Shopping off the Beaten Track
There’s more to shopping in Europe than the designer brands on Champs-Élysées.
Europe has been around for a long time. That’s why some of its most celebrated buildings are some of the oldest. But newer, more modern buildings can also be found. From Italy to Denmark, modern architecture has found its way into Europe’s heart. Browse this gallery to see some of the newest architectural marvels found throughout Europe.
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Kunsthaus Graz
Kunsthaus Graz in Austria is a fairly new building dedicated to contemporary art. The building’s façade is covered with giant pixels that light up in the night sky. Inside, art galleries celebrate new works of photography, film, design and even Internet art.
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Centre Georges Pompidou, Paris
The Centre Georges Pompidou in Paris was built in the 1970s and was well ahead of its time. The complex building is home to a public library as well as the largest museum of public art in Europe. Thousands of people visit the Centre Georges Pompidou every single day.
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Maxxi
It took over 10 years to build but the MAXXI in Italy. The building’s unique design is a combination of sharp angles and bending lines. Inside, two brand-new museums are available to the public: MAXXI art and MAXXI architecture.
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30 St Mary Axe , London
30 St Mary Axe in London’s financial district is known more informally as The Gherkin. It rises over 40 stories with much of the exterior walls being glass. While it’s a commercially used building, the top floor can be rented out for private events.
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Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao
The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao is located in along the Nervión River in Spain. It was designed by renowned architect Frank Gehry and constructed in 1997. This contemporary museum is known for its use of materials like titanium and limestone.
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Oslo Opera House
The Oslo Opera House in Norway is one of Europe’s most prized performance buildings. It was built in 2007 and boasts a gorgeous horseshoe auditorium, window-clad lobby and even a skateboard-friendly exterior. When it’s not hosting a performance, you’ll find art galleries on display inside.
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Harpa Concert Hall in Reykjavik, Iceland
Harpa is the prized music hall of Iceland and can be found in Reykjavik Harbour. The design of the building includes a complex collection of glass, lights and concrete. While it’s beautiful on the outside, it all makes for ideal acoustics in the concert halls inside.
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Black Diamond, Copenhagen
Located in the heart of Copenhagen, The Royal Library has become one of Denmark’s best architectural achievements. The library’s new home known as The Black Diamond and is made from a special type of black granite. Inside you’ll find two museums, concert performances, restaurants and more.
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Europe Off-Piste
Whether you aim for Olympic speed or gentle slopes, here is a list of the coolest and lesser-ridden ski resorts in Europe, which are waiting for you.
Europe’s Most Iconic Landmarks
Europe is full of iconic sites and landmarks. From the Eiffel Tower in Paris to flower fields of the Netherlands, there’s always something new and exciting to see. In this gallery, you’ll find just some of the must-see landmarks scattered throughout Europe in this gallery. Get to know a little about them here so you know which ones to add to your trip itinerary.
The Tallest Peaks in Europe
Atop of European ranges you’ll find marvelous snowcapped peaks.
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Christmas in Bulgaria
The magic of Bulgarian Christmas!
Where to See the Northern Lights in Europe
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.
Oktoberfest & Beyond: Beer & Wine Festivals of Europe
Much of Europe is known for its beer and wine production. But we don’t just know how to make them; we know how to drink them. From energetic beer festivals to exquisite wine gatherings, there’s plenty to celebrate. Drink up six of the best beer and wine festivals throughout Europe with this gallery.
Grosseto – Italy’s hidden gem of sustainable tourism
Sublime Tuscan escape.
Cheese Spätzle
All over the world, German cuisine is associated with traditional Bavarian dishes. Thinking about German food, who would not mention pretzels, sauerkraut, dumplings and of course, the home-made Spätzle noodles!
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Branch Cake
Provocative appearance and produced in an extremely interesting way is branch cake – Šakotis. Its taste is as impressing as its appearance. And no one argues about the taste of the Lithuanian branch cake – it’s fabulous. It’s for a good reason that it came to Lithuania in the beginning of the 20th century and in just over a hundred years have become the centerpiece of every Lithuanian wedding table and a mandatory sweet offering to the most honourable guests.