The Viewing Deck Collections; Dan Brown's "Davinci Code" Tour

sightseeing the intriguing places in Paris, London and Edinburgh mentioned in the Novel

"Every faith in the world is based on fabrication. That is the definition of faith — acceptance of that which we imagine to be true, that which we cannot prove. Every religion describes God through metaphor, allegory, and exaggeration… Those who truly understand their faiths understand the stories are metaphorical” - Chapter 82, pp. 369-370

I made this post due to curiousness and fascination on Dan Brown's famous novels, on how he played my imagination while reading his book and incorporating my backpacking passion to wander them around. The adventure started in Paris, France last October 2013 where I headed to Louvre Museum first going to the Gallery, the mysterious portrait of Monalisa, exiting through the Inverted Pyramid area, then to Saint Sulpice Church. On July 2014 continued to pursuit the places in Longdon, England  by visiting Sir Isaac Newton's Sarcophagus in Westminster Abbey. Finalizing the itinerary by going to Edinburgh, Scotland last December 2014 in Rosslyn Chapel where I visited the intriguing carvings, the Apprentice Pillar and the Crypt downstairs.

The Da Vinci Code is a 2006 American mystery-thriller film directed by Ron Howard and adapted from Dan Brown's 2003 best-selling novel of the same name that stars Tom Hanks and Audrey Tautou. The film, like the book, was considered controversial. It was met with especially harsh criticism by the Roman Catholic Church for the accusation that it is behind a two-thousand-year-old coverup concerning what the Holy Grail really is and the concept that Jesus Christ and Mary Magdalene were married and that the union produced a daughter. Many members urged the laity to boycott the film. Two organizations, the Priory of Sion and Opus Dei figure prominently in the story. In the book, Dan Brown insists that the Priory of Sion and "...all descriptions of artwork, architecture, documents and secret rituals in this novel are accurate".

The Viewing Deck Collections; Dan Brown's "Davinci Code" Tour

Budget and Safety tips in Solo Backpacking Central Europe

France-Switzerland-Luxembourg-Belgium-Netherlands-Germany-Czech Republic-Austria-Italy
October 10 to November 02, 2013

Central Europe Hostels and Dormitories I checked-in

Europe solo backpacking is very, very expensive. This was the most ultimate and extreme budget deficit I ever had in my traveling life. Imagine for just Schengen visa processing, I spent more than $600 for total combined cheapest round-trip tickets, hostel accommodation, travel insurance, and other visa fees. By the way, read and understand travel insurance policy. Bring the original copy and have a scanned copy just in case as this might come in handy. In addition, I decided to travel in Autumn season because of the off-peak treatment aside for the major reason of 1st time travel with Foliage and not-so chilling ambiance. Off-peak season is from October to March while peak season is from April to September. Peak season fares and prices (train, accommodation, food, service, etc) can boost to almost 50%. 

In terms of security, what was mostly being reminded in all crowded tourist spots especially in Paris and Rome is BEWARE OF PICKPOCKETS. Though I always bring my important stuff with me at all times, I constantly checked its presence at least 20 times a day . This was my first time being so much attentive to my things, I'm not like this before. Although there were no gut feeling of suspicion and people here are more smarter, I have to not lower my guard at no time. Even when I'm sleeping in hostel, I hug my important things with me in bed.

In terms of kindness, everyone is absolutely accommodating and willing to help. Though I experienced a little pissed-off moment in Paris and Vienna, most of the time I was overwhelmed of their kind attitude, especially Belgians and Dutch. Embrace the adventure, feel the local way of living. I asked mostly the local resident to challenge my social skill and adapt local language.

1st time collection of cheapest ref magnet comprising of the 9 countries of Central Europe

Central Europe Hostels and Dormitories I Checked-in

France-Switzerland-Luxembourg-Belgium-Netherlands-Germany-Czech Republic-Austria-Italy

October 10 to November 02, 2013

Train travel experience and tips in roaming Central Europe last part

* 5 star is the highest, 1 star lowest. Recommended means the hostel/dormitory passed my overall qualification based on satisfaction stay.
* All booked accommodation have 10% reduction in their actual price during payment on arrival. This is due to the 10% payment did on hostelbookers website.
* Italy requires 2 Euro city tax for every night stay.

Friends Hostel, Paris (booked) Oct. 10-13, 2013, 3 nights for 54 Euro
- just infront of barbes rochensuart metro stn, very cheap & walking distance away to souvenir items and red light district
-somehow rude staff, only 1 outlet for 6bedroom dorm, very narrow bathroom, scheduled wifi(9am-6pm) & lots of bystander blacks infront
- somehow recommended (2.5 stars)
 
St. Charles Train Station, Marseilles Oct. 13-14, 2013.
- I intentionally sleep inside train station due to the ff;
1. I must exchange my booked online ticket to the SNCF counter (opens at 0500h) due the machine does not accept Mastercard intl, only Mastercard europe
2. I finished roaming around the city by almost 11pm and my etd was 0506h the next day. Its a waste of money for approx 5hrs sleep.
3. St. Charles stn is very clean and safe. I slept discreetly (on seating postn) behind the stores inside.

Hotel Glocke Backpacker, Bern

Train Travel Experience and Tips in Central Europe 1st part

France-Switzerland-Luxembourg-Belgium-Netherlands-Germany-Czech Republic-Austria-Italy
October 10 to November 02, 2013

Vatican city last part; 551 steps up to St. Peter's Basilica Dome

Total train ticket fare cost was more than $1,100 for all schedule types. Route included was Paris-Marseilles-Lyon-Geneva-Bern-Lucerne-Luxembourg-Brussels-Amsterdam-Cologne-Hamburg-Berlin-Fussen-Munich-Prague-Vienna-Salzburg-Deichtstein-Venice-Milan-Florence-Pisa-Rome.

I have soft copies of all booked tickets on my mobile phone in case the barcode of print-out hardcopy I brought is unreadable. Usually 2nd class are free seating assignment especially on off-peak timings, whether in upper or lower deck. I always double confirm the ride by looking again on print-out ticket, bulletin board, section letter, class type, led monitor on the body of the train and inside, transfer station, route and seat allocation (if applicable). As what happened to me, I ignore the route allocation, I just hopped in. A fine of 3Chf has been charged (current ticket price subtracted by purchased ticket).

For every train station I arrived, I went first on the departure timings bulletin board (yellow paper posted inside anywhere) to confirm my next destination. Then, if there's a query or doubt, I went to Train Information Desk. Afterwards I went to Tourist Info Office and grab a free city map. I usually start my journey by navigating the hostel first, leave bag then begin the tour. If no hostel, go to train station locker area then proceed to city tour.
Book train tickets online as early as possible, price treatment is almost the same with plane tickets. The later purchase, the expensive. I did not buy Euro Rail Pass due to following;

1. Around 585 Euro ($761) 1st class only offered for solo traveler plus $25 delivery charge.
2. Limited slots for all train though hop-in anytime
3. There are some promo fares offered on respective train companies.
4. Seat reservation is not included
5. I have almost less than 2 weeks before my flight departure when I received my visa. Home delivery has 7days minimum.
6. Most of the travel online forum suggested to book tickets as early on respective train companies, they do not recommend to buy Europass.
7. Its not clear whether the peak timings and night trains are ALL included in Europass
8. The main reason; I am not sure if this more than 30 days vacation shall be approved because of complications and operational requirements at work.

France (SNCF) train

Lyon City Day Tour; Major Tourist Spots

Central Europe 1st part; 4-days traveling solo in France
October 10 to October 14, 2013

Marseilles last part; at the ferry boat for night shots

I went to Lyon on a short-visit only due to boredom. From Lyon Part Dieu train station, I stroll around the Lyon City Center by around 6 hours only. Lyon is the third largest city in France, centre of the second largest metropolitan area and the capital of the Rhone-Alpes region.

Founded by the Romans, with many preserved historical areas, Lyon is the archetype of the heritage city, as recognised by UNESCO. Lyon is a vibrant metropolis which makes the most out of its unique architectural, cultural and gastronomic heritage, its dynamic demographics and economy and its strategic location between Northern and Southern Europe. It is more and more open to the world, with an increasing number of students and international events. 
http://wikitravel.org/en/Lyon

Place Bellecour

Marseille last part; at the Ferry Boat for Night Shots

Central Europe 1st part; 4-days traveling solo in France
October 10 to October 14, 2013

Marseilles 1st part; visiting the famous tourist spots  

After taking my snacks at nearby sandwich restaurant, I just strolled around the in Vieux port to see the ordinary daily living of the locals. I checked the port, read the bulletin and to my surprise there was a last trip going to L'Estaque with travel time from 1900H to 1945H for only 3 Euro. From L'Estaque I got back to Vieux port by means of bus #15 (last trip at 2100H) and a metro station.

Located on the southeast coast of France, Marseille is France's largest city on the Mediterranean coast and largest commercial port. Marseille is the capital of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, as well as the capital of the Bouches-du-Rhône department.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marseille

Marseilles at night; cruising the ferry boat

Marseille 1st part; Visiting the Famous Tourist Spots

Central Europe 1st part; 4-days traveling solo in France
October 10 to October 14, 2013

Paris city specials; city of lights night shots 

Upon arrival in Marseille St. Charles train station coming from Paris, I decided to just self-guide the tour using the free map in tourist information office. From Palais Longchamp to Notredame de la Garde then I spent the night in vieux port. Marseille has a complex history. Also known as Port d`Afrique, it was founded by the Phoceans (from the Greek city of Phocea) in 600 BC and is one of the oldest cities in Europe.

For people not afraid to discover a real place with real people, Marseille is the place. From colourful markets (like Noailles market) that will make you feel like you are in Africa, to the Calanques (a natural area of big cliffs falling into the sea - Calanque means fjord), from the Panier area (the oldest place of the town and historically the place where newcomers installed) to the Vieux-Port (old harbor) and the Corniche (a road along the sea) Marseille has definitely a lot to offer.  
http://wikitravel.org/en/Marseille
 

overlooking the Marseilles port from Notre-Dame de la Garde

City of Lights Night Shots; Paris City Specials

Central Europe 1st part; 4-days traveling solo in France
October 10 to October 14, 2013

Paris city tour last part; other tourist spots   

Paris has many nicknames, like "The City of Love", but its most famous is "La Ville-Lumière" (The City of Light), a name it owes first to its fame as a center of education and ideas during the Age of Enlightenment. The sobriquet's "light" took on a more literal sense when Paris became one of the first European cities to adopt gas street lighting. In 1828, Paris began lighting the Champs-Elysées with gas lamps. It was the first city in Europe to do so, and so earned the nickname "La Ville-Lumière" or The City of Light.

Intentionally walked at night to see how the lights illuminated on major tourist spots. Started around 1900H from Notredame de Paris going back to Concorde metro station. Tripod is allowed to use and no fees collected as everything pictured outside.

Musee de Louvre at night

Paris City Tour last part; other Tourist Spots

Central Europe 1st part; 4-days traveling solo in France
October 10 to October 14, 2013

Paris city tour 4th part; 850yrs of Notre-Dame de Paris  

I decided to just navigate myself by means of walking guided by free city map due to its proximity and ease of travel. From Louvre Museum, I went to Museum de Orsay, St. Chapelle, Saint Sulpice, Palais de Luxembourg then Pantheon.

La Sainte-Chapelle (The Holy Chapel) is a royal medieval Gothic chapel, located near the Palais de la Cité, on the Île de la Cité in the heart of Paris, France. The most famous features of the chapel, among the finest of their type in the world, are the great stained glass windows, for whose benefit the stone wall surface is reduced to little more than a delicate framework. Fifteen huge mid-13th-century windows fill the nave and apse, while a large rose window with Flamboyant tracery dominates the western wall.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sainte-Chapelle

the famous stained glass of Saint Chapelle Church

Paris City Tour 4th part; 850yrs of Notre-Dame de Paris

Central Europe 1st part; 4-days traveling solo in France
October 10 to October 14, 2013

Paris city tour 3rd part; Chasing the famous arts of Louvre Museum 

The Notre Dame Cathedral Paris or Notre Dame de Paris ('Our Lady of Paris') is a Gothic cathedral of the Catholic archdiocese of Paris: that is, it is the church that contains the "cathedra", or official chair, of the Archbishop of Paris, Andre Cardinal Vingt-Trois. Notre Dame Cathedral is widely considered one of the finest examples of French Gothic architecture in the world and was built in 1163. The name Notre Dame means "Our Lady" in French, and is frequently used in the names of Catholic church buildings in Francophone countries. The Notre Dame Cathedral was one of the first Gothic cathedrals, and its construction spanned the Gothic period. Its sculptures and stained glass show the heavy influence of naturalism, unlike that of earlier Romanesque architecture.
http://www.notredamecathedralparis.com/

The cathedral is open every day of the year from 0800H to 1845H. Access to the cathedral is open and free of charge every day of the year, during the opening hours. This church can be reached through Saint-Michel - Notre-Dame Station on RER lines B, C and Metro lines 4 and 11. The entrance for the visit of the tower is located OUTSIDE of the cathedral, on the left-hand side of the facade, Rue du Cloître Notre-Dame. 387 steps (there is no elevator) to the top of Notre-Dame tower. It’s best to be in good shape! Admission fee on tower costs 4 Euro and is included in Paris Museum Pass.

850 years of Notre-Dame de Paris

Paris City Tour 3rd part; Chasing the Famous Artworks of Louvre Museum

Central Europe 1st part; 4-days traveling solo in France
October 10 to October 14, 2013

Paris city tour 2nd part; spiral staircase going above Arch de Triomphe 

The former palace of the Kings of France, the Louvre Museum presents vast and rich collections; ancient civilizations, Islamic Arts and Western Art from the Middle Ages until 1848. Musee de Louvre Art Collections Section include antiquities in Near Eastern Antiquities, Egyptian, Greek, Etruscan and Roman.

Louvre Museum opens everyday from 0900H until 1800H except Tuesdays and some French public holidays. Late night openings on Wednesday and Friday until 2145H. Rooms close 30 minutes prior to Museum closing. Admission price is 12 Euro and included in Paris Museum Pass if availed. 

Famous artworks include Leonardo Davinci's Monalisa, Alexandros of Antioch's Venus De Milo and Antonio Canova's Psyche and Cupid.
 

famous artworks in Musee de Louvre (Monalisa)

Paris City Tour 2nd part; Spiral Staircase going above Arch de Triomphe

Central Europe 1st part; 4-days traveling solo in France
October 10 to October 14, 2013

Paris city tour 1st part; lattice stairs of Eiffel Tower 

The viewing deck at the top can only be reached by climbing up its 40 stairs. But before you get to the stairs, you have to get to the monument itself (which isn’t as simple as you’d think). There is an underground tunnel on the Avenue de la Grande Armee side of the circle. You can access this tunnel from the Wagram exit of the Metro. One of the best days of the year to visit the Arc is July 14th, Bastille Day. The Bastille Day parade follows the length of the Champs Elysees and a huge flag billows from the Arch’s crown creating a colorful photo op.
 
Arc de Triomphe opening hours is from 1000H to 2230H and close on French public holidays. Admissions fee costs 8 Euro and is included in Paris Museum Pass. The Arc de Triomphe is located near Charles-de-Gaulle-Etoile station RER line A and metro lines 1,2 and 6.

The Arc de Triomphe Paris, the most monumental of all triumphal arches, was built between 1806 and 1836. Even though there were many modifications from the original plans, reflecting political changes and power struggles, the Arch still retains the essence of the original concept which was a powerful, unified ensemble. The Arc de Triomphe stands at the centre of the Place Charles de Gaulle, also known as the "Place de l'Étoile". It’s located at the western end of the Champs-Élysées. 
http://www.arcdetriompheparis.com/

Arch de Triomphe

Paris City Tour 1st part; Lattice Stairs of Eiffel Tower

Central Europe 1st part; 4-days traveling solo in France
October 10 to October 14, 2013

Versailles 2nd part; other tourist spots 

The Eiffel Tower was built by Gustave Eiffel for the 1889 Exposition Universelle, which was to celebrate the 100th year anniversary of the French Revolution. Its construction in 2 years, 2 months and 5 days was a veritable technical and architectural achievement. "Utopia achieved", a symbol of technological prowess, at the end of the 19th Century it was a demonstration of French engineering personified by Gustave Eiffel, and a defining moment of the industrial era.

http://www.tour-eiffel.fr/en/everything-about-the-tower/the-eiffel-tower-at-a-glance.html

The Eiffel Tower is open every single day of the year from 0900H to 2300H with admission fee of 14.5 Euro to the top and 5 Euro if using the stairs only. This can reach through Champ de Mars metro station.

9 steps to the ticket booth at the base, 328 steps to the first level, 340 steps to the second level 18 steps to the lift platform on the second level and 15 steps to the upper observation platform.

* Eiffel Tower is 1,063 feet (324 meters) tall, including the antenna at the top. Without the antenna, it is 984 feet (300 m).
* French have a nickname for the tower: La Dame de Fer, "the Iron Lady."
* Eiffel Tower has 108 stories, with 1,710 steps. However, visitors can only climb stairs to the first platform. There are two elevators.

world's famous signature landmark, Eiffel tower of Paris

Versailles last part; other Tourist Spots

Central Europe 1st part; 4-days traveling solo in France
October 10 to October 14, 2013

Versailles 2nd part; outside the gardens

Since I arrived early in Versailles and for the fact that the Versailles Palace and Tourist Information Center will be open to tourists at 0900H, I decided to make a short visit first on churches and fascinating places nearby. I made this strolling again after the Palace visit just to find cheap good snacks. All of this places are just walking distance from the Palace and train station.

Versailles is a city on western edge of the French capital city Paris, now part of the sprawling metropolis within the Ile de France region. Versailles is best known for being the site of the vast royal palace and gardens built by King Louis XIV within what was previously a royal hunting lodge. It is also one of the wealthiest cities near Paris. 
http://wikitravel.org/en/Versailles

Versailles other tourist spots

Versailles 2nd part; Outside the Gardens

Central Europe 1st part; 4-days traveling solo in France
October 10 to October 14, 2013

Versailles 1st part; inside the Palace

Laid out by Andre Le notre from 1661, the garden of Versailles form the model par excellence of formal "French Garden". The ancient figure of Apollo, the Sun god, is present all over the Estate. After formally laid out garden sof the Petit Parc, come to the Grand Parc and its Canal, an ideal setting for strolls, boat outings, bicycle rides and long rambles. This vast perspective stretches from the façade of the Château de Versailles to the railings of the park.

The Park and Gardens of Versailles are open everyday from 0700H to 1800H. Photography and video is allowed inside. Admission included in Versailles Palace entrance fee and Paris museum pass.

Gardens and Park of Versailles

Versailles 1st part; Inside the Palace

Central Europe 1st part; 4-days traveling solo in France
October 10 to October 14, 2013

Paris Charles De Guille airport arrival at night

The Hall of Mirrors, the King’s Grand Apartments, the Museum of the History of France. At first it was just a humble hunting lodge built by Louis XIII. But Louis XIV chose the site to build the palace we know today, the symbol of royal absolutism and embodiment of classical French art. In 1661, Louis XIV undertook the transformation and enlargement of the original palace of Louis XIII. The work continues up to his death in 1715. On October 1789, the monarchy left Versailles after the first days of revolution. In 1837, King Louis-Philippe officially opened in the palace his museum dedicated to "All the glories of France". Some attractions include

Versailles Palace is open daily except Monday, French public holidays and during official ceremonies from 0900H to 1700H. Admission fee included in Paris Museum pass. Photography and video as allowed inside. 

How to go:
Metro RER line C going to Versailles-Rive Gauche Station.

inside the Versailles Palace

Central Europe 1st part; 4 Days Traveling Solo in France

23-days Autumn Experience on my 1st Schengen Visa Escapade
October 10 to October 14, 2013 

"The person who has lived the most is not the one with the most years but the one with the richest experiences." - Jean-Jacques Rousseau

 My 18th country to visit, 25th solo backpacking trip, 5th visa application for tourism on entire single page, and of course, usual budget do-it-yourself itinerary from arrival to departure. 

France (officially the French Republic) has been the world's most popular tourist destination for over twenty years (81.9 million in 2007) and it's geographically one of the most diverse countries in Europe.  From its shape, it is often referred in French as l’Hexagone ("The Hexagon") and the name "France" comes from the Latin Francia, which means "country of the Franks". France is a developed country, the wealthiest nation in Europe and 4th in the world. French citizens enjoy a high standard of living, high public education level, and one of the world's longest life expectancies. France has been listed as the world's "best overall health care" provider by the World Health Organization. 

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/France

 

Eiffel Tower at night

How to Apply for Schengen (France) Visa as Philippine Passport Holder

The quest to visit all Schengen Member States 2013-2024 as Pinoy Solo Backpacker

* maximum of 6 months validity after issuance with period of stay of under 90 days
* Schengen visa is a special document that allows a Schengen visa holder to travel freely within the 26 Schengen zone (European Countries) member states. Apply for the Schengen visa at the Embassy or Consulate of the Schengen country where you spend the most time.

* 26 members of the Schengen Agreement are (1)Austria, (2)Belgium, (3)Czech Republic, (4)Denmark, (5)Estonia, (6)Finland, (7)France, (8)Germany, (9)Greece, (10)Hungary, (11)Iceland, (12)Italy, (13)Latvia, (14)Lithuania, (15)Liechtenstein, (16)Luxembourg, (17)Malta, (18)Netherlands, (19)Norway, (20)Poland, (21)Portugal, (22)Slovakia, (23)Slovenia, (24)Spain, (25)Sweden and (26)Switzerland.
* A “Schengen visa” is required to visit one or more of these Member States. This visa is valid in all Schengen states for a stay of up to 90 days within a six-month period for a visit, tourism or business only, but not for employment or family reunification purposes.
* If you get a multiple entry Schengen visa, you may leave and return any number of times within the 180-day period, but the combined stay within the region must not total more than 90 days. Important is the date of the actual entry, not the beginning of the visa validity. 

* Valid Schengen Visa holders of most of the nationalities can transit/visit other European countries of (1)Albania, (2)Bosnia and Herzegovina, (3)Bulgaria, (4)Croatia, (5)Cyprus, (6)North Macedonia, (7)Montenegro, (8)Romania, (9)Serbia, (10)San Marino and (11)Moldova. Some of these countries provide maximum 15-days stay in any period given in the Schengen Visa duration.

Schengen States visa applied in France Embassy (Oct. to Dec. 2013)

How to Apply for Schengen Visa in France Embassy (2013)

How to Apply for Schengen Visa in Germany Embassy (2015)

How to Apply for Schengen Visa in Spain Embassy (2018)

How to Apply for Schengen Visa in Norway Embassy (2023)

How to Apply for Schengen Visa in Greece Embassy (2024)

23 Days Solo Autumn Experience in Central Europe

France-Switzerland-Luxembourg-Belgium-Netherlands-Germany-Czech Republic-Austria-Italy
October 10 to November 02, 2013

"For once you have tasted flight you will walk the earth with your eyes turned skywards, for there you have been and there you will long to return." - Leonardo da Vinci

My 3rd continent to visit (1st was Asia then 2nd was Africa).

Schengen Area guarantees free movement within territory of 26 countries. As of 19th of December 2011, Schengen Area consist of 26 countries (of which 22 are EU states): Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany, Estonia, Greece, Spain, France, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Hungary, Malta, Netherlands, Austria, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Finland and Sweden along with Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. Being part of the area without controls at internal borders means that these countries no longer carry-out border checks at their internal borders and have stepped-up controls which must meet clearly defined criteria, at the external borders.

From country of 1st world to continent of 1st worlds, budget backpacking beyond after accomplishing the Land of the Rising Sun during its summer season last June 2013.

9 sovereign states and 1 observer state visited in Central Europe

4th OFW vacation; Ultimate Solo Trip from Central Europe to Promised Land

an autumn to winter self-guided overwhelming solo backpacking escapade

October 10 to November 16, 2013
36-days longest vacation ever as an OFW

1st OFW vacation; Come back to my homeland
2nd OFW vacation; Pinoy backpacker China invasion
3rd OFW vacation; summer solo trip from Malaysia to Japan 

"A vacation is what you take when you can no longer take what you've been taking." - Earl Wilson

"A study published in the Applied Research in Quality of Life journal, showed that the highest spike in happiness came during the planning stage of a vacation as employees enjoyed the sense of anticipation.."

4th vacation as an Overseas Filipino worker for almost 21 months of stay in State of Kuwait. The image below shows the converted jpeg from pdf of calendar of events on my entire 36-days vacation journey. Most of this were in Central Europe and Israel with Philippines, my hometown, as my last airport to depart.

my 36-days vacation plan mostly in Central Europe

sightseeing the global wonders... 30 days...27 cities... 10 countries...