Most people know little about Taiwan, the place that claims to be the only real successor to the Republic of China. Located on a small island just 100km away from Mainland China it is a wonderful surprise and a perfect … Read More
Russia, by far the largest country in the world, occupies both Eastern Europe and Northern Asia. The European part is smaller (though it is the biggest country in Europe) and more populated (25% of the land with 75% of the … Read More
Philippines is an archipelago of approximately 7500 islands in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. More than two thirds of the total territory belongs to Luzon on the north and Mindanao on the south. The Philippines are best known for … Read More
Georgia. The northernmost country in the Transcaucasian region has a longitudinal triangular shape. It is an incredibly diverse country with abundant stunning landscapes. The Caucasus Mountains and the Black Sea coast are decorated with beautiful villages, towns, charming churches and … Read More
Romania. The largest country in the Balkans has a compact, almost completely round shape. Known for its beautiful mountains, magnificent monasteries, and charming towns and villages, Romania is a country where Europe and Asia blend. Historically, the west and center … Read More
Germany has a relatively compact shape that resembles a vertical rectangle 1200km long and 800km wide. It is the most populated European country, if we exclude the ex-soviet states, and its territory is also one of the largest on the … Read More
Thailand is a country with a peculiar shape. While the north has a relatively compact form, the south is a narrow peninsula dotted with numerous islands. Even though the north is 500 km wide, most of its fascinating places are … Read More
The longitudinal shape of Vietnam makes it an ideal country for a linear route. Except for the northernmost part, the rest of the country is a narrow strip of no more than 150km wide, and most of the highlights are … Read More
