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Preparing your trip to Mainz: advices & hints - things to do and to obey
1. The warmest months in the year are considered to be July and August. During these months the day time temperature reaches about 23C. The summer is considered to be the heat of the tourist season that is why one should take care of summer hotel booking in advance.
2. Upscale shopping centers and luxury boutiques accept international credit cards however setting off to the small shops and boutiques as well as to the markets of Mainz one should be backed up with enough cash. The purchases are most profitably made in national currency as the currencies of other countries may simply not be approved for payment.
3. The city is better be cruised on foot as many districts of Mainz are designed for pedestrians. Some city sights are located in few minute walk from each other. That is why a simple hiking may turn to an engaging city sights tour.
4. To rent a car one will need passport, driving license and a credit card with enough cash to cover the gage. Customers under 21 as well as those who drive a car for less than a year may be denied in renting.
6. Shops and shopping center get open not later than 9 am and work till 7 – 8 pm on weekdays. Saturday is considered to be the shortened working day meanwhile Sunday is a usual day off. Shopping addicts are highly recommended to pay a visit to Mainz during Christmas holidays when almost every shop offers grand sales.
7. Prudent tourists should pay attention to local pubs and beer restaurants as major of them add a glass of expensive beer with an impressive portion of rich snacks which can be a substantial filling dinner.
Cultural life of Mainz is rich and diverse as each season of the year features interesting festive events. Despite of beer being considered by travelers the favorite drink of local people, … 
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What to visit being in Mainz - unique sights
Miniatur Wunderland
From the series “Famous Miniature Museums of Architectural Objects and Cities”
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Distance from Mainz center - 17.3 km.
The park has been divided into several thematic zones. In addition to the unique railroad, one can see models of famous natural and historical regions of the world. Of special interest are the residential quarters of Hamburg designed in the park, which many experienced tourists come to admire with the onset of darkness. In the evening, lights are lit in tiny windows of houses, which makes the model even more realistic. Ruins of ancient castles, models of busy markets, famous religious sites and educational institutions - you can see models of objects of very different specificities in the park of Wunderland. …
Read further Distance from Mainz center - 17.3 km.
Burg Rheinstein
From the series “Gothic Architecture – Magnificent Monuments”
Check on the map: Distance from Mainz center - 29.7 km.
A small chapel was built on the territory of the castle in 1839. The tomb of Prince Frederick, as well as one of his sons, is located in it. The fortress was full of life during the years when the Persian prince owned it. He held grand jousting tournaments and balls here. He also invested huge sums in the design of the castle. Unique stained glass windows from the 14th century were delivered to it. Some of the unique wall paintings, including masterpieces by the famous artist Ludwig Pose, are preserved in the fortress. …
Read further Distance from Mainz center - 29.7 km.
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New Year events in Thailand are likely to bring more people this year because everyone is tired of lockdowns and craving normal life. Many tourists, who book hotels in Pattaya, Krabi, or Phuket for the holiday season, also want to participate. As champagne has become an essential drink for New Year celebrations, the question regarding alcohol consumption comes to mind. The government allowed serving alcoholic drinks during the New Year countdown but only open-air cafes and restaurants with good ventilation will be permitted to do this until 1 am on 1 January 2022. This rule is nationwide.
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New Year events in Thailand are likely to bring more people this year because everyone is tired of lockdowns and craving normal life. Many tourists, who book hotels in Pattaya, Krabi, or Phuket for the holiday season, also want to participate. As champagne has become an essential drink for New Year celebrations, the question regarding alcohol consumption comes to mind. The government allowed serving alcoholic drinks during the New Year countdown but only open-air cafes and restaurants with good ventilation will be permitted to do this until 1 am on 1 January 2022. This rule is nationwide.
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Travelling to Mainz - advices and tips. What should be provisioned in advance, the rules you might want to follow, and the things you better avoid doing in Mainz. We help you to make your trip smooth and easy, with no unexpected surprises.
