The Amphitheatre. The oldest Roman building in Trier, the Amphitheater , is located in Olewiger Strasse. It was built in 100 AD from limestone. However, in the Middle Ages the amphitheater was used primarily as a quarry, where locals got the material for construction of their buildings. That is why only small remnants of the amphitheater have survived till our days. However, even these …
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Fans of luxury are recommended to pay attention to Mercure Hotel Trier Porta Nigra that is open just a few steps away from the Porta Nigra gate – one of the main landmarks in Trier. The luxurious hotel has its own casino, Spielbank Trier, as well as an up-to-date gym and sauna. In order to help guests feel even more entertained, the hotel’s infrastructure includes the charming Vis à Vis cocktail bar. …
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When you're in the mood for some outdoor pastime and activities, it’s high time to visit Krahnenufer Park. It is located on the bank of the Mosel River not far from the waterfront. The park is a miraculously beautiful place that is smothered in lush greenery and flowers in summer. Children can walk in the park and enjoy various activities, such as duck feeding. Fans of walking will be pleased to find some …
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The design of Stadthotel Handelshof is also incredibly harmonious and thought out to the last detail. Minimalist style reigns in all guest rooms that come with large dark wooden beds with crisp white bed clothing. In some guest rooms, walls are painted crimson, and in some, colorful curtains in deep blue and turquoise make the place look cheerful and lovely. The décor of bathrooms is worth a separate mention as it …
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When describing specialty stores, it’s impossible to fail to mention Rituals that offers a wide range of skincare cosmetics. Rituals offers cosmetics for adults and children including organic soap, shampoo, creams, and much more. It’s a great place to buy amazing gifts for friends and family. Toiletries, premium bath towels – the choice of items for sale is really diverse. There are many outlets with …
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Casa Verde hotel is open in an old brick building with large windows. Inside, travelers will find 12 comfortable guest rooms. All of them are made in the individual style and feature creative accessories in retro style. One guest room comes with elegant woven furniture, and another one has a giant bed with high wooden columns. All guest rooms are decorated with flower bouquets and paintings in the Mediterranean …
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Moving around in Germany - transportation
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Besides trains, you can travel inside cities and regions by bus. The transport runs on time. At the stops, there are special screens, which display the time before the arrival of a particular bus. You can buy a ticket for the trip in the vending machine at almost every stop. Tickets are disposable; you can buy one for a week and even for a month, which allows you to save considerably. The subway system of large cities is simple and straightforward. Everywhere there are schemes of intersection of subway lines, so it’s difficult to get confused here. You can also call for a taxi, but note that this is one of the most expensive means of transport. Taxi services are urban and intercity ones. If the trip inside the city may not be that expensive, the journey between the cities will result in a large sum. There are several international airlines in Germany; they are based in large cities. The cost of a flight by different airlines on a particular day can vary. Germanwings is considered the most money-saving for tourists.
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Economy roadmap of Germany
The Federal Republic of Germany is one of the most developed and prosperous countries in the world. Germany covers an area of more than 357 square kilometers. The total population for 2016 was about 85 million people, of which more than a half were economically active. The urbanization of the population is quite high, 87% of the total number of residents live in cities and surrounding areas. Germany is considered to be the leading country in the European Union. Together with France and Great Britain, it forms the unique basis for the European economy. The economic potential in the country is quite high, but the economics is developing more slowly every year. Recently, Germany has taken up the process of establishing integration of world economic ties. At the same time, the country's political influence increased significantly.
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