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The Zwinger - Baroque Masterpiece in the Heart of Dresden

The Zwinger, Dresden One of the most significant baroque buildings in Germany, the embodiment of luxury and monumentality - all these words can be said about the Zwinger, palace complex, situated in the heart of Dresden .

May in Dresden. Flowering photos

Dresden Despite the pandemic nature pleases people its awekening. Trees and bush bloom in Dresden streets. Enjoy these fantastic momements with me.

A Quick Look at Berlin

Berlin Cathedral Some time ago I visited Berlin, the city about which so many words were said in my school during German lessons. Look with me at its old streets with world famous places of interest.

Knights' fights in Dresden Armoury

Dresden Armoury Reading books about Middle Ages I have never thought that I will be able to see knights' might. I saw knight armour in Prague , but for me it was not so grand like in Dresden Armoury, where I was really impressed.

Meissen - Porcelain's Homeland in Europe

Meissen, Germany Meissen is situated not far from Dresden on the Elbe. Meissen has glorious history. Several centuries ago it was the capital of Saxony. The towm is well-knowm because of porcelain. There was the first place in Europe where porcelain was produced.

Pirna's Cosy Streets and Squares

Pirna, Germany Pirna is a German town situated not far from Dresden . If you want to feel Germany I advice you to pay attention to little towns. There you will find old buildings, narrow streets, calmness and cosiness.

Pillnitz - Country Residence of Saxon Kings with the Water Palace

Pillnitz, Germany Pillnitz is a country residence of Saxon kings, situated on the outskirts of Dresden . It includes a complex of buildings, a park with ponds and greenhouses. Moreover it is located on the Elbe bank. So there people can simuoltaniously enjoy nature and architecture.

Early spring in Dresden

Dresden spring They say that German winter in 2020 was the warmest one for the last 140 years. So in January and February some plants bloomed. But in the end of February the city really changed. Spring flowers appeared in parks and on the streets.

Koenigstein - Powerful Fortress on the Elbe

Koenigstein, Germany Fortress Koenigstein is situated in Saxon Switzerland , a part of Elbe Sandstone Mountains. The fortress with nearly 800 years history is located on a plateau at an altitude of 240 meters above the Elbe. If you want to visit the fortress by yourself and use train be ready for a long climbing.

Saxon Switzerland - Mountains and Picturesque Trails

Saxon Switzerland, Germany Saxon Switzerland is a part of Elbe Sandstone Mountains, situated not far from Dresden . It is a fantastic place where tourists enjoy picturesque sights. But be ready for long climbing.