Since 2009, parts of the Dolomites have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Formed more than 200 million years ago, the spectacular rock formations of gentle mountain meadows, alpine pastures and steeply rising rocks made of dolomite and limestone in between are a true holiday paradise for mountaineers, hikers and winter sports enthusiasts alike. This unique bizarre...
Only about 170 kilometers away from the Adriatic coast is Zagreb, which combines the southern rural flair with Central European culture. The capital of Croatia with almost 804,000 inhabitants offers many sights with a long history and modern facilities as well as parks, which are described in more detail in the following article. Inhalt Toggle Lotrscak TowerGreen...
The land of Lincoln, that’s what Illinois calls itself on its license plates. In fact, the state in the Midwest of the USA has a lot of history to offer. But beyond that, Illinois is extremely versatile and offers plenty of room for travel experiences. Inhalt Toggle Illinois – American microcosmCosmopolitan city ChicagoOff the beaten trackDiscover Illinois on...
Anyone who hears the name of the Austrian capital immediately has music in their ears: Mozart, Beethoven, but also Gustav Mahler and Peter Alexander lived and worked in Vienna. Vienna was and is not for nothing the home of many musicians and artists. The vibrant city of Vienna combines the magnificent flair of its imperial history with modern cool. Whether you are...
Forests, glaciers, crystal-clear mountain lakes and a fantastic location in the Upper Engadine Lake District – St. Moritz is Switzerland’s original winter wonderland and the cradle of Alpine tourism. Probably everyone is familiar with the name. Nobles, the rich and beautiful and all those who want to belong have been coming here since 1864. With the high...
Marie-Galante is a Caribbean island that is part of the Lesser Antilles . It is part of the French overseas department of Guadeloupe. The small island is almost round like a circle and reaches a diameter of 15 kilometers. Among the special features of the island are its many windmills. In earlier times, they were used to squeeze sugar cane. At that time, there were...
When the name Ibiza is mentioned, many people immediately think of its reputation as a party island. But the island, which is located in the Mediterranean, has much more to offer and is not only a destination for hipsters in a party mood. Ibiza has an exciting history and a diverse culture against the backdrop of Spanish serenity. Away from the bars and discos, there...
Limassol is a port city on the southern coast of Cyprus and the second largest city after the capital Nicosia. Limassol is located in the bay of Akrotiri and is an important tourist and economic center. The city took this position especially after the Turkish invasion in 1974 . As a result of the division, the republic lost the touristically important cities of...
Off the coast of Thailand, surrounded by white sandy beaches and blue sea water, there are countless small island groups that are suitable for Thailand island hopping and that could not be more contrasting. Off the west coast of the South Asian country, the islands of the Andaman Sea are quite scattered. It includes Phuket, Koh Lanta and Koh Libong. On the east side...
Butjadingen is a peninsula in the far northwest of Lower Saxony, which is becoming increasingly popular with tourists. This is mainly due to the charming landscape, which was completely unknown to many visitors until then. The exciting thing is that Butjadingen is surrounded by various bodies of water. The North Sea, Jade and Weser together form a natural border. The...