Archive for the ‘Europe’ Category

The Grecian Contribution

The Grecian Contribution
It’s ironic that the Olympic Games which began over 2000 years ago were part of a religious festival. Even today, sporting activities are followed with pious fervor minus the gory deaths! It was the Greeks who began Olympic proceedings in honor of Zeus, the King of the Gods!
September 6th, 2011 | Destinations, Europe, Features | Read More

Drown in the old world charm of Heidelberg, Germany

Drown in the old world charm of Heidelberg, Germany
Drown in the old world charm of Heidelberg that still houses buildings from the middle Ages and early Renaissance. The enchanting schloss, courtyard and the famous Heidelberg Tun make this destination a must-visit for travel buffs. A walk around the picturesque old town is sure to make this a memorable...
September 2nd, 2011 | Destinations, Europe, Features | Read More

Raise a toast to the wine country – France

Raise a toast to the wine country – France
Always dreamt about gazing over barrels of first class wine or tasting vintage wine with cheese by candlelight in centuries old cedars? The dream doesn’t stop here! Your host is a private classified growth chateau and you’re walking through a Grand Cru vineyard with a world-famous winemaker. For...
September 1st, 2011 | Destinations, Europe, Features | Read More

Zurich: Ten destinations you must visit

Zurich: Ten destinations you must visit
Zurich, located in central Switzerland, is the largest city in the country. Gracing the northwestern tip of Lake Zurich, it has approximately 380,500 inhabitants. Apart from being one of the largest financial centers of the world, Zurich is dotted with numerous tourist destinations which one should not...
August 30th, 2011 | Destinations, Europe, Features | Read More

Let Brussels take you on a fun ride

Let Brussels take you on a fun ride
Not just any other ride but an open roof bus ride that takes you through the capital of Belgium, Brussels. Read on to jump in to the ‘hop in and hop off’ tour of Brussels and enjoy the city’s heritage, entertainment, art and architecture.
August 26th, 2011 | Destinations, Europe, Features | Read More

Alhambra Palace- An architectural wonder!

Alhambra Palace- An architectural wonder!
Alhambra palace has been described as a pearl set in emeralds, in allusion to the colour of its buildings and the woods around them. It comes up like an imposing structure with reddish tones in its ramparts, nestled admist mountains among the oldest quarters in the city. Letsgo explores the Moorish heritage...
August 22nd, 2011 | Destinations, Europe, Features | Read More