The Crypta Balbi actually occupies an entire city block and this includes the ruins of a royal building, an excavation site and a museum that details how Rome has changed ever since the age of the emperors. Originally it was a large courtyard annexed to a theatre and now it’s home to a 3 floored… Read the full article
Europe Travel Guide You Need At Every Step
So, you are planning to embark on a journey to Europe and wondering how to plan a perfect Europe vacation that you always dreamt of. And you are looking for a perfect travel guide of Europe to be able to do that. Then you are at the right place.
Europe is a large continent with 50 countries each having its own unique charm... there are wide variations in landscapes, cultures and attractions. There are exotic historic sites, world's some of the best museums, hundreds of miles of coastlines with stunning beaches, mountain landscapes with ski resorts, breathtaking natural wonders and landmarks, and there are countries that have thrived over centuries on their strengths of music, art, performances and even producing the best of wines & gourmet experiences the world has ever seen.
So which countries do you choose to travel?
France, Spain, Italy, UK (England, Scotland and Ireland) have been leading the way drawing vast majority of tourists over the years, however there are countries like Austria, Germany, Greece, Netherlands, Switzerland etc that have their own unique niche that make them part of lifetime dreams of millions around the world.
Before you make up your mind on the countries to visit, your first step should be to know about Europe as a whole from a traveller's perspective. And then drill down further to understand the top countries for tourism, why such countries are able to attract millions of tourists year after year and what makes them so unique in their own way.
Here is a great starting point to uncover the secrets: Europe Tourism.
Alternatively, visit the articles below each of which reveals a different aspect of Europe, its most popular countries, cities, attractions, accommodations & dining, shopping, nightlife, weather and lot more.
Top Luxury Hotels In Rome You Need To Know
When it comes to luxury hotels in Rome, there are two basic categories. Niche boutique hotels that are either converted villas or label hotels owned by fashion brands. On the other end of the spectrum are big chain luxury hotels that are large elite and part of a global network. Rome is compact and tightly… Read the full article
Roman Food Culture
Rome being Italy’s capital has been quicker to evolve and adapt but there still are deep rooted notions about what’s right and what’s wrong in terms of food timings, combinations, manners etc. The pizza culture runs rampant in Rome and everything from the simple margherita to the capriccioso to Neapolitan pizza is found in abundance at… Read the full article
Best Rome Restaurants: Cheap, Mid-Range & Fine Dining
One of the most important tourist destinations in the world, Rome has a selection of enviable restaurants and a booming food culture. However, seeing how fastidious the Italians are about their food it’s best to know a little about the Roman food culture before you decide to dive into any of the culinary gems detailed… Read the full article
Top Cheap Hotels In Rome You Need To Know
The populous, tourist heavy historical Rome is one of the best global destinations, and the rather compact city has responded well by sprouting numerous hotels, hostels and apartment rentals all across the city and its outskirts. The fertile beautiful Lazio region and the proximity of other wonderful spots like Naples and Florence means that Rome… Read the full article
Top Attractions Of Rome You Don’t Want To Miss
Colosseum Built between 72 AD and 80 AD under the watchful eyes of the Flavian dynasty; the Colosseum was an attempt to return some of the precious public utilities to the Romans and to restore the damage done by the cruel reign of the infamous king Nero. The biggest amphitheatre in the world the Colosseum… Read the full article
Magnificent Fountains Of Rome
When you go on your Roman holiday, the presence of a beautiful fountain at every notable point in the city will surely pique your curiosity. Rome has fountains… an incredible number of them and most of them feature work by prominent artists and sculptors. The ancient Romans believed that water was a gift from Gods… Read the full article
Villa Farnesina: Stunning Renaissance Architecture & Frescos
One of the most beautiful pieces of ancient renaissance architecture in Rome; the Villa Farnesina rightfully claims its place amongst the city’s top attractions. Built in a startlingly unconventional style it has a central block, two wings and two floors unlike traditional Palazzos. Almost all the best artists of the reigning renaissance era had worked… Read the full article
Sistine Chapel: What To See & Do
Although housed in the premises of Vatican Museums, technically, the Sistine Chapel isn’t a ‘museum’… it’s a chapel… a place where Popes pray and spend time in spiritual reflection. However practically, it commands more traffic than any other part of the gorgeous and enormous Vatican Museums. And to see the Sistine Chapel you need to… Read the full article
Vatican Museums: What To See & Do
What To Expect If you just glance at Vatican City on a Roman Map then you will realise that it’s actually a separate country. It’s huge!!! And a big part of the hugeness are the Vatican museums. Walking through all of the museum space will mean that you walk nearly 7.5 km. Incidentally the Vatican… Read the full article
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