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European Tourist Destinations - Best Places to Visit in Europe

Albania



Albania is a unique state in the European continent. This humble country has given enough attention to its tourism sector that has enabled it be one of the major tourist destinations in the European continent. Albania has a lot to offer to its tourists including its diverse natural beauty, rocky and a bit sandy beaches, historical sites and interesting museums. 




Bulgaria


Bulgaria is small and elder place with adventurous spirit and extraordinary beauty. This country provides nature, space and a richness of flora and fauna. Most visitors are struck by the natural beauty of Bulgaria, tourists can enjoy on the long hot summers and snowy winters, therefore this tourist destination is ideal combination for beach, outdoor life and winter skiing. It is also intriguing experience for those who enjoy cultural and historical monuments and want to taste the unique folklore.



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Croatia


Croatia is one of the most attractive travel destinations in the Balkans. It is a place with an amazing natural beauty, lots of historical and cultural monuments and beautiful beaches. A very popular and beautiful tourist destination in Croatia is the national park Plitvice. It is Croatia’s oldest and best known national park. The 20 acres of land house 16 enchanting lakes linked to one another by spectacular waterfalls and cascades. The park is located between two mountains, Mala Capela and Pljesivica, which protect the park’s land from the very warm weather of the coast just 50 kilometers away. Thus, the temperature in the park is an average 24 degrees Celsius, with a maximum of 36 degrees, which is considerably cooler than the summer temperatures on the coast.




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Denmark


When talking about Scandinavia, you should mention Denmark, among Sweden and Norway. Amazing country, with Copenhagen one of the most livable cities, as a capital, proud with its Tivoli Gardens, and many other elegant palaces. Denmark is a country with many industrial changes. The Danes are her best attraction, proud for their language, their skills as craftsmen and builders. Every tourist will be glad to see those happy Danish faces, whether they do a performance on the streets, or just see how excited they are when showing this to a tourist.




Finland


In the North of the Old Lady Continent is existing one of the most attractively snowy countries, Finland which is at the same time the greatest centre of the white tourism. Disposing of the most gorgeous sparkling lakes and wide forests Finland attracts a huge number of visitors who enjoy the natural beauty of the outdoor winter activities such as hiking, skiing and fishing. The enigmatically mystery of the country is represented by the many cultural and architectural enticements as a very important part of its modern description.




France


France is a famous country widely known for its exotic culture, beautiful architectural buildings, and friendly people. The capital of France is one of the greatest city in the world, Paris. It has lots to offer in tourism since it is blessed with magnificent landscape features and lively beaches. France was one of the powerful colonial nations in the colonial times. As a result, it has many regions in the world that are established as territories of France. The territories are French Guiana, Guadeloupe, Martinique, Mayotte and French Polynesia among others whose attractions contribute to the tourism adventures of France. There are many excursions around France but the best way is if you do a tour around France by yourself.



Germany


The Germany state is famous for its rich culture, highly modernized facilities and a long interesting history of its past. Germany has contributed scientifically in changing the way of living of the whole planet. Some of the renowned scientists come from this country. Besides, German language is embraced in many parts of the world hence making the country one of the most popular countries in this continent.



Greece


Being a popular legendary, historic, peaceful and naturally attractive nation, Greece is a destination you can never miss in your next holidays. Greece is one of the majestic, stable countries of Europe, bordering Albania, Turkey, Bulgaria and the Republic of Macedonia. It is a place where many tourist from all around the world are coming to spend a holiday on an exotic place which offers something for everyone. If you are looking a luxury holiday, you are in the right place. If you are traveling on a budget, Greece is the perfect destination for you too.


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Iceland


Iceland has amazing natural features waiting to be seen, historic sites to be witnessed, wildlife species to be personally discovered and a beautiful culture emphasized on all kinds of creative artistry. Iceland is a famous birth place for artists and awarded snow-based environment films held in the island. Surely, you can never miss all these joy while living and touring this amazing snow-white island.




Israel


There are many reasons to visit Israel and enjoy your holidays. Israel is an important historic city to Christians all over the world since it is a Biblical location where the Christian faith was nurtured. With a long history of events that happened still in the same land, Israel has the largest population of museums globally. Israel’s coastal towns are lively and the beaches are super fun with many water sports taking place at the Mediterranean Sea coast. Israel has thousands of accommodation facilities for its tourists so they can enjoy their stay in Israel.




Italy

Traveling to Italy can be a pleasant and unforgettable experience, filled with memories of its great tourist attractions, each corner of this beautiful country will take you back in time to ancient times and you will recognize its great development till nowadays. Italy offers top touristic destinations such as: Rome, the capital city known as the eternal city, Verona, an imposing city setting of the drama "Romeo and Juliet", Venice, the romantic city built under water, Florence and its artistic productions and fashion, and Milan, the most fashionable city in Italy. 



Monaco


Monaco is a beautiful country located in Western Europe and borders France and the Mediterranean Sea. It is blessed with various natural features, spectacular lively beaches and many historic sites that are important heritage sites. Monaco’s capital city is Monaco-Ville where the palace of the Prince of Monaco lies. That has well laid and advanced infrastructural facilities and a thriving tourism sector that the Monaco government has largely supported. French is mostly spoken alongside Italian and English by foreign residents living in the country.





Norway


Norway is a country located near the ice territory of the Arctic Circle or the North Pole of planet earth. Norway is situated at the northern part of the European continent, on the western side of the Scandinavian Peninsula. Norway’s capital is Oslo which has an efficient and effective international airport where international visitors can travel to and alight so as to set off for the spectacular adventures of popular Norway. Norway has been an active nation when it deals with its economic sector and public relations with other foreign nations. Norway has lots to offer in its tourism sector. There are many natural attraction sites, fun activities and historic sites that wait to be seen by the tourists, and the tour around the sites is a memorable one.





Portugal


Portugal is a living ancient nation that has existed for over eight centuries now and still thriving today as one of the economically powerful nations and best tourist destinations in Europe and worldwide. Portugal is a state located at the southern part of Europe bordering yet another long living nation of Spain. Portugal has starred several attractions sites within it including its several historic sites. Portugal’s whole landscape can be classified into three parts namely the Continental Portugal in the mainland continent of Europe and the Azore Island and Madeira Islands that contribute largely to the successful tourism sector of Portugal.




Republic of Macedonia


Country that is situated in the southern Europe, Macedonia is a small but very beautiful country that lies in the lap of the peninsula called Balkan. Its neighboring countries are the Serbia in the northern region, Albania in the western, Greece in the southern and Bulgaria in the eastern region. Macedonia has a total area of 25,713 km2 (9,928 sq mi), it lies between latitudes 40° and 43° N, and mostly between longitudes 20° and 23° E (a small area lies east of 23°). While traveling around the country you can visit the places that bear the historical significance of the country, some beautiful churches, monasteries and mosques are worth for visiting. Skopje the capital of Macedonia attracts most of the visitors offering a great variety of things to see and do. This European country is a member of the United Nations, Council of Europe, an associate member of La Francophonie, World Trade Organization, the OSCE, a candidate for EU membership and is a NATO member.




Spain

Spain is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. It is well known by its famous cities, beaches, mountain resorts, top star hotels and many other tourist attractions.  It is a fascinating country to know and to know more about it. "Spain is different!", Spaniards use to say. They don't specify compared to what: to the rest of Europe, to the rest of the world, or even to itself. Widely known for Flamenco music and dance, bull-fights, fantastic beaches and lots of sunshine, Spain has to offer much more than that. It is - and has been for thousands of years - one of the cultural centers of Europe. It has beautiful cities and towns, offering really old monuments as well as futuristic architecture. Its various regions are all different one to each other, geographically, climatically and even in personality.



Sweden


Sweden is a beautiful Nordic country located at the northern part of the European continent. Sweden borders some of the popular European states like Norway and Finland. Sweden offers a lot in its tourism sector ranging from its natural beauty, historic sites and nice beaches. Its hospitality is highly regarded with top notch hotels and accommodation facilities. The capital city of Sweden is Stockholm, where all its authoritative, administrative activities are managed.





Switzerland



Switzerland is a landlocked country in Central Europe. It borders France to the west and Italy to the south. Switzerland is a famous destination in the global tourism sector especially for its high quality hospitality services, its outstanding natural beauty and its historic heritage sites. Whether it is the summer season or the winter season, Switzerland has everything that its visitors need to enjoy their stay in this beautiful European country. Switzerland can be accessed by international airline from states outside the European continent by arriving into any of the international airports in Zurich, Geneva and Basel cities of Switzerland. Trains also arrive from all parts of Europe.


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The Canary Island


The Canary Islands is one of the major tourist destinations in the Atlantic Ocean region. Canary Islands are in the Atlantic Ocean near the West coast of the African Continent and specifically bordering Morocco state to the east. Canary Islands are a territory of Spain hence it is a Spanish speaking nation.


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Turkey

Turkey is on popular powerful state lying in the western part of the Asian continent and some of its western most territory occupies a part of the southern area of the European continent. Turkey is a modernized country with its large capital city at Ankara. The whole state speaks Turkish language. Turkey boasts in the tourism sector with splendid dynamic landscape scenery, lively and attractive sandy beaches and many historic landmarks that shines out its rich heritage. Turkey has an international airport called Ataturk International Airport that operates many international air flights. This airport is the major entry into the state.



Ukraine

Traveling to and from Ukraine you might consider using the Boryspil international Airport near Kiev which is the main transport hub in this country. The airport has connection to major cities in the world such as Rome, Prague, Milan, London, Frankfurt, Vienna and Munich. Train is another option when traveling to Ukraine. There are daily direct overnight trains from Prague, Budapest, Berlin, Vienna, Belgrade,Bucharest, Warszawa, and Sofia to Kiev and Lvov. If you love the sea you can use the ferry services from Istanbul,Georgia and Varna to Odessa or Crimea.  


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