The Augsburg Botanical Garden is one of the must-see attractions of this old Bavarian town. This is the best place for a quiet and romantic walk with your beloved one. The Botanical Garden of Augsburg covers an area of about 10 hectares and is considered a municipal property. Here your mind and eyes will be captured by a rich variety of flora: 1200 species and types of various wild herbs and ferns; more than …
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The Augsburger Plärrer folk festival gathers more than a million Germans from all over the country. Also, lots of foreign youngsters is coming here every year to make noise and frolic. This is the national holiday, which stands out a huge area on the outskirts of Augsburg. Plärrer folk event reminds the world-famous Oktoberfest festival. In the fenced-in park, you will see numerous houses, shops and, most …
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Augsburg has many wonderful romantic hotels. BIO Hotel Augsburg is perfect for couples. It occupies a historic building with romantic mood. There are attractive rooms painted in sunny colors and a lovely patio. There is a luxurious seating area arranged with wooden furniture and designer accessories on the ground floor. The hall is decorated in romantic style; you can organize a small banquet or book one of the …
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7. The majority of government agencies and shops open at 9 am and work until 6 pm. Thursday is considered a long day, on which large supermarkets and shopping centers may work until 8 pm.
8. You can pay with credit cards in most hotels and restaurants, so taking a large sum of cash is not necessary.
9. Banks or specialized exchange offices are the best place to exchange currency. In …
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Hotels in Augsburg are real godsends for travelers who are passionate about history. Many accommodation places are set in unique historic buildings. One of the most spectacular is Altstadthotel Augsburg. This hotel is located in the heart of the old town; the former occupies an elegant stone building with an ornate facade and massive wooden doors. The rooms are decorated in classic modern style. Public areas boast a …
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The most visited shopping center of Augsburg is City Galerie Augsburg. Within its walls you'll find more than 100 shops of various specializations. Quality brand clothes and shoes at affordable prices and goods for children are always on offer. This shopping complex is very popular among amateurs of designer clothes and accessories. There are several excellent designer salons inside, where fashion shows are …
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Germany - moving around the country
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Most tourists come to Germany by plane. This is one of the safest ways to travel. Besides that, it’s very comfortable. More than 40 airports operate in Germany. In different cities of the country, there are international airports that welcome flights from Europe and Americas. The largest of them is Frankfurt am Main. In the world rating, this airport occupies the third position by the volume of passenger traffic. There are 5 comfortable rooms, snack bars and restaurants, as well as shops with souvenirs.
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Overview of festivals and celebrations in Germany
One of the most important public holidays in Germany is the Day of German Unity associated with the fall of the Berlin Wall and the unification of the country. It is widely celebrated on October 3. Official celebrations are held every year in different cities. In the capital, at the Brandenburg Gate, tents and stages are set up. Folk festivities in Germany are a way to relax; they make locals feel proud for their country and its history. During such holidays, Germans do not stint on emotions and really have fun. Christmas in Germany is another wonderful holiday, a time of miracles and magic. The houses are decorated four weeks before the holiday. The less time remains before it, the more lights and candles fill windows, storefronts, and streets. Throughout the country, the famous Christmas markets open, where you can buy souvenirs, decorations for the Christmas tree, gifts, and Christmas cookies. The most important fair is held in Nuremberg.
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