Nymphenburg Palace

Nymphenburg and its gardens is for sure something which should not be missed in Munich. The Baroque palace is on the outskirts of the city but it is easily accessible by buss or by train.

 

The palace was commissioned in 1664 by the prince-electoral couple after the birth of their son Maximilian II Emanuel. The palace is absolutely stunning. The rooms inside have their original splendor and the carriage house is spectacular. 

The huge complex of buildings includes a big garden. It is such a lovely place to wander and it is nice to see so many people enjoying the park.

The palace is great with lots of history to explore- vast gardens, fountains, swans, ducks and goose around you.

The palace and the surrounding grounds are outstanding.

 

Impressive palace and extensive grounds.

 

Flower meadows. 

Benches and paths throughout make the garden an amazing place to relax. 

 

 

A nice and relaxing atmosphere along the canal which leads to a marble cascade.

 

Wood.Perfect mix of flora, fauna and architecture.

 

The huge fountain in the park gives pleasure to visitors.

We took a big beautiful and peaceful walk in the park and discovered different corners in this very attractive area.

Unforgettable walk around the palace which can be appreciated in all seasons.

 

Definitely the right place to be surrounded by nature and beauty. 

Nymphenburg is an amazing attraction, worth to be visited.

Genoa, La Superba

In north-west Italy, the Liguria region bordering France is so impressive with its hills and breathtaking landscapes overlooking the impressive Ligurian coastline. The marvel of the nature offers a real paradise for numerous tourists who come here to admire nature or to seek the thrill of sport in one of the many protected areas.

Multi-faceted and full of history Genoa is the capital of Liguria and ranges among the most fascinating Italian cities and one of the major economic centers. The city has been one of the main Mediterranean ports and an important financial center during centuries.

The port of Genoa, Porto Vecchio is the busiest in Italy and the long promenade reveals fantastic views towards the city.

This is a nice place to sit in some of the many cafes and enjoy the magnificent views and the yachts.

It is so relaxing to walk along the port, watch boats and relax on benches.

The Neptune ship replica.

Bigo looks like a crane and reveals fantastic panoramic views over the city.

The sphere represents a small rain forest, including a small botanical and animal garden.

Here we also visited the Aquarium of Genoa, one of the biggest in Europe, large and well-organized.
 

The city center of Genoa is a maze of countless, narrow, winding side streets, squares and ancient historical shops which give us a feeling about life in Middle Ages.

 

The caruggi- narrow and shady street in the historical center of Genoa. The streets remain dark even at midday.

Via Garibaldi is a unique combination of late-Renaissance and Baroque buildings. Passing through the historical part of Genoa, we reach Piazza Ferrari, another landmark of the city, famous with its fountain.

The majestic square is surrounded by several financial buildings and Palazzo della Borsa.

A beautiful fountain in the middle of the square. Here is also located the Doge’s palace 

which has another access also on Piazza Matteotti. Palace was built between 1251 and 1275. The interior is impressive. Inside there are always exhibitions.

Close to the palace is Teatro Reale, an important opera house in Genoa.
 

A must see stop in Genoa is the church Chiesa del Gesu e dei santi Amborgio e Andrea. The church looks ordinary from outside but its grandeur and wealth inside are amazing.

Behind the church are the impressive Torri di porta Soprana, very close also to the house of Christopher Columbus, who was also born in Genoa.

Right in the heart of the old town is the impressive building of the Cathedral, dedicated to Saint Lawrence was consecrated in 1118 and built during centuries. It represents the wealth and power of Genoa during the Middle Ages.

Fantastic architecture with the marble that forms the façade has white, grey and pink shades.

 

Genoa is unforgettable due to its glorious past and fascinating landmarks, a city full of history and traditions. The wide varieties of its attractions are perfect for every type of tourist in search of culture, fun and relaxation.

Turin, A City With More To Offer That Meets The Eye

 

Turin, the capital of Piedmont region is a major commercial and cultural center in northern Italy. Located on River Po, the city is surrounded by the Alps and has an exceptional appeal with its superior landscapes. The city is the first Italian capital and its rich culture and history is represented by the numerous monuments and signs. Turin is the Italian center of automobile industry and is home of the football teams Juventus F.C. and Torino F.C.

Piazza Castello is the heart of the city. This is a very imposing square and a good starting point for visiting the sites around it. The beautiful square is leading to the palace and the cathedral.

 

 

The elegant palace of the Savoy Family.

The palace and the bull which is the symbol of Turin.

A beautiful area in a beautiful city with many fountains surrounded by museums and boutique shops in a walking distance.

 

 

The Royal Residence of the house of Savoy is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The palace was built in the 16^th century and modernized during centuries. It is simple from outside but is richly decorated with tapestries and valuable works of art. The palace is very large and represents the power and wealth of Savoy family. Very impressive is also the armory room containing many armory and weapons.

 

Turin is so impressive with its spiritual signs of religion. Close to the palace is the cathedral, Duomo-the only Renaissance building in the city.

The main cathedral of the city was built between 1491-1498 and is dedicated to St. John Baptist. The stunning cathedral is small in size but the interior is beautifully decorated with many frescoes and saints. Since 1578 The Duomo has held the Holy Shroud, claimed to have wrapped the body of Christ. The chapel of the Holy Shroud was added to the palace in 1668-1694.

 

The bell tower.

 

Right in front of the cathedral are the Palatine Towers, a Roman age city gate, representing the Roman past of Turin.

 

Going back to the main square we stopped at the Civic Museum of Ancient Art, so impressive with its outstanding Medieval and Renaissance collections. The building is also known as Palazzo Madama was used by the house of Savoy as a residence for guests. In 1637 the regent Christine Marie of France chose it as her personal residence.

 

Excellent place to take a picture in a sunny day.

 

The back site of the building still has its appearance of a castle.

Exploring the city we reach Piazza San Carlo, lined with its porticos and surrounded by historical cafes and lovely shops. This is a nice square to stroll or just to sit and taste the traditional hot drink Bicerin and enjoy the vivid atmosphere.

Fountains, statues, palaces, art galleries here is everything we would expect to see in the first capital of Italy.

The statue of Emmanuel Phillibert is located at the center of the square.

 

Close are also the twin churches Santa Christina and San Carlo Borromeo.

 

Piazza Carignano is dominated by Palazzo Carignano. The construction of the building was ordered by Emmanuel Phillibert. The nice square is very close to the Egyptian museum which has the biggest collection of Egyptian antiquities, located outside of Egypt.

 

Via Po is another impressive central street with colonnades. The street is a real pleasure to just walk along and enjoying the atmosphere.

At the end of the street and close to Po River is our favorite church Gran Madre di Dio.

Close to Piazza Vittorio Venetto, the imposing and mysterious church is related to the legend of the Holy Grail. The church was constructed to commemorate the return of King Vittoiro Emanuele I to the throne.

 

The symbol of Turin is Mole Antonelliana, it was built for a Jewish synagogue.

The unique architectural building today houses the National Museum of Cinema. A glass elevator takes us to an observational platform revealing breathtaking views of the city and the region.

What an amazing and great monument!

 

Turin is unforgettable with its cheerfulness and cosmopolitan charm. The city offers a large number of attractions which are worth seeing and experiencing. Interesting museums and rich cultural landscapes are the attractions which make spending time here so appealing.

 

The hidden secrets of the small towns Razlog and Dobrinishte

Let yourself be inspired by the many different facets of the Pirin Mountains and small towns close to Bansko and explore the magnificent excursion destinations around the region. Surrounded by magnificent views of three mountains-Rila, Pirin and the Rhodope Mountain, Razlog is our first stop.

The easiest way to discover the town is to take the very nice and relaxing walk along the park.

The central city park.

Very pleasant walk with various fountains and peaceful green areas.

Here is also the ancient solar calendar represented by 12 marble stones with carved animals arranged in circle.

Close to Bansko is the spa resort Dobrinishte, surrounded by three mountains- Rila, Pirin and Rhodope Mountains. The small town is has a favorable geographic location and is a starting point for a number of routes of Pirin.

It is worth visiting the old church St. St. Peter and Paul.

A short but refreshing walk leads out of the town to a small hill.

The view from here reveals the beauty of the nature and invites you to fascinating explorations.