Spain
Spain's powerful world empire of the 16th and 17th centuries ultimately yielded command of the seas to England. Subsequent failure to embrace the mercantile and industrial revolutions caused the country to fall behind Britain, France, and Germany in economic and political power.
......more... | Austria
Once the center of power for the large Austro-Hungarian Empire, Austria was reduced
to a small republic after its defeat in World War I. Following annexation by Nazi
Germany in 1938 and subsequent occupation by the victorious Allies in 1945, Austria's
status remained unclear for a decade. A State Treaty signed in 1955 ended the
occupation, ......more... |
Barcelona
The airport is located 12km (8 miles) south of Barcelona
Barcelona, where to begin? Just take a walk along the Rambla and visit Gaudies church and parks. Just soak it in and explore at your leisure.
Don't forget you will need a nice hotel as siesta is mandatory, the nightlife does not begin before 10pm!
... ...more... | Salzburg
Salzburg - located between the two mountains Kapuzinerberg and Mönchsberg and the River Salzach this picturesque
city with its small alleys, quaint colorful town homes, rich castles
and palaces, neat gardens and a high density of churches and monasteries
is well worth a visit. ... ...more... |
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