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Volcano In Northern Bavaria Reactivated

Opening of the Volcano Adventure World Park stone from 7th July kidnapped a new Museum in Parkstein in the fascinating world of the volcanism. Already Alexander von Humboldt was once impressed by the high Park stone and made him as Europe’s most beautiful basalt cone”. And even today the particular geology of the mountain not only geoscientists. “” In the year of 2003 was the high Park stone”already a place among the 100 most beautiful geotopes in Bavaria”given that 2006 was awarded the predicate finally national Geotope’. A whole museum dedicated to their basalt cone now the town park stone. Under the slogan volcano adventure park stone “visitors can learn all about the exciting emergence of the mountain, the development of the eventful history of the city and modern life at the foot of the basalt cone. The overall concept includes also the three rock cellar, the GEO path and of course the real Park Steiner volcano.

In the permanent exhibition of the Museum are on a journey through time from the tertiary geological history Middle Ages up to the present day all the facts around Park stone and its volcanic cone entertaining and medially in three languages represented in German, English and Czech. As it comes to volcanoes in the Oberpfalz, what happened here in the Earth and find out how the unique basalt columns are created, visitors on the ground floor. The background to the outbreak, the solidification and the erosion of the basalt cone are explained in short film sequences. Exhibits of rocks and minerals give an idea of the inside of the volcano. The mighty mountain coined the place and its citizens since time immemorial and was the starting point for an impressive local history. Visitor experience on the first floor of stone Park in the course of time and immerse yourself in the colourful past with Castle, country judges, chaos of war and market rights.


White Nights In St. Petersburg

Saint Petersburg: a city to love St. Petersburg… A mysterious city in the North of Europe, which has been through a lot and seen in about 300 years of its existence. This city built on marshy ground, survived 3 revolutions and its majestic beauty radiates still with palaces, magnificent buildings and castles several wars. The best time is to experience St. Petersburg in its full glory, during white nights. Many have heard of it, but saw only a few: each year St. Petersburg of phenomenon unique and incredible experience.

This miracle of nature, called ‘White nights’, that one is to admire in summer months, you can explain scientific: St. Petersburg is located on the 60 latitude as the southern part of Alaska and the southern tip of Greenland. In the summer months, the location of the Sun is so that it down is not correctly. Shortly before midnight, it begins to dawn in St. Petersburg and the city is bathed in a silver white light. For this reason, it was Natural spectacle known as ‘White nights’. Twilight lasts for about five and a half hours and starting at four o’clock in the morning, the Sun has again its full radiance.

You can admire this miracle of nature’s best in June/July and attracts thousands of tourists, if you planning a trip to Russia, you must care early enough to hostels and hotels in St Petrsburg. St. Petersburg is a romantic city, not for nothing it is called Venice of the North. Thousands of tourists and lovers are attracted by the magic of the sky over the Golden domes of the imperial city and enchanted by the magical light of this city. The magnificent city on the Neva offers much to see: to sleep, it’s just too bad. St. Petesburg has to appreciate this phenomenon and offers a unique spectacle for his visitors.


Island Paradise

An island paradise that promises holidays on the footsteps of Christopher Kolumbus can be found off the coast of Portugal. Individual dream trips on the flower island of Madeira are originally and romantic way! Lonely mountains, steep cliffs, green terrace slopes, steppe-like headlands and idyllic villages guarantee a varied experience. Enjoy magnificent landscapes and partly deserted regions on Madeira. The locals call Madeira right floating garden’: dense forests, vineyards and fertile arable land set the scene, as well as Sun-drenched beaches and rugged mountain ranges. Admire the diversity of Madeira during a relaxing hike and let munden following regional delicacies and the famous Madeira wine.

Best time to travel through the very mild climate is similar to Madeira a large Botanical Garden therefore also known as flower island. In a Madeira travel should be addressed the varying climate: In the North of the island It often rains, the South is subtropical, warm. The ideal time for a holiday in Madeira is from May to October, when bathing in the Atlantic is possible. Madeira cultural and leisure activities until the 1970s was regarded as one of the poorest regions in Europe, now mainly the tourism has contributed to a significant improvement in the situation. His originality has nevertheless preserved Madeira and the craft of basket weaving or the traditional Azulejos, colorful ceramic tiles, mosaics are all over the place to see. In addition to cultural aspects, Madeira offers also many sporting activities: on beautiful hiking routes along the “Levadas” (irrigation channels) you can explore the sometimes austere, yet stunning landscape with unique plants and rare animals. The contrasts between the sea and cliffs are stunning.

Also the golf courses are located on Madeira ideal between rugged mountains and subtropical Green a pleasure for professionals and amateur golfers. Not too forget the extensive water sports on the coast of Madeira. The most beautiful cities and attractions of the peak of Madeira travel is the vibrant Island capital Funchal, which has retained its charm over the centuries and nestled in a sun-drenched Bay to the foothills of the mountains of the island. Visit the traditional flower and vegetable market, the botanical gardens, the Cathedral and the former Archbishop’s Palace, where today an interesting art museum is housed. Other attractions of Madeira are the lighthouse of Ponta do Pargo, the highest mountain Pico Ruivo and the natural pools in Porto Moniz. Or you can visit the neighbouring island of Porto Santo, which is known for its beaches, the ideal sailing conditions and the colorful small gardens. The House, in which Christopher Kolumbus who once lived, is located here. Fantastic accommodation the romantic island of Madeira boasts luxurious accommodation for every taste: beautiful, restored mansions in a panoramic position in the countryside, renowned luxury hotel with long tradition and dignified ambiance or spas pamper you according to all rules of the art. After an eventful day in the impressive nature of Madeira, enjoy comfort and first-class service. Madeira is an exuberant flowers, spectacular mountain and coastal scenery, idyllic places and an island city with colonial charm. Travel to Madeira relaxing days in accordance with the beauty of nature.