DANUBE
1. The Danube river is Europe’s second longest river, after the River Volga. It flows for 2,873 km from the Black Forest in Germany to the Black Sea
2.The Danube flows through or flows along the borders of 10 countries: Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Serbia, Croatia, Bulgaria, Moldova, Ukraine and Romania. It also flows through four capital cities: Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest and Belgrade.
2.The Danube flows through or flows along the borders of 10 countries: Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Serbia, Croatia, Bulgaria, Moldova, Ukraine and Romania. It also flows through four capital cities: Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest and Belgrade.
3.About a third of the river’s total length is in Hungary. Hungary’s capital, Budapest is one of Europe’s most beautiful cities and is sometimes called Queen of the Danube.
4.The first river cruises on the River Danube were in the early 19th century. Today, Danube river cruises are still incredibly popular.
5.Some people still fish in the Danube, fishing has declined over the last few centuries.
6.Over the centuries, the River Danube has inspired artists, writers and composers. One of the most famous works is a piece of music called The Blue Danube by Johann Strauss.
7.There are hiking trails and bike trails along much of the Danube’s length. The hiking trail runs for about 965 km, while the cycle trail covers the entire length of the river.
4.The first river cruises on the River Danube were in the early 19th century. Today, Danube river cruises are still incredibly popular.
5.Some people still fish in the Danube, fishing has declined over the last few centuries.
6.Over the centuries, the River Danube has inspired artists, writers and composers. One of the most famous works is a piece of music called The Blue Danube by Johann Strauss.
7.There are hiking trails and bike trails along much of the Danube’s length. The hiking trail runs for about 965 km, while the cycle trail covers the entire length of the river.
This is a map where the Danube flows through.
And this is a clip from the view where my great great grandfather lives and the the town where my mom was born ( Novi Sad)