The German Baltic island Rügen lies off the coast of Mecklenburg Vorpommern. With an area of around 900 square kilometers, Rügen is the largest island in the Federal Republic of Germany. The island has more than 70.000 inhabitants, spread over the many villages of the…
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Madrid is the capital of Spain and with more than 3 million inhabitants it is the third largest city in the European Union. Madrid was founded in the 9th century and is today the political, economic and cultural center of the country. Madrid offers a…
Kotor is an old Mediterranean port city at the southeastern end of the Bay of Kotor in Montenegro. The city and its bay surrounded by rugged cliffs are the most visited tourist region of Montenegro. Kotor’s medieval old town is probably the biggest attraction for…
Amsterdam is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. The Dutch capital is not only famous for its sights like the Anne Frank House or the Rijksmuseum, but also for its vibrant nightlife, delicious restaurants, fancy stores and easy-going locals. Even if Amsterdam has…
Enna, the capital of the province of Enna, is a city in Sicily and has around 28 thousand inhabitants. Enna is located in the geographical center of Sicily at an altitude of 968 meters on a horseshoe-shaped summit on Monte San Giuliano. Enna is also called Belvedere (view point)…
Syracuse, the capital of the province of Syracuse, is one of the most beautiful cities in Sicily. With its magnificent old town Ortygia and its location right next to the sea, it attracts a lot of visitors throughout the year. In ancient times, Syracuse was the…
With a population of 1.6 million Barcelona is the second most populous municipality in Spain and the capital city of the autonomous community of Catalonia. Due to its numerous architectural highlights, its mediterranean flair and its attractive and exciting nightlife it’s a popular destination for…
Korcula is a Croatian island in the Adriatic Sea and lies just off the Dalmatian coast. With more than 15.000 inhabitants it is the second most populous Adriatic island after Krk. The easiest way to come to Korcula is by ferry (it takes 3 hours…
Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic”, is a Croatian city which is situated on the Dalmatian coast. At the beginning of the 13th century it became an important Mediterranean sea power. The most interesting and most beautiful part to visit is the Old Town, a…
Salzburg is the fourth-largest city in Austria and is famous for its historic city center with its numerous architectural treasures. Salzburg has one of the best-preserved city centers in the German-speaking world and was listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. Especially fans of…