Târgoviște is located in the southern part of Wallachia, Romania, on the right bank of the Jaleș River. It is the capital of Dâmbovița County, first mentioned in documents in 1396. The city was once the capital of the Principality of Wallachia and is currently the 26th largest city in Romania. Târgoviște is home to numerous museums, including the National Police Museum, History Museum, Printing and Book Museum, Local Writers Museum, Art Museum, and the former residences of renowned writers. The most famous landmark in the city is the Sunset Tower, which is part of a 15th-century castle. Additionally, the…

Târgu Mureș is located on the banks of the Mureș River and is a city in Mureș County, Transylvania, Romania, serving as the county capital. It is a city with a long history, featuring multiple historical buildings that attract visitors from both domestic and foreign regions. The oldest church in Târgu Mureș is the Reformed Fortress Church, dating back to the 14th century; the St. John Baptist Church is a Baroque-style church adorned with luxurious interior decorations and numerous artworks. The earliest castle in the city was built in 1492, serving as a testimony to history; the Old City Hall,…

Craiova is located on the west bank of the Jiu River in central Oltenești, north of the Eastern European Carpathians and south of the Danube River, serving as the capital of Dolj County in Romania. It is the sixth largest city in Romania, as well as an important political and commercial center. The St. Dimitrie Church in Craiova is a Romanian Orthodox church, with the current building constructed in 1889 in the Byzantine revival style. While not very grand, it exudes a sense of sacredness. The Craiova Art Museum focuses on the sculptural works of Romanian and French sculptors and…

Kozani is located in the Aliakmon River Valley in northern Greece. It is the capital of the West Macedonia region and the Kozani prefecture, connecting the Ionian Sea, Thessaloniki, and Turkey. Kozani is a picturesque city surrounded by rolling mountains, boasting beautiful natural scenery and a rich cultural atmosphere. Everywhere exudes a peaceful and leisurely ambiance, keeping people in a state of relaxation at all times. The Kozani Archaeological Museum mainly collects archaeological discoveries excavated in this region, including sculptures, inscriptions, reliefs, clay containers, statues, gold and silverware, bronze decorations, etc. The Kozani Folklore and Natural History Museum is a…

Začač is located in central-western Serbia, on the banks of the Morava River, 140 kilometers south of the capital city of Belgrade. It is the administrative center of the Moravica District and the capital of the Moraviča Province. The city is known for its archaeological discoveries and religious buildings. The oldest archaeological findings near Začač date back to the Stone Age, with discoveries of Bronze Age tombs, ancient Roman farming tools, and artifacts. The oldest Serbian cultural archaeological findings can be traced back to the 10th century. There are numerous churches and monasteries surrounding Začač, which have a profound influence…

Novi Sad, also known as “Novi Sad”, is located north of the capital Belgrade and serves as the capital and economic, cultural center of the autonomous province of Vojvodina, as well as the administrative center of the South Bačka District. The city is the second largest city in Serbia and a significant university city, often referred to as the “Athens of Serbia”. Novi Sad has a relaxed atmosphere and showcases the typical multicultural landscape of Vojvodina, known for its diverse cultural elements. The Danube River flows through the southern part of the city, nourishing the people of Novi Sad and…

Jelgava is located approximately 41 kilometers southwest of Riga, in a fertile plain with an elevation of only 12 feet. It is a central city in Latvia, surrounded by a canal called the “Jacob’s Canal” built by Jacob Kettler, and serves as an important railway hub and industrial city. Jelgava is one of the cities worth visiting in Latvia, with its ancient churches, Baroque-style buildings, magnificent mansions of the Baltic German nobility, the old town, the majestic Jelgava Palace – the largest Baroque palace in the Baltic States founded in 1737, serving as the sleeping palace for the rulers of…

Grodno is located on the banks of the Neman River, adjacent to Poland and Lithuania. It is the capital of Grodno Region in Belarus, and also serves as a hub for international and domestic transportation in Belarus. Grodno is one of the oldest cities in Belarus with a rich history. Many ancient castles and religious buildings are still preserved in the city. The St. Boris and St. Gleb Church is the oldest surviving building in Grodno, representing the ancient Black Ruthenian architectural style. Built before 1183, it is now a candidate for the UNESCO World Heritage List in Belarus. Another…

Palanga is located on the shores of the Baltic Sea, a seaside city in western Lithuania and a bustling resort destination. The city is one of Lithuania’s beautiful seaside resort cities, known for its lively entertainment performances and a 470-meter long pier extending into the sea. Here, people can relax and unwind in the gentle sunlight, cool and comfortable seawater, fresh air, and the deep blue sky, while enjoying beautiful sea sunsets every evening. In addition, surrounded by the Palanga Botanical Garden, the Palanga Amber Museum is the largest among the many amber museums around the Baltic Sea, offering visitors…