The famous Danish author, Karen Blixen, who wrote under the pseudo name Isak Dinesen lived here. She is the author of ‘Out of Africa.’ Her house was originally in the coffee plantations in the countryside, but now with the growth of the city, it is just in the outer region of Nairobi and has been converted into a museum. It has many of her famous books and paintings of African life. It is the high...
What was once a Lutheran Protestant Church (1527) is now the Cathedral of Stockholm. At one time, Royal weddings and coronations took place here. The elaborate Baroque and Gothic architecture makes this building stand out distinctly in the city. The famous statue of St George and the Dragon made in wood by Brent Notke in 1489, is perhaps the most famous among the many unique artifacts housed withi...
Munich's opera history began in 1651 and since then has seen performances, including thoseof Verdi, Cavalli, Mozart, Beethoven, Wagner and Strauss. These composers make up a great share of today's programs. The Bavarian State Opera presents over 350 performances a year. Timings: Mon-Fri 10.00 -18.00, Sat 10.00 -13.00 Advance sale commences one month before the performance Tel: ...
A top relaxation destination for all tourists who just want to have the perfect getaway and enjoy some leisure time, the Green Island is located off the waterfront and has a coastline that extends from Al-Shiwaikh to Ras Alard. This paradise on earth is unbelievably one of the most scenic points in the region, and entirely man-made, this beach has been custom designed by importing sand and rocks f...