Palio di Siena – horse festival in Italy Updated: December 26, 2020 | By Claire | More The city of Siena is composed of 17 different neighbourhoods. Twice a year, on July 2nd and August 16th, a resident from each of the 17 neighbourhoods competes against one another in the historic Palio di Siena. The […]
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Neuschwanstein Castle is the most famous fairy-tale castle in the world — the soaring Romanesque Revival fantasy of King Ludwig II of Bavaria, perched dramatically on a rocky Alpine outcrop above the village of Hohenschwangau, whose turrets, towers, and white limestone walls inspired Walt Disney’s Sleeping Beauty Castle and have become the single most iconic […]
Lichtenstein Castle – another fairytale castle in Germany with awe-inspiring views Updated: July 23, 2020 | By Claire | More It was back in 1840 when the Lichtenstein Castle was built in Germany, along the edges of the Swabian Alps. Sitting at an elevation of 817 meters above the sea, the Lichtenstein Castle overlooks the […]
Löwenburg Castle – fairy tale castle in Germany Updated: July 17, 2020 | By Claire | More While there are countless castles in Germany that are just waiting to be explored, none of them can compare to that of the Löwenburg Castle. This beautiful castle is located within the prestigious Wilhelmshöhe Berg Park. The Löwenburg […]
Aeolian Islands – unique volcano islands near Sicily, Italy Updated: January 25, 2020 | By Claire | More Aeolian Islands (sometimes called shortly “Lipari”) lies at the northern coast of Sicily. Lipari consist of seven islands: Vulcano, Lipari, Stromboli, Panarea, Salina, Alicudi and Filicudi. This archipelago is unique for a volcanic activity, which along with […]
Piran – charming port city on the Adriatic shore of Slovenia Updated: April 5, 2020 | By Claire | More The seaside town of Piran (Piran), with its five thousand inhabitants, is perhaps the most attractive and spectacular Slovenian seaside place called Venice of Slovenia. The charming Adriatic atmosphere of the city consists of historic […]
Eltz Castle – a beautiful example of fine German architecture Updated: April 2, 2020 | By Claire | More It was back in the 12th century when the Eltz Castle was first built in the western part of Germany. For 33 generations, the castle has remained in hands of the same family. Today, members of […]
Hohenzollern Castle in Germany – one of the most picturesque castles in Europe Updated: April 5, 2020 | By Claire | More Just outside of Stuttgart, you will find the Hohenzollern Castle – one of the most picturesque castles not only in Germany but also throughout the whole Europe. Situated on top of an 855 […]
Castello di San Marco Calatabiano in Italy, Sicily Updated: December 28, 2020 | By Claire | More The Castello di San Marco was originally built back in the 17th century and features the popular Sicilian Baroque architectural features that are prominent throughout much of the country. It was built as a summer residence for the […]
Serra da Estrela – the higest mountains in Portugal with a ski resort Updated: May 28, 2020 | By Claire | More When it comes to visiting Portugal, there are many interesting destinations within the country to visit. If you are looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of the overcrowded cities and […]
