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In the late 19th century, Louis Vuitton was a renowned trunks and luggage retailer.
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Holmes would kill anyone for pleasure but he was apparently most aroused by the murder of young children and women.
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Hotels thrive on the names of the illustrious guests who’ve graced the premises in years gone by. The guest lists of top hotels often read like a who’s who of modern history, invariably containing infamous names as well as famous ones. And they don’t come much more infamous than Adolf Hitler.
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This is not one of the Most Famous Hotels in the World, but certainly one of the most famous locations. The Mansion Hotel in Shanghai opens:
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