Veste Coburg, or Coburg Fortress, in Franconia is one of the largest and best-preserved fortified castles in Germany. It was the main seat of the dukes of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha and now houses important art treasures.

What do the Zugspitze, Karwendel and Alpspitze have in common? They have a quick and easy way to get to the top: a cable car. And all these mountains provide splendid views.

In the early 20th century, Lake Kochel was a hot-spot for young artists later known as Expressionists. They became famous, as did the landscape between the lake and the town of Murnau – known as the “Blue Land”.

Victor from Hong Kong has sent us a travel video. He was with friends on a student exchange in Tanzania. After their English class, he went on a trip with a camera – to discover the local African wildlife.

What do the Zugspitze, Karwendel and Alpspitze have in common? They have a quick and easy way to get to the top: a cable car. And all these mountains provide splendid views.

Shiraz is one of Iran's five largest cities. Steve Hänisch visits the Vakil Mosque, Karim Khan Citadel, the Nasir ol Molk Mosque, the grave of the Persian poet Hafiz and the UNESCO World Heritage site of Persepolis.

Many Chinese travelers visit Trier as part of a European tour to see the birthplace of Karl Marx. The communist thinker is especially important for older generations of Chinese visitors.

Architect Mariela Vittini Varela shows her favorite spots in her home town: Santa Lucia Hill, the Barrio Italia and the Costanera Center. At 300 meters, it's Latin America's tallest building.

DW viewer David Moloney visited the small, craggy island Skellig Michael in Ireland. The trip over the rough seas was a slight challenge, but it was rewarded with a splendid view.

A holiday video from Newfoundland: Check-in viewer Sidney Roth takes us along on his road trip. He's been touring the large Canadian island with his friends.