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Movie Set Travel: The Last Legion

August 17, 2007 at 9:05 AM | 0 Comments

Sometimes there's nothing quite like feeling a little support on your side, so grab your runnin' crew and head to this week's pick: The Last Legion. The movie's centered on young Romulus Augustus who flees his crumbling city and heads to Britain to track down his very own legion. This is the prequel to the King Arthur legend, for you Knights of the Round table fans out there.

Colin Firth and Ben Kingsley appear, as does stunnig Indian actress Aishwarya Rai. Expect dashing sword flights and misty walks across chilly bogs: Perfect for a humid summer afternoon.

The Last Legion was shot in some stunning locations, including Slovakia. Here are some interesting things to check out in this culturally rich country:

Where To Stay: Hotel Kamila -- Steal away from the bustle of the cities and tuck into Hotel Kamila, an 18th-century château owned by Slovak actress Kamila Magálová. With just 25 rooms, it's known as family-friendly and has activities to keep everyone happy like riding, golf, tennis, and a wellness center with a solarium. Tradition abounds here and the restaurant serves German and French dishes as well as famed Mövenpick coffee.

Where To Snack: Leberfinger -- Perched on the right side of the Danube in Bratislava, Leberfinger has had a checkered past including burning down entirely in 1992. It was reconstructed and now features an outside patio and traditional Slovak cuisine (think deer medallions in hazelnut crust), as well as a downstairs pub for after-dinner beers.

Where To Stroll: Michael's Gate -- This is the only preserved gate of the city's originally built three. It still retains its Gothic design and visitors can climb to the top for a city view, as well as check out antique weapons inside.

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