subject: Locate Special Winter Vacations To Europe And Research On Unique Tourist Attractions And Things To D [print this page] Admire Beautiful Budapest on European Vacations
An important city to visit on European vacations is Budapest. From its communist roots, Budapest from 1989 onwards has flourished to become tourist-friendly. Go outside your hotel, identify The Citadel, high on the Buda side of the river opposite, of course, the Pest side and make it your reference point during your wanderings. Up there, you will get romantic views of the city. You can also visit the cannon-ball-pocked fort from the 19th century and the Liberation Monument on Gellrt Hill, an inspirational structure in memory of the Soviet liberation of Hungary from Nazi forces during the Second World War. In Budas Castle District is where you can visit the Hungarian National Gallery, the Mathias Church that was formerly reserved for marriages of royal couples and is now open to all, and the Fishermans Bastion, a fairy-tale setting where couples marry and take memorable wedding photos on the Lookout Terrace. As your day winds down, sign up for a Danube cruise at sunset for the perfect ending to your Budapest adventure.
Learn About Ancient Greece on European Vacations
Take a trip back to the old times by including a tour to ancient Greece on your European vacations. Spot the Hadrians Arch at the center of Athens -- this impressive structure covers an ancient road leading to the Acropolis and a complex of important structures on the east side of the city. The Temple of Olympian Zeus once stood on this development, built to honor the Roman Emperor Hadrian when he arrived at the city for his many significant contributions to Athens. Continue your journey through the fertile plains of Boeotia and drive to Delphi. The center of the ancient world, it is located along the slopes of the imposing Mount Parnassus. Here you will be able to view the ruins of the Sanctuary of Apollo Pythios and the Temple of Apollo. Marvel at the wealth of the ancient times with a visit to the Treasury of the Athenians. Go to the museum it features ancient Greek masterpieces, including the famous bronze Charioteer.
European Vacations to Lovely Paris
The City of Light is an excellent starting point for your European vacations. The Eiffel Tower, in its time considered a monstrosity, is now probably the most famous of all its landmarks, but it is by no means the only one. Nearby, in the center of Place Charles de Gaulle, visit the Arc de Triomphe, built in honor of those who fought for France, in particular during the Napoleonic Wars. Travel eastward and stop at the Champs-lyses where many visitors shop. Museum lovers will no doubt enjoy the city as well. A city icon, the Louvre Palace showcases nearly 35,000 pieces dating from prehistory up until the 19th century sprawled over an area covering 60,600 square meters. Down at the old railway station of Gare dOrsay is the massive Muse dOrsay and its huge collection of French art -- culptures, paintings, photographic material, and furniture -- covering the period between 1848 and 1915. Numerous impressionist and post-impressionist masterpieces by Manet, Monet, Degas, Czanne, Renoir and Van Gogh are on display. If youre in town to relax, choose a caf, order a baguette, and watch the epitome of sophistication pass by.
European Vacations to Medieval Stockholm
Since over three quarters of a millennium ago, when Stockholm was born, there has been a settlement in Gamla Stan the Old City. Beginning way back 1252, pillaging raids proliferated the winding medieval alleys, the town squares, the old churches, and the Royal Palace. Those horse-drawn carriages have been replaced today by ubiquitous bus tours carrying visiting tourists from all over the world. For a more relaxing tour of the city, try to avoid the main boulevards and stick to exploring the quaint side streets during your European vacations. Be amazed at how far Sweden has gone by taking a peek at City Hall, locally known as Stadshuset. It is Stockholms most prominent landmark that hosts some of the worlds most respected individuals at its annual Nobel Prize banquet. A 10,000-pipe organ, the stunning Golden Hall which depicts Swedish history through 18 million pieces of gold leaf on wall mosaics, and the Council Chamber resembling an open roof of a Viking longhouse are among the must-see attractions in the city.
