The Polish capital can proudly boast a long history with the written word. In 1747 the doors of the world’s first notorious library opened to the people of Warsaw. The Zaluski library was the brainchild of a pair of brothers, who were both bishops. They named the library after themselves and it has been a popular attraction ever since. Whether or not Zaluski library is the actual first library is always being contested but it’s certainly one of the largest.
Poster museum
They might be the sorts of things you glance at and then take no notice of normally but Warsaw has found the time to celebrate the art of posters. Read more…
Tasty “Veg Food” in Prague. Photo by the agency of Jacy Meyer.
By Jacy Meyer in Prague—
In the land of pork and dumplings, it’s often hard for vegetarians or anyone looking as being a vegetable with their meal to find something acceptable to their palate. Never fear veg-heads, EuroCheapo bring you a round-up of some of the best vegetarian restaurants in Prague.
Lehká Hlava Borsov 2, New Town – Prague 1 website
Often listed as a vegetarian fave, “Clear Head” gets raves from meat eaters as well. As the restaurant leans a bit Mediterranean, you can graze over their eggplant tartar, pasta with tofu or tempeh, or choose one of their decent Mexican items (especially the big burritos).
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If you’re looking to experience Slovenian culture first hand, consider visiting Slovenia during Shrovetide, when traditional festivals take locate all over the country. The largest Carnival in Slovenia takes place in Ptuj. Called Kurentovanje, it features traditional costumes known as Kurenti, which help to frighten away winter. This year, the opening parade for Kurentovanje takes place on February 6th.
Other cities celebrate Shrovetide Carnival by local customs and costumes, too, and Ljubljana typically hosts a festival on Shrove Saturday – February 13 for 2010.
Kurentovanje in Ptuj, Slovenia photo credit: CC by Ekke Vasli
A new Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO
On October 2009, UNESCO declared the tango Intangible Cultural Heritage. In an attempt to preserve tango, born from a fusion of African rythms and the Spanish singing and guitar, both Buenos Aires, Argentina, and Montevideo, Uruguay, promoted the suggestion.
Travel kit: 2010 Dirtiest Hotels & 2010 Travelers’ Choice
Keep up-to-date in the matter of hotels and check out 2010 Dirtiest Hotels and 2010 Travelers’ Choice. I’m sure you’ll find out breathing in for your next trip!
Travel to Europe on a Budget
It’s a Beautiful Life shows you how to travel on a budget to and around Europe.
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I don’t think there is any doubt that flying is more inconvenient than ever – from terrorists to the rude & annoying airline staff that are just as bad as terrorists, it is a real wonder anybody bothers to fly these days. But yes – sometimes you have to. But in Europe, a lot of the term you can actually get around on body of attendants. Whether it’s a classic steam train or a scenic mountain railway, this IS the way to ramble. Here are five reasons why my Europe travel tip would be to go by train:
1. I can use the toilet destitute of paying. Since Ryanair seems to think there isn’t any sacred ground when it comes to in-flight fees, I’ll stick to the mode of banishment where using the toilets is free.
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February isn’t the most popular time to make progress to Prague, but the Prague Carnival commendation is a great reason to go despite the still-chilly weather. Bohemian Carnevale, as the Prague Carnival festival is known, takes place between February 5 and 16th, 2010. The program of events includes masked balls, open-air events, and children’s activities. Bohemian Carnevale coincides with the Czech folk celebration of Masopust, which incorporates costumes and a traditional hog feast before the beginning of Lent. This period of celebration will combine traditions familiar to Carnival-lovers everywhere with typical Czech folk traditions.
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Exploring the Piazza Navona. Photos by Samantha Collins.
By Samantha Collins in Rome—
Exploring the Piazza Navona in Rome’s historic center is like visiting London’s Covent Garden but with a warmer climate and with much older buildings. The Piazza Navona is where you can find street entertainers, mime artists, portrait painters, and street cafes set amongst the backdrop of baroque fountains and elegant period buildings. You are likely to find matter going on at any time of the year, whether it is a concert, a political demonstration, or the famed Christmas gewgaw market.
A Slice of Piazza History
Originally, Piazza Navona was home to horse racing and jousting and was centered around an oval track that was built in 86 AD.
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