June 1, 2010 by europeexplored
Gran Paradiso National Park, Valle D’Aosta in Italy Updated: December 28, 2020 | By Claire | More In the Graian Alps situated in the Valle D’Aosta you will find the Gran Paradiso National Park. The park is named for the mountain which is found within the borders of the park. While originally created to protect […]
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May 31, 2010 by europeexplored
Eisriesenwelt Ice cave in Austria – the largest ice cave in entire world Updated: March 4, 2020 | By Claire | More You will find the famous Eisriesenwelt Caves located in Werfen, Austria, just south of Salzburg. The cave itself is situated on the side of Hochkogel mountain. It is most commonly referred to as […]
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May 30, 2010 by europeexplored
Krimmler waterfalls – the highest waterfalls in Austria Updated: February 25, 2020 | By Claire | More While there are a number of excellent waterfalls that can be found throughout Austria, the tallest in the nation is none other than that of the Krimml Waterfalls which are formed by the Krimmler Ache river just outside […]
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Categories: Austria, Nature
May 29, 2010 by europeexplored
Seisenberg Gorge in Austria – admire the awe-inspiring beauty of this natural wonder Updated: March 7, 2020 | By Claire | More Just outside the village of Weissbach which can be found in Salzburg, Austria one will find the 600 meter long Seisenberg Gorge (Seisenbergklamm). This 50 meter deep canyon was virtually inaccessible until woodcutter’s […]
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May 28, 2010 by europeexplored
Lamprecht’s Cave – one of the largest systems of caves in Europe | Austria Updated: February 27, 2020 | By Claire | More While there are countless caves that can be visited throughout Europe, perhaps one of the most popular destinations is that of the Lamprecht’s Cave (Lamprechtshöhle) which can be found in Austria. It […]
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May 27, 2010 by europeexplored
Lake Königssee – a must see place in Berchtesgaden National Park | Germany Updated: February 27, 2020 | By Claire | More Located in the southeastern portion of Germany, where you will find the nation’s border with Austria, you will also find the majestic Lake Königssee. For the most part, the lake is situated within […]
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May 26, 2010 by europeexplored
Danube Delta in Romania – second largest delta in Europe Updated: February 19, 2020 | By Claire | 1 More Perhaps one of the most famous rivers in all of Europe is that of the Danube River. And although the river meanders its way through much of continent, it is in the nation of Romania, […]
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May 25, 2010 by europeexplored
Savica Waterfall – the most famous waterfall in all of Slovenia Updated: March 7, 2020 | By Claire | More When it comes to visiting the countryside of Slovenia, there are a number of beautiful and picturesque destinations to choose from. However, one of the most popular destinations in the country is that of Bohinj […]
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May 23, 2010 by europeexplored
Liechtenstein Gorge – one of the most beautiful gorges in Alpine region | Austria Updated: March 1, 2020 | By Claire | More When it comes to the Alps, there are countless gorges that can be found throughout the entire mountain range. However many people consider one of the most beautiful and of course the […]
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May 23, 2010 by europeexplored
Serra de Tramuntana – mountains, lakes, forests and snow on the island of Majorca | Spain Updated: March 7, 2020 | By Claire | More On the island of Majorca, which is situated between Spain and the coast of Africa, one will find the mountain range known as the Serra de Tramuntana. It is the […]
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Categories: Nature, Spain