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 Meran-Merano - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Meran (German) / Merano (Italian) is probably best known as a spa in Trentino-Südtirol, Italy.
It is the second biggest city of the province (after Bozen) and located inside a basin, surrounded by mountains (1500-3335 m), at the entrance to the Passeiertal-Val Passiria, the Vinschgau and the Ultental valleys.
When Friedrich IV moved the court to Innsbruck in 1420, Meran quickly lost its predominant position and its importance as an economic hub.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Meran-Merano   (270 words)

  
 Child molester 'like an uncle'   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Meran that he will probably be sent to prison for seven to eight years, followed by probation for seven years.
Meran pulled the second-grader under the water and exposed himself to her, Mr.
Meran brought the child into a bedroom and tried to have sex with her, he said.
www.eagletribune.com /news/stories/20010419/LN_004.htm   (300 words)

  
 VALLEY OF MERAN.--IN THE TYROL.
In seeking for the cause of this regular and constant movement, he found that a cord was fastened to the cradle,--that this cord went through a hole in the wall of the cottage, and was carried to a shaft which was set in motion by a wheel that was turned by a little streamlet.
This is an object of great veneration to the peasants, who never approach it but with uncovered heads,--who consider it as the palladium of their nationality and independence,--and who regard its desecration by the French and Bavarians, during the last war, as one of the most intolerable of the evils of foreign conquest.
All through the valley of Meran, in addition to the many beautiful species which grow wild, flowers are diligently cultivated, and most of the peasants' houses have pots or boxes of blooming pinks and carnations on their window-soles.
www.history.rochester.edu /pennymag/211/valley.htm   (1190 words)

  
 Convention Bureau Südtirol Merano/Meran
The renowned conference and spa town of Meran is like a Mediterranean atoll in the heart of the Alps set in a burgrave district redolent with history.
The thermal springs of Meran which are so rich in tradition are currently resplendent in new glory.
Meran’s hotels look back on a long tradition and show an impressive variety ranging from luxurious, feudal suites in medieval castles or sumptuous palaces to simple rooms in family-owned guesthouses.
www.convention.bz.it /suedtirol/kongressstaedte/meran_en.html   (193 words)

  
 Testimony   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Several of Meran's uncles were Peshmergas, or guerilla resistance soldiers against Saddam's regime.
Meran's mother and father were with his family when they first left for the mountains for safety.
In January 2003, Meran was recruited by a DoD contractor as a translator/interpreter for the U.S. Army.
trishymouse.net /circles.html   (623 words)

  
 MERAN - Online Information article about MERAN   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
In 1900 Meran had 9284 inhabitants (or, with the neighbouring villages of Untermais and Obermais, 13,201), mainly See also:
Meran proper consists mainly of one See also:
Meran is best known as a much-frequented resort for consumptive patients, for whom it is well suited by See also:
encyclopedia.jrank.org /MEC_MIC/MERAN.html   (562 words)

  
 Encyclopedia: Agnes of Meran
Agnes Maria of Andechs-Meran (died 1201), queen of France, was the daughter of Bertold IV (died 1251), who was independent Count of Andechs, a castle and territory near Ammersee, Bavaria and from 1183 Duke of Meran in Tirol, which has derived its name from his castle Tyrol, above the valley of Meran.
Saint Hedwig of Andechs (1174 - October 1243) was born in Castle Andechs, Bavaria, the daughter of Berthold III, count of Tirol and prince of Carinthia and Istria (Andechs-Meran), and his wife Agnes.
Gertrude of Meran was the first wife of András II, king of Hungary.
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Agnes-of-Meran   (808 words)

  
 Meran Hotels - Hotel Accommodation in Meran | Trentino-Alto Adige Italy
It is situated right in the heart of the residence area of Merano.
Welcome to the Minotel Westend in Merano (Hotel is 0.1 miles from Meran - in the town of Merano) (3 Star)
With a great range of budget to luxury hotels in Meran, with many reviews and thousands of visitors per day, you can be sure to enjoy your Trentino-Alto Adige visit.
www.simplehotels.com /en/it/meran   (204 words)

  
 .: Shopping in the spa town Meran in South Tyrol :.
Every Tuesday and Friday a market is held in Meinhardstaße, Thursdays and Saturdays in Bozen at Matteottiplatz or Friedensplatz, Saturdays in Naturns at the Bürger- or Rathaushof.
With its steep roof and the relief coats of arms of Austria, Tyrol and Meran it is without doubt the most beautiful gate.
Meran’s old city centre is dominated by the long Laubengasse and the parish church of St. Nicholas.
www.meran.info /meran_arcades_shopping.html   (409 words)

  
 Holidays Meran/Merano italien.com - The webguide for your holidays in Italy - Meran/Merano Holidays
This famous landmark of the „garden town“ Meran is one of the most beautiful high promenades in Europe.
Meran in bloom – a must in the Meran area is a visit to the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle.
Meran/Merano - Meran and surroundings - Merano is famous for its Terme di Merano, a complex of therapeutic baths and treatments.
www.meran.italien.com /meran_en.html   (1198 words)

  
 Holiday on the Sittnerhof Farm in Meran - South-Tyrol - Italy
The area around Meran is ideal for gentle walking as well as hiking and more serious mountain walking.
Meran is well known cultural centre with links to Music and Art.
In more recent times, the finding of „Ötzi“, the 3000 year old Iceman was made 20 km west of Meran and his final resting place in the Museum of Bozen is just 26 km to the east.
www.bauernhofurlaub.it /seiten/start_en.htm   (251 words)

  
 Hotel Meran
The Meran Hotel was built in the years 1895 - 1906 by the Hájek family on a narrow building site originally considered unsuitable for a hotel structure.
Nowadays provides hotel Meran accommodation in 20 modern and fully equipped rooms, all with corresponding facilities, featuring bathroom with shower or bath, hairdryer, WC, remots control colour TV with satellite and national channels, direct dial telephones.
Fitness room (re-opens mid Jan, 2002 after renovation), three outdoor putting greens, massage available by appointment, and an18-hole golf course, outdoor swimming pool, jogging path and ice skating rink are nearby.
www.prague-hotels.ws /meran   (318 words)

  
 Welcome to Hotel Garni Aster | Meran | South Tyrol   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Turn off to the right and drive a little more than a mile in direction Meran until you reach the turn to Schenna (country road no. 8).
If you inform us about your arrival time, we will be more than happy to pick you up from the station.
You will find this in every corner: whether you listen to the sounds of the well-known string orchestra in the beautiful casino, whether you stroll through the picturesque streets of the old town, whether you dive into the night life or whether you enjoy one of the most beautiful racetracks in the world.
www.hotelaster.com /en/lage   (337 words)

  
 Meran, Italy Cheap Hotels Motels - hotel and motel rooms and reservations available in Meran, Italy
Meran, Italy is a great place to stay in a hotel or rent a car.
Whether you're traveling for a family vacation or a corporate business trip our Meran, Italy travel information will help you find a hotel that matches your needs and offers you the lowest rates available on the internet.
Click on a hotel or motel name from the list of hotels and motels available in Meran, Italy to find hotel and motel reservations that are available at this location.
www.eztrip.com /Meran/MERAN_IT_INTL.html   (364 words)

  
 Area - gallorosso.it   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Nestlings amongst vineyards and orchards is the spa town of Meran — a town that has been welcoming tourists for 170 years.
The climate is mild enough to allow cypresses and palm treest to grow — a reason for the continued popularity of Meran and its surroundings with guests.
Meran - Dorf Tirol - Algund - Districts
www.gallorosso.it /en/agriturism/area/28.html   (228 words)

  
 Hotel Meran ***, Prague, Czech Republic
During the Nazi occupation in Word War II, the hotel was a German property under the name of the LUNA Hotel.
The war ended, the property was restituted to the Hájek family with its original name of the MERAN HOTEL.
Nationalized in 1954, the Meran Hotel under its name disappeared, merged with the Evropa Hotel.
www.abaka.com /Czech/Meran/gallery.html   (279 words)

  
 Tourist Association Meran Tirol Algund | Sport and Activities | On the ground - Sport and Activities - on the ground   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The surroundings of Meran, Dorf Tirol and Algund and the adjoining valleys offer a wealth of beautiful walks, interesting excursions and possibililties for leisure activities of every kind.
Whether on foot or by bicycle, whether skiing in the winter or playing golf in the summer, we wish you a great time and richly rewarding experiences discovering the Burggrafenamt holiday paradise.
In Meran bicycles can be borrowed free of charge from the beginning of May to the end of September at the Meran railway station and in the Galiliei Strasse (near the way up to the Tappeiner Promenade).
www.meran-tirol-algund.com /sportaktivitaeten_boden.php?sys[lang]=en   (455 words)

  
 Gambit Publications Limited - The Meran System   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The Meran is an opening rich in both strategy and tactics, making it ideal for players seeking to win with either colour.
It occupies an important place in the repertoires of many of the world's top players, with Anand, Kramnik, Kasparov and Karpov regularly taking one side or the other.
The book provides the most detailed coverage to date of the Meran, together with several related variations, and the various Anti-Meran options available to White.
www.badbishop.com /gambit/books/meran.html   (264 words)

  
 Hotel Aster Meran Meran, _   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Get informed about your hotel in Meran _ before you book.
Hotel Garni Aster is a little hotel built in the 70's and remodeled in 2002/2003.
It is situated in the quiet residential area of Meran and only one mile from the center of the well known spa town.
www.traveltoday.com /rates/Meran/_/Italy/58284   (100 words)

  
 Peter Bijoux - Modeschmuck Online Shop - Modeschmuck Italien - Modeschmuck Südtirol - Modeschmuck Meran
So for Franz Peter and his mother, Apollonia Peter née Mürling, the emigration to the town Meran in the far west of the Austrian Empire was a new beginning.
In the aspiring health resort Meran, becoming the most important tourism centre in the south-west of the Austrian-Hungarian Monarchy, photographs became highly esteemed.
The exhibition was shown in the Meran Pavillon des Fleurs and the localities of the “foto-forum” in Bozen, a catalogue was published in the Raetia Photographica series.
www.peterbijoux.com /tradition.phtml?set_lang=en   (732 words)

  
 The Meran
The Meran Variation is an extremely dynamic opening, and its no coincidence that it belongs to the opening repertoire of geniuses such as Kasparov, Kramnik, Anand and Shirov.
The lines arising after 1 d4 d5 2 c4 c6 3 Nc3 Nf6 4 Nf3 e6 5 e3 Nbd7 6 Bd3 dxc4 7 Bxc4 b5 often are of a very sharp nature, and Black's good possibilities for active counter-play make this choice a popular weapon on all chess levels.
Dreev himself has provided comments on 116 encounters and another 41 are explained by German grandmaster Christopher Lutz, also a top expert on the Meran.
www.chessoutpost.com /the_meran.htm   (214 words)

  
 Hotel Meran Prague - Accommodation in Prague hotels, hostels, pensions, apartments with Special Offers. Hotels in ...
The Meran Hotel was built between the years 1895 - 1906 by the Hajek family on a narrow strip of land originally considered unsuitable for a hotel.
When the war ended, the property was returned to the Hajek family along with its original name of the meran Meran Hotel.
The Meran Hotel was returned to the hajek family after the 1989 'Velvet revolution'.
www.pragueholiday.cz /meran.php   (766 words)

  
 Electronic T-Notes June 17, 2001 (New ChessBase CDs)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
However, studying the Meran you will also notice that many topical positions are characterized as "complicated", "unclear", "double-edged" or "sharp".
On the other hand, the Meran also holds many options for White as for Black to fight in a calmer, positional style - in any case, it has the reputation of being a solid opening.
The Meran Variation is a Black response to 1.d4 (part of the Semi-Slav family) that has some characteristics in common with the Caro, so it stands to reason that the Meran is also far from "boring".
www.chessbaseusa.com /T-NOTES/061701.htm   (1526 words)

  
 AGNES OF MERAN - LoveToKnow Article on AGNES OF MERAN   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
AGNES OF MERAN - LoveToKnow Article on AGNES OF MERAN
1201), queen of France, was the daughter of Bertold IV., duke of Meran in Tirol.
To properly cite this AGNES OF MERAN article in your work, copy the complete reference below:
www.1911encyclopedia.org /A/AG/AGNES_OF_MERAN.htm   (224 words)

  
 Chess21 - Shop - Product - Meran Variation (D47-D49)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The Meran Variation is an extremely dynamic opening, and its no coincidence that it belongs to the opening repertoire of geniusses such as Kasparov, Kramnik, Anand and Shirov.
The lines arising after 1 d4 d5 2 c4 c6 3 Nc3 Nf6 4 Nf3 e6 5 e3 Nbd7 6 Bd3 dxc4 7 Bxc4 b5 often are of a very sharp nature, and Black's good possibilities for active counterplay make this choice a popular weapon on all chess levels.
The former youth world champion and manyfold candidate for the world championship has compiled well over 930 games, 35 of which saw himself at the board.
www.chess21.com /shop/product.asp?iID=383   (208 words)

  
 Meran hotels - discount & cheap hotels in Meran.
Meran hotels - discount & cheap hotels in Meran.
We have brought together the very best hotels throughout Meran at the most competitive rates.
By constantly updating our hotel listing for Meran, we are able to ensure that you get the very best price no matter what type of trip or vacation you are making.
www.calle.com /world/IT/meran-hotels.html   (235 words)

  
 Meran Hôtels - Hôtel Logement à Meran | Trentino-Alto Adige Italie
Meran Hôtels - Hôtel Logement à Meran
(Hotel is 1.1 miles from Meran - in the town of Merano) (4 Étoile)
Welcome to the Minotel Westend in Merano (Hotel is 0.1 miles from Meran - in the town of Merano) (3 Étoile)
www.simplehotels.com /fr/it/meran   (213 words)

  
 .: SPA town Meran - embedded in the beautiful “Meranerland” in Southy Tyrol:.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
.: SPA town Meran - embedded in the beautiful “Meranerland” in Southy Tyrol:.
The picture shows Meran’s Rennweg, which is, together with the arcades, Meran’s pulsating centre.
It is often called “Burggrafenamt”, literally translated “department of the count of the castle”, because the spa town and its surroundings have the highest density of mighty and splendid castles throughout Europe.
www.meran.info /meranerland_en.html   (195 words)

  
 .: Culture in the spa town Meran - museums in Meran and its surroundings :.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
.: Culture in the spa town Meran - museums in Meran and its surroundings :.
The picture shows the entrance to the town museum at Meran’s Rennweg.
For people who are interested in museums and castles: get to know more about our traditions and customs, about the culture and history of South Tyrol.
www.meran.info /meran_museum_cultur.html   (414 words)

  
 Hotel Innerhofer Schenna Panorama look over Merano Scena South Tyrol Vacation   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
At Meran Süd please follow the signposts to SCHENNA.
The closest railway station is at Meran (about 5 km away from Schenna).
From there a regular bus service to Schenna is provided (buses are running every 20 minutes).
www.innerhofer.ws /english/lage.asp   (171 words)

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