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Germany - Cologne
Cologne is situated on the beautiful Rhine River.
Locals hypothesize that the legacy of Italian blood and culture in Cologne, colonized by the Romans more than 1500 years ago, makes the people more jovial and lighthearted. Cologne is the largest city on the Rhine.
Kolsch is not only the dialect spoken here but, also the name of their own top-fermented beer. There are more than 4,000 pubs, restaurant's and brewery taverns in Cologne.
Unlike many of the world's large cities, Cologne, with a population of over a million, gets better every day, there are more things to do and see, more new and innovative buildings... more
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Drive to Zamora and visit its largely Romanesque Cathedral, crowning medieval Zamora's highest point. It features a square tower, a landmark Byzantine-style dome surrounded by little turrets, and notable portals, especially the ornate southern Puerta del Obispo.
Next, discover Zamora's churches which are of Romanesque origin, but all have been subjected to other influences. Among those, have a particularly look to the Iglesia de San Pedro y San Ildefonso with its Gothic touches, the Iglesia de la Magdalena with its southern doorway, considered the city's finest. Other churches like the Iglesia de San Juan de Puerta Nueva o the Iglesia de Santa Maria la Nueva are very pretty.
Then, take the Salamanca's way to discover one of the most beautiful city in Spain. Start your tour by discovering the gorgeous Plaza Mayor, exceptional grand square, widely considered Spain's most beautiful central plaza, particularly at night when illuminated to magic effect.
Then, go to the Catedral Nueva with its churriguesque dome visible from almost every angle. The Catedral Nueva was raised abutting its largely Romanesque predecessor, which is predictably known as the Catedral Vieja. It's something of a hybrid, incorporating some Gothic elements.
Keep going with the University and its famous façade, simply stunning. Finish your day trip by walking through the Patio de Las Escuelas Menores, a beautiful little square.