Category Archive: Europe

May 20

The Amazing Churches of Rome

  Rome is an amazing city and as it is obvious that churches are for most of the visitors one of the main attractions. Since imperial times Rome has been in constant connection with the history of the Christian faith. Thus it is certainly a living museum of religious history, attraction and art. Every corner …

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May 18

Vilnius, Lithuania: The charm of a beautiful European capital

  Lithuania still sounds like a new country for many of us, the true is that this is an ancient nation, a land which has been populated by a diversity of peoples over the centuries. My trip to Vilnius, the capital was full of discoveries. It was an encounter with a beautiful European town with …

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May 11

Oxford UK: wonders beyond the books

  One doesn’t have to be a scholar to appreciate the qualities and attractions of Oxford. This famed university town is quite a tourist attraction in addition to being a place of great learning. Perhaps the most alluring aspects are the centuries old campuses, the manicured lawns, splendid gardens and lively pubs and shops.

Apr 26

Karlovy Vary: A noteworthy spa town in Czech Republic

  Karlovy Vary is a spectacular small town in the heart of the region of Bohemia in the Czech Republic. Those looking for an idyllic European city full of quaint architecture, cozy hotels and ubiquitous spas should look no further than here. Every twist and turn of this town’s noble streets seem to offer another …

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Mar 24

Dresden, Germany: city of lasting treasures

  This unassuming capital of the famed Saxony region of Germany has much to offer in terms of beautiful art, architecture and surroundings. Perhaps that is why above all it can be called a city of lasting treasures. It is a city that holds an impressive and dear patrimony of creativity that is like a …

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Mar 17

Two Great touring sites in Spain: El Escorial and Valle de Los Caídos

In a perfect day trip from Madrid escape to some enchanting monuments of wonder   What are they? Valle de los Caidos is a controversial, yet singularly impressive monument and basilica cut into the heart of a mountain as a memorial to the fallen of the Spanish Civil War. It is generally open every day …

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Mar 15

Berlin: the city of alluring transformation

    Having heard good things about Berlin before and quite honestly just wanting to get to the bottom of it, I recently undertook a trip there. After having experienced it I think it ranks among some of the best European capitals and it is a touring treasure central Europe. The city’s lengthy and storied …

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Mar 13

Krakow, a city not to miss when visiting Poland

I have been hearing about Krakow for many years now . Still I hadn’t had the chance to visit it maybe because the flight connections are not always the easiest ones or the most affordable. In fact Warsaw –the capital- captures almost the totality of the international traffic from abroad. But in the end, a …

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Mar 10

Porto, Portugal: a creative cultural legacy

  It seems again and again, from top to bottom and East to West Portugal is a destination that while seemingly small on the European stage is packed with marvels and delights at every turn. The Northern city of Porto is no exception. It is a city with a strong history, proud artistic and architectural …

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Mar 07

Castel Gandolfo, Italy: a scenic adventure just outside Rome

  Set just fifteen miles Southeast of Rome, one can feel an immediate escape into the wilds of Italy at this scenic and panoramic town. Castel Gandolfo like many of the little towns in this area known as Castelli Romani sits atop one of the majestic Alban hills. Like many of the cities in this …

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