Pra¾ský Hrad
Pra¾ský Hrad is a castle situated in the District of Hradèany. According to Guinness Book of Records, it is the largest castle in the world.more...
Pra¾ský Hrad is a castle situated in the District of Hradèany. According to Guinness Book of Records, it is the largest castle in the world.
Charles Bridge is 516 meters long and 9.5 meters wide. With 16 spans resting on 15 pillars, its the oldest useable stone bridge of such a length. It was originally referred to as Stone Bridge and Prague Bridge.
Prague is situated up on the hills in the valley of the Vltava River. The capital has always managed to escape destructions of wars. Nowadays it is one of the most beautiful and picturesque baroque examples in the world. Prague is a metropolitan city with a maze of romantic streets and architectural treasures.
An open-air museum of ethnography, Den Gamle By. The Old Town is indeed old even if it had never existed in the form it exists today. In 1914, seventy five different historical buildings were moved to the open air museum from 20 towns and cities. The oldest house dates back to the seventeenth century. 
Copenhagen is one of the largest cities in Europe, in which, unlike in other European capitals, the visitors will not find skyscrapers. The city is enshrined in copper roofs and circular, square, straight or spiraled towers. There are plenty of well-preserved beautiful narrow streets, which H. C. Andersen described in the following words: "the moon needs only a minute to cast its light on all of the houses".
Mon is the most charming island in South-Eastern Denmark. Its main attractions are chalk cliffs, which, combined with the view of the blue sea and abundant vegetation, are extremely impressive.
Skagen is the northernmost Danish city at the very end of Jutland peninsula. It is the place where the North and the Baltic Seas meet.
Is dedicated to the cultural history and ethnography of Sweden. The building was erected in 1907. It displays about 1,300,000 exhibits showing Swedish fashion, food and drinks, furniture, folk art, and other walks of life from the sixteenth century onwards.
The most expensive and the most embellished ship built in the seventeenth century. The construction works of the would-be flagship of the Swedish navy took three years of hard work by carpenters, ironworkers, rope makers, glaziers, sail makers, painters, and sculptors. However, the ship never left the port as it sunk during its maiden voyage after sailing just 1300 meters.
The capital of Sweden, is situated in the central part of Sweden. The city was built on 14 islands on the Baltic Sea. It has the population of over 760 thousand people. The researchers say the name of the city derives from words stock, and holm (a hill).
After the sunset, Stockholm changes its atmosphere. The city lights reflect in the surrounding water, cafés become extremely busy, and the nightlife begins..:-).
A few days of trekking the mountains and exploring the area of ¯ywiec provided an excellent photo opportunity. Rajcza is a very small, yet pretty village surrounded by mountains. I went mushrooming in the nearby woods and learned to recognize honey mushrooms :-). There are also a few photos taken in ¯ywiec :-)
Czêstochowa is the religious center of Poland. Every year, millions of pilgrims from Poland and other countries come to the Pauline Monastery to see the image of Black Madonna of Czêstochowa. The city has been pilgrims destination for over six hundred years. In the past, the city was under royal protection of the Polish kings. It has received numerous gift which are preserved and stored in the monastic treasury.
Saint Ann Mount (góra ¶w. Anny) - It is an exceptional place in the Silesian landscape. From time immemorial it has been the destination of countless pilgrimages. It was originally named "Góra Che³m", but it rename to honor Ann, the patron of Franciscan Monastery. 
Is a city with population of about 750 thousand people. It lies at the border of the Jurassic Rock Upland in the southern part of Poland, in the valley of the Vistula River, at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains. Krakow was the capital of Poland for over 550 years. Polish Kings took the greatest care in developing the city, which effort resulted in creation of one of the first universities in Central Europe.
The castle in Moszna was a residence of Prussian Tiele-Winckler House between the second half of the nineteenth century and 1945. The castle boasts 365 rooms and 99 towers and turrets. It has a total floorage of 7,000 sq. m. and a cubic capacity of about 65,000 m3
Is the capital of Lower Silesian Province. The city is one of the oldest and most beautiful in Poland. It is situated on the Order River, whose numerous tributaries and canals run through the city. There are 12 islands and 112 bridges in Wroc³aw, which is why it is often referred to as the Polish Venice. 
The Wieliczka Salt Mine is one of the most interesting and well known tourist attractions in Poland. The salt mine was used for almost 900 years. In 1978, the Wieliczka salt mine was placed on the original UNESCO roster of World Heritage Sites.
Aachen is situated in North Rhine-Westphalia . It is a historic spa with hot sulphur springs (up to 74°C). In the late Middle-ages it was a very important German political center. In later periods, Reichstag meeting were held in Aachen.
Frankfurt Airport. The largest airport in Germany and the second largest in Europe. It provides services to almost 50 million passengers every year (2002). The airport has greatly contributed to the development of the city, making it the main transportation centers in the world. 
On15 - 25 September 2005, an International Motor Show was held in Frankfurt, which was a great opportunity to present both the newest models as well future cars. 
One of the most frequently visited Frankfurt museums. It is divided into several areas. The tour begins with dinosaurs. There is a section with stuffed birds, insects, mammals etc.
Frankfurt on the Main is located near the mouth of Rhine. As a financial and transportation center of Germany with the largest number of commercial banks, the city is a driving force of the German economy. The modern city remarkably resembles New York.
This metropolitan city has a very specific atmosphere with its illuminated skyscrapers, especially along the Main River, where thousands of lights are reflected in the water.
Is a very attractive place due to its location, beautiful castle and university. Old town lies in the valley of the river Necka. The castle is one of the must-see tourist attractions.
Hessenpark near BAD HAMBURG is home to a heritage park that displays the city as it looked centuries ago. There are over 100 historical houses, the oldest of which are 400 years old.
The second largest city in the country known as the gate to the Norwegian fiords. It is the biggest fishing port and one of the largest cultural centers of the country. Bergen was founded in about 1070 by King Olaf III of Norway. It is the most important industry center of the North and the capital of Norwegian economy.
Prekestolen (Preachers Pulpit) is situated near Bergen in Southern Norway. It is a massive cliff (597m), which opens onto Lysefjorden, considered by many the most beautiful scenery in the whole country.
Lisbon is the capital and largest city of Portugal. It is located in the west of the country, on the Atlantic Ocean coast at the mouth of the river Tagus. The area of todays Lisbon has been inhabited since the ancient Romans times. The name of the city was given by the Moors, who conquered the land in the eighth century.
Southernmost part of the European continent. On a 140-meter-high cliff stands a lighthouse resisting strong storms and winds. At the very edge of the land there is a cross and a statue marking the end of the Old Continent. The area is covered in endemic plants and colorful flowers of the blooming thistle.
Dresden is also known as the Florence of the Elbe. The city lies on both banks of the river Elbe. It is the capital city of the German Federal Free State of Saxony. It is one of the countrys most interesting cities and most important centers of music in Europe.
The city was founded in 1048. Today, it has over 500 thousand citizens. It has been the capital of the country since the fourteenth century, during which the capital was transferred from Bergen to today`s Oslo.
Flamsban is one of the most spectacular cableway in the world. A train traveling across Flamsban goes at the speed of 20km per hour. The visitors go through 20 tunnels from the upper Bergen Myrdal station to the city of Flam situated in the longest fjord in the world, Sognefjord. There are several large ferries traveling to Flam.
The current capital of Malta with magnificent fortifications. The city was named after the Grandmaster of the Order of Saint John, Jean Parisot de la Valette. Built in its entirety by the Order, the city is only 1km long, with population of 110,000.
The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lichen is located in village of Stary Licheñ, near Konin in Wilekopolskie Province. One of the largest sanctuaries in Poland (1,5 million pilgrims and tourists every year), wich is run by the Marianists, who came to the parish in 1949.
Populated by 18,000 people, the town is situated in the middle of the island of Malta. In 1610 the citizens of the town built the Church of St Mary, which is also known as the Rotunda of St Marija Assunta. All the townsmen were involved personally in the construction works. 
MarsaxlokkIn English known as Marsa Scirocco, Marsaxlokk is a fishing village situated in the south-eastern part of Malta. In Maltese the name means "the Port of Scirocco (Mediterranean wind)". The pace of life in the village is slow and peaceful. The village is located in the Marsaxlokk bay, where the army of the Order of Saint John fought the Turks in 1656.
The city owes its character to numerous former fortifications located on steep cliffs as well as valleys and canyons, among which meander Alzette and Pétrusse rivers. It was one of the most famous fortresses in Europe, known as Northern Gibraltar. Although a large part of the fortress was dismantled during the demilitarization period between 1867-1913, the remaining structure can still fascinate the eye.
Malaga is one of the most important Spanish fishing ports. The capital of Málaga Province has the population of 531,000 people. Antonio Banderas and Pablo Picassos hometown as well as the city of Salvador Dali is situated on the picturesque southern coast of Spain.
The old capital of Malta situated in the central part of the island. The town was founded by the Romans in the eleventh century. It was subsequently divided by the Arabs into Mdina and the neighboring Rabat. In its long history the town was known as Melita, Mdina, Notabile, and Citta Vecchia. The oldest and most prestigious Maltese families reside in Mdina.
It is the second largest island within the Maltese Archipelago, located only 6km west off the island of Malta. The island is a real paradise for tourists seeking tranquility and privacy during their vacations. The most attractive places on the island include the capital of Victoria (Rabat) and the Azure Window in the western part.
It is the name of a passenger ship modeled on a Turkish two-master, which takes tourists along the northern cost of Malta, Gozo, and Comino. During the cruise the passengers have a wonderful panorama of the area, they can sunbathe, swim, and snorkel.
Jerusalem is one of the most fascinating cities in the world. The capital of Israel and its largest city. Located in the Judean Mountains, between the Mediterranean Sea and the northern tip of the Dead Sea. The city has very long history and is the focal point of Judaism, Christianity and Islam. 
Bamberg is a town in Bavaria, Germany. It is located in Upper Franconia on the river Regnitz, close to its confluence with the river Main. The notes of the town date back to as early as 902. Bambergs Old Town has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage since 1993.
Capital city of the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia. Thanks to its prestigious museums, theatres, concert halls, and galleries, it is considered an international artistic and cultural metropolis. Düsseldorf is well-known for its Altbier, a dark beer, which is brewed only in the region of Düsseldorf.
Is one of the highest mounts (elevation 950 m). The place is a real treat for winter sports lovers. Good weather conditions guarantee plenty of snow even if theres no snow adjacent areas, such Frankfurt, which is only 120 kilometers away!
Capital city of the sate of Hesse since 1945 with population of 270 thousand people. The city is located in the region of Rhine and Main, which is one of the strongest economic centers in Germany. It offers a rich cultural life and plenty of entertainment, both connected with a very high standard of living in the area.
Würzburg is a city in the region of Franconia which lies in the northern tip of Bavaria, Germany. Würzburg hosts a baroque palace, residence of bishops, which is on the UNESCO world heritage list. Fortress Marienberg is situated on a hill on the opposite side of the Main.
Satzvey Castle is one of the most beautiful and best maintained moated castles of Nordrhine-Westfalia and Northern Germany. It was built in 1396. The moated Eicks Castle was built in late-baroque style in 1344.
Stuttgart is the capital of the state of Baden-Württemberg in southern Germany. The city has the population of about 600 thousand people and lies in a lush valley surrounded by areas most suitable for vineyards. Stuttgart is one of the most industrialized cities in the world.
The city whose history is still vividly present, casting its spell on the visitors. . The monastery gardens, knights chamber, the kitchen, as well as the monastery mill and the city museum are particularly noteworthy
The Cathedral is dedicated to Saint Peter and the Blessed Virgin Mary. It is a symbol of Cologne. The five nave basilica with three nave transept and presbytery, which resolved into a chevet of seven radiating chapels. Construction of the Gothic church began in 1248.
It is one of two botanical gardens in Frankfurt am Main. It was privately founded by architect Heinrich Siesmaye on March 16th, 1871. The botanical exhibits including many exotic plants are organized according to their origin in greenhouses or in the open.
It is a cave carved by sea waves, located in the western part of Malta near Zurrico (Maltese: ¯urrieq). The grotto consists of a number of underground canals running under the water level.
It is a small town situated in the north-eastern part of the island, connected to adjacent Qawra by a wonderful marina. The town offers a wide variety of tourist attractions, pubs, restaurants, and discos. In the summer the streets of Bugibba are full of life, crowds of tourists, and music resounding till late night.
Mìlník is situated just a short distance off Prague on the right bank of Vltava River. Its home to a castle, which was a former residence of Czech dukes. The castle was rebuilt in a Renaissance style in later periods. Wine lovers can drop by the place to taste wines produced by local vineyards.
Lookout Tower is located on the top of Petøín Hill. The tower resembles the Eiffel Tower, which was intentional effort to emphasize the cultural connections between Prague and Paris. It was built in 1891 to commemorate Anniversary Exhibition.
The National Museum is a neo-renaissance building located on the upper end of Wenceslas Square. It was built in the period between 1885 and 1891. It displays a large collection of prehistoric artifacts, as well as mineralogical, paleontology, zoological and anthropologic exhibits.
The gardens around Verdala Palace are a very special place. They feature the only indigenous forest present on the island, planted by Grand Master Lascaris in the seventeenth century.
Praia da Rocha - the city attracts tourists to its beautiful beaches with soft sand and wonderful rocks. Nowadays, the resort is full of skyscrapers and hotels.
In the south of Lagos the sea has sculpted breathtaking landscapes, which are best viewed from a fishing boat provided by the local fishermen.
Mount Giewont is the symbol of Zakopane for tourists visiting the town. The mount (1894m) is not highest in the country, but its northern side is clearly visible from a distance. At the peak there is a cross erected in 1901.
The city is transformed after sunset, it becomes mysterious and quiet. People stroll around the town, while the cafés at Old Town Square get crowded. The illuminating provide a spectacular display of colors. The visitors can relax, discover new cafés, and wander among the thickets of narrow streets.
The name of cliffs and a village in the south of Malta in commemoration of Tommaso Dingli, a seventeenth-century architect. 
A fishing village that was originally built as a film set. After the shooting the rustic buildings were bought by an entrepreneur, who turned it into a museum. 
Hagar Qim and Mnajdra are two adjacent temples in the western part of Malta near Blue Grotto. They were built of large lime stones 5,000 years ago, in the Neolithic period.
The town is located in the north coast of Malta, near the capital city of Valletta. The name means peace, comfort. With a large number of shops, pubs, and discos, the town is the most entertaining part of the island. 
A small town near Medina, which is home to the famous Catacombs of St. Paul and of St. Agatha under the local streets. Another tourist attraction is a Baroque Parish church featuring Saint Peters grotto underneath. 
A water park on Malta providing a great entertainment for adults and children alike. There are a lot of slides, swimming pools, playgrounds, and an amusement park. The adjacent Mediterraneo Marine Park is a place to see dolphins & sea lions shows. 
Located 2 km off Mosta, a small arts & crafts village, featuring articles made of wonderfully colorful Maltese glass. The buildings of the center were used as air force barracks during the WWII.
One of the most beautiful beaches on Malta. It is situated in a very picturesque bay on the west coast. The golden sands and refreshing sea breeze attract thousands of tourists every year. The bay boasts a number of luxurious hotels.
The city has plenty of tourist attractions. The tourist can learn the thousand-year-old history of the city when strolling along the Old Town walls. The best panorama stretches from the Adolphe Bridge and the Grand Duchess Charlotte Bridge.
It is a complex of palaces including a fortress, which was the last residence of the Moorish rulers of Granada in Europe. On 2nd January 1492, in order to save his life, Emir Boabdil gave the symbolic keys to the besieged fortress to the Spanish rulers - Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella I of Castile.
The Eiffel Tower is the best known building in Paris. Its considered the landmark of France.Built between 1887-1889, nowadays it is the tallest building in Paris and France altogether.The structure is 325 m high
Canals and waterways are the citys hallmark and they make up the citys specific atmosphere. For a rather small city Amsterdam has an abundance of museums and galleries. It is also the center of sexual freedom with its famous red lights district. 
The oldest Dutch city is situated on both sides of the Meuse river in the most south-eastern part of the country. In 1992, the Maastricht treaty was negotiated and signed by European Council, which led to the creation of European Union. The treaty went into effect in November of 1993. 
The port of Rotterdam is the largest port in the world known as Gateway to Europe. The city is an excellent example of modern architecture of the concrete and glass era. There arent many historical buildings in the city, but one can visit very interesting museums. In Boymans-Van Beuningen museum, for example, one can see paintings by Bosch, Breughel, Rembrandt, Cezanne or Dali.
The name of the city literally means in the Dukes Forest, but its long name is often abbreviated to Den Bosch. It is located in the mouth of two rivers: Domel and Aa. The capital of North Brabant is a historical and cultural center of this part of Holland. The city is considered the most entertaining city in the country.
The cathedral is in a net of streets and old tenements. The construction of the cathedral took three hundred years starting in the XVI century. All in all, it has 15 chapels and 24 altars! The huge interior measures 117x72m, and is 48 meters high. There are 15 chapels and 24 alters inside. The choir chambers with 42 statues of saints are the most precious elements of the cathedral.
Malaga is a never-sleeping city except on a short break in the afternoon. Picasso Square is traversed by thousands of tourists late evening till late early morning.
The cargo port is not far from the city center. I discovered it accidentally and found it found extremely interesting. It is difficult to come across people there, but there are plenty of seagulls.
Odense is one of the oldest Danish cities, still remembering the times of the Vikings. It was the center of power during the rule of Harald Bluetooth Gormson. The city is best known for Hans Christian Andersens tales. 
East Jutland is a rich region with many large cities, such as Aalborg, Aarhus or Kolding. Mild climate and a great natural setting contribute to the development of the region.
Nothing but sand, dunes, wind and the sea under the endless Northern sky. Even the most fastidious tourists will enjoy the 80-kilometer-long area between Nymindegab and Thyboron, which is one of the most beautiful regions on the North Sea.
Masada is the name for a site of ancient palaces and fortifications in the South District of Israel on top of an isolated rock plateau, or large mesa, on the eastern edge of the Judean Desert overlooking the Dead Sea. After the First Jewish-Roman War (also known as the Great Jewish Revolt) a siege of the fortress by troops of the Roman Empire led to the mass suicide of Jewish rebels, who preferred death to surrender.
I went from Frankfurt to Portugal by plane which allowed me to have a good view of the cloudless Portugal sky for a few hours. The scenery was wonderful during the trip, the mountains, rivers and cities seemed very small from the birds eye view.
Himmelbjerget is situated in the very heart of Sohojland. Placed over 147 meters above sea level, the top of the mount present an exquisite panorama of the surrounding area. People had considered it as Denmarks highest mount until Yding Skovhoj was properly measured.
Haifa is the largest city in Northern Israel, and the third-largest city in the country, with a population of over 264,900. Haifa has a mixed population of Jews and Arabs. It is also home to the Baháí World Centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Haifa, built on the slopes of Mount Carmel, has a history dating back to Biblical times. Today, the city is a major seaport located on Israels Mediterranean coastline in the Bay of Haifa covering 63.7 square kilometres.
The Dead Sea is a salt lake between Israel and the West Bank to the west, and Jordan to the east. It is 420 metres below sea level and its shores are the lowest point on the surface of the Earth on dry land. The Dead Sea is 380 m deep, the deepest hypersaline lake in the world. It is also one of the worlds saltiest bodies of water, with 33.7 percent salinity. This salinity makes for a harsh environment where animals cannot flourish, hence its name. The Dead Sea is 67 kilometres long and 18 kilometres wide at its widest point. It lies in the Jordan Rift Valley, and its main tributary is the Jordan River.
Tel Aviv-Yafo usually Tel Aviv, is the second-largest city in Israel, with an estimated population of 390,100. The city is situated on the Israeli Mediterranean coastline, with a land area of 51.8 square kilometres. It is the largest and most populous city in the metropolitan area of Gush Dan. The city is governed by the Tel Aviv-Yafo municipality, headed by Ron Huldai. Tel Aviv was founded in 1909 on the outskirts of the ancient port city of Jaffa. The growth of Tel Aviv soon outpaced Jaffa, which was largely Arab at the time.
