Tag: city
Explore the things to do in Saigon
Officially the city is actually called Ho Chi Minh City, or HCM for short. But at some point it is sure to return to its former name. After all, does someone still remember the former names of St. Petersburg and Volgograd today? This is why I will refer to the city as Saigon.The best way…
Vietnam’s imperial city Hue
Hue is the former imperial city of Vietnam. It has to be noted though that contemporary Vietnam’s territory is not the same as the empire’s. The city harbours a large palace, which resembles that of China’s Forbidden City, but is substantially more decayed. Piece by piece it is being restored to, perhaps one day, shine…
Improve your Phnom Penh visit with these 5 expert tips
Phnom Penh is the capital of Cambodia and the largest city. It was once known as the “Pearl of Asia” and one of the loveliest French-designed cities in Indochina. If you have time after visiting Siem Reap, it is definitely a travel tip worth exploring with its ornate temples and grand boulevards with French colonial…
Top 5 things to do in Zurich
Don’t know, what the top 5 things to do in Zurich are? You’ve come to the right place to find out! Zurich, Switzerland, used to be the centre of my life for 15 years. I studied, lived and worked here. It is a great city to explore and enjoy life. You just need a bit…
Schaffhausen Switzerland
Schaffhausen Switzerland stands out due to a certain medieval flair, even though not as much as Stein am Rhein. There is a lot so see here and the city attractions can be explored in three to five hours by foot-except for the Rheinfall. Between, you can take a rest at several places in pavement cafés.…
Stein am Rhein
If you like old European cities with a medieval touch, then Stein am Rhein is a good travel tip in any Europe travel tour. The small Swiss city is world famous for its painted houses and on top of the local hill the Hohenklingen castle is also worth a visit. The old town Stein am…
Pyin Oo Lwin: Botanical gardens and good food
When I arrived in Pyin Oo Lwin my good luck concerning the weather had left me. It was raining non-stop. But that is obviously the risk, if you decide to travel in South East Asia during rainy season. Nevertheless I can give you some advise if you decide to visit the place. Getting around It…