Europe Explored » waterways https://europeexplored.com Travel through the most beautiful places in Europe Sun, 08 Sep 2013 13:36:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=3.6 Yachtcharter-griechenland and the world of Grecian magic and adventure https://europeexplored.com/2012/12/10/yachtcharter-griechenland-and-the-world-of-grecian-magic-and-adventure/ https://europeexplored.com/2012/12/10/yachtcharter-griechenland-and-the-world-of-grecian-magic-and-adventure/#comments Mon, 10 Dec 2012 21:54:37 +0000 Claire https://europeexplored.com/?p=12496 Greece is studded like a gem on the Mediterranean Sea, being blessed with numerous lakes, waterways and water masses; Greece has turned out to become one of the most sought after locations for vacations. Greece and Croatia are renowned over the globe for their exuberance in terms of natural bounty. Greece has been a favorite […]

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Greece is studded like a gem on the Mediterranean Sea, being blessed with numerous lakes, waterways and water masses; Greece has turned out to become one of the most sought after locations for vacations. Greece and Croatia are renowned over the globe for their exuberance in terms of natural bounty. Greece has been a favorite for destination weddings or even romantic getaways; thanks to its magical environment and its breath-taking flora. There is absolutely nothing more gracious and pleasing than playing in the lap of nature and witnessing the beauty Greece has to offer through yacht trips.

Yachtcharter Griechenland
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The beauty and elegance of the yacht

Yachtcharter-griechenland is a renowned establishment in Greece. To experience all the ethereal beauty and the serenity, you must get to these guys. Their workmanship and their amazing sense of customer support and interaction will keep you mesmerized. The yachts that are employed for such tours are as huge as 65 ft. You will be ensured full views of all of the beautiful natural structures, caves, waterfalls, lakes and gardens in and around this amazing country. Greece is known for its beautiful lakes and waterways. Here at this amazing establishment you will be given the benefit of experiencing the blue sea in all its glory. If you think that the scenery will be enough to engulf you then wait till you move around and experience the interiors of the ship. The ship is tastefully decorated with serene interiors that will appeal to your mind. Many of the yachts even have the facility of an indoor pool. Therefore it is guaranteed that you will receive ultimate peace and rejuvenation both from the environment and from your yacht.

The unmatched standards of beauty

Yachtcharter-griechenland will surely give you the most majestic tour on planet earth because of the years of experience that they have. The staff here is extremely friendly and is known for their warm and hearty behavior to the guests. The yachts are both elegant and well-built. The yachts have plenty of room space for every passenger and are extremely delightful in every form possible. They can accommodate a large number of passengers too. However if you want to travel and tour around in a tinier group, they will make it possible for you. There are several attractive discount options that pertain to a smaller fleet of travelers as well. They have everything sorted out really well. The entire journey has lunches and dinners included. So your will enjoy the beauty and serenity of the seas, natural beauty the wonders and enjoy your gastronomically delightful dishes.

You may think that your Grecian fantasy tour will cost you a fortune but you can be rest assured that your trip will be planned at a much optimized rate. So you can experience the amazement of the Aegean and also get the best deals possible. Each day spent is like a day spent in fantasy land. Your Greek fantasy can be finalized by some mouse clicks, dreams can be fulfilled that simply.

Mike is a freelance writer who writes on different topics such as travel, holiday and nature. He holds bachelor’s degree in electronics. His famous articles includes article on Yachtcharter Griechenland. He loves to travel and make new friends.

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The mountains of Hungary https://europeexplored.com/2012/02/27/the-mountains-of-hungary/ https://europeexplored.com/2012/02/27/the-mountains-of-hungary/#comments Mon, 27 Feb 2012 15:48:07 +0000 Claire https://europeexplored.com/?p=6285 Did you find that title absurd? Well, the territory of Hungary is predominantly flat, and certainly there are no mountains. But the landscape is still not completely flat. This country also has several mountain ranges, the highest of them is Kékes reaching a height of 1014 meters above sea level and lying in Mátra mountains. […]

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Did you find that title absurd? Well, the territory of Hungary is predominantly flat, and certainly there are no mountains. But the landscape is still not completely flat. This country also has several mountain ranges, the highest of them is Kékes reaching a height of 1014 meters above sea level and lying in Mátra mountains. It might not be much, but against such Denmark (where you can find Møllehøj, which is the highest point of Denmark reaching an attitude of 171 metres)…

Hungarian mountains
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Another interesting mountain range is Börzsöny which is protected by National Park of Duna-Ipoly. It lies at the Slovakian border, above Budapest, and includes also popular Hungarian towns of Visegrád and Nagymaros.

The park is also famous for many castles and forts. It is a pleasant, mostly forested landscape that waves together with the banks of the Danube and Ipoly rivers, interwoven with series of waterways and wetlands. Only in the Börzsöny mountains there are more than 335 different springs and streams. This area is one of the least accessible parts of Hungary. There are no roads, but you can get there by the narrow gauge railway which is also interesting and popular technical monument here. Of course, the best way how you can get to know the landscape is on foot, but be careful, some parts of the park are not accessible at all due to protection.

Börzsöny mountains, Hungary
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Most features of the landscape were created by volcanic activity, there are an extinct volcanic cones, steep ravines or bizarre rocks. Fourteen million years ago these places were occupied by the great volcano, about 1400 meters high. After the eruption, the central part of the volcano failed down, so today we can see the remnants of the crater. The highest point of Börzsöny mountain is Csóványos peak with a height of 939 metres above sea level, offering a panoramic view of the region. However, there are also other peaks and hills where you can enjoy beautiful views, such as Hegyes-Tető with the great vista of the Danube. In good weather conditions, you can even see the Slovak High Tatras mountains from some hills.

The area a home to many rare and protected animals, especially reptiles, amphibians and birds including several species of eagles. There are also wild cats and martens. It boasts also a varied composition of plants, including the relics from the post-glacial period.

Börzsöny Mountains are not very visited areas, in comparison with Balaton, Budapest or any of the Hungarian thermal aquaparks. But the prices here are reasonable and the romantic local scenery is an alternative for less demanding, but interesting holiday – especially for hikers and cyclists.


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Nemunas Delta Natural Park – Venice of Lithuania https://europeexplored.com/2011/07/19/nemunas-delta-natural-park-venice-of-lithuania/ https://europeexplored.com/2011/07/19/nemunas-delta-natural-park-venice-of-lithuania/#comments Tue, 19 Jul 2011 10:41:09 +0000 Claire https://europeexplored.com/?p=4687 Nemunas is the longest river in Lithuania with a length of 475 km in the territory of Lithuania. The wild and beautiful landscape of the delta is actually a cluster of marshy islands which are situated on an area of ​​30 thousand hectares. Since 1992, this territory is protected as Nemunas Delta Natural Park. In […]

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Nemunas is the longest river in Lithuania with a length of 475 km in the territory of Lithuania. The wild and beautiful landscape of the delta is actually a cluster of marshy islands which are situated on an area of ​​30 thousand hectares. Since 1992, this territory is protected as Nemunas Delta Natural Park.

In the delta of this Lithuanian river lies the island of Rusnė, which is, with its area of ​​4800 hectares, the largest island in the country. Moreover, it is still increasing by 15 to 20cm annually. The island is a haven for 270 of the 325 Lithuanian bird species. Wetlands here are a paradise for ornithologists. The best place for bird watching is Naikupė, Uostadvaris or Rusnė. Among the millions of species of birds that flies over the island every year, you can see also rare species such as black stork, white-tailed eagle, Black-tailed Godwit etc.

Neman (Nemunas) river, Lithuania
Neman (Nemunas) river, Lithuania by Claire

Rusnė Island is also a place of migratory water birds, as it lies on a major bird migration route – East Atlantic Flyway (birds flying from the Arctic through Europe to East Africa). Birds stop here to gain strength.

In Nemunas Delta Natural Park there is also an important ornithological station and museum. The first Ringing station was founded here already in 1929, but just in the years of 1959 – 1960, the large bird traps were installed here. In 1998 the station celebrated its interesting anniversary – ringed its millionth bird.

The information centers, located in Rusnė, Ventė and Šilutė, offer educational trips associated with bird watching and fishing. Another option is a boat trip with an English or German speaking guide, which guides you through the many waterways in the park. It is also possible to arrange accommodation in the farm or to arrange fishing permits.


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Murano, Burano and Torcello islands – Famous Lagoon in Italy https://europeexplored.com/2010/08/18/burano-and-murano-islands-fire-and-lace-in-the-famous-lagoon-italy/ https://europeexplored.com/2010/08/18/burano-and-murano-islands-fire-and-lace-in-the-famous-lagoon-italy/#comments Wed, 18 Aug 2010 09:35:51 +0000 Claire https://europeexplored.com/?p=969 If you have some more time in Venice there are several other islands that you could explore, the most popular ones are Murano, Burano and Torcello. You can visit them in the one outing by the public vaporetti. When you chose to visit Italy, if you can manage to free up a single day during […]

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If you have some more time in Venice there are several other islands that you could explore, the most popular ones are Murano, Burano and Torcello. You can visit them in the one outing by the public vaporetti.

When you chose to visit Italy, if you can manage to free up a single day during your trip, then you have to visit the popular lagoon islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello. It is possible to visit all three of them in a single day if you plan ahead.

Murano, Italy
Murano, Italy by Alex Proimos

Murano Island is known as Glass Island. It was back in 1291 when glass production began on Murano. There are kilns dedicated to blowing glass all over the island and many different shops dedicated to selling the art. The most famous of the glassworks on Murano is that of Venini whose works are features in modern art museums all over the world. There is also a museum on the island that is dedicated to glassblowing. You will also find the 8th century Basilica dei Santi Maria e Donato.

It is said that the Island of Burano is perhaps the most beautiful of the lagoon islands. Since back in the 16th century, the island of Burano has become known for the lace work done by the island’s artists. There is a museum on the island dedicated to lace and you can even see how it was woven centuries ago.

The island of Torcello is of course the most romantic of the three islands. The island is practically uninhabited which means you will be able to enjoy the peace and quiet of the island. It is also home to many archeological finds that are just waiting for you to explore. There is the Devil’s Bridge which is known as Ponte del Diavolo and comes complete with an amazing local legend. In the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta you will find an awe-inspiring mosaic of the Universal Judgment. The island is also home to the Estuario Museum which houses artifacts that date back to the Medieval, Byzantine and Roman periods.

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