Category Archives: Germany

Photo Essay: Autumn in Tiergarten, Berlin

Posted on October 10, 2013 by Gina Mussio

I ventured into Tiergarten, the largest garden in central Berlin, on the last day of my visit. There was no plan or time limit and I ended up spending hours exploring the pathways, ponds and colors of this enormous park. … Continue reading →

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Photo Essay: The Freiburg Minster

Posted on August 5, 2013 by Gina Mussio

Sometimes a town square is so important to a city’s history, social life and economy that even after hundreds of years of further development, the historical center can’t be ignored. The Freiburg Minster was started in 1230 and completed 100 … Continue reading →

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A Weekend in Freiburg, Broke College-Student Style

Posted on July 29, 2013 by Gina Mussio

First: Get the price of staying the night out of the way by finding a friend who’s staying there so you can crash on their floor. Bring a yoga mat and blanket or else your night will be particularly rough. … Continue reading →

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The Green Heart of Germany

Posted on July 22, 2013 by Gina Mussio

A university town, Freiburg is full of students. One of the largest towns in Bavaria, Freiburg is full of tourists. Known for its high standard of living and eco-friendly politics, Freiburg is full of middle-income, environmentally conscious families. Add it … Continue reading →

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Snapshots of Freiburg

Posted on July 17, 2013 by Gina Mussio

Snapshots of Freiburg, Germany: A look into the jewel of the Black Forest. Highlights include: 1. Freiburg Bächle Roughly translated as “little streams” these are one of the cities most famous landmarks, found throughout the old city. Legend has it that … Continue reading →

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