Octoberfest 2013




Oktoberfest 2013

21 September - 6 October

The 180^th Oktoberfest starts on 21^th of September and will end on the 6^th of October 2016. As like in the previous years the official starting ceremony will take place this time in the "Schottenhamel Beer Tent". 

This year there are expected more than 7 million visitors to the Wiesn where the event is held for 3 weeks. Many people from all over the world will swarm to the tents to get a place inside the tent which will be extremely difficult. The beer tents open at 10:00am on weekdays and close at 11:30pm. On the weekends the tents open at 9:00am. 

Octoberfest 2013

The " Oktoberfest " which is held every year  goes back to 1810 when a festival was held to honor of  the Bavarian Crown Prince Ludwig's marriage to Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen.


The Oktoberfest Beer :

 Only beers which are brewed within the city limits of München (Munich) is allowed to be served during this festival. Not every beer can be served there. 

Breze, Bratwurst,.....

There are criterias whcih have to be passed to be a designated Oktoberfest Beer. Oktoberfest 
Beer is a registered Trademark by the Club of Munich Brewers. Those Breweries are members of this exclusive Club. These Breweries are : Löwenbräu, Augustinerbräu, Paulanerbräu,Hacker-Pschorr Bräu, Hofbräu and Spatenbräu.

La Tomatina - 2013

La Tomatina

La Tomatina / 28.08.2013

La Tomatina is a "Food Fight" festival which is held each year on the last Wednesday of August. The city for this event is Buñol in the Valencia region of Spain. Tons of over-ripe tomatoes are thrown in the streets in exactly one,two,three,.......... : )) hour. This festival is a tradition in Buñol since 1944.

How started La Tomatina...?

The festival is in honor of the town's patron saints, Luis Bertran and the Mare de Deu dels Desemparats "Mother of God of the Defenseless".

The tomato fight has been a strong tradition in Bunol since 1944 or 1945. Actually,nothing is certain how this event started or become a tradition. There are  possible theories on how it began include a local food fight among friends or farmers, a juvenile class war, a volley of tomatoes from participantsof a carnival parade, a practical joke on a bad musician or music group.

The most popular theory is that disgruntled townspeople attacked the cities councilmen with tomatoes during a town celebration. Whatever happened to begin the tradition, it was enjoyed so much that it was repeated the next year, and the year after that, and so on. 

Approximately 50,000 tourists come yearly to find out more about the tomato fight, and to participate.  For the La Tomatina  it is used about 150,000 tomatoes (90,000 pounds)

Where: The Plaza del Pueblo in Buñol, Spain.

              Buñol is roughly 40 km (25 mi) from Valencia.  

When: On the last Wednesday of August. The event lasts about 3 hours, from 11 am - 1 pm.
             The actual tomato throwing event lasts for one hour.

Getting There: Since Bunol is a small town with few hotels, it is better to stay in Valencia. There are trains (Renfe) departing each hour in direction to Bunol.

LISBON (LISBOA) / PORTUGAL

LISBON

LISBON (LISBOA)

PORTUGAL

Lisbon, is the capital city of Portugal.    It is on of the rare cities in Europe which faces the Ocean and thus the sea has become an important role in life and history of Lisbon. In addition to the Ocean, Lisbon is located on the bank of the river Tagus which gives the city an additional richness and importance. River Tagus, rises in eastern Spain and is the longest waterway of the Iberian Peninsula.

The name "Lisbon" means "Favorite Bay". Lisbon is built on Seven Hills like cities Istanbul, Rome, San Francisco, Amman and Bergen.

.....Must do in Lisbon.....

1 - Visiting St. Jorge Castle

St. Jorge Castle

St. George Castle is located on a hill so that it is possible to see it from almost everywhere from the city. The castle's footprint is roughly a square, and it was originally encircled by a wall, to form a citadel. The castle consists of the castle itself, some ancillary buildings including the ruins of the royal palace, gardens, and a large terraced square from which an impressive panorama of Lisbon is visible. 

2 -  Visiting Jeronimos Monastery

Jeronimos Monastery

This Monastery was the resting place of the famous explorer "Vasco de Gama" which was built in 1500s as a part of a monastery. Its cloisters are considered among the most beautiful  in the  world and has been listed as  a Heritage Site.

3 - Visiting Museums, Museu Dos Coches and Museu Berardo

If you want to see or at least show to your childrens  fairytale carriages the you should visit the "Museu Do Coches". On the other hand "Museu Berardo" offers you to se the Arts of Picasso, Dalli and other artists.

4 - Visiting Sao Roque Church (World's most expensive chapel)

Chapel - Sao Roque

From outside you will not recognize anything. It is a churh with plain facedes but has one of the richest interiors. Sao Roque's each chapel is a masterpiece of Baroque. But the most expensive is the fourth one on the left, the "world's most expensive chapel." It was designed in Rome using the most costly materials available, likeivory, agate, porphyry, lapis lazulli, gold and silver, it was blessed by the Pope and shipped to Lisbon in 1747. Of note is also the chapel's "paintings," which are not paintings but extraordinarily detailed mosaics, and the ceiling painted with scenes of the Apocalypse. Today this chapel is considered a masterpiece of European art. (thanks to golisbon...)

5 - Visiting Torre de Belem, Praca do Princepe Real, Greja de Santa Catarina, Elevador da Bica, Cafe a Brasil.....

Since there are many attractions and must visit places in Lisbon we suggest just take your ticket and visit this Beautiful City Which open to the Ocean.

This city offers many opportunities of any type of tourist. Starting from shoppers ( Shopping street, Rua do Carmo) to photgraphers. Even enjoying a coupe of coffee at " Cafe Brasileira " is must do in Lisbon to feel the daily life of Lisboan People.

6 - By the way don't miss to take a trip to the Lisbon Riviera (Costa de Lisboa)...

Lisbon Riviera

      Lisbon Riviera is one of the best active and beach tourism with sightseeing momentous and historic places of interest all together.

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SAN FERMIN - PAMPLONA BULLRUN

San Fermin - Bullrun

Bull Run - Pamplona / Spain

This famous festival is celebrated in Pamplona (Irunea) in the Navarra Region of Spain. Every year starting from the 6th to the 14th of July.

The festival is celebrated in honor to "San Fermin" which is the patron Saint of Navarra. Normally, San Fermin is a religious festival it became famous all over the world with the "Bull Run" which takes place during the festival.

The Bull Run - The " Encierro"

The Encierro

The Encierro, is the most expected spectacle of the festival where the bulls come from outside the city into the bullring. The Encierro starts at the corral in "Calle Santo Domingo" when the San Cernin Church indidcates by striking its bells 8 o'clock in the morning. After the start, which is caused by two rockects, the bulls starts to run behind the runners for 825 meters. This distance is between the corral and the bullring. Normally, this spectacle lasts around 5 minutes but sometimes it can takes longer when the bulls are not willing to go straight to the bullring...... : )))

When the 3rd rocket is launched, everything is over. The 3rd rocket indicates that all bulls are in the bullring.....

Here are the rules of the Bull Run....

*** More Pictures are on our Facebook page....

What is not allowed in the bull run

• People under 18 years of age, who must not run or participate.
• Crossing police barriers placed to ensure that the run goes off smoothly.
• Standing in areas and places along the route that have been expressly prohibited by the municipal police force.
• Before the bulls are released, waiting in corners, blind spots, doorways or in entrances to other establishments located along the run.
• Leaving doors of shops or entrances to apartments open along the route. The responsibility for ensuring these doors are closed lies with the owners or tenants of the properties.
• Being in the bull run while drunk, under the effects of drugs or in any other improper manner.
• Carrying objects that are unsuitable for the run to take place correctly.
• Wearing inappropriate clothes or footwear for the run.
• Inciting the bulls or attracting their attention in any manner, and for whatever reason, along the route of the run or in the bullring.
• Running backwards towards the bulls or running behind them.
• Holding, harassing or maltreating the bulls and stopping them from moving or being led to the pens in the bullring.
• Stopping along the run and staying on the fence, barriers or in doorways in such a way that the run or the safety of other runners is jeopardised.
• Taking photographs inside the run, or from the fences or barriers without due authorisation.
• Carrying objects that are unsuitable for the good order and security of the bull run.
• Installing elements that invade horizontal, vertical or aerial space along the bull run, unless expressly authorised by the Mayor"s Office.
• Any other action that could hamper the bull run taking place normally.

POSITANO - ITALY

Posatino

POSITANO / ITALY

This small splendid town is located on the famous Amalfi Coast in Campania, Italy. Its also   very easy to reach, since it is located between the cities Napoli and Salermo and not far from the island Capri. This town is very pictures and has great views which attracts many photograhers too. This town attracts thounsands of visitors every year for relaxing and having a rest for heavenly atmosphere.

History and Architecture

Church of Posatino

Positano was a port of the Amalfi Republic in medieval times and was prospered during the 16th and 17th centuries. The church of Santa Maria Assunta has a Dome made of majolica tiles and the popular "Black Madonna" icon from the 13th century.

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Santorini / Greece

Santorini Island - Greece

SANTORINI - THERA

Santorini ( Thera ) is an island in the southern Aegean Sea which is located between Greece and Turkey. Exact position is 200 km (120 mi) southeast from Greece.

Santorini is a volcanic island in the Cyclades ( Caldera ) group of the Greek islands. The island was named by the Latin Empire in the 13th century, and is a reference to Saint Irene which is the name of the old cathedral in the village of Perissa. Before, it was known as "Kalliste" (the most beautiful one), "Strongyle" (the circular one) or "Thera". In the 19th century, Thera was revived as the official name of the island but it is well known as "Santorini".  During the Ottoman Empire where the ottomans where dominating also the Aegean Sea the name for this island was "Santurin" or "Santoron".

Map of Santorini

This island is famous for its fantastic views architecture, history and atmosphere. Especially during the summer time the island becomes vistiors from all over the world. Stunning Sunsets, beaches with black and red volcanic pebbles, the Beach of Perissa, the Red Beach in Akrotiri area, The Kamari Beach (Black)

A place where you can feel and see the endless Freedom and Peace, the power of Antique Gods and the Birth of Humanity on Mother Earth.

According to some investigations, there is also the possibility that ATLANTIS was located here before the Volcani Explotion which created the actual form of the island. Come and decide it by your self........

Red Beach

There are several villages on Santorini which should be visited.

Fira - the main Cliff-preched town of Santorini.
Oia - a place for unforgettable Sunsets.
Pyrgos - the highest point on the island.
Karterados - a place of the traditional Santorini architecture.
Megalochori - traditional village with white cycladic churches.
Vothonas - a small rock village, church of St. Ann is here.
Perissa - Beaches and traditional Greek fish taverns.
Kamari - black pebble beach.



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Palio di Siena "Horse Race" 2013 - Siena / Italy 2nd July & 16th August

The 17 Contradas

One of the famous manifestations of Italy is "il Palio di Siena" a traditional horse race which is held at" Piazza del Campo". It takes place each year twice on July 2 nd and August 16th. The race is to celebrate the miraculous apparition of the Virgin Mary near the historical buildings that belonged to Provenzano Salvani. Therefore, Palio was run the first time on August 16, 1656  to the honour of the "Madonna di Provenzano". In 1701 in honour of the "Madonna dell'Assunta" which was the Patroness and Advocate of Siena. She protected the Sienese militia at the famous battle of Monteaperti on September 4, 1260, against the Florentines.

The Palio is a historical tradition connected with the origin of the Contradas of Siena (districts into which the town is divided). The Contradas are institutions having their own government, oratory, coat of arms, sometimes titles of nobility, emblems and colours, patron Saints, territories and population which consist of all those people who were born or live within the delimited territory of the district.
 

There were about 59 "Contrada"; now only 17 remain, 10 of which take part in the historical pageant and in the race at each Palio. In the picture (above) "contrades" you can see their names and emblems.

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ALACATI - One of the Best Windsurf and Kitesurf Place in Europe

ALACATI - IZMIR / TURKEY

Alaçatı, is on of the Best Windsurf and Kitesurf Places in European region. Exact destination  is Izmir / Turkey.

Placed on the Cesme Peninsula, this small village Alacati is the perfect surf point in the Turkish Aegean Sea which offers a powerfull wind condition and the opportunity to glide on the turquoise water. 

This place can be reached by plane from any Central European country within three hours. Arrival Airport is "Izmir - Adnan Mendres Airport and the transferral to Alacati only 60 minutes.

This Place is also famous for its Night Life, there are many places where people enjoy there times in the City Center and the Port of Alacati. Alacati is called the "St. Tropez of Turkey" and it´s historical town with many restaurants, bars, shops and clubs is really attracting the people who will not only be on the sea.
This place is also close to other important historical and antcient ruins as Ephesus, Pamukkale (Cotton Castle), Troy ( Troia) and Assos which can be reached very easly.


More pictures of Alacati on our Facebook Page......

WIND CONDITIONS :

Beginning mid May untill the end of September the well known “Meltemi” blows from the north of Alacati. In spring and autumn, the dominating wind comes from a southerly direction.Commonly the air current is soften in the morning time and increments during the afternoon.  The “Poiras” blows sideshore from the right. At this point, nice small waves break in the bay. Even on days with potent wind, beginners and intermediates can enjoy moderate wind conditions from the sunup to the sundown.

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EVENTS : 

PWA World Tour 2013 will be held between the dates 19-24 August. This events is held every year in Alcati.

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Tarifa / Spain ( Strait of Gibraltar)

Strait of Gibraltar

Tarifa is a province of Cadiz which is located in Andalucia Region of Spain. The town is located on the southern coast of Spain which is called as "Costa de la Luz" (Coast of Light) and across the Straits of Gibraltar facing Morocco.

Tarifa has a Mediterranean climate with Oceanic influences, with warm summers and very mild winters. Winters are rainy whereas the summer is largely dry. 

Castle Guzman el Bueno

The town has a castle which was built in 960 by Abd-ar-Rahman III. The castle is called "Guzman el Bueno". In addition to this monuments the town has influence of the 13th century and a church which is named as St. Mary. 

The St. Matthew Church built in the early 16th century is in Gothic style which is also a former mosque like the St. Mary church. A must see place is also the Ruins of the Roman city Bealo Claudia.

Windsurf and Kitesurf

Tarifa has become a popular  tourist place of tourist originated from Europe. In addition to its historical places Tarifa is also popular with its coast where windsurfers and kitesurfers are their due to the strong winds caused by the straits.

2013 FIA Formula 1 World Championship Race Calendar

Formula 1

The new season of Formula One 2013 will start on the 15-17 March. The first official race will held in Melbourne / Australia. 
According to the offical race calendar seven races will be held in Europe.

The first European Grandprix Race will be the circuit at Catalunya (Barcelona) Spain on the 10-12 May. After Spain the up coming European races are marked in blue on the list below.

1	2013 FORMULA 1 ROLEX AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX (Melbourne)	15 - 17 Mar
2	2013 FORMULA 1 PETRONAS MALAYSIA GRAND PRIX (Kuala Lumpur)	22 - 24 Mar
3	2013 FORMULA 1 UBS CHINESE GRAND PRIX (Shanghai)	12 - 14 Apr
4	2013 FORMULA 1 GULF AIR BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX (Sakhir)	19 - 21 Apr
5	FORMULA 1 GRAN PREMIO DE ESPAÑA 2013 (Catalunya)	10 - 12 May
6	FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX DE MONACO 2013 (Monte Carlo)	23 - 26 May
7	FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX DU CANADA 2013 (Montréal)	07 - 09 Jun
8	2013 FORMULA 1 BRITISH GRAND PRIX (Silverstone)	28 - 30 Jun
9	FORMULA 1 GROSSER PREIS VON DEUTSCHLAND 2013 (Nürburgring)	05 - 07 Jul
10	TBA (TBA) *	19 - 21 Jul
11	FORMULA 1 MAGYAR NAGYDÍJ 2013 (Budapest)	26 - 28 Jul
12	2013 FORMULA 1 SHELL BELGIAN GRAND PRIX (Spa-Francorchamps)	23 - 25 Aug
13	FORMULA 1 GRAN PREMIO D'ITALIA 2013 (Monza)	06 - 08 Sep
14	2013 FORMULA 1 SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX (Singapore)	20 - 22 Sep
15	2013 FORMULA 1 KOREAN GRAND PRIX (Yeongam)	04 - 06 Oct
16	2013 FORMULA 1 JAPANESE GRAND PRIX (Suzuka)	11 - 13 Oct
17	2013 FORMULA 1 AIRTEL INDIAN GRAND PRIX (New Delhi)	25 - 27 Oct
18	2013 FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX (Yas Marina)	01 - 03 Nov
19	2013 FORMULA 1 UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX (Austin)	15 - 17 Nov
20	FORMULA 1 GRANDE PRÊMIO DO BRASIL 2013 (São Paulo)	22 - 24 Nov

Click on each race to see the Circuit Map on the offcial Formula 1 page.....