It may not be the capital of Andalusia, but it sure packs the punch of a city several times its size. Málaga is known as the birthplace of Pablo Picasso and epicentre of the Costa del Sol. But as one of the oldest cities in Spain, Málaga is no stranger to reinvention. In the past few years, shiny new museums ...
Settled in the 9th century around the alleged burial place of Saint James the Great, the origins of this Galician city are a mixture of history, mysticism, tradition, power struggles and what could well have been the most effective city tourism marketing campaign in the Middle Ages. The tomb of the apostle, its church and the town that grew up ...
Artsy, bohemian, and cheerful, Madrid is one of the most dynamic European cities. While it is true that Madrid doesn’t have a defining must-see attraction, the Spanish capital contains numerous artistic and architectural treasures and is home to one of the most important museums in the world. Officially made the capital of Spain in 1561, this once sleepy inland village ...
Founded by the Romans in the 1st century BCE, Barcelona is the second-largest city in Spain. The Catalan capital is known for its urban beaches, vibrant nightlife and monumental buildings, and especially for being home to some of Antoni Gaudi’s most prominent architectural masterpieces like the Sagrada Familia, Park Güell and Casa Batlló. Its many attractions, unique culture, delicious food ...
Nicknamed “the Capital of Europe” and “Comic City,” Brussels is one of the most significant cities in Europe, culturally, economically and politically. Set on an island in the river Senne on a busy trade route between Bruges, Ghent and Cologne, it was a major textile commercial and industrial powerhouse in the Middle Ages. Today, Brussels is a vibrant city known ...
Founded by the Romans in the 1st century BCE, Frankfurt am Main may only be the fifth-largest city in Germany, but it is one of its most important banking and financial hubs. The capital of the Hesse Bundesland is known for its collection of shiny skyscrapers, renovated medieval buildings and shopping malls, and especially for being one of Europe’s most ...
Very much in spite of the Lyonnais, who feel a great rivalry against Parisians, most visitors to Lyon think of it as a human-scale version of Paris. This city is unusual among European places in the sense that it hosts museums and cultural institutions worthy of a capital and still retains a laid-back joie de vivre attitude. Lyon has many ...
Although it is sometimes overshadowed by other great destinations such as Paris and the Côte d’Azur, Lyon is one of France‘s most interesting urban centres. The third-largest city in the country offers an excellent combination of historical sites, world-class cuisine, great hotels and everything you are looking for in a city perfect for an urban weekend getaway. Since 24 hours ...
Berlin is Germany’s capital and most important urban center. With over three and a half million inhabitants in around 850 square kilometers, Berlin is a true European metropolis. The German capital’s unique history makes it unlike any other city in the world. Since its founding in the Middle Ages, Berlin has grown by incorporating surrounding towns and small cities in ...
Visiting Ephesus is one of the best things to do in Turkey and is high on the list of many travelers to this beautiful country. Its ancient ruins attract more than 2 million visitors. You can visit Ephesus in one morning, but the city of Selçuk, just outside the archaeological site, also has many things to do. This Ephesus travel ...