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... |
Berlin
| 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... |