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Thinking of these pristine lakes in Richmond, Australia, where trout to move freely, and experienced and trusted fishing guides teach you unfailing advice and secrets of fishing for centuries? ... Or, for children, "Zoodoo Park, alpacas, bison, camels, llamas and miniature horses roam? Empty pockets right now? Why not visit Richmond, Virginia, while you wait. Here, you can feel the presence of Patrick Henry famous words, "Give me liberty or give me death" at St. John's.

In addition, as the ancient capital of the Confederacy, Richmond is home to many museums and battlefields, including the Museum of the Confederacy which, once used by the White House of the Confederacy.

Richmond neoclassical Union Station is a popular spot for visitors because of its beautiful architecture. It was designed by Beaux Arts-trained John Russell Pope in 1919 and houses the Science Museum of Virginia.

For lovers of mystery, Edgar Allen Poe wrote some of his works while living in the region, and several of his writings and other things in his life are in the museum that bears his name.

It is an experience, too, to walk in "Monument Avenue, where the monuments are the monument of Christopher Columbus and Bill" Bojangles "Robinson monument and a tribute that died in Virginia World War II, and several other war memorials. There is much to see along the river, too, including a former Slave Trail.

For a peek into the past of the theater, you can visit the Theatre Byrd, a cinema classic era of the 1920s which now includes second-run movies on a regular basis.

The legendary "southern hospitality" comes into play when the visitors' stop by a spell.

Or maybe you've heard of Yercaud hills of Salem, India. The word "Salem" means literally "surrounded by hills, and visitors will not be disappointed. On the descent from the top of Yercaud, which is 1,600 feet high, many scenic spots await the traveler, as Kiliyur Falls. Can not go now? Why not visit Salem, Oregon, which has been designated "Tree City, USA" 30 consecutive years by the National Arbor Day Foundation.

Salem dedication to urban forestry includes a major exhibition of flowering cherry trees throughout the city and the capital - places of choice for visitors in search of photographic memories of their visits ...

People from all over the world flock to the Festival Salem's World Beat, sponsored by the Salem Multicultural Institute, which includes international crafts, music, dance, food and folklore from every continent and a traditional Dragon Race.

In addition, Salem has 42 city parks, most of which 898.9 acres, and one of the world's smallest, with only one Sequoia tree. For children, there is a toy museum and the House "discovered. It is even more waiting for visitors - including a huge home.