House from MTV’s “Jersey Shore” Show

Filed under: New Jersey, TV & Movies

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The house in the center is located in Seaside Heights, New Jersey and is the location for the MTV Show “Jersey Shore” that was filmed there over the summer.  It follows 8 Italian-American youngsters as they party away the summer.  To the right you can see the boardwalk.



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Brandenburg Gate

Filed under: Germany, Landmarks

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The Brandenburg Gate is one of the main symbols of Berlin, Germany. It is the only remaining gate through which one could enter Berlin while the Berlin Wall was standing. In 1987, Ronald Reagan made his famous speech which he directed to Soviet General Secretary Gorbachev.



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USS Texas Battleship

Filed under: Ships and Vessels, Texas

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The USS Texas is a veteran of Vera Cruz and both World Wars. The ship was completed in 1914 and saw action in some of the most important battles of World War II. It is now located at the San Jacinto State Historic Site in La Porte, Texas near Houston.



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Florence Cathedral

Filed under: Italy, Religious

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The Florence Cathedral, which is also known as The Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore is known for its dome that was designed by Filippo Brunelleschi.



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Westminster Abbey

Filed under: Religious, United Kingdom

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Westminster Abbey is a large Gothic church located in Westminster, London. It is now known as The Church of St Peter, Westminster and is the place of coronation and burial for English monarchs.

The Westminster Palace, Westminster Abbey along with Saint Margaret’s Church are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.



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Wembley Stadium

Filed under: Stadiums, United Kingdom

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Wembley Stadium, located in the Brent, London, England is the  home of England’s national football team.  It is the second largest (capacity-wise) stadium in Europe.

It re-opened in early 2007 after being demolished and rebuilt starting in 2003.



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