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GARMISCH PARTENKIRCHEN – ZugspitzeThe Zugspitze, at 2,962 m (9,718 ft) above sea level, is the highest peak of the Wetterstein Mountains as well as the highest mountain in Germany. It lies south of the town of Garmisch-Partenkirchen, and the Austria–Germany border runs over it [...]
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GENK – CosmodromeAre you ready for an exciting journey of discovery along stars, planets and other mysterious phenomena? The Euro Planetarium guarantees you a fascinating and exciting trip ... Accompanied by Astro Rangers you live a swirling Cosmodrome Show an [...]
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GENK – CosmodromeThe Cosmodrome has recently been built at the Genk gateway to the Hoge Kempen National Park. This gigantic dome houses a full dome projection system and consists entirely of a screen on the inside. Not only astronomical projections will be sho [...]
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GENK – Cosmodrome – National Park KattevennenThe name Kattevennen recalls the English "cattle", which means cattle. There used to be many wet zones in this area through the valley of the Wiemesmeerbeek. The water of that stream had an acidic and nutrient-poor character. This resulted in [...]
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GENK – FC Thun – FC Dynamo Kyiv – FC RapidFollowing Antheunis's departure for RSC Anderlecht in the summer of 1999, Dutchman Sef Vergoossen oversaw a second title success in 2001/02, in which Wesley Sonck scored 30 goals; Genk went on into the 2002/03 UEFA Champions League, earning fo [...]
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GENK – Genk – da’s FRZAKoninklijke Racing Club Genk is a Belgian professional football club based in the city of Genk in Belgian Limburg. Racing Genk plays in the Belgian Pro League and have won three championship titles; in 1998–99, in 2001–02 and in 2010–11. They [...]
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GENK – Openluchtmuseum BokrijkThe domain of Bokrijk is some 550 hectare large and consist of woods, gardens, farmland and ponds. Most of all, the Bokrijk Open Air Museum is known for its magnificent collection of old Flemish houses and farms. A large part of the Flemish co [...]
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GENT – Belfort GentThe 91-meter-high belfry of Ghent is one of three medieval towers that overlook the old city center of Ghent, Belgium, the other two belonging to Saint Bavo Cathedral and Saint Nicholas' Church. Through the centuries, it has served not only as [...]
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GENT – GentWherever you look at the largely pedestrianised city centre, you will see buildings and monuments with a story to tell. A 1000-year-old fortress, three medieval towers and the most beautiful double row of houses in Europe, on each side of the [...]
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GENT – GentGhent is a historic city with beautiful sightseeing like Sint Baafskathedraal, Gent Belfort etc., yet at the same time a contemporary one. The modern daily life of the city's active inhabitants plays itself out against a gorgeous historical ba [...]
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GENT – GentIn the medieval heart of Ghent, three towers rise in a proud line, telling the story of a powerful city. First stands Saint Nicholas' Church, built by merchants who traded cloth across Europe. Its sturdy stone walls reflect the wealth and conf [...]
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GENT – Gouden RijderThis coin is a replica of a medieval coin called "Gouden Rijder" (Golden Horseman). "Golden rider" was issued by Louis of Male, count of Flanders (1346-1384) and beaten in Ghent and Mechelen. Under his rule coins were minted at the Gravensteen [...]
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GENT – GravensteenThe Gravensteen is the Dutch name for the 'castle of the count'. The Gravensteen, like we know it today, has been constructed by Fillips of Alsasse who was count of Flanders between 1157 and 1191. The Gravensteen functioned as the center of th [...]
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GENT – OOSTAKKER – Lourdes GrottoThe Oostakker Basilica is a Roman Catholic church at Slotendries, Belgium. In 1873 the Marquise of Courtebourne-de Nédonchel had a Lourdes grotto built in the gardens of her château at Slotendries. People from Ghent and other nearby locations [...]
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GENT – Panorama Belgium ( the Lion of Waterloo)It may be a small country in size but Belgium plays large in international scenes and consistently ranks among the top places to visit in Europe. Situated between France and The Netherlands, the Kingdom of Belgium is often called the Essence o [...]
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GENT – Sint BaafskathedraalThe Saint Bavo Cathedral or St. Baafskathedraal an 89-meter-tall Gothic cathedral in Ghent, Belgium. It is the seat of the diocese of Ghent. It is named for Saint Bavo of Ghent. The cathedral is home to works of other artists of note.The cathe [...]
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GERA – Tierpark Gera – Der Waldzoo Öffnungszeiten – LionThe Gera zoo, situated in the city forest at the scenic 'Martinsgrund', is home to 80 species totaling about 500 animals. The little farm, 'petting zoo' and a ride on the little train in the zoo are attractions especially liked by the younger [...]
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GERA – Tierpark Gera – Der Waldzoo Öffnungszeiten – MufflonThe Gera Zoo was founded in 1962 and is situated directly in the town forest. 500 animals of about 80 species of mainly the northern hemisphere live here on an area of around 20 hectares.
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GERMANY – Alexander der GrosseAlexander III of Macedon (commonly known as Alexander the Great), was a king of Macedon, a state in northern ancient Greece. Born in Pella in 356 BC, Alexander was tutored by Aristotle until the age of 16. By the age of thirty, he had created [...]
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GERMANY – Benedictus PP XVIPope Benedict XVI (Latin: Benedictus PP. XVI, born Joseph Alois Ratzinger on 16 April 1927) is the 265th and reigning Pope, by virtue of his office of Bishop of Rome, the head of the Roman Catholic Church and, as such, Sovereign of the Vatican [...]
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