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Oct05
Published by Asya in Arts, Cultural, Europe, Germany, Monuments, Parks, UNESCO
Wurzburg is 275km north-west of Munich, in Bavaria and is considered by Goethe to be one of the most beautiful towns in Germany. Its most remarkable monument is the Residenz, one of the largest and most beautiful baroque palaces in the country. This magnificent Baroque palace was created under the patronage of the prince-bishops Lothar Franz and Friedrich Carl von Schonborn in the 18th century. It took sixty years to complete; the palace was built from 1720 to 1744 and the interior finished in 1780.
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Jul05
Published by Asya in Biking, Eating, Europe, Fishing, Germany, Golf, Hiking, Hotels, Photos, Relaxing, Restaurants, Romantic, Sailing, Spa, Swimming
This lovely 5-star hotel is located in the heart of Bavaria about 120kms from Munich. Alpenhof Murnau is an exclusive country-style hotel that boasts luxurious spa facilities and an idyllic location next to the Murnauer Moos Reserve - the largest coherent nature preserve in Europe. Offering breathtaking views of the Bavarian Alps, the modern Bavarian alpine chalet-style retreat offers guests the opportunity to relax in its wellness area. This picturesque landscape, breathtaking mountain panoramas and idyllic lakes of Murnau offer a romantic backdrop to a pampering unique vacation.
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May30
Published by Asya in Arts, Asia, Brazil, Cities, Cultural, Europe, Germany, Italy, Monaco, Monuments, Romania, Russian Federation, South America, Travel Stories, UNESCO, Urban Tourism
Opera de Monte Carlo
Located in the principality of Monaco, the Opera de Monte Carlo was opened in 1879. Designed the magnificent and extravagantly, the opera house was recently renovated. Over 80,000 gold leaves were applied to paintings and moldings, a five-ton chandelier has been entirely rebuilt. As it seats only 524, it is often difficult to get tickets. This the only opera house in the world to feature exterior views (thanks to the windows overlooking the Mediterranean) from within the concert space.
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Mar21
Published by misha in Cities, Cultural, Europe, Events, Germany, Hiking, Parks, Photos, Sightseeings, Travel Stories
BUGA is a garden show showcasing basic structure of every form of plant life, giving theme of the central exhibition areas. The staging of the change of perspective, the micro and the macro, is the connecting thread for the entire area of the garden show. There are theme gardens under the motto, “Cell Worlds in Changing Perspectives”. In the garden of powers the similarity of microscopic plant structures serves as an inspiration for new garden views.
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Dec13
Published by Asya in Chillin, Cities, Europe, Germany, Shopping, Urban Tourism, Walking
Located in Munich, Germany, the shopping center was designed by Chapman Taylor and won the facade competition in 2006. Mira Munchen center was awarded by German Sustainable Building Council for its modern design at the Expo Real show in Munich. The energy efficiency of the center was a priority. The focus on energy efficiency was not to the detriment of the buildings’ aesthetics.
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Dec03
Published by Asya in Arts, Chillin, Cities, Europe, Germany, Photos, Urban Tourism
Artist: Stefan Eberstadt, Munich
Structural Engineering: Thomas Beck, Munich
Steel Construction: Alfred Mayrhofer
Total Surface: 9m2
Construction Cost: approx € 25.000
Perched between art and architecture, form and function, private and public property, the Rucksack House is a hovering illuminated space that looks like a cross between temporary scaffolding and minimal sculpture.
Its design is the result of fundamental artistic questions: How can sculpture function outside the context of art? What claim does the sculpture has today? Where does sculpture apply in today’s world?
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Oct15
Published by iv in Climbing, Extreme, History, Peru, Photos, South America, Urban Tourism
Alpamayo is one of the most conspicuous peaks in the Cordillera Blanca mountain range of the Peruvian Andes in the Ancash region, Peru, South America. Elevation 19,511 ft (5,947 meters). Has a 60 degree almost symmetrical pyramid shape.It is the most beautiful and conspicuous peak ever and has two sharp summits South and North.
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Sep15
Published by Asya in Biking, Cultural, Europe, Events, Germany, Hiking, History, Monuments, Parks, Relaxing, Urban Tourism, Walking
Nuremberg is second-biggest city in Germany, after Munich. The city is home to an appealing variety of historic buildings, museums, and interesting sightseeing opportunities. Nuremberg is famous for its sausages. Also the city offers a wide variety of annual events catering for all tastes. Opera or ballet in the State Theatre, cultural events in various city districts, cabaret and so on – the program is huge.
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Jun24
Published by misha in Adventure, Europe, Extreme, Germany, Museums, Resorts, Surfing, Travel Stories, Urban Tourism
Outside the Haus der Kunst museum sits a canal, who is an underground surfing spot in Munich, Germany. The rapids suuply local surfing buffs with ample waves maintaining their surfing skills sharp throughout the winter. Its only one man at a time at the surfing hob, so future enthusiasts should be waiting. These German surfers need no worry about sharks:)
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Apr28
Published by Asya in Eating, Europe, Germany, Hotels, Restaurants, Urban Tourism
 The Anna Hotel is located in the centre of
Munich, between the main train station and only one kilometer of the Opera House. The clear design gives special character of the hotel, transforming it into the historical Imperial house.
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