Explore the gorgeous, rugged beauty of the Grand Canyon — a place of beauty that also offers SL skill-enhancing activities and sports, including balloon rides, dirt biking, zip lines and more. Adventure, contemplation, relaxation and discovery await you at this majestic, peaceful destination.
Take a break and visit this intricate recreation of Venice, sure to dazzle the senses. Gondolas, masks, gondolas and more await in the Queen of the Adriatic, Venice City Showcase.
This detailed re-imagining of the Dutch capital comes complete with moving trams, canals, bridges, and architecture.
Dornoch Cathedral is located in the heart of the Scottish village of Dornoch in the Highlands of Scotland. An Anglican cathedral, it is designed in the Gothic style and features custom made stained glass windows, a large pipe organ, steeple bells, plus lovely grounds to enjoy. A spiritual place for peaceful, quiet contemplation, available for weddings. Concerts held quarterly too!
Step Back in time to the birthplace of swing at the Savoy Ballroom in Creations Park! Inspired by the real-world Savoy, you can experience the best in swing music and dances with daily live DJs playing Jazz and more. Walk over to the Museum of Swing which features bands, music, dances, and history of the Swing Dance Era. You can also learn how to dance at the Dance 301 full-immersion classroom.
Dublin Community Gateway offers new users a walk-through tutorial to learn the basics of Second Life while connecting to the vibrant Dublin region. This detailed recreation of Dublin, Ireland, features daily events, live music, and a welcoming atmosphere with Irish hospitality, bars, and entertainment. Learn more at dublinsl.net
Hollywood is a wonderful place to come and just stroll around. Bring your sweetie and enjoy walking along the Walk of Fame, take in the views of the Starboards Yacht Club and the vibrant marina. Take a picture with friends as you all sit atop the world famous Hollywood sign. Come on your own and enjoy some solitude and relaxation sitting at one of our many wonderful and relaxing vistas.
Bathe in the neon glow of this region based on Hong Kong's infamous Kowloon Walled City, a place with a sordid past and where sunlight rarely reaches the ground below. Shops line the narrow city streets and darkened alleys, while Panda Park offers the lone space to stare up at the stars.
London City West is a picturesque and leafy suburb of London. With rolling hills and pastures, this carefully terraformed land offers stunning views with a realistic and natural flow.
Hao is a tiny Tuamotus atoll in French Polynesia. This destination is inspired by Hao with pure Polynesian music and dance groups dressed in authentic costumes. There are magnificent places to discover and a few activities that are sure to keep you here. A teleporter will also welcome you to the Polynesian village of Hawaii with several Polynesian cultures that you can visit.
Experience the southern hospitality in this replica of historic Bourbon St in the storied deep south. The city is inspired by late 20th century New Orleans, Louisiana. A place to hang out, party, and meet friends. Beautiful areas to rest and enjoy with scenic views.
Ciampi is a countryside Italian village with shops and a large church that is ideal for weddings. The paths will make you discover the Tuscany countryside and the small village of Ciampi with its alleys, pizzeria, restaurant and shops. You will enjoy a rest at the pond, playing chess or drinking a glass of Chianti with your friends.
Armstrong Park is a public park, memorial, and museum honoring the late great Louis Armstrong as well as an ode to New Orleans' real-life public park. The park features a virtual tour highlighting the life of Louis Armstrong and his music. Look for the iconic arched entrance!
Ooh la la! Escape to beautiful virtual Paris, where you can stroll beneath one of the world's most famous landmarks — the astounding Eiffel Tower. Mingle with people from around the world as you admire the lush greenery and stunning architecture of this landmark destination. There are many other surprises at this destination so visit and join the events that take place throughout the week!
The FireHouse region is based on the theme of Queen village, Philadelphia. There is a shopping area that is an interpretation of Mario Lanza dog park. There is also a representation of the "Cherry Street Pier" with small kiosks for artists and original shops. You can get entertained at the firehouse jazz club, and shop at a large retail store.
Travel back in time to this big city during an amazing era. Wander down Unter den Linden, explore the dirty old back streets, see a movie at the cinema, visit the museum, enjoy cabaret, dance the Charleston in a small Tanzlokal or at the gay Eldorado club in this role-play region with a 1920s dress code (freebies provided).
Coffee Island Inc. offers a taste of island paradise! Their premium coffees are freshly roasted and hand-crafted to bring you the finest-tasting brews in the world. Your satisfaction is always guaranteed. Their inworld cafe is mystory compatible and is an extension of their real-life online coffee shop at coffeeislandinc.com
The Rio is a replica of the real Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. Visit and explore many of the real-life inspired buildings such as the Copacabana Palace Hotel, the Statue of Christ the Redeemer, Avenida Atlantica, the Municipal Theatre, the Sambadrome, favelas, and much more.
The Amalfi Cathedral in Ville de Coeur is based on the RL Italian church built with Arab-Norman, Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and Byzantine elements. The Belltower, mosaic, bronze portal, and 62 exterior steps are reproduced. Services are held here (or one of the other Ville de Coeur churches) on Saturdays at 11 am by Magnus Brody. All are welcome. English service is streamed with music.
Athenaeum is home to the real life Carter/Johnson Library which is owned by Viola Johnson. The library is a collective history of various communities who have chosen to live and love differently. Come explore the lands, sit with your special someone, take photos or just be!
Experience BURN2, the festival of community, art, and fire that brings the culture and cool of Burning Man to the metaverse! Next event is Octoburn starting on October 18th! Learn more at www.burn2.org
Claydon House is a country house in the Aylesbury Vale, Buckinghamshire, England, near the village of Middle Claydon. It has been the home of the Verney family since 1620 and was rebuilt in the mid-eighteenth century by the 2nd Earl Verney. Come and explore this virtual re-creation of the house and gardens as they may have appeared in the eighteenth century.
Coeur di Amalfi is the first Italian region in Ville de Coeur. Dance at concerts in the piazza or the ballroom (under the cathedral) where formal balls are held occasionally. The area also includes shops, apartments, a quiet moderate beach, boating (mostly rowboats that can be taken to any of the 8 regions), trolley tours, bicycle riding, or just explore the tunnels and town on foot!
Inspired by the operations of the British Grand Fleet during WWI, this destination presents the flagship HMS Iron Duke in real size and captures the mood of that era, in the setting of Scapa Flow. Explore the dreadnought, climb up the forecastle and the bridge, go belowdecks and visit the wardroom, the admiral's and officers' quarters, the ratings' mess, and the galley.
Hotel Chelsea was created in 2009 and is a faithful replica of the famed New York Bohemian hangout that was home to many famous and infamous guests. Come and attend the weekly live music events (accomplished musicians play their own instruments) or take a stroll around the surrounding streets which house over 40 amazing art galleries, or maybe join a tour of the hotel itself to discover its secrets and history.
Take a hike, explore and tour the ruins of one of the "new seven wonders of the world" -- an impressive 3D replica of Machu Picchu, hosted by Universidad de San Martin de Porres from Peru.
Visit Mitsumi-Town, an ultra-realistic city region modeled from Google Maps and real photos of Tokyo. This intricately detailed region is painstakingly modeled after a small town in a Tokyo neighborhood.
Visit an in-world recreation of the beautiful French landmark, Mont Saint Michel.
Nelson's Column and Trafalgar Square, in the heart of London City, is a popular meeting point for new and experienced residents alike.
Neufreistadt is a charming town and surrounding valley inspired by the real-life Rothenburg ob der Tauber in Bavaria. Visit one of the pubs, cafes, or spend some quiet moments in the Kirche. The MoCa (Museum of Contemporary Art) is not to be missed. Wander the narrow streets of Neufreistadt and enter the gates of the beautiful Schloss, standing at the highest point. There are secrets to be found!
Loosely based on Brighton in the UK, New Brighton features a pier (and fireworks just after every sunset), scooters, shops, galleries, helicopter rides, a beach, diving, hot air balloons, jetboats, rides, UFOs and more. So what are you waiting for, get over here!
Return to Paris circa 1900, a time when romance and revolution were in the air and the Moulin Rouge was the hottest ticket in town. Rent a car and stop by some of the city's greatest landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Le Arc de Triomph, and the Great Ferris Wheel just as they were at the turn of the century.
Experience Paris, France with Paris Metro Couture. Stunning gowns drape and move like a dream while enjoying all the Paris regions attractions including shopping, the Eiffel Tower and the Paris Metro Art Gallery. All the real world Paris attractions here are perfect for photography, blogging and socializing.
Visit Rieri-Town, an incredibly realistic town modeled from Google Maps and real photos of Tokyo neighborhoods. Come and visit to feel the atmosphere of this contemporary Japanese location.
A true replica of the Parisien Royal Opera Garnier with amazing shows every Sunday. It was formed to encourage, educate and support the best in classical arts including music, dance, art, opera, and theater.
Sonora Mexico West is a Wild West roleplay destination in a historical atmosphere. An old west country RP, from North America to Mexico borderlands.
Wonder at the majesty of the St. Louis Gateway Arch in Second Life!
This virtual world reproduction of the famous central London cathedral, originally designed by Sir Christopher Wren in the 17th century, maintains some of its real world counterpart's splendor inside and out.
Learn about the culture, history and ecology of Singapore at Temasek.
The Peale in Baltimore, which is housed in the first purpose-built museum building in the United States, has extended its reach into the virtual world known as Second Life. While the current pandemic may prevent many people from visiting the Peale in person, this ambitious new project allows virtual visitors to explore the 1814 museum building online and attend curated exhibits and interactive events safely from the comfort of their homes. For more information, visit: thepealecenter.org
The Village is inspired by the village of Portmeirion, the setting for the 1960's tv show "The Prisoner". The Village offers rental cottages, apartments, and retail units. It is planned to be a lively community hosting art festivals and other events.
Welcome to "Le Jardin des Tuileriess" a realistic French garden located on the "Made in Paris" region. It is inspired by an authentic French garden you can find in Paris. Enjoy the lush greenery and the romantic atmosphere with a beautiful view of the Eiffel Tower. Don't forget to capture your memories with snapshots and add them to the Made in paris Flickr group: flickr.com/groups/made-in-paris
A virtual recreation of Beaufort Castle in Beauly Scotland. The castle is a 19th century Scots Baronial castle in the center of the region of Beauly, located in the Highlands of Scotland of SL. Built by Ethan MacAlpin, it features grand halls, hidden passageways, a private art collection and beautiful estate grounds. It's open to the public for exploring at any time.
New England Islands is inspired and modeled on the real-life US Cape Cod Islands. Visit and reclaim your childhood memories of seashells, reeds-covered tiny coiling marsh channels, and endless ocean waterways for relaxing great sailing while passing by lovely handcrafted dunes, beach shores, and cranberry bogs to savor the scenic beauty. Please visit and consider making this community your home.
Explore the virtual Chang'an, the capital of the Tang Dynasty (AD618-907) in China. You can see ancient Chinese (East Asian) cultural factors, including palaces, Buddhism temples, and gardens. Here you can dance, sing, entertain, and shop.
The Store Comedy Club in Second Life is a virtual homage to its legendary LA namesake. Under the creative guidance of Codyjlascala, this virtual venue opens its doors every Friday and Saturday night starting at 9pm PT, and on Wednesdays at 8pm PT, offering a stage for both budding and seasoned comedians to share their humor. Whether you're there to take the mic or to laugh at the jokes, The Store Comedy Club promises an evening of continuous laughter and memorable moments.
This destination is a virtual recreation of the Tsuruga Castle in the Aizu region of Fukushima Prefecture, known as Japan's Samurai City. It is part of the Aizu World Project, aiming to showcase Aizu's attractions in the digital space. This initiative captures the essence of cherry blossom season and is supported by the Japan Tourism Agency, which explores using digital platforms to boost tourism, blending historical sites with modern technology.
Aerodrome Amelia Earhart brings you back into the 1930s, an era of romance, discovering, and exploring the beauty of style and luxury. The Aerodrome provides hangars for planes, slips for seaplanes, and lovely boats.
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