The countries of the former Eastern Bloc suffer from a bad image. They are associated with cities full of drab Soviet flats and polluting industry, bland food and a lousy tourist infrastructure. The various civil wars of the 1990s are still remembered by many. But that image is completely outdated. Over the past years, these […]
The palace of Knossos is the grandest of the four Minoan palaces that have been unearthed on the island of Crete in Greece, and its complex architecture has been identified as the legendary “Labyrinth”. Knossos is an expansive palace atop a low hill just a few kilometers outside Heraklion in Crete, and it seems to […]
Acropolis (Ακρόπολις, akro+polis) literally means edge or point of the city. Throughout the centuries the Acropolis of Athens has embodied a much more significant position not just in relation to the city, but in relation to the entire western civilization. Description and Significance The Acropolis was always a sacred place for ancient Athenians going back […]
This is a short history of Greece for travelers who want to appreciate the country in it’s many facets. It includes a timeline, highlights of the major eras, and notes on the significance for the world. Introduction and Significance Every modern country can trace it’s own history back to the depths of time, but few […]
The Greek islands are a main attraction to Greece. Each island has its own unique topography, history, and culture, so you will aways find one that fits your holiday style. But if you can’t decide, you may go on an island-hopping tour, and we are here to help with our recommendations. Introduction and Orientation Greek […]
Finnmark County is one out of 19 countys in Norway, covers a area of 48.637 km2 and have a population of approximately 75,605. Each County is divided into different municipality. Principal industries: Fishing, reindeer herding, mining and service industries. The lLongest river is Pasvikdva 380 km and the deepest fjord: Porsangerfjord 120 km.. The llargest […]
Lebesby municipality lies by Laksefjorden in Central Finnmark. Surface area is 3.458,3 km2 with approximately 1.400 inhabitants. Lebesby is also the name of a village in the municipality. The municipality administrative centre is Kjøllefjord. Kjøllefjord is also centre for commerce and a traditional fishing port. The municipality consists of the western half of the Nordkinn […]
Budapest Territory is 525 sq. km, two-thirds on the eastern, flat bank of the Danube in Pest, one-third on the western, hilly bank of the Danube in Buda. Highest point: János Hill (527 m.) Population: 1,886,000, that is 19% of the country’s total population. Administration: Divided into 23 districts (the Roman numerals in addresses refer […]
In Måløy, the proximity to the sea has left its mark on business, landscape and people. Måløy and the island of Vågsøy are connected to the mainland via Måløybrua, to one of the country’s largest fishing ports. Here you can experience everything from idyllic places to powerful nature experiences. Get close to nature in changing […]
Get ready for active days in the Volda surrounded by beautiful nature, with a short drive to places such as Runde, Ålesund and Geiranger. Like pearls on a string, you will find the beautiful areas in Volda. From small villages with a distinctive character to larger conurbations such as Volda and Grodås. The small villages […]