sierra to the sea.
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A Ilha da Boa Viagem, na ponta da Praia do mesmo nome, revela e oculta dois monumentos arquitetônicos do período colonial. Fincada em seu topo, solitária e poeticamente contemplando a baía de Guanabara, a Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Boa Viagem se oferece aos olhos dos que a contemplam. Ocultas sob a vegetação, abaixo da Igreja, escondem-se as ruínas de uma fortificação que, no final do século XVII início do século XVIII, foi erguida com o nome de Forte da Barra, logo depois chamado Forte da Boa Viagem.
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The USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center is located in Flushing, in the New York City borough of Queens and has been the home of the US Open Grand Slam tennis tournament played every year in August and September. According to the United States Tennis Association, the center is the largest public tennis facility in the world with 22 courts inside the facility and 11 more in the adjoining park. All 33 courts have used the DecoTurf cushioned acrylic surface since the facility was built in 1978. Source: en.wikipedia.org
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Since its birth almost forty years ago as the "First Inland Oceanarium", the Aquarium of Niagara has seen over 8 million visitors, tourists, teachers, and students pass through its doors. It was the first aquarium to use synthetic seawater to exclusively maintain marinelife. More than forty exhibits showcase 1,500 aquatic animals from around the globe.
The Aquarium of Niagara is one of only 17 institutions in North America to house a colony of the endangered Peruvian penguin. Two daily penguin feedings provide visitors an opportunity to "Meet the Keeper" and learn about these fascinating aquatic birds! The schedule includes exciting shark feedings (on alternate days), and scheduled sessions with the California sea lions in the 100,000 gallon central pool. Moray eels, piranhas, clownfish and the brilliantly colored fish of the coral reefs compliment the regional freshwater exhibits of sturgeon, gar and rock bass. Enjoy the breathtaking view of the mist from the Falls and the majestic Niagara River gorge from the Aquarium’s Observation Deck. Our ‘Fin’esse Gift Shop offers a sea of treasures. The Aquarium of Niagara is handicap accessible, and parking is always free for our visitors! |
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The intense early January 2025 windstorms with gusts up to 60 mph affected the stadium. These winds caused a tree to fall on a car in the parking lot and led to visible swaying of the foul poles. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and the structural integrity of the stadium was not compromised. DODGERS NATION
In response to the wildfires, all 12 Los Angeles-area professional sports teams, including the Dodgers, have united to donate over $8 million to support relief efforts. Additionally, they are organizing distribution events for evacuated victims, scheduled for January 17 at Dodger Stadium, SoFi Stadium, and BMO Stadium. YAHOO SPORTS
Centrally located in the hills of Chavez Ravine, just minutes from Hollywood, Echo Park, Silverlake, and Downtown, Dodger Stadium is the home of the winning-est team in the history of the National League! In the past two years, the Dodgers have reinvigorated and become as competitive as any team in baseball. Led by Loney, Kershaw, and Hanley Ramirez, the Dodgers are a team of young, rising talent. As can be expected, Dodgers memorabilia is some of the hottest merchadise in the entire sports world! Remarkably, tickets to Dodgers stadium are very affordable, especially compared to prices around the league. For under $35 dollars, one can purchase a box seat. With the sun shining and cool breeze blowing, what can be better but a Dodgers game? The answer: a Dodgers game along with a Dodgers Dog!
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A 230 metros de altura, no morro do Pico, com entrada pelo Forte Barão do Rio Branco, estão plantadas as ruínas do conjunto arquitetônico que, no século XVIII, abrigou as fortificações do Pico ou São Luiz.
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Over the past six years Hudson River Park has gone from plan to reality. This could only have happened with the work and dedication of hundreds of people: current and former staff and board members of the Hudson River Park Trust, the Hudson River Park Conservancy, Advisory Council, Friends, Community Boards 1, 2 and 4, NYS Department of Transportation, consulting designers, engineers, project managers, contractors, construction managers and many others.
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O Palácio do Itamaraty, de grande valor histórico e artístico é uma construção de 1851, autoria de Francisco José da Rocha, Conde de Itamarati. Foi sede do governo republicano de 1889 a 1898 e sede do Ministério das Relações Exteriores de 1899 a 1970. Os jardins e lago internos são de autoria de Jacinto Rebelo, como também o projeto do edifício principal do palácio, em estilo neoclássico, simétrico e de nobres proporções. Abriga, hoje, o Museu Histórico e Diplomático, Arquivo Histórico e Mapoteca. A edificação é o 8º prédio tombado pelo Patrimônio Histórico no país. Funciona no Palácio Itamaraty, a mais completa biblioteca de referência das Nações Unidas no Brasil, com documentos sobre a Organização internacional. A Biblioteca do Centro de Informação da ONU no Rio de Janeiro possui mais de 15 mil livros e 300 títulos de periódicos a disposição dos usuários, além de folhetos e material informativo.
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The Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier remains undamaged by the recent Jan 2025 wildfires in Los Angeles. However, due to the Palisades Fire and in alignment with guidance from county and city officials, Pacific Park's rides and games were closed on January 10 to ensure public safety. PACIFIC PARK
Evacuation orders were issued for some densely populated Santa Monica neighborhoods just north of the city's famous pier. AP NEWS
Located on the world famous Santa Monica Pier, Pacific Park® is the family place to play! It's the West Coast's only amusement park located on a pier. Millions of visitors each year enjoy all the rides, games and fun you'd expect from one of Southern California's Leading attractions. Pacific Park® has it all... a dozen rides, midway games, ocean front specialty food outlets and seaside shopping.
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Battery Park is a 25-acre public park located at the southern tip of Manhattan in New York City. The park is named after the artillery batteries that were positioned there in the late 17th and early 18th centuries to defend the city from naval attack. Today, the park is a popular destination for both tourists and locals, offering a variety of recreational and cultural activities.
One of the main attractions of Battery Park is the stunning waterfront views of New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Visitors can take a ferry to these iconic landmarks from the park's ferry terminal. The park also features several monuments and memorials, including the Castle Clinton National Monument, a fort built in the early 1800s, and the American Merchant Mariners' Memorial, which honors the men and women who have served in the United States merchant marine.
Battery Park is also home to several green spaces, including the Battery Oval, a large lawn and garden area, and the Battery Bosque, a serene and peaceful area that is perfect for a stroll or a picnic. In addition, the park has several playgrounds, a carousel, and a large dog run for visitors to enjoy. The park is also a popular spot for cultural events, such as outdoor concerts, film screenings, and festivals. The park also has a variety of food vendors and restaurants. Overall, Battery Park is a must-see destination for anyone visiting New York City, offering a wide range of activities and sights to see. |
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Whether you just started climbing or have been at it for years, Summit has a membership for you. With every membership, members are entitled to unlimited climbing (for the duration of their membership).
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The amusment pier has an incredible ocean view backdrop with beautiful beaches for the whole family to enjoy. They have SUPER SPECTACULAR adult rides, family rides galore and "Don't Worry" they have plenty of great rides for the small kiddies too. When you visit the pier don't forget to join in the fun with Funtown's famous Go-Carts. Feel the thrill of racing on the Ocean's Edge. For all you real thrill seekers take an explosive ride on the Tower of Fear. This 225ft giant ride will power you to new heights of thrills! Roller Coaster fans. come ride looping coaster while watching the ocean waves break right under you. Come walk beautiful boardwalk and try your luck at any of our piers amusment games and enjoy all the incredible food available.
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Adventureland is Long Island's home of Family Fun since 1962 - this Family Fun Palace is where Little Kids' Fantasies become reality and Big Kids relive their Little Kid Dreams.
All of these Fantasies and Dreams will come to life while experiencing any of Adventureland's 30 rides and attractions. So come, explore and see why Adventureland is considered Long Island's Leader in Family Fun! |
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O Castelinho do Flamengo, também conhecido como Castelinho das Bruxas e Castelinho do Flamengo, patrimônio histórico tombado da cidade, construção residencial do Comendador Joaquim da Silva Cardoso e sua esposa Dona Carolina.Castelinho no início do Século XX, foi projetado em 1916 pelo arquiteto italiano Gino Copede e sua construção terminou em 1918.
O Centro Cultural municipal foi criado em 1992. O nome escolhido buscou homenagear o dramaturgo carioca Oduvaldo Vianna Filho, carinhosamente chamado pelos amigos de Vianinha, falecido precocemente em 1974. A programação do espaço privilegia a palavra e inclui exposições de poesia visual, oficinas de literatura, filosofia e artes, cursos, debates, seminários e mostras especiais de filmes em vídeo. O Castelinho disponibiliza ainda uma midiateca com cerca de 750 títulos em seu acervo e acesso gratuito à internet. Tem um auditório com capacidade para 40 lugares, 3 pequenas galerias para exposições e 3 salas para debates e oficinas. |
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Entretenimento com alegra e qualidade. Atuando no ramo de patinação desde 1996 é hoje em dia, uma empresa de referência e sucesso neste setor no Brasil. Ao longo desses últimos 9 anos a empresa vem montando pistas de patinação em diversos locais, inicialmente através de equipamento de terceiros e depois com pista própria.
A empresa está sempre aberta a receber propostas no desenvolvimento de novos projetos caso exista interesse em alugar ou em implantar uma pista de patinação no gelo.. |
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Impossível não esticar o pescoço em direção à janela do avião quando a aeronave se prepara para aterrissar no Aeroporto Santos Dumont. Mais do que ver a pista de pouso, turistas e cariocas querem apreciar de perto os belos detalhes de um castelinho verde, salpicado de coqueiros e palmeiras, construído numa pequena ilha na Baía de Guanabara. Cenário do último grande baile do Império, realizado em 09 de novembro de 1889, a Ilha Fiscal chama a atenção na paisagem e, o que é melhor, está aberta para visitação pública.
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A Florália foi fundada em 1956 por Rolf Altenburg, um descendente de alemães apaixonado por orquídeas, uma referência no país e no mundo entre os orquidófilos por sua vasta seleção de espécies da flor. A Florália é reconhecida nacional e internacionalmente por produzir orquídeas híbridas, que são admiradas em várias parte do mundo por colecionadores e cultivadores em grande escala pelo tamanho e beleza das suas cores. Venha conhecer um dos maiores orquidários do Brasil.
Além das orquídeas, a Florária também oferece uma grande variedade de plantas, como diversos tipos de flores e árvores frutíferas. Além de ser o local ideal para quem quer montar um jardim, a Florália é uma boa opção de passeio para a família, principalmente para crianças, pois conta com um simpático parquinho e um cercadinho com aves.
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Localizada entre Piratininga e Camboinhas é de pequena extensão e bastante freqüentada pelos que vem pelo mar em lanchas e iates, pois seu difícil acesso, através de uma trilha, não é muito conhecido. É um dos mais belos recantos da cidade
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