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Europe is regarded as the world's favourite tourist destination.
The development of Europe leaves most other continents far behind.
Be it her cities with world class infrastructure, a rich heritage
including splendid monuments of renaissance period, the beauty
of her landscape, unique culture or the pleasant climate, tourists
from every part of the globe visit Europe in large numbers to
have a glimpse of the myriad of tourist attractions. Infact,
every country of Europe is regarded as a paradise for tourists.
What gives tourism in Europe a great boost is the absence of
visa restrictions within most part of the continent after the
coming of European Union. Europe has also taken care of the
fact that its countryside is not blighted and beaches do not
get polluted due to the continuous inflow of tourists. The state-of
-the-art tourism infrastructure of the continent ensures a comfortable
and memorable stay for tourists.
Location
Europe is the second smallest continent in the world covering
an area of 10,400,000 km square. In terms of population, Europe
is the third largest continent after Asia and Africa. The European
continent forms the westernmost part of the Eurasian super continent.
Europe is bounded to the north by the Arctic Ocean, to the west
by the Atlantic Ocean, to the south by the Mediterranean Sea
and the Black Sea, and to the east by the Ural Mountains.
Climate
The European continent enjoys a very pleasant climate. Although
there are variations, the European climate could be classified
as temperate. Summers are warm, winters are cool and there may
be precipitation in many parts of the continent. In some countries
of the continent, temperatures dip below 0 degrees during winters.
Snowfall is also common in many parts of Europe. The climate
of the continent is greatly influenced by mariTime tropical,
mariTime polar, continental polar and continental tropical air
masses.
Major Countries to Visit
A brief description of some of Europe's beautiful countries
are given below :-
Switzerland
Europe's most beautiful country, the scenic beauty of Switzerland
leaves tourists spellbound. Switzerland is a canvas of many
shades with picturesque mountains, lakes, cowbells, alpine villages
and meadows. A country that remains snow covered for most part
of the year, Switzerland's long list of picturesque cities include
Zermatt, Zurich, Lucerne, Lake Thun, Jungfrau, Geneva and Chateau
De Chillan.
Major Cities of Switzerland
Zurich, Lucerne, Engel Berg, Interlaken, Geneva, Zermatt, St.
Meritz, Montreaux, Lausanne, Bern, Lugano.
France
A country known for her great champagne, fashion trends, a
seductive lifestyle, Tour de France and the Eiffel Tower, France
is a country with a distinct character. Most tourists head straight
to Paris, the city of lights. But equally beautiful is the countryside
with beautiful mountains, lakes and rivers. Toulouse, Sarlat-La-Canada,
Chateau de Chamtord, Chamonin, Cannes, Biarritz and Arles are
worth visiting.
Major Cities of France
Paris, Marseille, Lyon, Avignon, Nice, Cannes.
Netherlands
Irrespective of its small size, Netherlands has a lot to offer
to tourists. The Dutch landscape is unique with dykes, windmills
and blazing flower fields everywhere. The towns are surrounded
by canals and castle wells. The Dutch are a friendly lot and
locals will advice you that hiring a bike is the best way to
explore this magnificent country.
Major Cities of Netherlands
Amsterdam, The Hague.
Italy
Tourists are sure to be mesmerized by the art and monuments
of Renaissance period in Italy, something for which the country
is world famous. But tourism in Italy does not end there. Tourists
can see the ruins of palaces in Rome, set out on boat cruises
in the canals of Venice, go for skiing in mountain Alps or simply
gaze at the magnificent churches. Naples, Florence and Milan
are cities where tourists must go.
Major Cities of Italy
Rome, Milan, Naples, Venice, Florence, Milano, Milan.
England
For the sheer diversity that her landscape offers, many people
end up calling England the 'biggest small country in the world'.
Call the Englishmen aristocratic, liberal or democratic to the
core, they always boast of their country's natural beauty and
you cannot complain. It would be a shame if tourists come to
England and do not have a look at her ancient and medieval heritage.
The top destinations are London, Edinburgh, Manchester, York,
Sheffield, Belfast, Oxford, Leeds, Bristol, Bath, Brighton and
Aberdeen.
Major Cities of England
London, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, New Castle, Bristol, Birmingham.
Austria
Austria, the European powerhouse during the medieval period,
is one of the few landlocked countries of the continent. Present
day Austria is famous for the alluring architecture of her cities,
adventure sports and a rich musical tradition. Vienna, the capital
city is full of architectural delights. Salzburg, the birthplace
of Mozart is thronged by music lovers. The snow clad peaks of
Innsbruck simply enthrall tourists.
Major Cities of Austria
Vienna, Salzburg, Innsbruck
Spain
The magnificence of Spain is reduced by cynics to bullfights,
flamenco dancers and crowded beaches only. On the contrary,
it is a spectacular country whose rich history is reflected
in her crumbling castles, cathedrals of Renaissance period,
prehistoric cave paintings and great palaces of the past. The
cultural diversity of some of Spain's regions makes it further
unique. The beautiful cities of the country include Barcelona,
Madrid, Valencia, Granada and Seville.
Major Cities of Spain
Madrid, Valencia, Barcelona, Seville, Cordoba, Granada
Germany
Germany, a country divided into two till the early 90's has
that big city charm, picturesque small towns with a serene ambience,
a list of harvest festivals and a wealth of art and culture.
The landscape is also dotted with forests, lakes and rivers.
Germans are great lovers of beer and wine. To understand Germany
better and enjoy her charming landscape, a visit to Berlin,
Munich, Hannover, Colonge, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Stuttgart, Dresden
and Freiburg is imperative.
Major Cities of Germany
Berlin, Munich, Cologne, Franfurt, Freigburg, Hamburg, Heidelburg.
Greece
Greece has traditionally been one of the most popular tourist
destinations on a global basis and each year, particularly in
the summer months, the nation's numerous cosmopolitan islands
get crammed by millions of international visitors. Unparalleled
natural beauties, golden beaches, idyllic sunsets, a legendary
nightlife and the world famous Greek cuisine combined with a
unique hospitality and an impressively developing tourism infrastracture
make Greece an irresistible hotspot for many. The spectacular
success of the 2004 Olympic Games boosted the country's international
prestige even further and reaffirmed its status as one of the
safest places to be.
Major Cities of Greece
Athens, Crete, Cyclades Islands, Santorini
Cyprus
Welcome to Cyprus, an island of legends that basks year-round
in the light of the warm Mediterranean sun. A storied past 10,000
years long has seen civilizations come and go and the likes
of everyone from Alexander the Great to Cleopatra stake their
claim here but then, people do tend to get possessive when faced
with such beauty. Aphrodite made her home on Cyprus, and travellers
throughout antiquity came here just to pay her tribute.
Major Cities of Cyprus
Pafos, Lefkosia
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