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EUROPE
Europe, the birthplace of Western civilization.
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London
London is full of history dating back to Roman times. There are many historical monuments such as the House of Parliament, the iconic ‘Big Ben’, and Westminster Abbey, a place of British monarch coronations. Other royal sites include the Buckingham Palace. The London Eye serves as an observation wheel to panoramic views of the South Bank and the entire city. Other attractions include the Tower of London, a former prison that houses the Crown of Jewels, the British Museum, National Gallery, Tate Britain, and Tate Modern where guests can explore the local and international history and art. Iconic public places include Trafalgar Square and Hyde Park.
Madrid
Madrid is Spain’s central capital. It’s known for its rich European art, including the Prado Museum’s works by Goya, Velázquez, and other Spanish artists. Some renowned museums in the country include Reina Sofía Museum home to Picasso’s “Guernica,” and the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum. La Latina neighborhood is popular for nightlife, theater, and tapas bars. The Museo Arqueológico Nacional displays a vast collection of historic artifacts.
Rome
Rome, Italy’s capital, is a cosmopolitan city of nearly 3,000 years of art and architecture. It’s home of the iconic Colosseum, one of the largest amphitheaters built at the time. It could hold an average of 65,000 spectators, and it was used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles. The Trevi Fountain is one of the most famous foundations in the world where visitors toss coins. The Pantheon holds Raphael’s Renaissance-era tomb. Some evening activities include seeing Verdi’s classic operas at Teatro dell’ Opera to club-hopping in Testaccio, once known as the city’s slaughterhouse district.
Paris
Paris is known to be a global center of art, fashion, culture, and great food! Some iconic landmarks include the Eiffel Tower and the Gothic Notre-Dame cathedral. The city is known for its cafe culture along the Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré. The Louvre museum is home to da Vinci’s “Mona Lisa.” The Musée d’Orsay has works by Monet, Renoir, and Degas. Other iconic landmarks include the Sacré Coeur Basilica. Dance by the Marais district that’s filled with galleries, boutiques, and gay bars. Nearby find the Musé Victor Hugo where the writer lived. On the Left Bank is the Latin Quarter and the historically bohemian Saint-Germain-des-Prés. The city is known for its open-air cafes for casual eating and people-watching. There are many fine-dining restaurants, bistros, markets, and patisseries.
