When I first went to Suceava, it was basically a coincidence and a place somewhere along the way. At that time, my destination was Turkey, and Suceava was the last stop on a smuggling bus from Przemyśl (Poland). I didn’t have time to visit the city then, which is why […]
Read MoreAlba Iulia, Romania. Impressive citadel and a variety of attractions.
I came across Alba Iulia by chance during a trip to Romania. Few people know about the attractions of Alba Iulia, a city that is just trying to break into the first league of tourist destinations. And it has a great chance of doing so! I had two goals for […]
Read MoreSalina Turda. A tour of the huge Romanian salt mine
At first glance, the Turda Salt Mine appears unremarkable. But once you venture inside, you will be amazed by the view. After all, how could you not be amazed by a chamber high enough to house a Ferris wheel and an underground salt lake 8 metres deep? Salina Turda, as […]
Read MoreElbląg Canal (Kanał Elbląski). Masterpiece of water engineering
The Elbląg Canal is an exceptional attraction in Poland. The system of slipways and locks built in the 19th century by Prussia is still in use today. It carries tourists along the „ship on the grass” route, not goods. A few hours’ cruise with beautiful views is all it takes […]
Read MoreŁącka Dune (Wydma Łącka). A land of shifting sands and moving dunes
Łącka Dune (Wydma Łącka) is basically a kind of moving desert. Interestingly, this area migrates and moves several meters per year. And everything on the way of sand is destroyed. You can’t mess with nature and for sure that’s why this area is so fascinating! Łącka Dune (Wydma Łącka in […]
Read MoreCistercian Lubiąż abbey. The monastery full of charm
The Cistercian Lubiąż abbey is an absolutely extraordinary monastery! Who would have thought that the second largest religious complex in the world would be located in a Polish village? It’s truly fascinating how history unfolded to bring us this powerful and magnificent complex of buildings. Because it was not always […]
Read MoreSunken forest near Czołpin. Baltic Sea gives, Baltic Sea takes away
Nature is changing, but so slowly that we do not have time to notice it. The Sunken Forest near Czołpino allows us to see these changes with our own eyes. After all, the tree trunks on the beach are the remains of a forest that grew here several thousand years […]
Read MoreThe Štrbački buk – a gorgeous waterfall along the Una River.
The Una River is phenomenal. No wonder that in 2008 the Una National Park was created along a part of it. The ornament, the jewel in the park’s crown, are three waterfalls. In this article I will show you Štrbački buk – the highest of the three beautiful waterfalls. It […]
Read MorePainted Mosque and some things to do and see in Tetovo
Tetovo is such a hidden treasure of Macedonia. A treasure that few people know about, but maybe that’s a good thing, because it allows you to have the magical Painted Mosque all to yourself for a while. Yes, you do come to Tetovo for one place, and that is the […]
Read MoreOstrožac Castle – Bosna and Herzegovina. From a mighty stronghold to a fall
Ostrozac Castle (originally Ostrožac) is a fortress in Bosnia and Herzegovina that is not very widely known. And in fact, I don’t know why. The castle is beautiful and its location is downright fabulous. It’s just a shame that it’s falling into increasing ruin. I’ve always wondered what the attractions […]
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