Top sigths of Germany
The Brandenburg Gate is considered the main sight of Berlin, the capital of the country. The building of the Gate took place in 1788 – 1791. Nowadays, the monument is an important historic object. Once known as a “Charlie “guarding point, the monument was turned into a museum dedicated to the Cold War. The majority of ancient buildings in Berlin were destroyed during the Second World War, only a few have managed to survive till our days. These are St. Hedwig’s Cathedral, St. Nicolas Cathedral, the building of Arsenal, Marienkirche and Berlin Zoo, the biggest zoo in the world. Many historic landmarks were restored literally from ruins – the Berlin State Opera, Bellevue Palace, Reichstag, Charlottenberg Palace and Kaiser Wilhelm Kirche. There are more than a dozen of interesting museums in Berlin, the most famous of which are the Museum of Egypt, the Prussian Palace Museum, Bode Gallery, Kulturforum, Museum Island, the New National Gallery and Pergamon Museum. … OpenChapters of the guide to Kaiserslautern
Kaiserslautern for children - what to visit
The miniature German town of Kaiserslautern is literally created for family holidays. It has a lot of interesting sights and entertainment centers. The city has an excellent small zoo that will enchant visitors with its hospitable atmosphere. In the zoo live very nice and harmless animals. Children will have the opportunity to feed deer and sheep, and observe the meerkats and camels that live in a spacious aviary. … Open
Shopping, streets and outlets
Females will find it very interesting to visit the Triumph shop that specializes in elite lingerie and swimming suits. The price range is incredibly broad. A set of underwear can cost from 30 to 200 euro. Swimming suits have a similar price. Females who like bright and non-standard items will genuinely like Triumph. Active tourists and everyone who cannot imagine their life without sport will find it very … Open
Advices for travellers
12. There are many restaurants in Kaiserslautern that offer different cuisines of the world. You can always find your favorite delicatessen or try something new and unusual. It is still recommended to focus on restaurants that specialize in authentic cuisine of the region. 13. Don’t forget to try locally produced wine that is famous for its rich taste. Tourists also like purchasing souvenirs with the main … Open
Travel guide to Kaiserslautern
For those who want to take a longer walk through the picturesque places, the Pfalzerwald Reserve is available. On its territory is the largest forest in Germany, the total area of the reserve is about 180,000 hectares. On the territory of the park there are many routes, here travelers can admire the beautiful lakes and rivers, and also see rare species of trees and plants. There are many wild inhabitants in … Open
Traditions and mentality of Kaiserslautern
The population of the city deserves a mention. Approximately a hundred thousand people live in Kaiserslautern, with Europeans being the majority. Additionally, roughly fifty thousand NATO soldiers live in the city and its neighborhoods. There is an explanation to this fact – in the 50s of the previous century, Kaiserslautern became the largest military base of the United States outside the country. By the way, … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
Here are the ingredients needed to cook this salad: several potatoes, one fresh and marinated cucumber, fresh greens, four tablespoons of water, olive oil, white grape vinegar, and mustard. Black pepper and bay leaves are the most typical spices used in the dish. To make the salad, boil potatoes in their skins with bay leaf and black pepper. After that, peel the potato and slice it into thin pieces. Cut the slices … Open