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Eiffel Tower   Paris

Eiffel Tower, Paris

 1075 Reviews  The Eiffel Tower (French: la Tour Eiffel) is a monument in Paris and one of the most visited attractions in France. He stands on the left bank of the Seine in the 7th arrondissement of Paris. The... 

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Buckingham Palace.   London

Buckingham Palace., London

 490 Reviews  I've been there so many years ago, when everything was "great", "beautiful", "amazing"... and this was all I could say unfortunately :( I remember that I've been spending long minutes in front of that... 

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Colosseum   Rome

Colosseum, Rome

 630 Reviews  When visiting Rome its a must to go to the Colosseum. I can recall many times seeing it on tv and always saying it would be so cool to go and actually be there and touch it. Im somewhat of a history... 

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Parc Guell   Barcelona

Parc Guell, Barcelona

 429 Reviews  Gaudi was employed by Guell, a wealthy businessman to design this park as part of a new garden suburb on the hill described as 'the treeless mountain.' And what a stunning creation. The park has... 

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Churches   Venice

Churches, Venice

 403 Reviews  This lovely little church filled with the heavy smell of incense is to be found just a few steps from the San Polo end of the famous Ponte Rialto. Allegedly, the first church to stand on this site... 

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Schönbrunn   Vienna

Schönbrunn, Vienna

 355 Reviews  Take the whole day to visit this palace. It is big and has lots of things to explore. The Habsburgs really knew how to leave with style. A magnificent and imponent summer residence. Diferent kind of... 

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Checkpoint Charlie   Berlin

Checkpoint Charlie, Berlin

 187 Reviews  BERLIN ..I , like most who visit Berlin took a visit to Check point Charlie!!. I know it's the real touristy thing to do but I was very interested to see this site from the military point of view..... 

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Kilmainham Jail   Dublin

Kilmainham Jail, Dublin

 70 Reviews  The tour of this gaol and its museum was the highlight of our trip to Dublin. Fascinating insight to the more recent Irish history and the struggles for independence. Our tour guide was fantastic -... 

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Charles Bridge   Prague

Charles Bridge, Prague

 548 Reviews  Probably Prague's most famous landmark, its construction started in 1357. It has several statues along its sides. None are original but they are still interesting. There are numerous artists and... 

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Buda Castle (Budavar)   Budapest

Buda Castle (Budavar), Budapest

 329 Reviews  The Buda Castle in Budapest I. one part of town known as the Castle district. Since 1987, the UNESCO World Heritage List under the name Castle Hill is included. With a number of medieval monuments,... 

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Plaza Mayor   Madrid

Plaza Mayor, Madrid

 173 Reviews  we were in Plaza Mayor just at around 10 am when we noticed a small group milling around 2 young men and a woman. we found out that they were volunteer guides who do not charge a rate, but you may... 

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Grand' Place & guild houses   Brussels

Grand' Place & guild houses, Brussels

 427 Reviews   Grote-Markt as this square is called in flamandian, is the greatest square of Bruxelles. At the origin of the city there was a bottom market which was the center of activity of a developing small... 

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Tivoli   Copenhagen

Tivoli, Copenhagen

 175 Reviews  I didn't enter the Tivoli gardens. After reading review after review saying that it wasn't worth the money, I turned back after seeing the prices. Because not only do you have to pay almost 13 euros... 

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Il Duomo - Santa Maria del Fiore   Florence

Il Duomo - Santa Maria del Fiore, Florence

 331 Reviews   The Florence Cathedral is the centerpiece of the city and has been for centuries. Built with grand ideas, it sat dome-less for nearly 100 years. The builders were sure that someone in the future... 

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Dachau (Concentration Camp)   Munich

Dachau (Concentration Camp), Munich

 80 Reviews  "... so ich nicht nach Dachau komm." (Dear God, make me mute, so I don't get sent to Dachau). So went a common child's prayer during Nazi times. You dared not say anything remotely controversial,... 

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Belém   Lisbon

Belém, Lisbon

 326 Reviews  This building has become the symbol of Lisbon. It was built in 1515 as a fortress to guard the entrance to Lisbon's harbour. Many of the voyage of discoveries journeys left from here. The tower is... 

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Gamla Stan (The Old Town)   Stockholm

Gamla Stan (The Old Town), Stockholm

 251 Reviews  Sjöguden good time's sculpture is located on the wharf next to Räntmästartrappan in Old Town in Stockholm. A really unusual type of sculpture, not my style, but still interesting! The Sculptor, Carl... 

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Duomo   Milan

Duomo, Milan

 259 Reviews  If you're going to Milan right now just to see the facade of the Duomo, you are going to be disappointed as its currently being renovated. (Note - renovations now complete) Don't be discouraged... 

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Athens Acropolis   Athens

Athens Acropolis, Athens

 437 Reviews  The Temple of Erechtheum, built between 421 and 406 BC and possibly dedicated to the Greek hero, is not just another temple on the Acropolis; it is, in my opinion, the most beautiful of them all. The... 

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Red Square   Moscow

Red Square, Moscow

 293 Reviews  16th century Place of execution (Lobnoe mesto). Any gude will tell you that but do not trust this information, please, because it's a prevailing MISTAKE... No one person was executed on this... 

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Wawel Castle   Krakow

Wawel Castle, Krakow

 362 Reviews  Most likely the best know feature of Wawel Castle is its fire breathing dragon which sits below the castle walls along the edge of the Visla River and in front of its dragon CAVE. If you want to know... 

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Kauppatori (Market Square & Market Hall)   Helsinki

Kauppatori (Market Square & Market Hall), Helsinki

 82 Reviews  There was a Market on, great, I couldn't wait to have a look! I liked lots here, plenty of different things for sale, so different to "home!' Lots of very warm looking Furs, beautiful Capes, lots of... 

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Vigelandsparken   Oslo

Vigelandsparken, Oslo

 152 Reviews  The Vigeland Park is Oslo's largest park and it is home to more than 200 scuptures of the artist Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943). The sculptures illustrate all aspects of human life and emotions and... 

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Arthur's Seat   Edinburgh

Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh

 48 Reviews  If it's a nice day you might want to walk up to the top of Arthur's Seat (which I did on a previous visit two and a half years ago) to get some nice views of the city and the surrounding... 

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Museum: Steen, Het/National Maritime Museum   Antwerp

Museum: Steen, Het/National Maritime Museum, Antwerp

 77 Reviews  I must say Steen castle as it's known looks like a castle right out of a storybook... it now houses the Maritime Naval museum, unfortantely the day we were there it was closed.... but we were able to... 

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Berlin

by travelfrosch

Visiting a re-united Berlin is certainly an experience. Once again the capital of Germany, Berlin is an amazing combination of sights, sounds, and experiences. Stroll through the Brandenburg Gate, which once separated East and West Berlin. Check out a cafe on Unter den Linden. Get lost in the immense department store, Kaufhaus des Westens. Visit sobering historical sights at Checkpoint Charlie or the Holocaust Memorial. Cap it all off with nightlife unlike anywhere else in the world.One disadvantage: Berlin is a rather long distance from most of the German tourist destinations in the southern and western parts of the country. However, with the high-speed ICE trains, discount airlines, and overnight trains, there are a number of ways to get here that won't dent your budget.For more information, check out VT's Berlin Travel Guide.

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Stockholm

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One of the most pleasant cities in the world, Stockholm is actually situated on 14 islands. The water all around makes it a delightful place to stroll and explore. Sweden's capital also has an excellent public transport system which can whisk you just about anywhere in the city by subway ("T-Bana"), tram, bus or boat.When you come, you can visit the warship Vasa, wander around the island-park of Djurgården, enjoy the Skansen open-air folk museum, and take in the spectacle of the Changing of the Guard at the Royal Palace.The one disadvantage: accommodation is very expensive here. The good news: there are a number of money-saving options available to you, including excellent hostels. You can also take a luxurious overnight ferry to Helsinki, which allows you to explore and sleep more cheaply than you would in the city itself.For more information, you can take a look at my Stockholm page,...

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Rome

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The unquestioned capital of the Western world in its day, Rome has no shortage of magnificent historical sights from the Roman Empire, from the Colosseum to the Pantheon to the Roman Forum. The downside for some: modern Rome is an intense city, with lots of traffic, pickpockets, heat, con artists, noise, crowds, and apparent chaos. But with patience, common sense, and an open mind, travelers will find Rome one of the most rewarding destinations in Europe. For more information, you can take a look at my Rome page, or check out VT's Rome Travel Guide.

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Barcelona - The Bold and the Beautiful

by aussirose

Last destination on our big Europe holiday was Barcelona. Bet you are wondering why I called Barcelona the Bold and the Beautiful? Well you are going to have to click the link below to find out ;o)I would have to say that the tourist bus is the only way to see Barcelona as the city sprawls over a wide area and there are lots of interesting touristy things to do. The Gaudi architecture was my favourite and the buildings that we saw from the top deck of the tourist bus with nice ornate wrought iron trimmings were just lovely. The time spent here was just not long enough to do everything .... but what we did see really made hubby and I enthusiastic to come again.Barcelona

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EXPLORE THE SIDE STREETS

by travelgourmet

Travelling through Europe or settling in one village, town or city visiting only the major sites and tourist zones is cheating yourself of the wonderful world of Europe. Walk a neighborhood. Listen to the baby cry, the pots and pans being used, the delightful aroma's of local foods being prepared. The language being used in questions, anger and delight. The sounds of laughter and the rhythm of the music. Now you begin to be in tune with Europe.

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Valencia - My Favourite City in Spain

by aussirose

Valencia was a total surprise to us. Both hubby and I loved Valencia! This diverse city has so many things to see and experience from great food to old decorative buildings, to new amazing architecture, to a white sand beach, to a stunning lake to friendly locals. Sadly we just didn't allow enough time to check out this fabulous city!What made our trip extra special was vt'er Mahesh (MaheshSamtani) who took the time out from his busy job to pick us up and show us around. Without Mahesh we would not have experienced the best that Valencia has to offer.All I can suggest here is that you click the link below to check out the full story .... and I hope it helps to make up your mind to visit this beautiful Spanish city!Valencia

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Ronda - Majestic Bridge & Stunning Views

by aussirose

Hubby wanted to experience the South of Spain countryside as he had heard that it is a mixture of hills, greenery and arid type landscape. Hubby was looking forward to giving his flash camera gear a good work out :o)Well after doing some research on vt, I stumbled across this little village of Ronda on top of a mountain with a bridge that was some 100metres high that expanded across one side of the town to the other. Well we had to see that! :o)If you are travelling southern Spain, then you must stick this place on your itinery! We enjoyed our day immensely! And as you can imagine if you check out my Ronda page.... hubby's camera certainly got a real good working out! :o)Ronda - South Spain

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La Alhambra - Decorative Palace & Lovely Gardens

by aussirose

La Alhambra was one of the hilights for hubby on our big Europe trip as he studdied the gardens here in his Diploma of Garden Design. The use of gardens, running water and fountains in amongst ancient Arabic Architecture and tile work is what makes this place one of the largest tourist destinations in the world. So much so that thousands visit each day and you need to pre-book your tickets.I would certainly recommend that you visit here but I would have to say that I enjoyed the gardens of Monet and the Marjorelle Gardens in Marrakech better.La Alhambra

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Torremolinos - Popular Beach Village Sth Spain

by aussirose

Spain was hubby's choice in our Europe trip. Hubby wanted to see the Alhambra in South Spain so we based ourselves here in Torremolinos, hired a convertible car, primed the Tom Tom GPS and hit the road :o)Hubby was also looking forward to driving in southern Spain so when I suggested we hire a convertible car, hubby was as excited as a pig in poo!! :o)Torremolinos was nothing special to us. Coming from Australia we are pretty spoilt when it comes to beaches..... but we were quite happy with the place that we stayed in which was recommended by quite a few vt'ers who regularly stay here. I'm glad that we chose Torremolinos for the fact that it is not too far away from Malaga airport (we arrived from Morocco) and also it is central if you want to visit Alhambra north and towns south such as Mijas and Ronda (also recommended).Check out my Torremolinos page for an overall picture of this nice...

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Paris - City of Love

by aussirose

Paris was my first choice of places to see in Europe. I had been looking forward to visiting Paris since I can remember and it was everything I had expected and more!My only regret was only seeing a portion of what I wanted to see. I didn't even see the Arch de Triomph!! I have so many fantastic memories and I won't write them all down again here, but I really encourage you to check out my Paris page on the link below. I am sure my entertaining stories will bring back happy memories to those of you lucky enough to have experienced the same and if you have not been to Paris, then I hope that after reading my Paris page you will want to go :o)Paris - City of Love

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A: If you're a student and live in the UK the option you want to look at is a thing called "interrail". Just google it. Be mindfull however of the following caveats: - In... 

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