Roman Imperial Era: Greece experienced a new heyday during the imperial era. In the east, the »Hellenes« formed an upper class with special privileges since Augustus (requirement: attendance at grammar school). The Greek element played an important role in local and regional administration, and since the 2nd century AD also […]
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The Tour de France is a gigantic advertising machine. It offers companies and drivers alike a platform to put themselves in the limelight. Legal means are not always used to ensure one’s own success. The second edition of the Tour de France in 1904 already had its scandal when some […]
A trip to Trinidad and Tobago is a trip to a distant world. Everything can be found on the islands – from cultural diversity to lush nature that is well worth exploring. A colorful mixture of peoples, religions and skin colors make Trinidad and Tobago something very special. Two island […]
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is one of the still “young” tourist areas of the world, as it only opened shortly before the start of the new millennium to present this beautiful country to visitors. The great attraction of the kingdom is undoubtedly its cultural sights – but it is […]
Mount Athos Efforts to enter the country are rewarded with an unforgettable stay If you want to visit Mount Athos in northeast Greece, you still have to be male. This should be said in advance, since women have always been denied admission to the monastic republic. Strict entry requirements – […]
Durdle Door Durdle Door is one of Dorset’s most photographed landmarks and is visited by around 200,000 visitors annually. The extraordinary limestone formation is located on the Lulworth Estate in South Dorset on the southern English chalk coast, also known as the Jurassic Coast. The coastline is of such international […]
Origins According to Andyeducation, Moldovans are descendants of the Romanized peoples of southern Eastern Europe. The Byzantine chronicler Juan Skilitsa mentioned the volojos as their predecessors in AD 976. In the middle of the fourteenth century the volojos of the northeast formed their state, independent of the Hungarian kingdom, in the territory of South Bukovina. The […]
History Throughout history and until 1890, the year in which Italy colonized the territory and delimited it, the area of Eritrea had been part of several empires and kingdoms in the region. The Kingdom of Italy created the colony of Eritrea in 1890 and maintained it until the Second World War, with the […]
Airplane: According to andyeducation, Venezuela has several airlines and a fairly good network of flight connections. Caracas (more precisely, Maiquetia, where theairportfrom Caracas) is the main Venezuelan air hub with flights to most airports across the country. Cities that are most frequently approached from Caracas are Porlamar, Puerto Ordaz (Ciudad […]
Jamaica – the island of the sun – invites you to relax and unwind. There are beautiful white beaches lined with palm trees. Reggea, rum and Rasta- this is Jamaica. The island has a tropical climate, with daytime temperatures averaging around 30 ° C. There may be brief, heavy rain […]
Argentina According to computerannals, Argentina is the second largest country in South America and, due to its large size, offers visitors a varied landscape and diverse culture. The Argentine capital Buenos Aires, with 12 million residents also one of the largest cities on the continent, is known for its diverse […]
Libya is a country in North Africa. It lies along the Mediterranean coast to the north, and borders Egypt to the east, Sudan to the southeast, Chad and Niger to the south, and Algeria and Tunisia to the west. With its 1.8 million km², Libya is Africa’s fourth largest country […]
According to Constructmaterials, Sweden or the Kingdom of Sweden is a Nordic country on the eastern part of the Scandinavian peninsula in Northern Europe. Sweden borders Norway to the west, Finland to the northeast and is connected to Denmark in the southwest via the Øresund Bridge. The country has coastal stretches […]
Airplane: The national airline Aerolinas Argentinas / Austral has most of the domestic flights but is no better than other airlines. The airline is now known for its delays, so you should not use an Aerolíneas Argentinas flight if you want to fly on with connecting flights. Aerolíneas also operates […]
With over 380,000 residents, Wichita is the largest city in the US state of Kansas. After oil was discovered there in 1914, Wichita developed into a prosperous city. According to computerminus, Kansas is a US state that is considered typically American. Prairies, mountains, men with cowboy hats and boots, horses […]
Business With the development and exploitation of the rich oil deposits (since 1959) Libya developed into one of the most important oil exporting countries. In 2013, the OPEC member was the fourth largest oil producer in Africa after Nigeria, Angola and Algeria. The gross national income (GNI) per resident was […]
After the North Elbingian Saxony was finally incorporated into the Franconian Empire in 810 , the Hammaburg was built – probably on behalf of Charlemagne – to secure the area occupied by the Franks (construction started around 817; excavations from July 2005). The church in it was probably elevated to the seat of a […]
The state order is determined by the Basic Law (GG) passed by the Parliamentary Council on May 8, 1949 and promulgated on May 23, 1949. The Federal Republic of Germany received the status of a sovereign state on May 5th, 1955 through the Treaty of Germany and the Paris Treaties. […]
(United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland). Island state of northwestern Europe (242,507 km²). Capital: London. Administrative division: 41 counties (England); 22 unitary districts (Wales); 32 unitary districts (Scotland); 26 districts (Northern Ireland). Population: 63,105,654 (2013 estimate). Language: English. Religion: Anglicans 43.5%, Protestants 10%, Catholics 9.8%, other Christians 1.7%, […]
Fragile security situation The domestic political situation remained critical. In the two Kivu provinces in the east of the country, armed conflicts have intensified since the end of July after General Laurent Nkunda (* 1967) released his troops from the government forces and started the fight against the Hutu militias […]
Ecuador is a paradise for animal and nature lovers – in fact for everyone! This small country proudly presents the majestic Andes, the deep Amazon jungle, the beautiful coast and not to mention the stunning Galapagos Islands. On this page you will find practical information and facts about Ecuador. PRACTICAL […]
CULTURE: LITERATURE The literature reflects the composite social and ethnic reality of the country. In fact, it is necessary to distinguish a literary production in English, by the bourgeois elites, descendants of former liberated American slaves, and a popular, indigenous literature in African languages. The latter had already had their […]
HUMAN GEOGRAPHY: POPULATION Before the European penetration, the territory of Kenya was divided into two distinct population areas. On the coast there were populations who had known contact with the Arab world, which already at the end of the century. X had set up some of his commercial bases, such […]
CULTURE: MUSIC On an archaic background of the melanid type there is an Indian influence (evident above all in the South) and a very strong Chinese type imprint (particularly in the northern regions and along the coasts). Two modal systems were used in traditional Viet Nam music, of which the […]
Vilnius has one of the largest old towns in Eastern Europe. It combines the influences of different epochs, ranging from Gothic to Classicism. The most important building is the St. Stanislaw Cathedral, which resembles a classical temple. Also worth seeing are the house of the Polish writer Adam Mickiewicz (1798 […]
According to constructmaterials, the excavation area is in central Java. There, near Sangiran, some of the oldest fossils of the genus Homo outside of Africa were discovered in the 1920s and 1930s. They are between 800,000 and 1.5 million years old and are assigned to Homo erectus. Populations of Homo […]
Interesting museums Eugen Van Mieghem Museum The Eugen Van Mieghem Museum exhibits – as the name suggests – works by the painter Eugen Van Mieghem (1875 – 1930). The painter Van Mieghem is considered a painter of the people and achieved great prestige and even fame, especially through his depictions […]
Highlights Adam Ries Museum with the Annaberg arithmetic school This museum is dedicated to the arithmetic master Adam Ries. It is housed in his former home on Johannisgasse, where he lived between 1525 and 1559. Frohnauer Hammer Only four former hammer mills are still functional in Saxony; the Frohnauer Hammer […]
TRAVEL WARNING Country-specific safety information Terrorism According to computerannals, the security situation in India remains tense against the background of numerous serious terrorist attacks in recent years. In light of the terrorist threats, particular vigilance is advised across the country, particularly when visiting markets and public places, where there are […]
Garden Route – dream road on the Indian Ocean Along the south coast, on the national road N2, runs from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth, the famous Garden Route. The classic Garden Route stretches from Mossel Bay to the Paul Sauer Bridge and is around 300 km long. Mountains alternate […]
Defense cooperation The member states of the GCC entered into a defense pact in 1984 which meant that they would defend each other in solidarity against an attack from outside. In the early 2000’s, the GCC decided that the PSF Regional Protection Force (in English) would be modernized and expanded […]
The structure The World Bank, which consists of the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) and the International Development Fund (IDA), is part of the World Bank Group. This also includes IFC (International Financing Company), Miga (International Investment Guarantee Agency) and ICCID (International Center for Investment Conflict). According to Abbreviationfinder, […]
A dominant size is decisive for the position of international ports in the ranking of the 10 largest ports in the world: the number of standard containers handled in each port. A standard container is 2.438 meters wide and 6.058 meters long. Rotterdam (Netherlands) Although the port of Rotterdam in […]
Africa, the black continent, is considered the cradle of humanity. Flora and fauna are just as varied as the landscapes. Numerous animal species live in the different regions of Africa. Some of them are extremely dangerous for humans. But you shouldn’t think of lions or rhinos first. 1st place: Probably […]
One common misconception about England is that England is part of Great Britain, which is made up of England, Scotland, and Wales. Together with Northern Ireland and some overseas territories, the correct name for the entire state is: “United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland”. But it is the […]
Herds The hyena is a herd animal. They live under a very special ranking, where it is quite clear to (notice) who is at the top of the range and who is at the bottom. Hundreds of hyenas can live together in the same cave. The herd is controlled by […]
The Serbian argument, however, refers to the settlement of the Balkan Peninsula by the great Slavic migration in the 6th century and to the expansion of the Serbian sphere of power that began afterwards. Kosovo was the center of the Nemanjid kingdom, which ruled large parts of southeast Europe in […]
The 1993 constitution established a parliamentary monarchy with a 125-member parliament (National Assembly) and a 62-member Senate. The government is based on an absolute majority in parliament and controls the state administration down to the provinces and districts. The municipal level begins with the municipalities, whose councils, like the members […]
White sand, turquoise blue sea and wonderful scents, await when you set foot in Cala’n Bosch for the first time. This is a modern tourist destination built exclusively for tourists, located 10 km south of the city of Cituadella and 56 km west of the capital Mahón, where Menorca International […]
Arrival to Malta The easiest and fastest way to get to Malta is by plane . Depending on where you are starting from, the flight to the international airport in Malta takes a little more than two hours. If you want to travel from Vienna, you can book direct flights […]
The Belgian Ardennes In addition to coastal towns and cities, forests and mountains should not be missing on your Belgium vacation. The Ardennes are located in the south of Wallonia and form the “green tongue of Belgium”. Endless nature awaits you here with numerous forests and a hilly landscape that […]
Travel to Mauritius The Republic of Mauritius is an island state in the Indian Ocean and includes the islands of Agaleg Cargados Carajos, and Rodrigues, and is located about 800 km east of Madagascar. The island is part of the Mascarene archipelago, which also includes the island of Reunion. Mauritius […]
Join Phoenix travel on an exciting journey during which you will experience everything from the Forbidden City in Beijing, the Great Wall of China and the Terracotta Army in Xian to the wonderful mountain landscapes and Tibetan mysticism of the Himalayas. We travel along the world’s highest railway to Lhasa […]
Passports, visas and customs Nordic citizens can stay in Taiwan for up to 90 days without a visa. Check that the passport is valid for at least 6 months after you leave the country. Vaccinations and health At the time of writing, no mandatory vaccinations are required for entry into […]
Krabi offers almost all kinds of food almost everywhere, but there, as elsewhere in Thailand, the rule of thumb is that local food is the best and food from far away is poor in value for money and often also poor in quality. Pizzas, for example, are rarely good but […]
The colorful towns on the Amalfi Coast are a piece of the most beautiful Italy. The Amalfi Coast is a popular summer destination for both foreigners and locals on holiday. Tourists arrive on the Amalfi Coast to admire its picturesque scenery. The resort surprises with its versatility, as in addition to […]
FLIGHTS, ACCOMMODATION AND MOVEMENT IN BELGRADE You can easily get to Belgrade from Finland with direct flights. Belgrade is home to Serbia’s Nikola Tesla International Airport, 18 km from the city center. The easiest way to travel from Finland to Belgrade is with Air Serbia’s direct flights from Helsinki. Travel […]
Turquoise blue lagoons, clear water, spectacular sunsets and Polynesian delicacies. Luxury and sun will be sought for Tahiti. Although the journey is long and expensive, the islands offer just the kind of dream vacation that many dream of. The unhurriedness and the relaxed lifestyle of the Tahitians will catch on […]
Zimbabwe in 2002 was a sovereign state with Robert Mugabe as its President. It was located in Southern Africa and the population of Zimbabwe at that time was approximately 12 million people and its official language was English. The country had a presidential system of government with an elected president […]
Zambia in 2002 was a sovereign state with Levy Mwanawasa as its President. According to countrieszipper.com, Zambia is located in Southern Africa and the population of Zambia at that time was approximately 10 million people and its official language was English. The country had a republican system of government with […]
Yemen in 2002 was a sovereign state with Ali Abdullah Saleh as its President. It was located in the Middle East and the population of Yemen at that time was approximately 18 million people and its official language was Arabic. The country had a republican system of government with an […]