The picturesque Croatian coast and many dozens of islands in the Adriatic Sea together belong to the Dalmatia region. The jagged rock formations here stand out beautifully against the green hills of Croatia. Famous places[…]
Category: Europe
Sights of Heidelberg, Germany
According to Cachedhealth.com, Heidelberg is often mentioned in top 10 lists of nicest cities in Germany. The number of Dutch people who travel to Heidelberg especially for a city trip is quite small. Quite remarkable[…]
Memo to Tourists in Spain
During walks and excursions in Spanish cities and villages, it is better to have a photocopy of your passport with you, and keep your passport, money and air ticket in a hotel safe. Tourists should[…]
Mozhaysk, Russia
According to Andyeducation.com, Mozhaisk is located near the Mozhaisk reservoir, 110 km west of Moscow. The first mention of the city dates back to 1231. In 1277 Mozhaisk became the specific center of the Smolensk[…]
Turkish Cuisine
Strange as it may sound, but the dishes in Turkey are very similar to those that can be found on our tables. These can be cabbage rolls, bread, barbecue, jam, etc. Residents of this eastern[…]
Science and Culture of Montenegro
According to Andyeducation, almost half of the population of Serbia and Montenegro had only primary education or did not even receive it. Of the students admitted to elementary school, one in ten did not graduate.[…]
Russia Economic and Financial Policy Between 1999 and 2007
To cope with the effects of the heavy crisis in the financial markets that hit the Russia at the end of the 20th century, the government gave greater impetus to economic policies, in order to[…]
Switzerland Arts and Architecture in Modern Age
FROM THE RENAISSANCE TO THE 19TH CENTURY The passage to the Renaissance took place with a discontinuous process, parallel to the persistent action of the medieval tradition. The cities, in the exaltation of civic power[…]
Italy Government
The government. – Art. 1 of the law of 24 December 1925, n. 2263, on the attributions and prerogatives of the head of the government, states: “The executive power is exercised by the king through his government. The king’s[…]
Greece Rivers and Mountains Part II
Another offshoot still sends the Pindus eastward, towards the sea: the one that near its detachment from the great chain culminates in Mount Eta (2158 m.), And then slopes down to the Gulf of Lamía,[…]
France Population and Communications
Population. – On the basis of the census of May 10, 1954, the population of France was 42,774,174 residents, With an increase of 5.5% compared to the census of 1946. From more recent evaluations, in[…]
Greece Rivers and Mountains Part I
The climatic differences, and especially of precipitations, determine a scarcity in eastern Greece, and a relative abundance of running waters in western Greece. So that almost all the watercourses of eastern Greece have a torrential[…]
Germany Cinema
Federal Republic of Germany The western Germany found itself immediately after the destruction of the Second World War to face the problem of industrial reconstruction. The effort made in this sense resulted in a real boom in[…]
Spain History – The Age of the Catholic Monarchs Part 2
So short was the pact concluded with Charles VIII, when the latter, about to attempt the Italian enterprise, wanted to secure his back from an attack by his dangerous neighbor: Ferdinando stipulated it to obtain[…]
Spain History – The Age of the Catholic Monarchs
The union between the Castilian and the Catalan-Aragonese monarchies was accomplished with the marriage of Isabella of Castile and Ferdinand of Aragon. It was a question, it should be borne in mind, that it was[…]
Auvergne in France
The Auvergne is a region in the center of France. It is made up of the departments of Puy-de-Dome, Cantal, Haute-Loire and Allier. It is one of the country’s historical provinces. the Auvergne derives its[…]
Haithabu and Danewerk
In the north of Germany, at the gates of Schleswig, you can find one of the most famous trading centers in Northern Europe. Haddeby, the Low German modification of the Old Norse Haithabu, the name[…]
Brussels, Belgium Landmarks
Mary Chocolatier in Brussels the purveyor to the court turns the pleasure of chocolates into an experience Brussels is famous for its exquisite chocolate specialties. When they come from “Chocolatier Mary”, they even have a[…]
Russian Music
Russian music, term for the music of the Great Russians, Ukrainians and Belarusians. The beginnings of Russian folk and church music go back to the prehistory and early history of the Slavic population of this[…]
Internship in London
According to abbreviationfinder, London is one of the most diverse metropolises in the world. Although English is the official language of the capital of Great Britain, more than 300 languages are spoken there. The city’s[…]
Education in United Kingdom
General The school system in the UK varies from country to country. For example, the school systems in Wales, Northern Ireland and England tend to focus on specialized knowledge, whereas the system in Scotland is[…]
Road Trip By Motorhome along The East Coast of Spain
Enjoy the absolute freedom with a motorhome on your trip to Spain. You travel from Barcelona in the north to Seville in the south along the east coast of Spain. Enjoy the many delicious sandy beaches, explore[…]
Mostar Bridge and Old Town (World Heritage)
According to youremailverifier, the Starimost, the old bridge over the Neretva, was built in the 16th century and connected the Croatian part west of the Neretva and the Bosnian east part for 400 years. During[…]
Bratislava, Slovakia Sightseeing
City highlights Old Town Hall The Gothic town hall (14th century), one of the oldest stone buildings in the old town of Bratislava, is located directly on the city’s main square. More details under Bratislava[…]
Amsterdam Festivals and Events
Amsterdam: Tourist Office Tourist offices Amsterdam Tourist Office (VVV) Tel: 0900-400 40 40 www.vvv.nl Stationsplein 10 Leidseplein 1 daily 9 am-5pm Main station platform 2b Mon-Sat 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun 9 a.m.-5 p.m. De Ruyterkade[…]
Transportation and Currency in Serbia
ON THE GO Overview Travel times from Belgrade to the following major cities (approximate hours and minutes): Traveling by plane Flight connections within Serbia are not offered by the local airlines. On the way by[…]
Transportation in Finland
ON THE GO Traveling by plane There are 22 Finnish domestic airports, 18 of which are serviced regularly – sometimes several times a day. Finnair’s domestic network (AY) (Internet: www.finnair.com) is excellent. Blue1 (SK) also[…]
Kaliningrad Arrival and Transport
Formalities, visas The provisions of the Russian Federation apply to entry into the Kaliningrad Region: German, Austrian and Swiss nationals require a visa for entry, which must be applied for in good time at the[…]
Attractions in Costa Brava
With its attractive beaches and almost 200 days of sunshine a year, the Costa Brava is one of the most popular holiday regions in Spain. It begins at the small seaside resort of Portbou in[…]
FLIGHTS, ACCOMMODATION AND MOVEMENT IN ALGARVE
Faro is the starting and ending point for many Algarve trips, as the city has an international airport. Flights to Faro There are no more direct flights from Helsinki to Faro in the Algarve ,[…]