Plan A Trip To Europe And We'll Reveal Your Must-See Country
- by Andrew Brethauer
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Europe is a destination everyone has on their bucket list. It's so easy to get around by plane and train that in just a few hours, travelers can be in another country, with a different culture. There is just so much to see in do and there is literally something for everyone. From the history of some of Europe's greatest civilizations to the food that is famous in countries such as France and Italy, any traveler will fall in love with one country in Europe for many different reasons. But which one is the must-see country?
Well that all depends on what someone taking a trip to Europe wants to see. Many of the sights and historical landmarks in Europe and ancient, built in the early centuries before our modern times. But there are also some modern marvels to look at, offering a mix of the old and the new. Plus with the difference in cultures, finding a relaxing country with a great beach, or a country that offers plenty of breathtaking views is just a quick train ride away in Europe. So take this quiz, see some of the landmarks and tourists destinations, and see what European country is a must-see.
Want to see the Acropolis of Athens?
Perhaps the most famous landmark in Greece is the Acropolis of Athens, which overlooks the modern city. The most famous structure there is the Parthenon, but also the Temple of Athena Nike, the ancient Theatre of Dionysus and the Propylaea, or the entrance to the Acropolis.
Want to see Windsor Castle?
After the Norman invasion by William the Conqueror, Windsor Castle has been used by the reigning monarchs since Henry the first in the 11th century. Today this castle is used for the Queen`s weekend residents and is the longest-occupied palace in Europe.
Want to see the Eiffel Tower?
Known as a wrought iron lattice tower on the Champ de Mars in Paris, France, the Eiffel Tower was known after the engineer Gustave Eiffel, whose company designed and built the tower. Today the tower has three levels for visitors, with restaurants on the first and second levels.
Want to see St-Peter's Basilica?
Designed by Micheangelo and Donato Bremanti, St-Peter's Basilica is the home residence to the Pope. It is the largest church in the world. St. Peter's is regarded as one of the holiest Catholic shrines. It is located in the Vatican, which is a small country inside Rome.
Want to see the Stockholm Palace?
Home to the Swedish monarchs, the Stockholm Palace has been the official home of the royal family since the 13th century. With over 1,400 rooms, it’s easy to get lost. It’s used by the head of the state for living and political and ceremonial duties. The Royal Court of Sweden is also located inside.
Want to see The Matterhorn
The Matterhorn is an iconic peak in the Alps mountain region in Switzerland that rises 4,478 meters. Its four steep faces lie in the direction of the compass points. At the top of the peak is the town of Zermatt which is a resort town. Motor vehicles are not allowed there to preserve the peaceful nature of the peak.
Want to see the Aqueduct of Segovia?
With the Pont du Gard in France, the Aqueduct of Segovia is one of the best-preserved elevated Roman aqueducts. It is the foremost symbol of Segovia, as evidenced by its presence on the city's coat of arms. This monument has been listed as part of the world monument fund.
Want to see The Brandenburg Gate?
The Brandenburg Gate is the only surviving city gate in Berlin, and it symbolizes the reunification of East and West Berlin. It was built in the 18th Century, and has a boulevard of trees that lead to the Prussian monarch’s palace. It is regarded as one of Europe’s most famous landmarks.
Want to see Buckingham Palace?
Located in the heart of London, Buckingham Palace is the headquarters to the royal family. Originally known as Buckingham House, the building at the core of today's palace was a large townhouse built for the Duke of Buckingham in 1703.
Want to see the Louvre?
The Louvre is the world's largest art museum and a historic monument in Paris, France. The museum is housed in the Louvre Palace, originally built as a fortress in the late 12th to 13th century under Phillip the second and is home to the Mona Lisa painting.
Want to see the Royal Palace of Amsterdam?
The Royal Palace of Amsterdam is one of three Royal Palaces in the Netherlands which the monarch can use. It was originally built as a city hall during the 17th century, but became the royal palace of King Louis Napoleon Bonaparte.
Want to see the Castle of Sao Jorge?
The Castle of Sao Jorge is an ancient structure that sits on a hilltop overlooking the city of Lisbon. The castle dated to the sixth century, with other parts being from the 12th. The 18 towers offer amazing views of the city and visitors can walk to the ancient ramparts.
Want to see Dalhalla?
Take in music concert at the former limestone quarry, Dalhalla. The open air theatre is used as a summer music venue and some call it the best acoustic outdoor stage in Europe. With 20 to 30 events each summer, including jazz, opera and popular concerts, there is something for everyone.
Want to see the Colosseum?
The Colosseum is an oval amphitheatre in the center of the city of Rome, Italy. The Colosseum is situated just east of the Roman Forum. Construction began under the emperor Vespasian in AD 72. Three emperors are known as the Flavian dynasty, and the amphitheatre was named after their family name.
Want to see Knossos Palace?
On the Island of Crete is Knossos Palace, one of the most famous landmarks in Greece, dating back to the Minoan civilization. The settlement is over 9,000 years old, and most of the castle there has been restored, but the site is massive and they are still finding new things.
Want to see the Great Aletsch Glacier
The Great Aletsch Glacier is the longest glacier in Europe and is a World Heritage Site. The Eiger Trail runs from the Eiger glacier station to Alpiglen and clings to the rocks at the foot of the face. A train journey takes visitors to the peak for what is called the ‘Top of Europe’ which includes an observation terrace and observatory.
Want to see the Autobahn?
The Autobahn is a series of highways in Germany that has no speed limit. That’s right, put the peddle to the floor and see what it’s like to drive at top speeds. It may seem dangerous, but Germany has strict driving laws on the Autobahn, and going to slow and being a dangerous driver will have the cops out.
Want to see Jeronimos Monastery?
Jeronimos Monastery replaced an older church by Papal commission, and was originally the home of the Hieronymite monks. But it later became the tomb for the Portuguese Royal Family. Visiting today, guests will be wowed by the grand design. It has also became a prominent place for international meetings.
Want to see the Ice Hotel?
The Ice Hotel in Jukkasjarvi is 200 kilometers north of the Artic Circle and was founded in 1989. Rooms are created by ice experts during eight weeks in October to December each year. The hotel is made of 1,000 tons of ice and takes three months to melt.
Want to see the London Bridge?
Known for its popular nursery rhyme ¨London Bridge is falling down¨, this popular landmark separates the Thames River. Originally built in the 19th century, the bridge was updated to a cross walk in 1973 and later on opened to traffic.
Want to see the Anne Frank House?
The Anne Frank House is the home Anne Frank, a Jewish girl during World War II, wrote her memoir as she hid from Nazi German soldiers. The museum to honor her opened in 1960, and preserves the hiding place that Anne and her family hid in.
Want to see Meteora?
A collection of rocky pinnacles near the town of Kalampaka is known as Meteora, which means ‘suspended by air’. Plenty of monasteries are located there as it is said that the location would bring them closer to heaven. The Great Meteora Monastery is the largest of them all.
Want to see the Palace of Versailles?
The Palace of Versailles was the principal residence of the Kings of Franceersaille, which was the principal residence of the Kings of France up until the French revolution in the 1700`s. The palace is now a French historic monument and World National Historic Site.
Want to see the Palace of Nations?
The Palace of Nations is the home to the United Nations in Geneva, Switzerland, which hosts over 10,000 meetings a year. It was built from 1928 to 1938 to be the headquarters of the League of Nations. Under the Palace is said to be a time capsule containing documents of the League of Nations, plus coins from each nation.
Want to see the Sagrada Familia?
Sagrada Familia is a large unfinished Roman Catholic church in Barcelona, designed by Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí. This Basilica is one the worlds national historic site and in November of 2010, Pope Benedict downgraded this cathedral, deeming it as a minor cathedral as it does not seat a bishop.
Want to see Neuschwanstein Castle?
Neuschwanstein Castle is the castle that inspired the Disneyland parks castle. The one Sleeping Beauty lives in. It is the most photographed building in Germany for good reason because it’s straight out of a fairytale. The castle was completed back in 1886.
Want to see the Tower of London?
It is officially known as Her Majesty's Royal Palace and Fortress of the Tower of London. The Tower of London has played a prominent role in English history. During the reign of Queen Elizabeth the first, this is where she imprisoned Queen Mary of Scots.
Want to see the leaning tower of Pisa?
The leaning tower of Pisa is known for its freestanding bell tower of the cathedral of the Italian city of Pisa, but also known worldwide for its unintended tilt. The tower is situated behind the Pisa Cathedral and is the third oldest structure in the city's Cathedral Square.
Want to see Belam Tower?
Belam Tower is one of Portugal’s most iconic landmarks, which was constructed on the banks of the Tagus River. There are two sections, the medieval keep and also the bulwark, where cannons could be fired. It’s a mix of chapels and military fortifications inside, with a mix of religious sculptures and large archways.
Want to see Notre-Dame Cathedral?
Known as Notre-Dame Cathedral or simply Notre-Dame, this medieval Catholic cathedral is located on the Île de la Cité in Paris. The cathedral is widely considered to be one of the finest examples of French Gothic architecture, and it is among the largest and best-known church buildings in the Catholic Church in France, and in the world.
Want to see the Oresund Bridge?
The Oresund Bridge connects Sweden to Denmark and is the world’s longest cable-tied road and rail bridge. It was finished in 1999 and has a tunnel and artificial island. It runs nearly eight kilometers long before cars head underground into the tunnel to complete the journey.
Want to see the Van Gogh Museum?
Van Gogh Museum is a museum dedicated to the artist, Vincent van Gogh, who was a Dutch post-impressionist painter who is known to be one of the most influential painters ever. The museum, as obviously stated, is the largest housing of van Gogh paintings in the world.
Want to see the Epidaurus?
All the world’s a stage, at least at the Epidaurus that is. The discovered settlement is a popular destination and was once a great theatre with plenty of seating and great sight lines, making it so over 14,000 spectators could view a performance.
Want to see the Large Hadron Collider?
The Large Hadron Collider is the world’s largest particle collider and is located beneath Geneva and runs into France. It is controlled by the European Organization for Nuclear Research who use it to test out physics experiments, and is known for its scientific research.
Want to see the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium?
Home to the famous soccer team Real Madrid, Santiago Bernabeu Stadium is one of the world's most famous football venues. It was completed in 1947, and the stadium can seat over 81,044 fans and hosted the FiFA World cup in 1982.
Want to see the Reichstag?
The capital of Germany is Berlin and the official seat of the government is the Reichstag. It was damaged during World War 2, but massive renovations in the 1990s restored the building and today it now has a glass dome that offers a view of the city and is illuminated at night.
Want to see Pena Palace?
The bright yellow towers of Pena Palace is just outside the city of Sintra is a sight one cannot simple miss, as it’s hard to miss the iconic landmark. It is considered the signature romantic era design, with green hills surrounding it, making the yellow towers really pop.
Want to see the Turning Torso skyscraper?
The Turning Torso skyscraper in Malmo is the world’s first twisting skyscraper and Scandinavia’s tallest tower at 190 meters. It has 54 stories and 147 apartments and if guest want to travel up, they can go out on the public deck on Floor 49 for the observation deck.
Want to see the Cape of Sounion?
South of Athens brings travelers to the Cape of Sounion which offers a great view of the sea. Set cameras to panoramic and see for miles in every direction. The Temple of Poseidon sits overlooking the sea, where it has been for over 2,400 years.
Want to see the Blue Grotto?
The Blue Grotto is a sea cave on the coast of the island of Capri, southern Italy. Sunlight, passing through an underwater cavity and shining through the seawater, creates a blue reflection that illuminates the cavern. The cave can is 150 meters deep with a sandy bottom and 50 meters wide.
Want to see the Museum of Pradro?
The Museum of Pradro is the main Spanish national art museum, located in central Madrid. It is widely considered to have one of the world's finest collections of European art, dating from the 12th century to the early 20th century, based on the former Spanish Royal Collection, and the single best collection of Spanish art.
Want to see the Dam Square?
Located in the capital of the Netherlands, Amsterdam, the Dam Square is one of the most popular locations in the city which hosts plenty of events. The Royal Palace is located in the square, as well as national monuments, and it’s a place for an annual fair.
Want to see Big Ben?
Big ben is the nickname to the Great bell at the Palace of Westminister. The official name of the tower in which Big Ben is located was originally the Clock Tower, but it was renamed the Elizabeth tower to mark the queens diamond jubilee.
Want to see the Rhine Falls?
The Rhine Falls are the largest waterfall in Europe with a span of 150 meters. Located between Schaffhausen and Zürich, the falls are 23 meters high and have an average water flow of 250 cubic meters per second during the winter and 600 cubic meters during the summer.
Want to see Oktoberfest?
Most cities have some kind of Oktoberfest, but if you want to go to the original, head to Munich for the world’s largest Volksfest with over 6 million people. The festival has been held since 1810 and guests will enjoy plenty of German food and beverages during the festival that actually begins in September.
Want to see the Dom Luis Bridge?
In the city of Porto is the iconic landmark, the Dom Luis Bridge, spanning the River Douro. The bridge is made of granite pillars, as well as iron framework and it was built by Gustave Eiffel, the man who designed a famous tower in Paris.
Want to see the Arc de Triomphe?
One of the most famous monuments in Paris, standing at the western end of the Champs-Élysées at the center of Place Charles de Gaulle is The Arc de Triomphe, which was name after its former name Place de l'Étoile — the étoile or "star" of the juncture formed by its twelve radiating avenues.
Want to see the Venice Canal?
The Venice Canal is a grand canal that travels through the city of Venice. It forms one of the major water-traffic corridors in the city. Even though the Venice canal travels to one end of the city to another, it has a distance of 3.8 km long, and is only 90 meters in width.
Want to see the Peace Palace?
The Peace Palace houses the International Court of Justice, the principle judicial body of the United Nations. The Palace opened in 1913 was originally built for the Permanent Court of Arbitration. The Palace cost $1.5 million to build back then, which would be $40 million today.
Want to see the Royal Madrid Palace?
Mainly used for state ceremonies, the Royal Palace of Madrid is the official headquarters to the royal family of Spain. It is the largest royal palace in Europe by floor area. The palace is owned by the Spanish State and administered by the Spanish president.
