From the rolling greens of Scotland to
the beautiful ancient ruins of Greece, there are a variety of
interesting places to visit in Europe. Take a trip to Europe and your
most difficult decision is going to be which places to visit during your
vacation. Some of the major cities on this diverse continent include
London, Paris, Venice, Rome, Madrid, and Frankfurt.
Since there are so many interesting
places to visit in Europe, you may need a bit of help deciding where to
go. The following are 10 of the best places to visit for a great time.
Eiffel Tower
It’s known as one of the most famous
landmarks in the world, there is no structure that has ever been built
like the Eiffel Tower. The tower is 984 feet high and one of the tallest
buildings in the world. The view of Paris from the tower is a
definitely must see if you are in Europe.
Acropolis
If you are interested in history, one
historical site in Europe that you won’t want to miss is the Acropolis.
Located in Athens, you’ll see sites such as the Parthenon, sites built
as far back as the 5th Century BC. Not only will you get to have a close
up look at all these ancient buildings and ruins, but you’ll also get a
great view of the city of Athens from here as well.
The Roman Coliseum
Another of the many interesting places
to visit in Europe is the Roman Coliseum. This grand site was originally
a huge amphitheater that could seat more than 50,000 people. With
amazing ancient architecture, even in disrepair, this is a magnificent
site that you definitely have to see.
Tower Bridge
Since 1894, this beautifully designed
bridge has been standing over the River Thames in the city of London.
From the bridge’s beautiful walkways you can see some breathtaking views
of London. You can also visit the engine rooms containing the steam
engines that power the bridge. Whether you go in the day or at night,
this is a breathtaking must-see.
Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle is another of the most
interesting places to visit in Europe. It is over 1,000 years old and
once you see this magnificent castle you’ll soon understand why more
than a million people visit it each year. You can tour the castle, enjoy
the views and visit the surrounding gardens as well.
Buckingham Palace
Since 1837 Buckingham Palace has been
the residence of British royalty, and what would a trip to Europe be
without taking the time to see the home of the Queen of England. If you
visit during August or September you’ll even be able to see inside the
State Rooms of Buckingham Palace.
Big Ben
The world’s largest turret clock tower,
Big Ben is one of the best known landmarks in London and definitely one
of the most interesting places to visit in Europe. Although it is not
open for public tours, it looks spectacular, especially at night when it
is all lit up.
La Sagrada Familia
While in Europe, another must see is the
unfinished church La Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, Spain, designed and
worked on by the famous architect Antoni Gaudi. Unfortunately, he died
before the structure was completed. With amazingly designed towers and
innovative architecture, however, this is an excellent place to visit
while in Europe.
Cathedral Notre-Dame
No visit to France is complete without
stopping by the Cathedral Notre-Dame. History buffs will enjoy the rich
history of this attraction while art lovers will enjoy the beautiful
statues, columns and windows.
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