The German economy continued to suffer from the burdens of the reunification process until the second half of the nineties, in particular due to the difficulty of absorbing the labor supply coming from Eastern Europe (see above) and of containing the public deficit., which, from the values below 0, 5 % recorded by the Federal…
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Romania Between the 1970’s and 1990’s Part 2
Criticism grew following the publication (1988) of a government project of ” rural systematization ”, which envisaged by 2000 the destruction of about 7000 villages and the resettlement of the population in collective blocks of flats which were to form the nucleus of new agricultural centers. -industrial; inspired by the objective of eliminating the differences…
Romania Between the 1970’s and 1990’s
From the second half of the seventies the economic life of the Romania underwent a series of difficulties that marked the crisis of the development model pursued by the country in the previous decades. The traditional policy of forced industrialization had led to a sharp increase in domestic energy consumption, forcing the Romania to become…
Attractions in Keflavik, Iceland
Keflavík: sights and the unique nature of Iceland “First we do it, then we like it.” (Icelandic motto) Keflavík, the sixth largest city in Iceland, is an important port city in both senses of the word. In addition to the picturesque sea port of Keflavik with impressive historical buildings from the 19th century, there is…
Caves in Slovakia – Fascination with the Underworld
Caves have always had something mystical about them, because the paths into the “underworld” are full of secrets. As early as 1977 UNESCO ennobled the caves of the Slovak Karst as an exceptional biosphere reserve. Twelve of these huge grottos even received the title “World Natural Heritage”. It is above all the extent of the…
Poland Landmarks
Pienines The Pieniny National Park is a nature reserve in the extreme south of Poland near Slovakia. The Pieniny mountain range is divided into three areas: Pieniny Spiskie, Małe Pieniny and Pieniny Właściwe, where the park is located. The area is 23.46 square kilometers, of which 13.11 km² are forested. A third, around 7.5 km²,…
Bavaria and Brandenburg, Germany
Bavaria Probably the proudest and also the most internationally known state is the Free State of Bavaria. Not least because of the soccer club FC Bayern Munich or the Oktoberfest, which together with the Bavarian costume in the foreign countries always with Germany inlinkis brought. They are also proud of their brewing skills and the…
Ireland Geography
Ireland, Irish Éire [eːriə], English Ireland [ a ɪ ələnd], officially Irish Poblacht na h’Éireann [ pobləxt nə he ː rən], English Republic of Ireland [rɪpʌblɪk ɔv aɪələnd], German Republic of Ireland, State Northwest Europe with (2019) 4.9 million residents; The capital is Dublin. Ireland occupies most of the island. The remaining sixth is the…
Balkan Tour – Albania, Kosovo & Montenegro
Our tours in the Southern Balkans are exotic Albania in European terms, as well as Montenegro and Kosovo, which are among the world’s newest independent states. The beautiful mountain scenery of the Balkans, the medieval market towns of the coast, the bazaars of Ottoman rule, the ancient culture and special language of the Albanians, and…
Upper German Dialects
Upper German includes East Franconian as well as the dialectal areas of Bavarian and Alemannic. The first feature of Upper German is the full implementation of the High German phonetic shift. The only exception is in large parts the incomplete shift from West Germanic k to kch and in certain phonetic contexts to ch. The East…
German Theater: 19th/20th Century
German Theater German theater, in the broader sense scenic presentations in German (German-speaking theater); in the narrower sense – from the formation of the idea of national theater – linked to the idea of Germany’s national identity. 19th/20th Century On the threshold of the optical 19th century, Goethe’s lamented urge for sensual and true stage and lighting…
Early New High German Language
Early New High German extends from around 1350 to 1650. One can distinguish between three periods: older (around 1350 to around 1500), middle (around 1500 to 1580) and more recent (around 1580 to around 1650) Early New High German. The political and cultural situation is characterized by a number of factors that are also significant…
Old High German Literature
In the broadest sense, the term “German literature” encompasses everything written in the German language. However, this only applies to the early days of German literary history, when even the most modest written notes are of interest. With the increase in literary evidence, the meaning of the term is more and more restricted to the…
House Tugendhat in Brno (World Heritage)
The house, built between 1928 and 1930, is one of the most important Mies van der Rohe buildings in Europe. Original interior design, elegant interior and its technical equipment make Villa Tugendhat a milestone in the so-called international architectural style. House Tugendhat in Brno: facts Official title: House Tugendhat in Brno Cultural monument: Villa built…
Austria Politics
The current one, with the substantial assistance of H. Kelsen The drafted constitution of the Republic of Austria dates from October 1st, 1920. It was fundamentally changed in 1929, abolished in 1934 in favor of a corporate state constitution and re-enacted in 1945. Since then, the main law, the Federal Constitutional Law (B-VG), has been…
Scotland Population and Cities
Population Number Scotland has about 5.3 million residents. Ethnic composition The majority of Scotland’s population is Scots (88.1%), followed by other groups from the United Kingdom (7.4%), Irish (1%), Pakistanis (0.6%), Chinese (0.3 %) and Indians (0.3%). Religious affiliation 2.1 million presbyters (Church of Scotland); 1.4 million without religious affiliation; 0.8 million Catholics, 0.3 million,…
The 5 Coldest Swimming Lakes in Austria
Do you long to cool down in these hot temperatures, but don’t want to travel that far? No problem, because there are also some places in this country where you can escape the heat. I’ll show you the 5 coldest bathing lakes in Austria that guarantee pure refreshment! With these hot temperatures, only one thing…
Climate and Weather in Croatia
Croatia can be divided into different climatic zones, some of which have great weather differences : the Adriatic coast, the lowlands with the capital Zagreb and the hilly central Croatia. Below you will find out all the climatic conditions and differences in the regions as well as the weather conditions in the different seasons. Climate…
SIGHTS OF FRANKFURT
The city has several good vantage points. Skyscrapers and the greenery of the parks The skyline, dominated by skyscrapers, is one of Frankfurt’s most impressive sights, especially in the evening. In addition to modern tower blocks, the city also has beautiful churches, old merchant houses and other lower buildings from different eras. Architecturally, Frankfurt is…
Green Ireland
Ireland invites the tourist to enjoy the rugged beach scenery, fine nature and long pub nights. Read the Beach Ball Destination Guide and plan your own vacation. The green island takes you with it Ireland is often nicknamed the Green Island, and it certainly is. Much of central Ireland is an agricultural area, a green…
The Best of Ireland
Dublin’s most famous attractions include The Half Penny Bridge. Dublin is the capital and largest city in Ireland. Colorful Dublin is a beloved city destination The Irish capital, Dublin, is a good-natured place where the traveler will find an immediate atmosphere and certainly a chat club. Although the city is full of fine old buildings,…
Iceland – a Land of Fire and Ice
The opposite nature of the island of the sagas must be experienced once in a lifetime. Read the Beach Ball Destination Guide and plan your own vacation. Iceland is a barren beautiful nature destination Glaciers, volcanoes and hot springs make Iceland, with a population of 300,000, a unique destination that has not lost its mystique….
The Best of Iceland
A horseback riding trip with an Icelandic horse is one of the best ways to get to know Icelandic nature. Flights from Helsinki to Reykjavik Finnair and Icelandair offer direct flights from Helsinki to Reykjavik. The journey takes about three and a half hours. Interim flights are often cheaper, but they often increase the travel…
Diverse Georgia
Fascinating Georgia offers travelers delicious food, stunning scenery and interesting cities. Georgia is a freak of the Caucasus, whose unique atmosphere is definitely worth exploring. The roots of the former Soviet republic of Georgia go back a long way in history. Georgia is the former Georgia This destination guide covers the Georgian state on the…
Georgia Destinations
There is plenty to see in the country’s capital, Tbilisi. Flying from Helsinki to Tbilisi There are no direct flights from Finland to Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia which is located in western Asia listed on countryaah. UIA, Air Baltic and Turkish Airlines, among others, offer possible connections. Prices vary depending on the time of…
United Kingdom – an Interesting Island Destination
U.K. is a northern European island nation which offers tourists bustling cities, beautiful nature and fascinating culture. The country’s capital, London, is familiar to most travelers, but there are plenty of other interesting travel destinations in the UK. On the shores of the North Sea, north of France, the United Kingdom, officially called the United Kingdom…
United Kingdom Attractions
Most tourists visiting Greater Britain have visited London. United Kingdom has the following biggest cities: London, Manchester, Edinburgh and Glasgow. London has it all London, which has been the capital of Great Britain for almost a thousand years, is one of the nobility of urban destinations. With a population of about 7.5 million in the big…
Italy for Life and Mediterranean Flavors
The charm of Italy lies in the stunning scenery, fascinating cities and good food. Read the Beach Ball Destination Guide and plan your own vacation. You can’t be comfortable in Italy The timeless charm of Italy comes from the sights, peaceful landscapes and unforgettable atmosphere. In Italy, the hustle and bustle of big cities finds…
Italy Destinations
Remember that Italy is also a great beach destination? Nice beaches are located in Sardinia, among others. Eternal Rome Called the Eternal City, Rome has long seen many kingdoms, tremendous twists in history, and rulers who have influenced the entire world. Rome is the largest city in Ital. All this is still visible in the…
The Best of Italy
The largest islands in the Mediterranean: Sardinia and Sicily The second largest island in the Mediterranean, the scenic Sardinia, surrounded by the turquoise sea, is an activity holidaymaker’s paradise. The island offers both hikers and beach holidaymakers the opportunity to build a trip that looks just their own. Attractions shaped by nature itself are Sardinia’s…