Famous around the world for its banks, penknives, and neutral political stance, Switzerland’s artistic history has sometimes been forgotten. Kitty Hudson investigates Switzerland in the 19th and 20th centuries, shining a light on some of the great Modernist artists of this landlocked nation. Switzerland’s spectacular mountain landscape has inspired artists for centuries. The Grand Tour, […]
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The beautiful city of Erfurt is a place with a lot of historical significance. Once home to the father of Protestantism, Martin Luther, it was the place where he grew up at. Erfurt was once part of the Holy Roman Empire and is currently the largest city in the German state of Thuringia. Unlike other […]
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A mother elephant has saved her baby from drowning in a nearby river, enlisting the help of the herd to pull the infant free. Pictures show the curious calf exploring the shallows of the river before falling in as it attempted to take a drink. His head is barely visible above the water as his […]
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Colorful foliage, golden days shrouded in autumn mist and cool crisp air make Germany a great destination to visit in fall. Though most parts of the country see the landscape change in a cornucopia of fall colors, certain regions truly transform into fairytale lands. Here’s our pick of the best. Moselle Valley The Moselle Valley, nestled between the mighty Moselle River and rolling […]
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Right before the first snowflake of the season falls, and the summer sun begins to weaken, there comes a magical time in Switzerland. A time when the air is crisp and cool, the leaves are beginning to fall, and the forests are turning into a beautiful fiery orange. Every autumn, Switzerland transforms into a fairy […]
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Search the phrase “sunset Hawaii” or “sunset beach Hawaii” on Google and you will be impressed by its breathtaking dusk. So, what time is sunset in Hawaii? We listed the five most fabulous beaches to watch the Hawaiian sunset. Also, here are some Hawaii sunset quotes to impress your Instagram followers. What Time Is Sunset In […]
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Apart from its stunning natural beauty, Switzerland is also a destination for food lovers—especially those with big appetites. Its climate and verdant, mountainous landscapes make it highly suitable for dairy products, which is why cheese and chocolate play such prominent roles in the Swiss culinary identity. And while you definitely need to try both these […]
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Marienplatz (Mary’s Square) has been recognized as Munich’s central plaza since the city was founded in 1158 and is surrounded by a multitude of historic buildings. Some of the most famous of these monumental buildings are the exquisite Neues Rathaus(New Town Hall) and the Mariensäule, with its striking gilded statue of the Virgin Mary poised […]
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It’s called the Ichiban and only Matsumoto Shave Ice in Haleʻiwa serves it. About five years ago, the iconic Matsumoto Shave Ice shop in Haleʻiwa expanded, more than doubling its size and its offerings. (It’s still in the same spot in Haleʻiwa—it’s just a lot bigger.) Now you can find more than 30 designs of […]
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Peek into this remote valley along the rugged Hāmākua Coast. Chances are good that you’ve never been to Waimanu Valley. The largest of a string of remote valleys along a dozen miles of rugged, windswept Hamakua coastline between more accessible and well-known Big Island valleys Waipio and Pololu, Waimanu is not an easy place to […]
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