Europe – Come Join The Festivities!
One of the best ways to witness the diversity of Europe is to participate in one of the many festivals – be it celebrating a saint, food , film or even the circus.
The Northern Lights are one of the most magical things you can experience in Europe. What makes it even better is that you can see them in multiple countries. Whether you’re in Ireland or Iceland, you can find yourself under the dancing natural lights. Browse this gallery to learn about some of the best places to witness the Northern Lights in Europe.
County Donegal is located in Northern Ireland, an ideal place for viewing the Northern Lights. Though spotting the Northern Lights can be a rare occurrence in Ireland, it’s made even more special when they’re seen dancing above the calm Irish waters.
Northern Norway is an area full of rolling mountainsides and jagged fjords. Sometimes called the Land of the Northern Lights, this region in Norway is the perfect setting for capturing the lights. You may even see the rarer red and purple lights along with the green.
In Sweden, one of the best places to experience the Northern Lights is deep in Abisko National Park. Find a clearing or climb to the top of the forest to camp under the lights. Or, stay in the nearby Icehotel for the quintessential Swedish stay.
The open, flat land of Þingvellir National Park makes for ideal Northern Lights viewing. With few hills and mountains, you can literally see the lights dancing for miles. And the park is close enough to the capital of Reykjavik that you’re not away from everything.
The best place in Scotland to catch the Northern Lights is over the Belhaven Bay. And the best time to do so is at the end of February. Find a spot next to the water and see the lights stretch all the way across the bay.
See the Northern Lights alongside a gathering of puffins on the Faroe Islands in Denmark. Bring a fishing pole and cast a line while the green, yellow and red lights dance with the stars above you.
One of the best ways to witness the diversity of Europe is to participate in one of the many festivals – be it celebrating a saint, food , film or even the circus.
Discovering Europe’s creative hotspots. A selection of trendsetting venues, innovative concepts, and the freshest ingredients to inspire your visit to Europe.
Europe’s landscapes are vast, beautiful and waiting to be discovered. From sand dunes in Spain to forests in Croatia, some of the world’s most fascinating places lay hidden in Europe. Browse this gallery to discover what’s here, and then come see it for yourself.
Bring your European experience home with you. Here is a list of must-buy European souvenirs to share with friends and family…or keep for yourself!
Cypriots enjoy a healthy diet. Everything is cooked fresh, daily and with an excellent quality. Try this delicious recipe: a refreshing yogurt, cucumber and mint dip.
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Hrudka is a traditional meal of Eastern Slovakia and it’s an essential part of the Easter table. Eggs were considered the symbol of life and fertility and because of that, food made of eggs was served especially during Easter (celebrated in spring), when nature wakes up after winter rest.