Archive for October, 2011
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Oct 31, 2011
No CommentsEcuador
Where to Go The 30 national parks and 38 nature reserves of the country and many protected areas provide unique experiences. Many of them have been declared by UNESCO as biosphere reserves. They were established at both the flora and fauna to be preserved in their diversity as well as individual species, which play an...
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Oct 30, 2011
No CommentsItaly Travel Guides (part 4)
Resorts In mountainous areas, the Castelli Romani, the Romans often spend their weekends. Tivoli, Frascati, Genzano, Castel Gandolfo and Rocca di Papa, are the most popular attractions. Ostia, the ancient port of Rome, is now a popular seaside resort. In Anzio, Sabaudia, San Felice Circeo, Terracina and Sperlonga so you can spend a relaxing beach...
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Oct 29, 2011
No CommentsItaly Travel Guides (part 3)
Assisi is a picturesque medieval town, Which lies east of Perugia on a hill. Here lived and worked in St. Francis, the founder of the Franciscan Order. Giotto’s 28 frescoes, Which are the Basilica di San Francesco, adorn the oldest Gothic church in Italy, the life of the Holy dar. Other attractions of Goethe as...
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Oct 28, 2011
No CommentsSaudi Arabia
The stony desert plateau in the middle of Saudi Arabia, the Najd, is quite remote and inaccessible. Despite the oil wealth of some Najdis be keeping an semi-nomadic lifestyle. The numerous watch towers on the highest points of the plateau are reminiscent of the old conflict between nomads and farmers. The royal capital of Riyadh...
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Oct 27, 2011
No CommentsArmenia
Introduction The eastern fringes of the Republic of Azerbaijan in the border area should be avoided. The section described in the following attractions are located in regions that are not affected by the war and will probably not be drawn into the conflict. Nevertheless, one should first inform the Foreign Office in Berlin, the Foreign...
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Oct 26, 2011
No CommentsTurkmenistan
The capital, Ashgabat is a modern city was originally founded in 1881 (destroyed in 1948 earthquake), which has grown rapidly in recent years. Many of the major attractions are located at Svovoda prospectus. The Art Museum and the Ethnographic Museum in a beautiful building with columns and oriental windows housed (Ulitsa Makhtumkhuli, both museums are...
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Oct 25, 2011
No CommentsBenin Travel Guides
Abomey, the former capital of the Fon kingdom, lies about 100 km northeast of the present capital Porto Novo. Its kings were famous for their army of Amazons, with whom she went to war and for a long time resisted the French. There is an excellent museum on the history of the Kingdom of Abomey-,...
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Oct 24, 2011
No CommentsSouth Africa Travel Guides
Introduction South Africa is due to its varied landscape and the extensive range of activities and a World in One Country. At the top in favor of the visitors are the Western Cape, KwaZulu / Natal and the Eastern Cape. Gauteng May exist in this region it refreshing lakes, where you take boat rides, fishing,...
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Oct 24, 2011
No CommentsSudan Travel Guides
Khartoum The capital lies at the confluence of the Blue and White Nile. With the former capital of Omdurman and Khartoum North, it forms a unit, the tri-city capital is called. Among the attractions are the Omdurman camel market and the Arab souk (market). In the lobbies of major hotels and several shops in the...
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Oct 23, 2011
No CommentsItaly Travel Guides (part 2)
Major museums and attractions Bell tower of St. Mark’s Church, the Accademia delle Belle Arti (large collection of Venetian paintings from the 14th-18th century, including Titian and Tintoretto), Palazzo Rezzioni (Museum of Applied Art and Furniture of the 18th century), Casa Goldeen (San Toma- jetties) and Correr Civic Museum. Note The dam, which connects Venice...
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Oct 23, 2011
No CommentsItaly Travel Guides (part 1)
Northern Italy Regioni (counties): Valle d’Aosta, Piedmont, Lombardy, Liguria, Trentino Alto Adige, Veneto, Emilia-Romagna and Friuli-Venezia Giulia. Valle d’Aosta (Aosta Valley): In this charming area, situated along borders France and Switzerland, the highest mountains in Europe, Mont Blanc, Monte Rosa, Cervino (Matterhorn) and Gran Paradiso. Valle d’Aosta is politically autonomous and distinct in terms of...
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Oct 22, 2011
No CommentsTanzania Travel Guides
The coast In the fishing village Msasani, about 8 km from the capital, one can tombs from the 17th Century visit. In the south of Kilwa Kisiwani there are ruins to explore Arabic and Portuguese. In the area of Dar es Salaam are numerous beaches, particularly recommended are Kunduchi, Mjimwena Mbwa and Maji. The fishing...
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Oct 22, 2011
No CommentsUganda Travel
Where to Go The international airport in Entebbe near Kampala is the starting point for many a Uganda travel. The city has a botanical garden and a swimming beach on the lake (Bilharziosegefahr). Kasese to offer trips in the Ruwenzori Mountains and to the Edward-George-and crater lakes. Fort Portal is ideal for trips to the...
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Oct 21, 2011
No CommentsCountry Information Libya
Where to Go The old city of Tripoli is a typical North African with a maze of tiny streets. The port area may be photographed under any circumstances. The old fort of the Knights of Malta is well worth a visit, and at the Al-Jazaiyr place you can find houses from the colonial...
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Oct 21, 2011
No CommentsBelize Travel Guides
Introduction For better clarity, this section is divided into three regions, but do not reflect administrative boundaries. The government and the people of Belize are very aware of nature and promote ecotourism. All visitors are asked to behave in a considerate and environmentally conscious compared to fauna, flora and cultural heritage. Practical advice and the...
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Oct 20, 2011
No CommentsChina Travel Guides
Introduction China has 26 provinces with their own distinctive dialects and regional differences. A total of 23 sites in China were declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Routes are usually planned to best practical point of CITS (see Addresses), which also provide tour guides. The CITS guides are very helpful. Even for individuals traveling in...
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Oct 19, 2011
No CommentsPapua New Guinea Travel Guides
Port Moresby The capital, Port Moresby is situated on the harbor Fairfax. Here are the National Assembly and the National Museum, the Botanical Garden and the Catholic Church (in-house Tambaran style). There are many sports (including diving, windsurfing, sailing, water skiing, golf, tennis and squash). The area around the capital offers a wealth of attractions....
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Oct 18, 2011
No CommentsGuadeloupe Travel
Where to Go Point – Pitre is the industrial and economic center of Guadeloupe. At the heart of the beautiful city is the Place de la Victoire. On the colorful market, there is much to discover. At the picturesque harbor, visitors can watch the hustle and bustle and explore the narrow streets. The Pavilion dExposition...
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Oct 17, 2011
No CommentsCuracao Travel Guides
Willemstad Willemstad, the capital, was declared by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site and impresses with its interesting architecture. Besides colorful Dutch-style gabled houses are Cunucu-houses (African huts made of mud and wattle), with thatched cottages and elegant country houses of wealthy plantation owners. Willemstad is also one of the most attractive shopping paradises in...
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Oct 16, 2011
No CommentsBarbados Travel
Introduction The differences between the east and west coast are so strong that it should pay a visit to two. The east coast of the Atlantic is slightly built and of a pristine, rugged beauty. The west coast faces the Caribbean. Although almost all the hotels here are found, but the coast still has its...