Europe’s Rich Religious History
Dive into history through Europe’s diverse, religious heritage.
Dive into history through Europe’s diverse, religious heritage.
Ever wondered where your forefathers once lived? Come to Europe to see those villages, towns, and cities with your own eyes.
Historically Curious about Europe? Explore the castles that dot its magnificent landscapes.
“Tarragona, City of Human Towers”, is a pioneering initiative that came about in 2013 with the dual aim of achieving recognition and tourism positioning by bringing both the people of the city, those who were not in one of the groups, and tourists closer to the human tower building World.
Ιntroduced in 1985 with the noble aim of bringing our continent closer together, the European Capital of Culture scheme offered few early surprises.
European Heritage Sites include archives, monuments, archeological sites, and places of seminal cultural or political value, from the classic age to the present. Since the label’s inception in 2013, thirty-eight sites have been designated, bringing passages in Europe’s history to the foreground to honor, celebrate, and remember who built Europe, how, and why. They are lessons from the past to guide the future of Europe.
Throughout the country, every year in August, activities big and small (tours, talks, demonstrations), will be offered and many for free!
For over 300 years, the Sinjska Alka in Sinj, Croatia, showcases knights’ skills on horseback, including precise lance throws.
Litomyšl, birthplace of Czech composer Bedřich Smetana, hosts a musical celebration featuring opera, concerts, galas, and oratorios.
Mystery abounds in every European country. You just have to know where to look. Welcome to the spooky side of Europe, home of ghastly ghosts, haunted happenings and eerie experiences for only the most adventurous of souls. Turn off the lights, get under your covers and dare to get familiar with some of the creepiest, scariest and most mysterious places in Europe.
Venice is arguably the most romantic place in the world. With serene rivers and canals winding through the city, there are unforgettable sights at every turn. But it’s not the only romantic city in Europe. Get to know the European cities that claim to be the “Venice of the North” by browsing through this gallery.
All European expeditions should include a trip to a museum or gallery. Luckily, they can be found almost everywhere in Europe. And a lot of them are free of charge. Consider this your guide to some of the best free museums and galleries in Europe so that you’re prepared to take in the art on your next trip.