“Travelling- It leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller”
Europe is the second largest continent in the world and visiting it is no less than an adventure. The Continent is home to about 50 countries and travelling to any of them is educational, inspiring and lots of fun. The cities in Europe are very old and the buildings, monuments, palaces are there to prove it. Some of them date back to around 2000 years and they show the rich history and culture of the countries.
Other than the man-made marvels, the natural attractions are also there to astound us. The snow-Capped mountains of the Swiss Alps, the charm of the Italian coastline or the valleys of Scotland; Europe is filled with jaw-dropping views. No matter where you choose to go, you would never be disappointed in Europe and enjoy a memorable experience like no other.
Here are our top 5 cities of the continent that you need to add to your bucket list today:
1. Paris, France
Paris is known as one of the most romantic cities on Earth, and thanks to the magnificent Eiffel Tower, we don’t deny it. It attracts thousands of vacationers and honeymooners all year round. Apart from the tower, Paris is also famous for its food, fashion and galleries. Louvre, one of the most famous museums in the world, showcases works such as Mona Lisa, the famous painting by Leonardo da Vinci, and many other masterpieces.
2. Venice, Italy
Venice is an Italian city one must visit at least once in their lives. Built on 118 islands in a lagoon, the old town was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987. With its canals, bridges and palaces, it comes as no surprise that it is one of the world’s most visited travel destination. Riding a gondola, climbing the Campanile di San Marco or viewing the city from the Bridge of Sighs, there are a lot of activities in Venice that would make you fall in love with the city.
3. Barcelona, Spain
Many football fans might have Barcelona on their bucket list already. However, the city has a lot more than the popular club FC Barcelona to offer to its visitors. There is the colourful and vibrant street of Las Rambla, which is one the longest and most famous main streets in Europe. It is full of trees, shops, cafes and flower stalls. Barcelona also offers beach and mountains at the same time; you could go mountain hiking or end up swimming on the beaches.
4. Lisbon, Portugal
You can get another authentic European experience in the city of Lisbon, the capital of Portugal. Lisbon is armed with Gothic grit and glamour as well as a captivating scene of seven hillsides overlooking alleyways, ancient ruins and white-domed cathedrals. Other than the panoramic views, dining in Lisbon is even more dynamic. The famous Portuguese dish Bacalhau à Brás (made of shredded cod with onions, eggs and potatoes) rules the kitchens of the city along with seafood (tuna, shrimp, sardines, clams).
Conclusion
There are so many epic places in Europe that we can talk about them all
day and creating a bucket list is a great way to accomplish your travelling
goals. By writing them down, you can make sure you visit these cities one day
and create a whole bunch of amazing memories.
Related Posts
