CULTURE: MUSIC. THE EIGHTEENTH CENTURY In the first half of the eighteenth century J.-Ph. Rameau represented the synthesis of the great Baroque music of France. His lyrical tragedies (Hippolyte et Aricie, Les Indes galantes, Castor et Pollux) grafted on to Lulli’s models, renewing the splendors of the scenic representation and amplifying the commitment of the musical structure […]
The sawmill industry developed rapidly in the 17th century. In 1650 there were 1750 sawmills in the country. In the late 18th century, exports stagnated due to lower production and rising domestic consumption. After 1812, sawmills fell, and it was not until 1845 that exports reached the same level as at the beginning of the […]
Real estate relationships and organizations Of the productive forest area, private individuals own about 77 percent, companies and co- owners 7.5 percent, the state barely seven percent, municipalities three percent and the public 5.5 percent. Norway has a larger proportion of private forests than any other country in Scandinavia. Much of the private forest is […]
Forestry is the nurturing and harvesting of forests with a view to exploiting it economically. Nature and geography set the framework for Norwegian forestry. The country extends over several climate zones, from the Arctic zone to the far north to the temperate zone to the south, and the variations in climate and growth conditions are […]
Nobel Prize Winner The Nobel Prize is considered to be the highest honor given to scientists, writers and peacemakers (individuals, politicians or organizations). The award goes back to the Swedish chemist, inventor and industrialist Alfred Nobel (1833–1896). Nobel had stipulated in his will that a foundation should be established with his fortune, the interest profits […]
To be robbed while on vacation is the nightmare of many – unfortunately it happens very often! In this article I will tell you what you can do in such a situation and how you can possibly get compensation. There is probably nothing that can spoil your holiday mood more than being robbed! Money gone, […]
The best time to travel to the Canary Islands is from April to October. The two Canary Islands in the east, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura, are warm travel destinations all year round. The high western islands of La Palma, El Hierro, La Gomera, Tenerife and Gran Canaria are particularly suitable for travel in spring, summer and […]
Gothenburg is an atmospheric city of culture. Gothenburg’s numerous museums, restaurants and cafés, little boutiques and a popular amusement park attract tourists all year round. Students, gourmets, hobbyists and families with children alike will find something to admire in the atmospheric coastal town. Museums and shopping Located on the west coast of Sweden, Gothenburg is […]
Minsk is a city of beautiful squares and many parks. Gateway to Belarus With a population of about two million, Minsk is the capital of Belarus, located in the central part of the country. Mass tourism cannot be found in Minsk – it is hard to believe that the city is only a fair flight […]
Entry EU or Swiss citizens need a valid identity card or passport to enter the country. There are no customs controls at the borders with Sweden and Norway. Public holidays January 1st – New Years Day January 6th – Epiphany (Loppiainen) May 1st – Labor Day (Vappu) Saturday between April 20th and 26th. June – […]
By car across the country Due to the short distances, traveling by car is a recommended option in Portugal if you want to see several destinations on the same trip. Traveling between larger cities is also possible by train. Getting around cities is easy thanks to affordable public transport. Taxis are also cheap compared to […]
In Greater Ukraine, a tourist can spend their holidays in the eastern metropolises, on the shores of the Black Sea or even in the Carpathian ski resorts. According to countryaah, Ukraine is the second largest country in Europe in terms of area. The country, still living in a slight lack of tourism, already had time […]
