The Croatian Dalmation coast with its thousand islands is a very picturesque and appealing corner of Europe. It has drawn tourists for thousands of years and a drive along the coast and across some of the islands immediately reveals why. Good ferry service connects most of the larger islands. The largest island is Cres –
Bulgaria – Sofia City
Bulgaria – Sofia City
Slovenia – Ljubljana City 2009 (3)
Ljubljana has a diversity of scenes, from the quietly flowing Ljubljanica River to the sprawling University with a free Internet cafe) to the remnant walls of an ancient Roman city. Ljubljana is the capital of Slovenia with about 370,000 population and has diverse architectural styles as can be seen in this gallery. Slovenia’s most renown
Slovenia – Ljubljana City 2009 (1)
Ljubljana is the capital of Slovenia with about 370,000 population and has diverse architectural styles as can be seen in this gallery. Slovenia’s most renown architect was Joze Plecnik (1872-1957) whose work is seen throughout the city. He was also a city planner and designed numerous public spaces especially along the Ljubljanica River that flows
Slovenia – Ljubljana City 2009 (2)
Ljubljana has many sculptural and artisitic details in it architecture, fountains, walls and bridges, ranging from classic bronze dragons to alternative artists. Ljubljana is the capital of Slovenia with about 370,000 and has diverse architectural styles as can be seen in this gallery. Slovenia’s most renown architect was Jose Plecnik (1872-1957) whose work is seen
Slovenia – Predjama Castle
An hour’s drive southwest of Ljubjana is the impressive 16th century Castle of Predjama. The castle was probably built in the 12th century. It is located in the middle of a 123 meter high overhanging limestone cliff at the entrance of a cave. Beneath the castle the Lovka stream runs into another cave. Read the
Slovenia – Train Travels
The 3-hour ride between the Croatian capitol of Zagreb and the Slovenian capitol of Ljubljana passes through pastoral farmlands and rugged mountains as the rail tracks follow the route of the Sava River. Read the story about gay Slovenia
Holland – Amsterdam City
Amsterdam is the capital and largest city of the Netherlands with a population of 750,000. It is not the seat of government (in The Hague) which is one of the most liberal in the world. Marijuana and prostitution are both legal here. The city is one of the gay capitals of Europe with marriage rights
Slovenia – Ptuj City
A train trip from the capital city of Ljubljana through the scenic countryside to the picturesque and charming provincial capitol of Ptuj. Most of the way the tracks follow the valley of the Sava River. Ptuj is a city and one of 11 urban municipalities in Slovenia. It is situated in Lower Styria (northeastern Slovenia),
Poland – Auschwitz
Auschwitz was the largest of Nazi Germany’s concentration camps. Its remains are located in Poland approximately 50 kilometers west of Kraków and 286 kilometers south from Warsaw. The camp took its name from the nearby town of Oswiecim (Auschwitz in German). Birkenau, the German translation of Brzezinka, refers to the many birch trees surrounding the
Poland – Zalipie
Zalipie is a village in southern Poland sprinkled with color that blossoms all year as people have painted their buildings with bright and decorative patterns and hues. Some of the photos speak for themselves.
Poland – Birkenau
Auschwitz-Birkenau was the largest of Nazi Germany’s concentration camps. The camp took its name from the nearby town of Oswiecim (Auschwitz in German). Birkenau, the German translation of Brzezinka, refers to the many birch trees surrounding the complex. The Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum estimates the death toll at 1.1 million, about 90 percent of whom were
Poland – Treblinka
Treblinka II was a German extermination camp in occupied Poland during World War II. Around 850,000 people – more than 99.5 percent of them Jews, but also other victims (among them 2,000 Romani people) – were killed there between July 1942 and October 1943; the camp was closed after a revolt during which a few
Poland – Warsaw City (1)
Warsaw’s population as of 2007 was estimated at 1,706,624, with a metropolitan area of approximately 3,350,000. It is the capital of Poland. Warsaw’s mixture of architectural styles reflects the turbulent history of the city and country. During World War II, Warsaw was razed to the ground by bombing raids and Nazi destruction. After liberation mass
Poland – Warsaw City (2)
Warsaw’s population as of 2007 was estimated at 1,706,624, with a metropolitan area of approximately 3,350,000. It is the capital of Poland. Warsaw’s mixture of architectural styles reflects the turbulent history of the city and country. During World War II, Warsaw was razed to the ground by bombing raids and Nazi destruction. After liberation mass
Poland – Warsaw Gay Venues
A drive around this beautiful friendly country reveals fertile farms, soaring cathedrals and castles, a tormented past and a boisterous and fairly prosperous present. Scattered pockets of gay culture and life, in the big cities, are energetic but still muted and surrounded by much homophobia. Recent political leaders have opposed gay festivals and parades but
Poland – Ciechanow/Torun
Ciechanow is a town in north-central Poland with 47,900 inhabitants (2002). Before World War II, it was home to a large Jewish community. During the war many Polish Jews and resistance fighters were executed by the Germans in the castle. Torun is a city in northern Poland, on the Vistula River, with population over 207,190
Holland – Gay Pride Parade 1998
Amsterdam is home to one of Europe’s largest annual Gay Pride parades. It is the only city in the world to route the parade on a canal, which is lined with thousands of spectators– from grandmothers to small children. It is a visual feast for all. In 1998 the parade was held in conjuction with
Holland – Amersfoort & The Hague
With over 130,000 citizens Amersfoort is one of the 20 largest cities of the Netherlands.
It is a versatile city with a variety of architecture, history, art, culture and nature.
In 1998 it was host to the swimming events of the the Gay Games
where over a thousand swimmers competed for medals in over 100 racing events.
(Not surprising, the swimming pool, Sportfondsenbad, has an annual nudist day in March.)
Photos #1-11 are of Amersfoort . For swimming photos see the GayGames gallery.
Poland – Gdansk
Gdansk – is the city at the center of the fourth-largest metropolitan area in Poland. It is Poland’s principal seaport as well as the capital of the Pomeranian Voivodeship. Historically an important seaport and shipbuilding center, Gdansk was a member of the historic Hanseatic League. The city was the birthplace of the Solidarity movement which,
Poland – Kalisz: City (1)
Kalisz is a city in central Poland with about 120,000 inhabitants. The city is an important regional industrial and commercial centre, with many notable factories, the Calisia piano factory among them. The city is also a centre for traditional folk art. Kalisz is now considered to be the oldest town of Poland, because it was
Croatia – Istria Peninsula
The Istrian peninsula, part of the scenic Dalmatian Coast, has been settled for hundreds of thousands of years and has seen empires come and go. Beautiful vistas, rocky shores, fertile farms and a magnificent intact Roman amphitheatre in Pula attacts visitors worldwide. Pula is the largest city in Istria County, Croatia, situated at the southern
Poland – Kalisz: City (2)
Kalisz is a city in central Poland with about 120,000 inhabitants. The city is an important regional industrial and commercial centre, with many notable factories, the Calisia piano factory among them. The city is also a centre for traditional folk art. Kalisz is now considered to be the oldest town of Poland, because it was
Poland – Kazmierz Dolny
(City in photos 1-13?) (Photos 14-30 in the environs of Kazimierz Dolny) Kazimierz Dolny (photos 31-50) is a small town in eastern Poland, on the eastern bank of the Vistula River in Pulawy County, Lublin Province. It is a considerable tourist attraction as one of the most beautifully situated little towns in Poland. It enjoyed
Poland – Kolobrzeg
Kolobrzeg is a city in Middle Pomerania in north-western Poland with some 55,000 inhabitants. The city was founded in the 9th century and was pounded in World War II and has been fully restored. Today it’s a popular tourist destination for both Poles and the Germans. It provides a unique combination of a seaside resort,