Borek99's Postcards

SLOVAKIA - Sabinov

2009-09-19T13:03:00.002+02:00

Sabinov is a small town located in the Prešov Region (north-eastern Slovakia), approximately 20 km from Prešov and 55 km from Košice. The population of Sabinov is 12,378.

SLOVAKIA - Rimavská Sobota

2009-09-19T13:00:00.001+02:00

Rimavská Sobota is a town in southern Slovakia, in the Banská Bystrica Region, on the Rimava river. It has 24,374 inhabitants (2006). The town is a historical capital of the Gömör-Kishont county (from 1850 to 1922).

CZECH REPUBLIC - Karlovy Vary

2009-09-19T12:57:00.001+02:00

Karlovy Vary - is a spa city situated in western Bohemia, Czech Republic, on the confluence of the rivers Ohře and Teplá, approximately 130 km (80.78 miles) west of Prague. It is named after King of Bohemia and Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV, who founded the city in 1370. It is historically famous for its hot springs (13 main springs, about 300 smaller springs, and the warm-water Teplá River).

CZECH REPUBLIC - Tábor

2009-09-19T12:30:00.002+02:00

Tábor is a city of the Czech Republic, in the South Bohemian Region. It is named after Mount Tabor, which is believed by many to be the place of the Transfiguration of Christ; however, the name became popular and nowadays translates to "camp" or "encampment" in the Czech language.

VATICAN(#47) - Vatican City

2009-09-11T18:34:00.002+02:00

My first postcard from Vatican. From wikipedia:

"Vatican City is a landlocked sovereign city-state whose territory consists of a walled enclave within the city of Rome, the capital city of Italy. At approximately 44 hectares (110 acres) (0.44 km2), and with a population of around 900, it is the smallest country in the world by both area and population."

BRAZIL - Gramado

2009-09-11T18:25:00.002+02:00

New postcard from Brazil received from "Germany x Other Countries RR". From wikipedia:

"Gramado is a municipality and small touristic town, southeast of Caxias do Sul and east of Nova Petrópolis in the southern Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul, in the Serra Gaúcha region. Most of the population of Gramado are of German or Italian descent. Gramado is one of the towns along the scenic route known as Rota Romântica."

ITALY - Naples(Napoli)

2009-09-11T18:08:00.004+02:00

Postcards from Naples are so beautiful ;) From wikipedia:

"Naples in Italy, is the capital of the region of Campania and of the province of Naples. The city is known for its rich history, art, culture and gastronomy, playing an important role throughout much of its existence; it is over 2,800 years old. Naples is located halfway between two volcanic areas, the volcano Mount Vesuvius and the Phlegraean Fields, sitting on the coast by the Gulf of Naples."

GREECE - Thermopylae

2009-09-11T17:59:00.003+02:00

Postcard from Thermopylae present The Leonidas Monument. From wikipedia:

"Thermopylae is a location in Greece where a narrow coastal passage existed in antiquity. It derives its name from several natural hot water springs."

About Battle of Thermopylae:

"Thermopylae is primarily known for the battle that took place there in 480 BC, in which an outnumbered Greek force of seven thousand (including the famous 300 Spartans) held off a substantially larger force of Persians under Xerxes. For six days they held out between two narrow cliff faces to prevent the use of Xerxes' vast cavalry force, before being outflanked on the third via a hidden goat path. The name since then has been used to reference heroic resistance against a more powerful enemy."

New postcards - Sorry for inactive ;)

2009-08-24T14:28:00.003+02:00

Last time I was on holiday on my grandparents house. I received new 150 postcards from my grandparents, but now I don't have time to add it on blog. I think that I should add it until the end of the week, but now sorry for my inactive. Happy holidays for all visitors my blog!

AZERBAIJAN(#46) - Baku

2009-07-31T15:14:00.003+02:00

My first postcard from Azerbaijan arrived from private swap. Thanks, Aysel!

LITHUANIA(#45) - Panevėžys

2009-07-31T15:09:00.003+02:00

My first postcard from Lithuania arrived from my new penpal - Milda. Thanks, Milda!

MACAU(#44) - Macau

2009-07-31T15:04:00.003+02:00

First postcard from Macau arrived from I'd like to travel RR.

FRANCE - Annecy

2009-07-31T15:02:00.003+02:00

Postcard arrived from Germany x Otker Countries RR. Thanks, Laurelijulien!

POLAND - Zagórów

2009-07-31T14:53:00.002+02:00

Postcard arrived from private swap with other postcard collector from Poland - Panterka. Thanks, Panterka!

BRAZIL(#43) - Morretes

2009-07-31T14:49:00.003+02:00

My first postcard from Brazil arrived from Different Countreis RR. Thanks, Tarcisio!

ITALY - Ospitaletto

2009-07-31T14:47:00.002+02:00

Postcard arrived from Different Countries RR.

RUSSIA - Voronezh

2009-07-31T14:45:00.002+02:00

Postcard arrived from Different Countreis RR. Thanks, ElSol!

RUSSIA - Moscow(II)

2009-07-31T14:36:00.003+02:00

Postcard arrived from Russian speaking RR. Thanks, annamis!

FRANCE - Angoulême

2009-07-31T14:32:00.003+02:00

Postcard arrived from Different countries RR. Thanks, Sagiyo!

GERMANY - Dresden

2009-07-31T14:23:00.003+02:00

Postcard arrived from Germany x Other Countries RR. Thanks, abbeyrd84!

SWITZERLAND - Lausanne

2009-07-31T14:19:00.004+02:00

This postcard I received from Germany x Other Countries RR. Thanks, Laurijulien!

RUSSIA - Moscow

2009-07-31T14:10:00.004+02:00

From Russian speaking RR from Simadi. From wikipedia:

"Moscow (Москвa) is the capital and the largest city of Russia. It is also the largest metropolitan area in Europe and ranks among the largest urban areas in the world. Moscow is a major political, economic, cultural, religious, financial, educational, and transportation centre of Russia and the world, a global city. It is also the seventh largest city proper in the world, a megacity. Population of Moscow is 10,514,400."

FRANCE - Paris

2009-07-18T15:12:00.002+02:00

Yesterday I received beautiful postcard from capital city of France - Paris. Postcard present Le Sacre-Coeuer. Postcard arrived from Different Countries RR. Thanks, Libelluline!

BAHRAIN(#42) - Manama

2009-07-18T15:09:00.002+02:00

On Wednesday I received beautiful postcard from new country in my collection - Bahrain. Postcard present "Birds sanctuary at Al Areen Wild Life Park". Postcard arrived from private swap with other postcrosser.

CROATIA - Zagreb

2009-07-18T15:03:00.003+02:00

On Wednesday I receive beautiful postcard from capital city of Croatia - Zagreb. Postcard arrived from Different Countries RR. Thanks, lu-lu!

GERMANY - Ulm(DE-373914)

2009-07-18T14:55:00.002+02:00

On Wednesday I receive new official postcrossing postcard from Germany. Postcard present german city - Ulm. Thanks, Zina96!

FINLAND - Tampere(FI-590097)

2009-07-18T14:52:00.004+02:00

On Wedensday I receive official postcrossing postcard from Tampere. Postcard arrive from other postcrosser - titityy. Thanks, titityy!

BELARUS - Minsk(Мiнск)

2009-07-18T14:48:00.002+02:00

On Wednesday I receive new postcard from capital city of Belarus - Minsk(Мiнск in belarusian). Postcard arrived from other postcrosser - Yanechka. Thanks, Yanechka!

PORTUGAL - Aveiro

2009-07-18T14:43:00.002+02:00

On Tuesday I receive new beautiful postcard from Aveiro. Postcard arrive from Different Countries RR. Thanks, Kel!

TAIWAN - Taipei(TW-66862)

2009-07-18T14:37:00.003+02:00

On Monday I receive new postcard from Taiwan - Taipei. Postcard is official postcrossing postcard(number: TW-66862).

USA - New York(US-447080)

2009-07-11T16:03:00.003+02:00

Yesterday I receive my second postcard from New York City. Postcard present city name - New York City.

CZECH REPUBLIC - Prague

2009-07-11T15:59:00.003+02:00

In thursday I receive postcard from Prague - capital city of Czech Republic. Postcard arrived from other postcrosser - Jantara, from Different Countries RR. Thanks, Jantara!

UNITED KINGDOM - London(GB-83524)

2009-07-11T15:52:00.003+02:00

In thursday I receive official postcrossing postcard from London(UK). Postcard present Big Ben. From wikipedia:

"Big Ben is the nickname for the great bell of the clock at the north-eastern end of the Palace of Westminster in London, and is often extended to refer to the clock or the clock tower as well. Big Ben is the largest four-faced chiming clock and the third-tallest free-standing clock tower in the world. It celebrated its 150th anniversary in May 2009 (the clock itself first ticking on 31st May), during which celebratory events took place."

BELGIUM - Wenduine(BE-36916)

2009-07-11T15:45:00.004+02:00

In wendesday I receive postcard from Belgium via official postcrossing.

MALAYSIA - Kuala Lumpur

2009-07-11T15:31:00.004+02:00

In wednesday I received my second postcard from Kuala Lumpur. Postcard present "Kuala Lumpur's Sultan Abdul Samad Building". Thanks, imajica!

THAILAND(#41) - Sukhothai

2009-07-07T15:55:00.002+02:00

Today I receive nice postcard from Thailand. Postcard is from other postcrosser - Sawasdee. Postcards present Sukhothai Historical Place. From wikipedia:

"The Sukhothai Historical Park covers the ruins of Sukhothai, capital of the Sukhothai kingdom in the 13th and 14th centuries, in what is now the north of Thailand. It is located near the modern city of Sukhothai, capital of the province with the same name."

Thanks, Sawasdee!

TAIWAN(#40) - Taipei

2009-07-07T15:49:00.003+02:00

Today I receive beautiful postcard from private swap with other postcrosser - yaopsh from Taiwan. Taiwan is 40# country in my collection. From wikipedia:

"Taipei is the largest and most important city in Taiwan and has served as the de facto capital of the Republic of China (ROC) since the Chinese Civil War in 1949. It is situated on the Danshui River, almost at the northern tip of the country, about 25 km southwest of Keelung, which is its port on the Pacific Ocean."

Thanks, yaopsh!

MALAYSIA(#39) - Kuala Lumpur

2009-07-06T13:29:00.002+02:00

Today I receive beautiful postcard from other postcard collector - yiphinwai. Postcard present Kuala Lumpur. From wikipedia:

"Kuala Lumpur is the capital and largest city of Malaysia. The city proper, making up an area of 244 km2 (94 sq mi), has an estimated population of 1.6 million in 2006."

Thanks, yiphinwai!

Yiphinwai website: http://yiphinwai.blogspot.com/

UNITED KINGDOM - Alfriston & Eastbourne

2009-07-06T13:22:00.003+02:00

Today I receive 2 postcards from Eastbourne and 1 from Alfriston. All of this postcards are from Mortimer - tea bags collector. Thanks, Mortimer!

Mortimer website: http://www.moredich.cba.pl/teabags/

POLAND - Tarnobrzeg

2009-07-06T13:03:00.003+02:00

Today I receive postcard from other postcards collector - Kazimierz. Postcards present polish city - Tarnobrzeg. From wikipedia:

"Tarnobrzeg is a town in south-eastern Poland, on the east bank of the river Vistula, with 49,753 inhabitants, as of June 2009. Situated in the Subcarpathian Voivodeship since 1999, it had previously been the capital of Tarnobrzeg Voivodeship (1975–1998)"

Thanks, Kazimierz!

POLAND - Huge swap with Pempek

2009-07-06T11:56:00.003+02:00

Today I receive 9 postcards from swap with Pempek. Postcards present 3 polish towns - Nowa Ruda, Postomino and Marciszów. Pempek is collecting lanyards. He's website: http://smycze.cba.pl

Thanks, Pempek!

MALTA(#38) - Għargħur

2009-07-02T15:48:00.007+02:00

Today I receive 4 beautiful postcards from new country - Malta. Postcards present Għargħur city. From wikipedia:

"Għargħur is situated on a hilltop between two valleys in the North-East of Malta with a population of 2,389 (Nov 2005)."

BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA (#37) - Sarajevo

2009-06-29T15:49:00.008+02:00

Today I receive 4 postcards from new country in my collection. Bosnia and Herzegovina is #37 country in my collection. Postcards arrived from Sarajevo. From wikipedia:

"Sarajevo is the capital city and largest city of Bosnia and Herzegovina, with a population of 304,614 people. It is also the capital of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Sarajevo is located in the Sarajevo valley of Bosnia proper, surrounded by the Dinaric Alps and situated around the Miljacka river. The city is famous for its traditional religious diversity, with adherents of Islam, Orthodoxy, Catholicism and Judaism coexisting there for centuries. Due to this long and rich history of religious diversity and coexistence Sarajevo has often been called the "Jerusalem of Europe"."

POLAND - Myślenice

2009-06-29T15:43:00.004+02:00

Today I receive 2 beautiful postcards from polish city - Myślenice. From wikipedia:

"Myślenice is a town in southern Poland, situated in the Lesser Poland Voivodeship (since 1999), previously in Kraków Voivodeship (1975-1998). Population: 20,261(2007)."

Postcards arrived from my friend - lollexxx. Thanks, lollexxx ;)

POLAND - Huge swap with Glopik

2009-06-29T15:30:00.013+02:00

On friday I receive envelope with 10 postcards from polish tickets collector Glopik. Postcards present 10 polish cities - Olsztyn, Malbork, Książ, Bolesławiec, Kutno, Kozienice, Pacanów, Pińczów, Warka and Świdnica. Thanks, Glopik!

BELGIUM - Tournai

2009-06-25T10:29:00.002+02:00

Today I receive postcards from belgish city - Tournai. From wikipedia:

"Tournai is a Walloon city and municipality of Belgium located 85 kilometres southwest of Brussels, on the river Scheldt, in the province of Hainaut. It (along with Tongeren) is the oldest city in Belgium and it has played an important role in the country's cultural history."

NORWAY - Oslo

2009-06-24T16:51:00.005+02:00

Today I receive beautiful postcard from Oslo.

From wikipedia:

"Oslo is the capital and largest city in Norway. The city was founded around 1048 by King Harald III of Norway."

It's from private swap with Ingvild. Thanks, Ingvild!

USA - Knoxville

2009-06-23T10:51:00.005+02:00

Today I receive new postcard from USA city Knoxville. Postcard present "The Sunsphere".

"The Sunsphere, in Knoxville, Tennessee, is an 81.07 m (266 ft) high hexagonal steel truss structure, topped with a 23 m (75 ft) gold-colored glass sphere that served as the symbol of the 1982 World's Fair."

BELGIUM - Hamont-Achel

2009-06-22T11:07:00.011+02:00

Today I receive 7 beautiful postcards from belgish town Hamont-Achel. From wikipedia:

"Hamont-Achel is a municipality located in the Belgian province of Limburg. Hamont-Achel had a total population of 13,770. "

POLAND - Płock

2009-06-19T12:29:00.005+02:00

Today I receive 3 new poscards from Płock. It's polish city in central Poland with more than 120 000 inhabitants. Postcards are beautiful. I receive them from private swap with other polish postcard collector. Thanks, Postcards.

Hi!

2009-06-18T16:31:00.002+02:00

My name is Paweł(Paul in english). I am 15 years old and I collect postcards with city viewes from all places in the Earth. My collection isn't huge. Today I have 554 postcards from 226 places at 35 countries(I love math :P). I live in Sulechów. It small city(only less than 18 000 inhabitants) in western Poland. I love this city ;) Today it's all from me.

PS. If You are interested in private swap with my please send me message to my e-mail: aaz2@wp.pl