In Mexico, on the shores of the Caribbean Sea is the Mexican capital of the festival. Tulum is a discreet town in the Quintana Roo region that lives peacefully in the shadow of Cancun. When night falls, a small street in the town centre turns into a kind of thirsty road. In the dampness of the night, bathed by the warm trade winds, travellers from all over the world go…
The Top 10 largest cities in Guinea
Guinea is a small African country located in West Africa and as such overlooks the Atlantic Ocean. To differentiate it from Equatorial Guinea and Guinea-Bissau it is generally referred to as Guinea Conakry. This is to avoid confusion with homonymous countries. Guinea has a population of 12.5 million inhabitants in a country with a surface area of 245,857 square kilometres. This sub-Saharan African country is called the water tower of…
Guinea-Bissau’s biggest cities
Guinea-Bissau is a small state in West Africa that covers an area of 36,120 square kilometres. This state has the peculiarity of having one-third of its territory covered by water. Guinea also has one of the largest archipelagos on the continent. The country’s population is 1.65 million. 1. Bissau The country’s capital is said to have a population of over 450,000. The creation of the city is said to date…
The largest cities in Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso is a country in West Africa that is landlocked between six countries. No access to the sea, therefore, for this country which was called the Republic of Upper Volta until 4 August 1984. The population of the country lives mainly in the provinces of Burkina Faso. Burkina Faso became independent on 5 August 1960 and is a state whose official language is French. It should be noted that…
How many bridges are there in Budapest?
Without the Danube, Budapest would not exist. This river, which is a sort of natural border between Central and Eastern Europe, has set the rhythm and dictated the lives of the people around it. Today, Buda, Obuda and Pest, the three cities that used to look at each other, are united in one single city. And a dozen bridges across the Danube connect the two sides of Budapest. The bridges…
The largest church in Budapest: St. Stephen’s Basilica
This neo-renaissance or neo-classical church is the largest religious monument in Budapest and thus in Hungary. The enormous St. Stephen’s Basilica is located on the left bank of Budapest. It offers a breathtaking view of the city from its dome—more pictures of the Basilica. The treasure of St. Stephen’s Basilica While in France the separation of church and state was celebrated, in Hungary the Basilica of St. Stephen was inaugurated….
What are the most beautiful islands in Spain?
Spain is a great country. It’s relatively cheap, the people are friendly, and the landscapes are fabulous. The only thing that is perhaps a little complicated to put up with for more than five days in a row is the Spanish cuisine. 1. The Balearic Islands We might as well start right away with the most criticised archipelago in the whole country. The Balearic archipelago is often considered a tourist…
The most beautiful views of Budapest
The city of Budapest is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. A remarkable town both from an architectural point of view and in terms of quality of life. This large city, spread out on both sides of the Danube, is a city with something extraordinary. Here is a summary of the most beautiful panoramic views of Budapest. A little tip to orient yourself, all the most beautiful…
Top 10 things to do on the island of Sumatra
What to do on the island of Sumatra in Indonesia? Let yourself be enchanted by this dream destination located in the confines of Southeast Asia. And discover the big paradise island of Sumatra. Here are a few highly recommended points of passage. 1. Take a tour through the jungle, discover the village of Bukit Lawang and a stop in the Gunung Leuser National Park. Get to know one of the…