Europe Articles

1). European Cities - Top Five To Visit By : David Sharpe
Paris Paris is the capital and largest city of France. A stylish, sophisticated and romantic city, it boasts many sights to see, such as Notre Dame, Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Arc de Triomphe as well as some of Europe's best shops and restaurants. Located on the River Seine in the country's north, Paris maintains much of its traditional architecture, with hidden squares, churches, cathedrals and palaces mixing in well with more modern designs.
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2). Naturists holidays and vacations: Has there ever been a better time to take up naturism? By : Paul Andrews
Naturism is the fastest growing form of tourism and with thousands more people deciding to shed their clothes in order to enjoy a natural and liberating holiday, why not try yourself. With heat waves all over Europe, USA and further afield, do you really need to wear anything on holiday anyway? As people lead more hectic lives, travel further abroad.
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3). Sitges - Resort for Alternative Lifestyles By : Jakob Jelling
Located on the Costa Dorada, Sitges is wildly popular among the southern Europe resorts, particularly with gay tourists. It gets very crowded during the summer, and most of the tourists at this time are young swinging Europeans. Yet Sitges never gets tacky, as so many gay-oriented resorts do. Instead, Sitges is a city rich with culture and Bohemian ideals.
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4). Alternative Home Designs - Atriums By : Rick Solare
Building a home for yourself is the American Dream. For some people, it is important to build something unique. Alternative Home Designs You’ve worked your rear end off and reached a financial status where you can do some dreaming. One dream is to buy some land and build a home on it. You’ve found the perfect plot, and now you’re wondering about different styles of homes.
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5). The Fountains of Bellagio : A Little Piece of Europe By : Robert Erickson
The heart of the Strip, in Las Vegas is home to one of the America's most ambitious and striking water features; the Fountains of the Bellagio Hotel. With perpetual motion and nightly water shows accompanied by lights and music, the Fountains of Bellagio entertain and charm its visitors into coming back for more. The fountains offer an extremely modernized version of the traditional light and water shows in Europe.
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6). The history of Argos By : Jakob Jelling
Argos is an ancient Greek city which is part of the prefecture of Argolis, in the region of the Peloponnese. It has four main subdivisions: Kokla, Larissa, Akova, and Timenio. This city has gone through several interesting historical events, and its past is among the main factors which attract tourists to its lands. During the Mycenaean times, the city of Argos was an important stronghold, and was seen by the rest of the region as a strategic spot.
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7). Staying in Barcelona for Extended Periods By : Nomad Rick
If you have every visited Barcelona, you know it is a place best experienced over a few months instead of a few days. Fortunately, the people of Barcelona know it as well. Staying in Barcelona for Extended Periods Like a fine wine, drinking in Barcelona shouldn’t be rushed. Visit the city for two or three days and you will get only a small, rushed taste of the flavor of Barcelona.
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8). The seaside village of Aegiali By : Jakob Jelling
Aegiali, in the Greek Cyclades, is a very beautiful seaside village full of outstanding beaches and picturesque landscapes. Besides this, Aegiali offers a wide variety of facilities and therefore tourists could be almost sure of finding practically anything they might need while being in this destination. Aegiali's cuisine is very appealing too and there are several typical dishes that tourists should not miss, especially those containing Mediterranean fish.
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9). Venice – The Origins of the Sinking City By : Richard Monk
Often called the sinking city, Venice is a wonderful place to spend a few weeks walking up and down little alleys. To truly enjoy the city, however, one needs to know how it came to be. Venice – The Origins of the Sinking City Italy is one of the most interesting countries in all of Europe. The culture, language, climate and even the boot shape of the country are all things that draw people to Italy and its history.
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10). The great Sparta By : Jakob Jelling
In ancient times, Sparta was one of the most important spots in not only Greece, but the entire Europe as well. During such époque, the territory of Sparta would comprehend the regions nowadays known as Messenia and Laconia. Nowadays, only a small portion of that ancient territory continues being called Sparta, an area located towards the northern side of Laconia.
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11). Ingolstadt in Germany By : V.P.
Situated at the beautiful Danube River in the heart of Bavaria, Ingolstadt is one of the eldest and most charming cities in Germany. Early settlements prove the existence of a density of population since 1800 BC. The first time Ingolstadt was mentioned in an official document was in the year 806 by Carl the Great and it got its town rights in 1250.
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12). Congratulations Valencia Spain By : Peter Wilson
For many years, Valencia Spain has been struggling to be recognized as the third most important city after Madrid, its capital and Barcelona. It has long been notorious for its Valencia Fallas Festival but now, after having been chosen for the Americas Cup host city and having opened its latest building in the impressive ‘City of the Arts and Sciences’, Valencia is becoming well-known world-wide.
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13). Amorgos and its history By : Jakob Jelling
Amorgos is one of the most visited islands in the Cyclades of Greece. This island has a size of about 120 km2 and inhabited by around 1800 people can be found at the east of the Cyclades, next to Dodecanese. Anciently called Minoa, the origins of this city and its population can be found strongly attached to the Cretans who are believed to be the first inhabitants in this island.
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14). Ya Mule! Backpacking in Siena, Italy By : Nomad Rick
Ah, the glamour of backpacking through Europe. Of course, the glamour comes with a price as I found in Siena, Italy. Siena Siena is located an hour or so outside of Florence, Italy. My handy dandy guidebook suggested it was a side trip that just had to be made. A medieval structure located behind protective walls on the top of a hill. The central area was generally closed off to cars and it was a taste of true Italy.
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15). Denmark – Copenhagen, Helsingor and Beverages By : Nomad Rick
Denmark is one of the hippest countries in Europe. Copenhagen is the center of activity with a lively evening scene, palaces and castles. If you’ve traveled to Denmark, you’ll understand when I immediately bring up the subject of bars. The Danish like to toss back a few when time permits. Time seems to permit a lot and a few beers often become many.
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16). The Most Exciting Property Market in Europe By : Rhiannon Williamson
Montenegro, poised on the brink of EU accession acceptance, is undoubtedly the most exciting country in Europe for property investors today. The wealth of potential in the market stems from the fact that real estate in Montenegro is massively undervalued, it is growing in demand from those seeking an affordable holiday home in the sun, Montenegro is.
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17). Fatima In Portugal Moves Mountains By : Ken Morris
Fatima, Portugal is one of the few places on earth that everyone, be they christians or not, associates with the word miracle and deep faith. It was once a poor village in the Beira region where the economy was in a profound depression and there was just enough to get by on and life was a big struggle. But one day the appearance of the Virgen Mary or as others have called them the Marian Apparitions changed the life and fame and everyone referred to the Virgen as Our Lady of Fatima.
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18). The mountain town of Arahova By : Jakob Jelling
Arahova is a village or small town situated on a mountain which offers the charm and magic of conserving many of its antique traditions and characteristics almost unchanged. Visiting this town can almost be like going back to the past and discover many characteristics and constructions from antique époques while forgetting about modern life worries and lifestyles.
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19). Eclectic Barcelona – What a Blast By : Nomad Rick
Barcelona is one of my favorite cities in Europe. From a general liveliness to museums to attractions, Barcelona has it all and definite eclectic flare. Eclectic Barcelona – What a Blast Barcelona is the capital of Catalonia, an autonomous area in the south east of Spain. The city sits directly on the Mediterranean coast and the population is over 5 million in greater Barcelona.
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20). 12 Great Tips For A Great Budget Travel In Europe By : lizzie scott
12 tips to get you started on your budget travel in Europe. Actually, it can even be applied to whichever travel destination!
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21). Gytheio - the sea port of Sparta By : Jakob Jelling
The Greek town of Gytheio, often called the sea port of Sparta, is located towards the north western area of the Gulf of Laconia, in the Peloponnese. This is an ancient town which offers a variety of interesting spots to meet as well as many unique constructions and buildings dating from past époques. Due to its age, the city of Gythia has gone through a great amount of interesting and critical historical events.
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22). Medicine: Europe and East By : waheed elqalatawy
What medicines the Europeans had found a few centuries ago when they began their present scientific discipline with the surrounding environment? .Medicinal herbs in sporadic areas of the world ( Ephedra in China and Rauwlfia in India are examples. ) .Culinary plants and honey used by the Arabs for centuries. .Some simple practices like acupressure and massage.
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23). The Rising Appeal of Malta By : Rhiannon Williamson
Malta, the beautiful Mediterranean island that basks in up to 300 days of sunshine a year is proving more and more popular with those in search of a low tax country with an attractive property market. The fact that the island is such a popular choice with those seeking to live offshore, those looking to reduce their business and personal taxation burden and even those wishing to retire to the sun means that the real estate market in Malta is a hive of activity and property prices are moving up a gear.
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24). Set Sail To The Azores Islands By : Rob Carlton
Being excellent navegators and having a deep desire to expland its territories, The Azores Islands were founded by the Portuguese in 1317. This is a clump of nine islands in the rough Atlantic Ocean about 1,400 kilometers west of Lisbon, Portugal. As a curious traveller, I always make it a habit of finding out how a city, town or in this case an island got its name.
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25). Venice, Italy – The Bird Lady By : Nomad Rick
Venice is an old and somewhat eccentric city in Italy. Built long ago on marshlands, I was surprised to find myself spending my first night in the city with the bird lady. Rent a Room As is common with many cities in Europe, one can rent a room in a private home at the train station. The advantage of renting a room is you get to live with a family and the costs tend to be a lot cheaper than a hotel room.
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