Europe
Europe is the second smallest continent in the world. From the Artic circle in the north, to the Mediterranean Sea in the south, and between the Atlantic Ocean in the west to the Ural mountains in the east. Europe is made up of 44 countries with diverse cultures, languages and histories. Europe is also home to some of the world’s most famous and historic cities, such as Paris, London, Rome, and Athens. The continent has a rich cultural heritage and is known for its art, music, literature, and architecture. It also has a deep history, with many ancient cultures and civilizations having existed in Europe, such as the Greeks, Romans, and Franks.
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What to do in the Danish capital of Copenhagen
Spending 2 days in Copenhagen As the capital of Denmark, Copenhagen is the most popular tourist destination in the country. Many people come to see the little mermaid, but this Scandinavian capital has much more to offer. Denmark is one of the more expensive European countries to visit, so adjust your budget accordingly. Luckily there…
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2 Days in Prague
Prague is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, as such it also attracts hordes of tourists. Don’t let all these people dissuade you, it’s still worth to go to this city. But if you want to minimize your irritation, adjust your schedule and get to the sites early in the morning and late…
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Iceland Round Trip in only 4 days
Don’t let the others dissuade you, it is possible to encircle the whole of Iceland in only four days. We present you four days filled with endless sightseeing, a wealth of nature and even some whales and puffins. You will see the whole ring road of Iceland, all its highlights, and we promise you’ll be…
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Cultural baptism: Russia, how to prepare your visit.
To really get to know Russia, you need to interact with the people there. In the end, there is no real substitute for human interaction. But there are a lot of things you can do to make those meetings go smoother, like learning Russian, develop a common frame of reference and study Russian culture and…
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UNESCO World heritage site review: Architectural Ensemble of the Trinity Sergius Lavra in Sergiev Posad
The Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius is a still working Orthodox monastery and a popular site of pilgrimage and tourism. The monastery is the spiritual centre of the Russian Orthodox Church. It is situated in the town of Sergiev Posad, about 75 km north from Moscow and part of Russia’s Golden Ring. The monastery is…
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UNESCO World heritage site review: Kizhi Pogost
Kizhi Pogost is the most important tourist destination in Russian Karelia. But is it worth the visit? Globazine reviews this UNESCO World Heritage Site, exploring its history, beauty, uniqueness, and experience. Continue reading to learn more! Kizhi Pogost is not a single building but three different ones. The pogost is the area within the wooden…
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Here are the 9 highlights of the impressive Golden Ring
Moscow has its many ring roads driving you crazy while circling this huge metropolis. But a couple of hours outside Moscow lies another ring, the Golden Ring. This imaginary circle links several ancient Russian cities. These Golden Ring cities, once were the heart of Russian culture and power before the supremacy of Moscow. Most of…
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The best things to do in the vibrant city of Saint Petersburg
Saint Petersburg was the brainchild of Tsar Peter the Great. Once a swamp, now it’s a beautiful bustling city on the Finnish Gulf. There is a lot to explore. The two major tourist attractions are the palaces and the museums. This combination comes together in the Hermitage Museum, this winter palace is one of the…
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How to spend four wonderful days in the city of Moscow
Moscow is an enormous city, capital of the biggest country in the world and home to more than twelve million residents. It houses about 10 per cent of the total population of a country that covers 1/8 of the Earth’s inhabitable land area. Most of Moscow is a concrete jungle, but there is so much…
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Kronborg Castle UNESCO World Heritage Site Review
What has Hamlet’s castle Kronborg, to offer? Globazine rates the home of Shakespeare’s Hamlet in its UNESCO World Heritage Site Review. Continue reading to know if we advise you to travel to Kronborg Castle, situated close to Copenhagen, Denmark. History Kronborg Castle is situated at the very edge of Denmark, close to Sweden. It guards…
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La Grand Place Brussels UNESCO World Heritage Site Review
The Grand Place of Brussels is the most important tourist destination in Brussels. But is it worth the visit? Globazine reviews this UNESCO World Heritage Site, exploring its history, beauty, uniqueness, and experience. Continue reading to learn more! History The market place dates to the end of the 11th century. At the beginning of the…
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Amsterdam’s Top 10 Museums
Amsterdam is one of our favourite cities in the world. We love its huge range of top notch cultural experiences. When we lived in Amsterdam, we filled our weekends visiting the latest exhibitions. Curious which museum we like the most? Continue reading! And let us know what you think in the comments. 10. Ons’ lieve…
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