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Nikko

Nikko is a mountain town located 2 hours away from Tokyo. That makes it a perfect destination for one day trip. Nikko is

Nara

Nara was the first permanent capital of Japan in 710. It moved later to Nagaoka and then to Kyoto. It was one of

Western Kyoto

The western part of Kyoto is called Arashiyama District. I am pretty sure most of you saw the pictures of the bamboo grove

Northern Kyoto

Sights in the northern part of Kyoto are a little further from the downtown. So the best way to get there is to

Central Kyoto

In central Kyoto, you can find two of the most important tourist sites in the city: the Imperial Palace and Nijo Castle, as

Eastern Kyoto

I have already mentioned that Kyoto is vast, full of interesting places and mesmerizing views. It is tough to decide when to see

Kyoto

I think Kyoto was the best place to visit in Japan. It is an ancient capital that is home to over 1,600 historic

Himeji

Himeji Castle The place is best known for its white castle – Himeji castle. It is called Hakuro-jo or Shirasagi-jo (“White Egret Castle”

Day in Miyajima

Miyajima, also known as Itsukushima, was one of the best places I have visited in Japan. It is an island right next to

Hiroshima by bike

Both times I’ve visited Hiroshima I did not have much time to check the city out. To make the most out of my

Kanazawa in a day

In Shirakawa-Go I took a bus and drove to Kanazawa. I’ve read that I can find one of the most beautiful garden in

Day trip to Shirakawa-Go

While I was searching for ideas what to do in Takayama, I stumbled across pictures from Shirakawa-Go. From the first second I saw

Hamlet in Kronborg

When friends decide to pay you a visit, you always think hard where to take them. At least, it is like that in

Roadtrip in Romania: Viscri Fortified Church

Viscri Fortified Church is one of the many fortified churches that are located in Transilvania. It is a Lutheran church that has been

Roadtrip in Romania: Sighisoara

Sighisoara was the most charming city I visited during my stay in Romania. It was founded during 12th century by Transylvanian Saxons. There

Christmas market in Kronborg castle

I have been in Denmark for 5 years now but until now I somehow always missed the opportunity to visit Kronborg castle. When

City among the seven mountains: Bergen

Bergen is a really stunning city with old, wooden houses surrounded by seven mountain, though it is little unclear which are those exactly. It is perfect city to visit and go for a hike. And let’s not forget, Bergen is a UNESCO World Heritage City!

Tidal island of Mandø

Mandø is an island close to Ribe. What makes this island amazing, is that you have to plan a trip there according to the tides. Twice a day it is not possible to get there due to a road being underwater!

Esbjerg – where “Men Meets the Sea”

Esbjerg – the city itself is nothing spectacular, however the fact that it’s located next to the North Sea and the Wadden Sea National Park, is what makes the place amazing.

Roadtrip in Romania: Calnic Citadel

The Câlnic Citadel, built around 1270, is a remarkable example of medieval fortifications designed to withstand the frequent Ottoman attacks of the era.