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Central Mineral Baths in Sofia during a sunny day.
Central Mineral Baths | Sofia, Bulgaria

Central Mineral Baths | Sofia, Bulgaria

The mineral baths were known in Sofia Bulgaria already in 16th century. However, the final architecture which you can see on the photo is the effect of the reconstruction which those baths went through at the beginning of 19th century.
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Wieskirche or The Pilgrimage Church of Wies interior in Bavaria, Germany.
Wieskirche or The Pilgrimage Church of Wies

Wieskirche or The Pilgrimage Church of Wies

Wieskirche or The Pilgrimage Church of Wies is still not typically a touristic attraction in Bavaria. It remotely stands at the feet of the Alps and is a UNESCO World Heritage, which I liked the most – with a background story but still undiscovered by photographers.
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Justizpalast (Palace of Justice) in Munich in Bavaria, Germany.
Justizpalast | Munich, Germany

Justizpalast | Munich, Germany

The Palace was constructed in years 1890-1897 in neo-baroque style. It became worldwide known for the story of “White Rose”. Justizpalast is today a home for Bavarian Department of Justice and the District Court I of Munich.
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A photo of interior of Selimiye Mosque in Nicosia; Cyprus
Selimiye Mosque | Nicosia, Cyprus

Selimiye Mosque | Nicosia, Cyprus

Selimiye Mosque is one of the most fascinating buildings in Northern Cyprus. It is also the largest building which survived so many centuries in Nicosia. As some sources say: it “may have been the largest church built in the Eastern Mediterranean in the millennium between the rise of Islam and the late Ottoman period”.
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Red Light District in Amsterdam during the night; the Netherlands
Red Light District | Amsterdam, Netherlands

Red Light District | Amsterdam, Netherlands

Amsterdam has three Red Light Districts, but the one located in the centre of the city is definitely the most famous. It is not only a place where prostitutes run their business, but also a part of the city where one can find popular coffee shops, sex-shops, cinemas, theatres, bars and dining places.
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Florence panorama during summer evening; Tuscany in Italy
Florence panorama in the evening | Florence, Italy

Florence panorama in the evening | Florence, Italy

If you want to have the best view of Florence, it’s recommended that you visit Piazzale Michelangelo. But be aware! Climbing a hill is involved!
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Banz Abbey (in German Kloster Banz), known also as the Banz Castle in Bavaria, Germany
Banz Abbey | Bavaria, Germany

Banz Abbey | Bavaria, Germany

Banz Abbey (in German Kloster Banz), known also as the Banz Castle is one of the hidden pearls of Bavaria in Germany. Previously Benedictine monastery nowadays serves as a conference centre or a museum of fossils and curiosities such as Egyptian Mummies.
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The Nuremberg Castle: Imperial Castle (Kaiserburg), Burgraves' castle (Burggrafenburg) and “Imperial City”; Germany
The Nuremberg Castle | Nuremberg, Germany

The Nuremberg Castle | Nuremberg, Germany

The Nuremberg Castle (in German Nürnberger Burg) is one of the most prominent medieval fortifications in Germany and one could say even in Europe. Some sources say that the castle is representing the power and importance of the Holy Roman Empire and the German Nation.
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Historical town Trogir in Croatia
Trogir history | Trogir, Croatia

Trogir history | Trogir, Croatia

Trogir, an ancient town is located in a close distance to Split. It has reach a history of belonging to different empires. Today a Croatian the town attracts tourists from different parts of the world.
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Copenhagen Opera House in front of Amalienborg castle – Denmark.
Copenhagen Opera House | Copenhagen, Denmark

Copenhagen Opera House | Copenhagen, Denmark

Located just opposite the home of the Royal Danish family – Amalienborg Castle Copenhagen Opera House stands on the shore of the harbour. The building though during the night is looking like located on the island. The lights softly reflecting on the water are giving it an additional charm.
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Grundtvig’s Church – rare expressionist architecture. Copenhagen, Denmark
Grundtvig’s Church | Copenhagen, Denmark

Grundtvig’s Church | Copenhagen, Denmark

Have you seen ever a church in expressionistic style with a gothic twist? We hadn’t until seeing this Grundtvig’s Church while visiting the capital of Denmark – Copenhagen.
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The Öresund Bridge connecting Copenhagen in Denmark and Malmö in Sweden
The Öresund Bridge | Denmark

The Öresund Bridge | Denmark

Öresund bridge is connecting the capital of Denmark Copenhagen and Malmö – the Swedish city. Øresund is the longest combined rail and road bridge of Europe, but this is only one of the interesting facts about it.
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Peniscola – a town between Barcelona and Valencia in Spain
Peniscola Old Town | Peniscola, Spain

Peniscola Old Town | Peniscola, Spain

Peñíscola, a small Spanish primary fishing village is located in the Costa Azahar – Orange Blossom Coast. It’s a great stop to visit when you’re travelling from Valencia to Barcelona.
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Cascais Estoril - Forte de Santo António da Barra (Fort of Saint Anthony of Barra); Portugal.
Forte de Santo António da Barra | Cascais, Portugal

Forte de Santo António da Barra | Cascais, Portugal

Fort of Saint Anthony of Barra in Estoril parish, located in Cascais, was one of the most monumental buildings that we saw in Cascais. The previous summer residence of António de Oliveira Salazar, was just recently renovated and opened to the public.
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Cascais during a sunny day - Praia da Rainha (Queen’s Beach); Portugal.
Praia da Rainha | Cascais, Portugal

Praia da Rainha | Cascais, Portugal

Praia da Rainha, translated – The Queen’s Beach, is the smallest beach in Cascais, and most definitely one of the most scenic. The story tells us that the last Queen of Portugal, Queen Amelia, was so charmed by it that she proclaimed this place to be her own, hence the name.
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Cascais City Centre - The Square of 5th October; Portugal.
The Square of 5th October | Cascais, Portugal

The Square of 5th October | Cascais, Portugal

Apart from being a crossing point for many touristic paths, Praça 5 de Outubro is a lively place with many local restaurants and bars. The beach across the street in Cascais, makes a perfect place to spend an entire day, just enjoying the sun.
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Peniscola with the Castle, during summer holidays in Spain.
Peniscola Castle | Peniscola, Spain

Peniscola Castle | Peniscola, Spain

Peniscola is the kind of town that is our favourite to visit. Beautiful with a rich history, but still not so much discovered by travellers and photographers. The Castle was built in the 13th century by Knights Templar. At some point, this Castle also became a house to Pope Benedict III.
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Valencia Marina or as officially known, Juan Carlos 1 Marina; Spain.
Valencia Marina | Valencia, Spain

Valencia Marina | Valencia, Spain

Valencia Marina or as officially known, Juan Carlos 1 Marina, became famous because of America’s Cup to Valencia in 2007 and was also the time when it was renovated. The fame, after its restoration, not only drew in tourist’s but also historical vessels with a view that would please any boat-lover.
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Cabo da Roca in Sintra – a trip from Lisbon; Portugal.
Cabo da Roca | Sintra, Portugal

Cabo da Roca | Sintra, Portugal

Cabo da Roca is the most western part of Europe. It is in Sintra municipality and is just 42 kilometres away from Lisbon. Cabo da Roca is one of the main touristic attractions in Europe, because of its geographical and symbolic meaning.
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Picture of Azulejo in Lisbon; Portugal
Portuguese Azulejo | Lisbon, Portugal

Portuguese Azulejo | Lisbon, Portugal

If you’ve ever been to Portugal, you probably know “Azulejo” very well. These are colourful tiles that are used to decorate buildings, palaces, churches, schools, etc. They are usually of different forms and tints. It was a big surprise for us to discover that in actual fact, the primary purpose of Azulejo, was a practical and not a decorative one.

Nico Trinkhaus
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