The Faroe Islands (Føroyar) are an archipelago in the North Atlantic Ocean between Great Britain, Iceland and Norway. The archipelago consists of 18 islands, which are located at a short distance to each other. The largest island is the island of Streymoy (373 sq km), located in the center of the archipelago. The capital Tórshavn […]
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The climate in Estonia is temperate continental, the presence of the Baltic Sea causes differences in temperature between the coastal regions and the interior of the country, this is why in the coastal areas and in the islands, the climate is milder than inland. Because of these factors we can say that the climate of Estonia […]
The main tourist attractions of Estonia are to be found in the art and history of the most important cities in the country. But not only that, also in the culture and traditions of the populations that inhabit it. Finally in the natural attractions of the largely well preserved territory of this Nordic country. THE […]
Estonia (Eesti Vabariik) is a parliamentary republic, which is bordered on the east by Russia, to the south by Latvia, to the north by the Gulf of Finland and to the west by the Baltic Sea. It is part of the European Union. Among the cities are the capital Tallinn, and Tartu, Narva, Kohtla-Järve and […]
Denmark is characterized by a type of continental climate, cold in winter and temperate in summer, subject to the influences of air masses of Atlantic origin. The Atlantic winds blow frequently, but the influence of the sea mitigates the temperatures, humidity is high and the fogs are frequent. The area of the peninsula of Jutland […]
The main of the attractions and tourist destinations in Denmark is a visit to the state capital, Copenhagen. This city is one of the oldest capitals in Europe and its historic architecture, museums and romantic atmosphere, especially under Christmas, make it the most important and visited tourist destination in Denmark. Denmark is the oldest European […]
Denmark (Kongeriget Danmark) is a hereditary constitutional parliamentary monarchy. The country is divided administratively into 15 counties (in addition to the two cities of Copenhagen and Frederiksborg, grouped into 5 districts each). The nation is formed by the peninsula of Jutland and some hundreds islands (including Sealand, the largest, Funen/Fyn, Lolland, Falster, Møn, Langeland, Aerø, […]
The climate of the Czech Republic is continental with well-defined seasons. In winter, the Czech Republic is mainly subject to the influence of the anticyclonic air masses of the north-east, so that a cold and dry season occurs. From spring to autumn there are instead cyclonic events, coming from the west and south, and consequently […]
The Czech Republic has always been a crossroads between different European cultures. The beauty and variety of its natural landscapes and the richness of its artistic and cultural heritage make it a very interesting country for tourists. The city of Prague is without doubt the main of the attractions of the Czech Republic. Prague is […]
The Czech Republic (Ceska Republika) occupies nearly the center of Europe. It is close between Germany, Poland, Austria and Slovakia. The country split with Slovakia from January 1, 1993, with which it formed Czechoslovakia. The country is a parliamentary republic that is part of the European Union. The Czech Republic is made up of two main […]
The island of Cyprus enjoys a Mediterranean climate, characterized by mild and little rain winters, warm and dry summers, and mild and sunny spring and autumn. Summer usually lasts from mid-May to mid-October and winter from December to February. The summer period is characterized by clear skies and high temperatures (sometimes above 40°C), mitigated, along […]
The island of Cyprus is known for the mildness of its climate and for being a crossroads of traffic and cultures of the eastern Mediterranean. Located between Turkey, Egypt and the Holy Land, the island in ancient times was believed to be the birthplace of Venus, goddess of beauty and love. The island of Cyprus […]
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Cyprus: the island birthplace of Venus
Cyprus (Kypriakí Dimokratía/Kibris Cumhuriyeti/Republic of Cyprus) is an island located in the eastern Mediterranean Sea south of Turkey. In 1983 the northern part of the island – occupied by Turkey since 1974 – has been proclaimed the so-called Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (3,355 square kilometers, population 190,000), which is only recognized by Turkey. The […]
Croatia has significant climatic differences due to its geographical conformation. Along the Dalmatian coast and in the Istrian peninsula the climate of Croatia is tempered by the influence of the Adriatic Sea and is mainly of the Mediterranean type, with mild winters and hot and dry summers. THE MOUNTAINS BLOCK THE INFLUENCES OF THE SEA […]
Croatia is a very varied country full of tourist attractions. This variety is the reflection of the history that has characterized the different areas of the country. In Istria and Dalmatia, along the coast overlooking the Adriatic Sea, the Italian and Venetian influence is still alive. The imprint of many historic centers is clearly of […]