20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Mt. Pilatus, Switzerland

November 7, 2016

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Mount Pilatus is the reason brought us to Lucerne

Mount Pilatus is famously known as the Dragon Mountain, as medieval legend often described this as a home for dragons with healing powers and it is located at central Switzerland in Lucerne. On a clear day, the mountain offers a panoramic view of 73 Alpine peaks. It is not surprising though, considering the Mt. Pilatus is well over 2,100 meters (7,000 ft) high).

One can reach the top of Mt. Pilatus by the cogwheel trains, gondolas, cableways or combining all of these three together with a boat ride across Lake Lucerne (this ride is called as Golden Round Trip). We made our journey through the train from Alpnachstad, well known to be the steepest cogwheel railway in the world!

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Top 5 Places to See and Do in Lucerne, Switzerland

November 5, 2016

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Switzerland! Whenever we think of Switzerland, naturally snowcapped mountains, gorgeous mountain lakes, chocolate and watches come to mind. If you are visiting Switzerland, then there are plenty of things to see in Lucerne. This trip has it all, every icon you could probably think of!

It took about an hour to get to Lucerne from Zurich as well as from Basel. Either you are taking train or driving, the views on the way to Lucerne are breathtaking. I saw lush mountains, rocks, waterfalls, cottages, fields. It is like cities and villages merged into one. We drove to Lucerne from Freiburg, Germany which was about 2 hour drive. One thing to remember if you are driving, you have to pay 40 CHF to get a toll ticket when entering Switzerland.

I was captivated by the wonderful panorama of Lucerne which surrounded by the Alps and Lake Lucerne where you can relax, along with Swiss historical sites. Whether you are staying in the city for a short weekend or a couple of weeks, here are the top five things to see and do in Lucerne! Continue reading…

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How to Open Deutsche Bank Account/Blocked Account Germany for International Student, Step by Step

November 3, 2016

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Most international students need to open up a blocked account to apply for a student German visa. This is to proof you are able to support financially during your studies in Germany. There are different options to prove your financial ability to study in Germany. Therefore, I will explain about the Blocked Account in this entry. Deutsche Bank is the only bank in Germany providing this service to international students.

What is a Blocked Account?

It is called Blocked Account because the money you transfer into this account is blocked till the day you have arrived in Germany. It is required to have a minimum 8640 Euro in your Blocked Account in one of the German banks and you can only withdraw 720 Euro per month. (Refer to the German Embassy website for the exact amount, it may changed from time to time). It is compulsory to have a Blocked Account beforehand so that you are not facing any financing problem while studying.

How long do I need to open the Blocked Account?

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Tips for Getting a Student Visa in German Universities

November 1, 2016

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More than twelve percent of students at German universities come from abroad, just like you! You pay very low tuition fees and sometimes none at all, it’s no wonder Germany is high on most students’ bucket lists.

And with more and more courses and degree programs are being offered in English, especially at the master’s degree level. Post graduate students now more than ever will be heading to this diverse country located in the heart of Europe! But for master students especially in taught course program, getting and living there is no picnic.

Applying for the German student visa is a process that can take a lot of time and hassle. My own journey to obtain a German student visa was nothing short of a nightmare.