Europe: 10 destinations to visit in the old continent
It arrives on May 9, the date on which we celebrate Europe Day. On this date we celebrate and remember the treaty by which France and Germany agreed to a central administration of coal and steel, a first step for the current European Union, which pays homage to this twinning between countries. Europe is a continent with as many interesting sites as it has years of history, and that is that the old continent has a double attraction when you visit the beauty of its places and natural enclaves, and its incomparable history, culture and art, in which both invest to conserve.
Therefore, we propose an ideal way to travel as a family and to let your children know the countries that make up the European Union. We leave you a list of 10 cities to visit and get to know this continent that has a lot to offer you and your family, 10 destinations where you will not only take good photos but also generate in you enormous memories.
1. Córdoba (Spain)
The caliphal city enters this ranking as representative of Spain on its own merits. That capital Al-Andalus and capital of the world for so many centuries. A city that exemplifies the twinning of cultures since its historic center is a sample of how Christians, Jews and Muslims knew how to live together in this city that today can be proud to have written its name in history.
2. Kirkwall (United Kingdom)
To the north of Scotland is this village located in the islands known as Orcadas. Despite its small size, this municipality houses two museums, a palace and a cathedral. Its beautiful streets will take you to the port where the pure air is the dominant note. A good option if you are looking for an original destination in addition to relax.
3. Lille (France)
A good alternative if you are looking for a destination other than Paris. Lille has several points of interest that will be difficult to visit in a single trip. The central square stands out, where all the neighborhoods of this city converge and where the opera of this Gallic municipality is also located. A town with a history dating back to 2000 a.c., the time of the first remains of civilization in Lille.
4. Bremen (Germany)
This Teutonic city has more than one place of interest. You can not leave Bremen without visiting the Markplatz square, where you can have a coffee surrounded by wonderful buildings with beautiful facades. Near this location are also the Cathedral of San Pieri and the Town Hall, two of the most beautiful buildings in this town. When you finish at Markplatz, you can visit Shnoor, the oldest neighborhood in Bremen.
5. Innsbruck (Austria)
Located between the mountains of Austria, Innsbruck has been standing since 1187, date in which there are documents that refer to this city. And if you walk through its snowy streets make it worthwhile to visit this town, which is not short in terms of monuments because it will find the Imperial Palace, an imposing building built in 1500 and that housed the Austrian performer until 1918. smaller ones will be grateful after visiting the alpine zoo, where they will find from lynx to wolves and even eagles in an open environment.
6. Genoa (Italy)
Beautiful Italian city in which it is said Christopher Columbus was born, has the second most important port in the Mediterranean after Marseille. Precisely in the port there is the Lanterna, the well-known lighthouse of Genoa that has starred so many photos. Sports fans will find two reasons to enjoy this town as it has two teams that play in Serie A, the biggest category in Italian football, Genoa and Sampdoria.
7. Sintra (Portugal)
This villa in Portugal brings together many monuments and buildings that you can not miss. Starting with the two Mouros castle, which not only offers a lesson in its history, but also thanks to its geographical location, it offers the opportunity to enjoy one of the best views of the Atlantic. Those who decide for Sintra can not forget the National Palace, a beautiful architectural piece where the Gothic, Romanesque and Renaissance styles converge.
8. Bruges (Belgium)
A good reason to visit Bruges is that it was declared the European Capital of Culture next to Salamanca in 2002. This designation is understood by going through its streets where you will find the dock of the Rosario that many postcards star and which becomes one of the most beautiful channels that run through this Belgian town. Art also has a place in Bruges thanks to the Groningen museum where several of the most important works of the first flamenco artists are located.
9. Gothenburg (Sweden)
A city whose first settlements date back to the Stone Age. Gothenburg has an outlet to the sea that makes a walk next to the port is essential if you visit this place. The New Älvsborg Fortress is also worthwhile, in addition to the Vinga islet where a lighthouse that shines on ships since 1851 is located.
10. Turku (Finland)
If the cold is not impediment Turku can be a good option. Considered the Christmas capital in Finland, this city is home to one of the oldest castles in this country. Not only is it long in Turku since its cathedral dates back to the 13th century, so it is not surprising that this town was chosen as the European Capital of Culture in 2011 next to Tallinn.
Damián Montero
