When you are in Altstadt, or Old City of Hamburg sightseeing is one of the main things to do in the city’s oldest and most popular district. The most famous landmarks within this quarter are the Office Buildings and Chile House. The Mohlenhof, Spinkenhof and Messberghof are also frequently visited attractions. In certain areas of…
Just on the outskirts of Berlin’s city centre is the very popular Charlottenburg Palace, dating from the early 18th century. It was a present from King Friedrich III to Sophie Charlotte, his wife. It is surrounded by very attractive parkland which lies beside the River Spree. Surrounding the palace is the upper class neighbourhood of…
The 4 star Best Western Hotel Cristal is a perfect base for either the working or pleasure traveller. This is because its location just down the road from the Central Station means guests can easily access both Munich Airport and the Trade Fair. Its location in the heart of the city makes it perfect for…
Beside the very attractive Pariser Platz square is the structure which has become a symbol of Berlin – the Brandenburg Gate. It took 3 years to build and was finally revealed in 1791. Originally it was amongst numerous gates enclosing what was, back then, a small city. Many landmark buildings still stand today on Pariser…
Munich Germany is to be found north of the Alps, on the banks of the River Isar. It is the capital of Bavaria, a province in Germany, and has nearly 1.5 million residents, making it the third largest city in Germany. It is a highly popular destination for tourists, and has recently received the accolade…
If you are planning on visiting some great cities in Europe, maybe you should explore Berlin Germany, a city that as a rich cultural and political history. You will surely find enough history that will interest you in this city, starting from the Berlin wall, the Nazi regime, the reign of Adolf Hitler and even…
Frankfurt is Germany’s financial centre, and one of the few cities in Europe to boast a significant number of skyscrapers, which contributes to an impressive skyline. Frankfurt hosts some of Germany’s biggest festivals, including music, folk arts and general entertainment. The city is extremely well organised and efficient, and transport to Frankfurts many attractions is…
Situated on the river Rhine, Cologne is one of Germany’s major cultural centres, and is home to over 30 museums and hundreds of galleries. Cologne also hosts numerous trade shows and festivals- the Cologne carnival is one of the biggest street festivals in Europe, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors. Much of Cologne was rebuilt…
‘Muenchen mag Dich’, or ‘Munich Loves You’ is the motto of this famously tourist-friendly city. With its over 6000 licensed establishments, Munich’s nightlife is vibrant, even more so during the yearly Oktoberfest. (Beer Festival) If beer is not to your taste, don’t worry- Munich houses many museums and cultural exhibits, and is also one of…
One of Germany’s historic port cities, Hamburg boasts a medley of architectural styles, with many significant landmark buildings. Great efforts have been made to ensure that natural beauty plays a role in the life of the city- the Alster lake, in the middle of Hamburg, is a beautiful parkland, and a major attraction for tourists…
Germany has had such a long and varied (and sometimes turbulent) history that it is left with a huge legacy of historic and cultural interest. Culture events, concerts and museums abound and there is a wealth of fabulous architecture to be seen in every city. The landscape is also very varied with the Rhine and…