We backpacked around Europe in May 2003 for about a month. It was Spring, nice weather, less touristy, better rates and longer opening hours for sightseeing. We visited France, Switzerland, Austria, Germany, Czech Republic and Italy. We flew with Qantas, from Singapore to Paris. The air ticket was really a good bargain in 2003 –…
Backpacking Europe
Prague Castle
We walked our way to the Prague Castle. View of the Prague Castle from far. The walk was an enjoyable one – we passed by a stunning historic building with golden roof top and a memorial park. Try the pastries in Prague. They are cheap and good! We had some in a small cafe before…
The Jewish Quarter in Prague
The Jewish Quarter‘s history dates back to the 13th century, when the Jewish community in Prague were ordered to vacate their homes and settle in one area. Th buildings in the Quarter form the best preserved Jewish historical monuments in the whole Europe. A little history about the Jewish Museum: it was closed to the…
Vienna sightseeing
During our final stay in Vienna, we visited The Prater, Vienna’s most popular fun fair with a giant Ferris wheel and many rides. First time to see such a slow-moving “merry-go-round” with real ponies. Cute. The Prater is small and old, yet colourful. The Hundertwasser House is a funny looking apartment with large trees growing…