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When the diamond crater was formed, dinosaurs still walked the earth

Arkansas

Digging for diamonds sounds better than choosing them from a jeweler’s display? Then the U.S. state of Arkansas is the place to try your luck – at the world’s only public diamond mine

Happiness in over the Himalayas

Bhutan

Bhutan guarantees its citizens the right to happiness, and that's how this small kingdom became a Shangri-La for visitors from the West who come in search of meaning. Now, though, budget tourism and geopolitics are threatening to destroy the idyll

San José – One city, two faces

San José

It’s the capital of Costa Rica, but many travelers only pass through San José on their way to somewhere else. That is a shame! The lively metropolis is well worth exploring, as are the volcanoes, rainforest and beautiful beaches just a day trip away. We show you both sides

Fishing for the prized red gold

Andalusia

Every year, gigantic swarms of tuna fish migrate past the coast of Andalusia. The fishermen catch the fish using the historic almadraba system. Greed and globalization are now threatening the delicate balance between hunters and prey

Bejing – One city, two faces

Berlin

Avant-garde galleries, trending neighborhoods, magnificent new architecture: ­Beijing is one of the most thrilling cities in the world. For all that, the rich ­history of the 3000-year-old metropolis is in evidence everywhere, too. We show you both sides.

Berlin – One city, two faces

Berlin

Poor, but sexy? That’s history. Berlin is home to more opulence and high-end style than it has been in a long time. But even without (much) money, it’s still possible to have a wonderful time in the German capital. We show you both sides
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Oceans apart

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Delhi – One city, two faces

Delhi

Hot temperatures, sizzling spices, brilliant colors and a cacophony of sounds: For visitors, Delhi offers a veritable spectacle for all the senses. But there’s more to the Indian city of millions: delicacy, stillness and spirituality. We show both sides

Zagreb – One city, two faces

Zagreb

Surreal bars, cafés and a fortress – Zagreb is a perfect destination for fans of the fantastic. But there’s also plenty to explore here for the more rational among us, who prefer to look reality in the eye. We bring you some interesting insights into both sides of the Croatian capital

Cape Town – One city, two faces

Kapstadt

A rugged, mountainous landscape, choppy Atlantic waters, sharks and whales cavorting off the coast – Cape Town definitely has a wild side. But the South African metropolis can also come across as gentle, playful and even romantic. We take a look at both sides

Vanilla vice – felons vs farmers

Madagascar

We all know that distinctive sweet flavor - from puddings, ice cream and cookies. But how does vanilla grow? And why are crimes committed for the spice? We visit Madagascar, where the coveted substance is produced

The 8 best secluded hotels

Hideaway

It seems they do exist: the kind of people who even in hopelessly overcrowded shopping streets enjoy a sense of inner harmony; or remain unruffled when their extended family is at loggerheads with each other. Oh, are you not one of those people? Then flee! We bring you the very best in secluded hotels

Munich – One city, two faces

City of the Month

What’s your preference: a stroll through the English Garden, a skiing trip to the mountains or dancing the night away to techno beats? Munich is a village of 1.4 million – traditional and serene in many ways, and modern and cosmopolitan in many others. We take a look at both sides

Vilnius – One city, two faces

City of the Month

Ice and snow are perfect for skating and snowmobiling, and Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, is a winter wonderland at this time of year. But the city also has it hot spots despite the frigid temperatures. We take a look at both sides

Rio – One city, two faces

City of the Month

Legendary beaches, a picturesque and vibrant harbor district and the wide expanse of the Atlantic Ocean right on its doorstep. Rio owes much of its unique charm to its beachside location, although the city is surrounded by steep cliffs and majestic mountains, too. We take a look at both sides

Valletta – One city, two faces

City of the Month

German students go to Malta to tan, swim and brush up their English in language courses during the school break. But the capital, Valletta, which is soon to be European Capital of Culture, also has lots of historic buildings to explore. We show you both sides.

Budapest – One city, two faces

City of the Month

On the western bank of the Danube, there’s Buda, the hilly side of town; on the eastern bank, Pest, which is flat. The differences in elevation have always informed life in Budapest. We bring you some highs and lows from the Hungarian