Baroque In addition to choral polyphony, at the beginning of the 17th century there was the type of composition that had emerged in Italy around 1590 as solo singing with basso continuo (monody). The new composition technique formed the basis for the genres opera (recitative, aria), oratorio, passion and lied and already features the motets…
German music, term for the music of the German language and cultural area. When describing it, the following facts must be taken into account: On…
The magnificent late baroque palace was the summer residence of the Olomouc archbishops. The castle park and the flower garden are particularly beautiful. Kroměříž Castle…
In the context of the world economy, Central and Southern America still occupies a decidedly marginal position: it is enough to observe, by comparison, that,…
According to act-test-centers, Slovak art, is the art on the territory of today’s Slovak Republic. Romanesque and Gothic: The earliest surviving architectural evidence comes from…
The choice of a study country for studying abroad is not easy for many. After all, there are so many exciting countries in the world…
American Samoa – traveling in the country Airplane: Inter-Island Airways, based in Pado Pado, connects Tutuila with the Manu’a islands several times a day. However,…
Guy Fawkes (Bonfire Night) is a public holiday, but not a bank holiday, celebrated on the evening of November 5th in the UK, New Zealand…
After spending the night in Rostock, I arrived in Wismar early in the morning after the little over 60 kilometer long car journey. I looked…
Indian cultures Around 10,000 BC The first people settled in what is now Costa Rica. Several peoples were formed who immigrated from the north or…
The Kejimkujik National Park and Historic Site is located in the province of Nova Scotia, in eastern Canada. Founded in 1974, it is divided into…
Turkmenistan has only rudimentary functioning social security networks. For example, there is a pension system. However, the amount of the remuneration cannot be relied on,…
Rich in gold and minerals of high economic value, Roraima was the scene of fierce, and often violent, disputes between Indians, farmers and prospectors for…
Thickly forested hills, fine sandy beaches and hidden bays – that sounds like it is priceless and far away? I thought wrong! The island of…
In general, the best time to visit India is from October to March. During these months the climate in most of the country is pleasant…
Anyone who has not yet seen Oman as a travel destination should change that quickly. The kingdom in the southeast of the Arabian Peninsula borders…
What is the climate like in Peru? The climate in Peru is divided into three zones: the coastal region (Costa), the Andean region (Sierra) and…
As the second largest city in South Africa, Cape Town is one of the most popular destinations in the southwest of the country. The so-called…
Picturesque Munich is a favorite of the cultural traveler. Bavaria is best known for its beer culture, but its capital, Munich, has plenty to see…
HOTELS, HOLIDAY APARTMENTS AND MORE FROM COZY… The standard of accommodation in Scandinavia is generally good and comparable to ours. We have a selection of…
FROM ELONGATED FJORDS… Norway is rich in different regions, each with its own charm. Rugged fjords, rolling hills and glacier-covered plateaus are just a few…
Located in the Middle East, Jordan has quickly become a popular beach, diving and cultural destination according to countryaah. Just a five-hour flight from Helsinki,…
Hot and dry climate Jordan, like the rest of the Middle East, is a hot spot. On the Red Sea coast, the temperature stays on…
China has fascinated tourists with its mystique for centuries. History, culture and oriental exoticism take you away. According to countryaah, China is one of Asia’s…
Getting around Chinese cities Cities should be transported by efficient public transport, especially the metro, unless the huge crowd is terrible. Taxis are inexpensive but…
Iran is one of the most important states in the Middle East, whose high culture dates back thousands of years according to countryaah. Due to…
According to countryaah, Laos is still an unconquerable oasis for tourists, offering the traveler a first-class experience in Southeast Asia. From the relaxed World Heritage…
TRAVEL DESTINATIONS IN LAOS Temples and elephants in Luang Prabang The center of the Old Kingdom and one of the most prestigious World Heritage Sites…
The Maldivian archipelago is a tropical paradise with white beaches and a turquoise sea where people set out to make their dreams come true. The…
FLIGHTS, ACCOMMODATION AND MOVEMENT IN THE MALDIVES At its cheapest, round-trip flights to Maldives in the Maldives can cost as much as around € 400,…