I've been traveling around Central Europe the past few days, starting in Budapest and now in…read moreVienna. Both are very beautiful and have such great history. From all the parliaments I've ever seen, this one is definitely the coolest and most engaging. It's free to enter and there are so many opportunities to learn about not only Vienna but Central Europe in general. I'm really glad we stopped by and got to explore it!

An attractive building that I recommend walking by at night when this Neoclassical structure with…read moreits statue of Athena and her golden helmet are nicely illumunated.

ART FOR PEACE IN THE WORLD…read more Almost every day there is a guided tour through the Vienna International Center (UN Vienna) also including pieces of art from all over the World (11 a.m. and 2 p.m.) Two of the most impressive pieces I would like to present you today. Ho-o Raigi (The holy birds) by Sgenji Yoshida and a wall rug from the United Arab Emirates (no drugs, no crimes - simplified expressed). Behind the holy birds there is an old Japanese legend. The two phoenix will only come down to Earth when there is peace on Earth. The carpet is a modern piece of Emirati art combining traditional Arabic calligraphy and modern way of carpet making (traditional Emirati carpets have complete different "prints"). The outstanding quality of the carpet itself as well as the message behind the elaborateness of the calligraphy make it very special.

One of the prettiest ratshall I have seen in Austria or in Germany for that matter. It is a city a…read morehall. Our city halls in MI are far inferior to the likes of this place, by leaps and bounds. The steeples at the top makes it appear more like a cathedral than a city hall, but religious or city matters, it's still a beautiful place to conduct either task. The surrounding area is also fun to wander, take a stroll. It is also the base for their Christmas market, should you be lucky enough to come during the holidays at all.

Gorgeous City Hall! Historic site. Unfortunately it was closed today but I had to share it's…read morebeauty. And it's beautiful Christmas Market. It's so nice to be surrounded by happy people, especially the children lacing their skates to get a first taste of winter. The Market like all markets selling festive Christmas gifts, food, skate rentals and much more. Throughout the week watching Austria prepare for Christmas was a highlight. Hopefully my pictures capture the beauty and the wonder.