Vienna is commonly divided into twenty-three numbered administrative units, one of them being the rather posh 9th district, situated north of the old town. Living in Vienna, I am seldomly visiting this part of the city, so in the fall I use a sunny and quiet Monday afternoon to have a walk in the streets and parks of this charming neighborhood.
Looking closer, there are many details to discover in the city of Bern. Notably, the medieval structures, such as the civic hall and the cathedral, offer many exciting perspectives. Additionally, there are some attractive fountains and historic sculptures scattered all across the old town of Bern.
There are only two countries without a capital, Switzerland being one of them. Unofficially, though, the city of Bern, situated in the heart of the Alpine country, is considered the nation’s political center. Located on a peninsula that is engulfed by the Aare River, the old town of Bern is vast and beautiful. Particularly striking are the characteristic rooftops and pergolas.
The Kvarner Bay in the north of Croatia is characterized by a number of smaller and larger islands. All of them have a long history and are rich in nature. The following shots were taken on the islands of Cres and Losinj.
Together with Cres Krk is the largest island in the Adria sea. Rich in history and beautiful architecture Krk is always worth a visit. Some perspectives.
Košljun is a small island situated close to Punat at the shore of the Croatian island of Krk. In Roman times, there was a villa rustica (country house); later in the Middle Ages, monks from the order of St. Benedictine founded a monastery on the little island. Besides a church and the convent buildings, which still exist and can be visited, it is quite a green and diverse landmass. There are dense forests, meadows, and Mediterranean gardens.
Michael Hoffman Photography 