Germany
As Europe's largest economy and most populous nation, Germany remains a key member of the continent's economic, political, and defense organizations. European power struggles immersed the country in two devastating World Wars in the first half of the 20th century and left the country occupied by the victorious Allied powers of the US, UK, France, a ......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... |
Frankfurt
Frankfurt?s high-rise buildings conjure up images of Manhattan, leading to it's nick name ?Mainhattan?.
On warm summer evenings people converge on the banks of the river Main to enjoy a cool beer in the delightful outdoor setting of a beer garden or a glass of apple wine in one of the city?s many taverns.
Frankfurt?s cultural life is diverse. The ... ...more... | Klagenfurt
Did you know?
According to legend, the
area was haunted by a special kind of dragon, a 'lindwurm'. Brave
man killed it - and Klagenfurt was founded.
Thus ... ...more... |