subject: Snag Deluxe Winter Vacations To Europe And Find Out About Prominent Places To Hang Out And Festivals [print this page] European Vacations to Exciting Prague European Vacations to Exciting Prague
Prague is a great start to your Eastern European vacations!Go clubbing and experience bar-top stripping and extreme drinking. The Czechs locally produced beers are considered a national treasure. Gambrinus is a popular label, but it is not considered the best. That distinction was given to Kozel's Medium when it was named the Best Czech Beer by the Research Institute of Brewing & Malting Awards. Locals, though, will tell you Pilsner Urquell is the best they attribute it to the water quality in the city, which does make a difference in the brewing. Remember to also set aside a day or two from your clubbing to visit the sites in Prague. The astronomical clock in the town square has been in existence since 1490. Every hour between 8 in the morning and 8 in the evening, wooden images of the Apostles emerge from the clock's trap doors, while four figures representing Greed, Vanity, Death and the Turk are set in motion. Try to figure out the zodiac signs on the complex clock dial while you wait for the hourly show to start.
Discover the Hidden Gems of London on European Vacations
London is a popular destination city for tourists traveling on European vacations. Even non-Catholics will appreciate St. Paul's Cathedral, a famous London icon designed by Sir Christopher Wren that was built in 1708. Guests are always in awe of the beautiful mosaics on the walls. On to the London financial district, you will be able to see the Bank of England and the Mansion House where the Lord Mayor resides. Of course, the Tower of London is a must-see, too. This medieval fortress is almost 1,000 years old; in old times it used to be a prison, a mint, a zoo, and a royal palace. A selection from the Crown Jewels of the royal family is on display, including the Kohi-i-Noor and the Cullinan diamonds. You can take the Thames river cruise for a really enjoyable afternoon seeing an array of attractions from the water. As soon as you get off, travel along the river banks and take a ride on one of the gondolas of the London Eye, which used to be the highest Ferris wheel in the world at 135 meters.
European Vacations to Nice, France
Immerse yourself in art by visiting the museums of Nice on your European vacations. Aficionados of contemporary art will love the Muse dArt Moderne et dArt Contemporain and its large permanent collection of Pop Art and New Realism styles as well as those from the Nice School. Young local talents are given the opportunity to showcase their work at the Galerie Jean Renoir. Set on a quaint 17th century villa, the Muse Matisse features a mind-boggling number of personal effects, engravings, drawings and paintings to the delight of fans of this beloved artist. Challenge your senses at the Muse National Message Biblique Marc Chagall, where the strong biblical-themed paintings are a stark contrast to its bare structure that belies the color within. Another alternative to museums in Nice is the host of charming churches you can visit. French baroque religious architecture is a prominent influence on the Chapelle de la Misricorde while the Cathdrale Saint Nicolas is one of the most striking examples of Russian Orthodox architecture outside of Russia.
European Vacations to Moscow
The colorful history of Moscow will truly make your European vacations a memorable one. A witness during many important dates in history, the Moscow Kremlin is one of the biggest museums in the world. Its chambers and cathedrals display a wide array of state regalia from old Russia, valuable iconic pieces, and treasures accrued by Russian czars. Famous architect Pietro Antonio Solari built the Spasskaya Tower in 1491. Located at the main gate of the complex, the Spasskaya is one of the most beautiful towers in the Kremlin. At the Ivanovskaya Square of the Cathedral of Twelve Apostles is the Emperor Cannon. Cast by Andrey Shchokhov in 1586, the cannon is the oldest and largest in the world at 5 meters and 34 centimeters, with the barrels external diameter measuring 120 centimeters and the caliber 890 millimeters. It was made in Moscows Gun Court during the reign of Ivan the Terribles son, Fyodor. Dont forget to visit the Red Square, too!
