5 European capitals worth visiting for tourists

Every traveler undoubtedly has their own rating of cities worth visiting. However, all tourists will agree: if you want to touch history, feel the atmosphere of the Middle Ages, or see the sights of antiquity, you need to go to Europe.

We have selected five of the most beautiful capitals in the region that will amaze you with their beauty and sophistication.

Amsterdam, the Netherlands

A city that strikes with contrasts. It beckons with its colors, freedom, and busy life.

Start your exploration from Dam Square, where the Royal Palace is located, where the royal family lived until recently. Nearby you will see the Nieuwerkerk Church, which was built in honor of St. Catherine. The building is over 700 years old and has been preserved in its original form to this day.

Museum lovers will find exactly where to go and what to see, as there are many exhibitions on a variety of topics: from art to shipping.

The canals are the city's trademark and there are many of them, so you can go for a boat trip to admire Amsterdam from an unusual angle. And if you want to feel like a true Dutchman, be sure to rent a bike and enjoy the fabulous atmosphere of the city.

Places to see:

• Rijksmuseum;
• Middersloot Castle;
• Van Gogh Museum;
• Church of St. Nicholas;
• Floating flower market;
• Zans-Schans village.

Budapest, Hungary

One of the most beautiful capitals in the world, where priceless architectural monuments await you. Here you should definitely try the unique local cuisine and relax in the thermal springs.

The most recognizable symbol of the city is the Parliament building on the banks of the Danube. The majestic building, built in the Neo-Gothic style, impresses with its graceful towers. Crossing the river on the old Sechenyi Chain Bridge, you can reach another architectural gem - the Fisherman's Bastion with seven towers.

Be sure to visit the Buda Fortress, which is located on a hill and offers a great view of the city. You will find many interesting things on the castle grounds, including a magnificent fountain.

And after a tiring and intense walk, we recommend that you relax in the hot waters of the thermal springs and regain your strength.

Locations worthy of attention:

• Matyas Church;
• State Opera House;
• The Great Synagogue;
• Heroes' Square;
• Brunswick Castle;
• Andrassy Street.

Vienna, Austria

A capital that fascinates with its grandeur and beauty and is considered one of the most comfortable cities to live in the world.

Vienna is known for its large-scale palaces, summer residences, and luxurious houses that once belonged to the nobility. And no wonder, because it was the center of the majestic Austro-Hungarian Empire that attracted the aristocracy of those times.

The main highlight of the capital is the Gothic-style St. Stephen's Cathedral. Here you can climb to the observation deck located at the top of one of the towers, from where you can see the whole city in the palm of your hand, and even make out the distant Alps.

Locations worthy of attention:

• Hofburg Palace;
• Schönbrunn;
• Belvedere;
• Vienna Opera House;
• City Hall;
• Austrian Parliament building.

Paris, France

The most romantic capital, considered the center of art, palace architecture, and aesthetics. Every tourist should visit this city at least once in their life.

Start with the Isle de la Cité, where the French state was born, and where the famous Notre Dame Cathedral is located. Next, head to the Luxembourg Gardens, next to which is the oldest university in Europe, the Sorbonne.

It is impossible to ignore the most famous building in the world - the Eiffel Tower, which is beautiful at any time of the day. It will impress you with its size and elegance.

Take a stroll on the Champs Elysees, visit the Moulin Rouge cabaret, try to solve the mystery of Mona Lisa's smile in the Louvre, or simply enjoy a croissant in a cozy coffee shop. Whatever you choose to do, Paris will win your heart.

Locations worth seeing:

• Sacre Coeur Basilica;
• Orsay Museum;
• Versailles;
• Sainte-Chapelle;
• Opera Garnier;
• Alexander III Bridge.

Rome, Italy

The eternal city, where you don't need to look for sights, because every corner carries the spirit of antiquity.

Start exploring the cradle of civilization with the Colosseum, the hallmark of the Italian capital. Then walk to the Roman Forum and climb the Palatine, one of the seven hills where the empire was born.

Visit the Pantheon, admire the masterpieces of painting in the Borghese Gallery, have a coffee in Piazza Navona, and make a wish by throwing a coin into the Fontana di Trevi.

Take time to visit the Vatican City, the city-state that is home to the world's most magnificent Christian church, St. Peter's Basilica. You can also see Michelangelo's famous frescoes in the Sistine Chapel.

Locations worthy of attention:

• The Arc de Triomphe of Titus;
• Palace of Justice;
• Castle of the Holy Angel;
• Capitoline Hill;
• The Spanish Steps;
• Altar of the Motherland.

Each capital city on this list is unique and has something to surprise you. So choose a destination and go on an unforgettable journey for vivid memories and incredible experiences.

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