Al-Ain, United Arab Emirates
The record-oasis
A garden – and a University town in the middle of the desert: the promoters of al-Ain, the oasis, about 160 kilometers from Abu Dhabi advertise. On the border to Oman travelers are immersed in a different world: palm trees and fruit trees with the glorious scent of lemons, oranges, mangoes and bananas – a garden of Eden in the middle of the barren landscape in front of one of the largest deserts in the world.
Al-Ain is about 5000 years old, the tombs of the bronze age in the South of the city are witnesses. 700’000 inhabitants has the former caravan station, today, the you as city, however hardly true: None of the buildings higher than six floors. In the 19th century. Century, the magnificent Al-Jahili was here-a fortress built one of the largest of the United Arab Emirates. And with a Million palm trees and trees of al Ain is also one of the largest oases in the world.
www.visitabudhabi.ae; www.bischofberger-reisen.ch
Wellington, new Zealand
the capital of the connoisseur.
Small and unknown as Auckland and however, new Zealand’s capital, Wellington is located on the southern tip of the North island, and is a pretty restless place: Close to the city centre, the Australian plate slides over the Pacific, and the actions in the underground trigger again and again, earthquake. In 1855, the convulsions were so strong, that the earth raised up to 6.4 meters.
it has Long been set up here in Wellington earthquake will be built for sure. The impending danger of the inhabitants to lead a quite lively city life. Under the Motto “small but mighty!” there are more Bars and Restaurants per capita than New York. The Local are all located within walking distance of each other. If you lose track of time, you just go up to the summit of Mount Victoria and enjoy the breath-taking Panorama.
www.newzealand.com; www.knecht-reisen.ch
Perth, Australia
Shopping and bathing
What more could you want: a vibrant city center for Shopping and strolling, plus the Indian ocean outside the front door! In view of the beautiful sandy beaches and the well-tempered ocean, Perth is considered the water sports capital. The Antarctic ocean current coming from to cool the water to 20 to 22 degrees. The sun-drenched city on the Swan River is home to the Kings Park is an attractive green oasis. Thanks to 400 hectares, in 1872, founded the city Park is one of the largest in the world.
Between the glass high-rise buildings of the Skyline are still a piece of history is The old Perth 1829 by British settlers founded, the Government House, the Town Hall or the Old Courthouse a lot of historical Buildings. And the Perth Cultural Centre is the headquarters of the ballet and orchestral ensembles of Western Australia.
www.visitperth.com.au; www.travelhouse.ch
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
a Stimulating Multicultural Mix
Many of the world’s cultures in a confined space is if you like this mix, in Kuala Lumpur properly. Here minarets, Christian Church spires soar into the tropical sky. But also Chinese pagodas and Indian temples add a splash of colour between the futuristic high-rise buildings. A must for the first visit in the Malaysian economy, metropolis: the Petronas twin towers, the tallest twin towers in the world. Right next to a Mega shopping experience lures in the Suria KLCC shopping Mall. And in the nightlife and shopping district of Bukit Bintang with many popular Bars and night markets.
www.visitkl.gov.my; www.tourasia.ch
Valparaiso, Chile
Uphill to the Labyrinth
The relaxed port city on the Pacific is ideally suited to walk over thousands of stairs or rickety cable cars discover. In a maze of colourful, ornate wooden houses, cafes, galleries, Restaurants, or Hotels hide with sea view terraces. The houses were built after the devastating 1906 earthquake, especially in the Victorian style, but also with a new, safe design. Today the old town is a Unesco world heritage site. Don’t miss La Sebastiana, the former home of famous poet and Nobel laureate Pablo Neruda is absolutely worth seeing.
www.chile.de; www.knecht-reisen.ch
Durban, South Africa
Hai-Alarm and snake Paradise
In the Fitzsimons snake Park, hundreds of reptiles to your appearance. The visitors can see Black Mambas, cobras and Puffottern of this world, you living behind the glass, suddenly, something. Also, the metropolis on the Indian ocean, which is home to this special animal Park is fascinating and dangerous at the same time: On the long, Golden sandy beaches with the best surf spots in the sharks wait, sometimes behind the tensioned nets on prey. If the protection holds, controls every day the Sharks Board Maritime centre. And: The specialists take you on their boats and tourists.
www.southafrica.net/de; www.travelhouse.ch
San Antonio, Texas (United States)
Colorful life on the river
undoubtedly the main attraction on the square, the River Walk – the Promenade on the San Antonio river. Five kilometers long and leads directly through the centre of the Texan metropolis, and through the middle of subtropical Vegetation. Artificial waterfalls, dozens of Restaurants, cafes, boutiques – San Antonio is a true Paradise for strollers. The Promenade was built in the 20s and 30s, to regulate the course of the river. Today you can see the result in the case of a ship tour. The trip is at night, when San Antonio is illuminated, a wonderful experience.
www.visitsanantonio.com; www.travelhouse.ch
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Aida Nova: A milestone in the Maritime
Reto Guntli: The photographer shows the beautiful Hotels
cool cities: the charm of second row
Uganda: up close with the wild monkey
Oman: The woman, who lives in the desert
Maldives: Unusual views of tropical fish
Cambodia: the masses of tourists and island of peace
5 Travel Gadgets that enhance any trip
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Created: 19.09.2019, 22:30 PM
