The Old Capital of Bulgaria

Perhaps, you have never heard about Veliko Tarnovo. In fact, this is a city located in Bulgaria, which was established about 7000 years ago, and throughout different periods of its long history has been ruled by various great civilizations. They all made significant contributions to its culture and history. Today, it is fairly named one of the most cosmopolitan spots on the Balkan Peninsula.

Veliko Tarnovo is a town located in North Bulgaria; it is the administrative center of Veliko Tarnovo county. Geographically it is situated in the Yantra river valley, 241 km from the modern capital of Bulgaria, Sofia. The distance to another famous Bulgarian city named Varna is 228 km, and it is 107 km from…

Hidden Gems of Poland

Roztocze

Roztocze is an incredible place in the heart of Polish nature. It is a perfect spot to relax, breathe fresh air, and be in harmony with nature. It’s a National Park located in eastern Poland, in Lublin Voivodeship. It represents a region in southeastern Poland, situated not far from Zamosc and Lublin. The nature of the park is ecologically pure, healthy and clean.

Roztocze is a protected territory with a healthy microclimate, which is why many people spend summers there. It has beautiful forests and lakes. If you want to spend your time in a quiet, relaxed and pleasant atmosphere, visit Roztocze to admire the beauty of…

Slovenia Vacation: Best Places to Visit

Slovenia is a country in Eastern Europe, one of the most politically stable and safe in Europe. It has great infrastructure and a friendly, well-educated populace. It is located between the Balkans and Western Europe, and it is famous for its beautiful landscapes and high mountains.

You can explore Slovenia by trails and hiking

One can explore Slovenia by hiking through the beautiful, breathtaking countryside. This activity is extremely popular as there is a great choice of trails to hike, numerous valleys and amazing alpine peaks. Slovenia has more than 20,000 kilometers of marked trails that give hikers the opportunity to explore the amazing nature and hidden gems of Slovenia and which you can experience during the entire…

Prague: Foodie Heaven

Traditional Czech cuisine is famous for roast pork, sauerkraut and dumplings. Also, goulash is very popular here and considered to be a national dish. It is usually served with dumplings, and you can taste it almost anywhere. However, tourists come here not only for the traditional cuisine.

“Prague is a must-visit place for  gustatory delicacies”

A new generation of travelers, so-called foodies, have high demands for the local cuisine of foreign countries: people who travel for food and are perfectly aware of…

Things To Do in Slovakia

Slovakia is a beautiful country in Eastern Europe. It borders the Czech Republic and Austria in the west, Poland in the north, Ukraine in the east and Hungary in the south. With a territory of roughly 49,000 square kilometers, this country is full of breathtaking places and amazing things to do.

Every type of traveler can find something for himself or herself in this gorgeous country, whether you are traveling alone, taking a romantic holiday…

The Old City of Kotor, Montenegro

The Old City of Kotor is a well preserved urbanization typical of the middle Ages, built between the 12th and 14th century. Medieval architecture and numerous monuments of cultural heritage have made Kotor a UNESCO listed “World Natural and Historical Heritage Site”.

Through the entire city the buildings are criss-crossed with narrow streets and squares. One of these squares contains the Cathedral of Saint Tryphon (Sveti Tripun), a monument of Roman culture and one of the most recognisable symbols of the city.

The Church of Saint Luke (Sveti Luka) from the 13th century, Church of Saint Ana (Sveta Ana) from the 12th century, Church…

Chisinau – a Beautiful Eastern European Capital

Moldova’s capital is certainly the country’s brightest and cosmopolitan city, and is undoubtedly one of the must-see places when you come to Moldova. It is also a place of history, much of which is still visible in the architecture of the Old Town. The main sites are easily viewed on foot: City Hall, the Arch of Triumph, the Bell Tower and the Orthodox Church are all in the center. You can also look forward to charming restaurants and cafes and plenty of excellent local wine.

The city was founded in 1436 as a monastery village

It was also part of the Principality of Moldavia. In the 16th century it fell under the suzerainty…

Beautiful Budapest, Hungary

The capital of Hungary, Budapest actually consists of three unified cities, with Buda and Óbuda on the west bank of the Danube and Pest on its east bank.  The city is well-known for having its main area designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which proves its unique and inimitable beauty. Many visitors consider this city to be one of the most exciting places in Europe, a favorite destination for numerous visitors and a place with its own history, glory and beauty.

1. Parliament Building

One of the largest…

How Baku Attracts Its Tourists

The capital of Azerbaijan, Baku is a fascinating city that mixes elements of traditional Azeri culture with a modern cosmopolitan economy. Most of the economy of Azerbaijan today is based on the oil industry. However, the government recently has been considering alternative income sources. Baku is following the development style of Dubai, which has become a very popular tourist destination, and a favourite shopping place for many tourists.

Baku is a city which has a lot of attractions to offer its visitors

One of the main places to visit is the Old Town (“Icharishahar”). If you are in Baku, be sure…

Eastern Europe: the Baltics and Beyond

Traditional Eastern European destinations, like Prague, Vienna, Budapest and Istanbul, are always popular among Canadian tourists. Moreover, every travel advisor will tell you that the interest to Eastern Europe is increasing. However, the new travel season of 2017 is also showing an expanding interest in some of the less popular tourist destinations of the region, such as the Baltic countries and Poland.

Eastern Europe: the Baltics and Beyond

The Baltic states and Poland are countries that are attracting many clients’ curiosity today. With strong…