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The Marketplace in Cochem is surrounded by beautiful half-timbered houses and the Baroque styled Town Hall(1st photo) that was built in 1739. On the third photo you can see the Martin's Fountain with some colourful houses in the background. Manarola
Manarola is part of the Cinque Terre in the Italian region of Liguria. The Cinque Terre consists of five villages located on the cliffs at the Mediterranean coast. The other villages are Corniglia, Vernazza, Riomaggiore and Monterosso al Mare.
The Cliffs at Etretat
The cliffs at Etretat are part of the Alabaster coast in France. In this seaside town you can have a great view of the white cliffs and the natural archways that reach out into the sea. You can enjoy the view of the 70 m high limestone cliffs with a walk on the paths leading from the beaches.
Mont Saint-Michel
Mont Saint-Michel is an island in the Lower Normandy region in France. The island is connected to the mainland by a causeway build in 1879. According to the legend, Archangel Saint-Michael instructed the bishop of Avranches to build a monastery at the top of the rocky island.
Monte Carlo Casino
Monte Carlo Casino in Monaco is one of the most luxurious casinos in the world. Charles Garnier, who also designed the Paris Opera House, was hired to created this famous Belle Époque building. The construction of the casino took place between 1858-1863 and was ordered by Prince Charles III.
Beersel Castle
Beersel Castle, located in the South of Brussels, was built by Godfried van Hellebeke between 1300 and 1310. It has 3 massive watchtowers and is surrounded by a wide moat. The castle was only conquered once in its existence, by the troops of Brussels in the rebellion against Maximilian of Austria in 1489.
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Marktplatz Cochem
The Marketplace in Cochem is surrounded by beautiful half-timbered houses and the Baroque styled Town Hall(1st photo) that was built in 1739. On the third photo you can see the Martin's Fountain with some colourful houses in the background. Saturday, August 15, 2009
Reichsburg Cochem
The Reichsburg is a popular tourist attraction in Cochem, in western Germany. The castle was built around the year 1000 by the palatinate count Ezzo. It is situated on higher ground overlooking the river Mosel. After Cochem was occupied by the French troops of Sun King Louis XIV, the castle was set on fire and blown up in 1689. The ruins of the castle were bought by a Berlin business man in 1868 and the entire structure was rebuilt in Neo-Gothic style. Today the castle is owned by the town Cochem and is run by "Reichsburg Cochem Ltd."View location in Cochem, Germany
Thursday, August 06, 2009
The Citadel of Dinant
The Citadel of Dinant is located on a cliff, more than 100 metres above the River Meuse. The Citadel was build in 1820 and replaced the ruins of the original fortification. There are four ways up to it, including a route with 400 steps and a cabin cable railway. From the Citadel are beautiful views on Dinant and the Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame.Tuesday, August 04, 2009
The Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame
The Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame in Dinant was originally build in Romanesque style. Falling rocks from the nearby cliffs destroyed it in 1227. The building was partially reconstructed in Gothic style with limestone from Dinant, later the onion shaped bell tower was added. Inside the church you can see the beautiful stained glass, the large window made by Ladon is one of the largest in Europe.Saturday, August 01, 2009
Dinant
Dinant is a Belgian city, it is located on the River Meuse in the province of Namur. The city's main landmarks are the Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame and the Citadel. Dinant was also the hometown of Adolphe Sax, inventor of the saxophone.
