Less than 200 years ago, Budapest was established by merging two distinct cities: Buda on the western bank of the Danube and Pest on the opposite side.
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Bergpark Wilhemshöhe: The Extraordinary
Looking at its immense scale, it’s hard to believe that the Bergpark Wilhemshöhe originated as a garden. You can easily spend an entire day in this area, exploring castles, grottoes, watching the water features, or simply wandering in the lush green forest.
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Bayeux: The Town of Miracles
As the witness of two cross-Channel invasions (the Norman Conquest of England and the Operation Overlord), almost 900 years apart, Bayeux certainly plays a decisive role in Western history. But the historical value was not the only reason that drew us to this town…
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Sanssouci: A Place Without Concern
A man-made wonderland filled with magical palaces and breathtaking gardens, Sanssouci is often considered as Berlin’s answer to Versailles.
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Searching for Eau de Cologne
I guess most of us have seen the words Eau de Cologne at least once. But have you ever wonder where these words came from? Over the time, the original meaning of the words has been slightly altered but it is still used to describe a scent that has become a legend, and Cologne (Köln in German) is where that legend began.
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Riding Les Machines de I’île
Riding an elephant, the biggest mammal on earth is perhaps the dream of every child. We were no different. As kids, we used to like elephants and would love to ride one someday. But the cruel fact that elephants are abused in order to satisfy tourist’s demand really shrugged us off. Fortunately, we found a better alternative: Les Machine de L’ile.
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The Town Musicians of Bremen
Bremen is well known for its special musical bands. Join me on my journey to search for these superstars.
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What is special about Madrid?
For this question, I think I cannot give you a precise answer. Madrid may lack the cache of Paris, the mystery of Venice or even Barcelona’s reputation of nonchalance. But Spain’s crowning capital is simply graceful and it has nothing to be envious of.
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Zaragoza: A Worthy Detour
Midway between Barcelona and Madrid, Zaragoza seems unpopular among travellers. But this city is worth a detour thanks to its impressive inheritances and monuments.
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The Wonders of Sichuan
With its picturesque scenery, Jiuzhaigou is certainly a natural wonder of Sichuan. However, this mysterious land also boasts some overwhelming man-made beauties in which human element has been skillfully integrated with nature.
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Viennese Coffee Culture: A Way of Life
Viennese coffee culture is well known. Through centuries, the Viennese has elevated the beverage into art and its consumption into a delightful way of life.
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Vienna – The Imperial City
What comes to mind when you think of Vienna? For me, it is the imperial ambience that could be found at every turn. From the opulent Hofburg to the grandiose Schönbrunn, the legacy of the Habsburgs monarchy is strikingly alive in this city.
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A Culinary Journey to Korea: Royal Cuisine
Artful presentation and refined taste, Korean royal dishes demonstrate a centuries-long tradition of cooking that has been passed down by court cooks and royal descendants for generations. It’s the feast for all five senses and is often considered the highest form of dining in Korean cuisine.
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Jiuzhaigou: The Paradise on Earth
Undoubtedly, Norway is where Mother Nature has created one of her finest works of art. But in other parts of the world, she has managed to leave her mark as well. In this post, I would like to invite you to the South West of China, to Jiuzhaigou (Jiuzhai Valley) and enjoy another masterpiece of nature.
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