Though the tour and guide were both very good I still found myself disliking the city. Finally I figured it out. Though this city has a lot of history to it that history has either been lost to time, tourism or laziness. In places buildings or areas were knocked down to allow for the modern era, which though many think is essential is just sad. Others were replaced with bad copies or new buildings were made to look old.
For me this entire city gives off the vibe of being false and made to cover up too much of what once was.
That and the fact that this time of year, and maybe always, the city is a trap for frat boys and stag dos.Read more