Holiday ideas in Europe
The Colosseum in Rome
Rome has many impressive Roman monuments in its extensive Roman forum. Perhaps the most impressive of all is the gladiator's arena.......History of the Roman colosseum
Stonehenge - the greatest prehistoric site on earth?
Once surrounded by dense forests but now on the open Salisbury plain, Stonehenge is largely unexplained - how it was built, why it was built. This uncertainty further adds to the pleasures of a visit...Stonehenge history
Beautiful and scenic hiking trails in Corsica
There are hundreds of beautiful and scenic hiking trails in Corsica. From the beginner to an expert there is sure to be something here for everyone and all skill levels....Hiking in Corsica
Epidaurus - site of the Greeks healing centre
Epidaurus in Greece was once the great healing centre of the world, giving it great wealth to build other fine monuments such as the unique theatre on the site...Epidaurus theater and monuments
Cinque terre - beautiful villages on the Italian coast
Stretched out along a few kilometres of Italian coastline in Liguria, a string of five beautiful villages just waiting to be discovered...Cinque Terre, Italy
Other feature travel articles for Europe
Murcia, Spain: Visit Murcia, autonomous region of southern Spain, for culture, history, beaches, entertainment for the children...and much more: Sightseeing in Murcia
Florence, Italy: Visit Florence for a complete overload of Renaissance art and culture, museums and culture, restaurants and fine food and...culture: Visit Florence
Greece: Cradle of all modern civilisations, Greece is the bridge between the mythological stories of Homer and the modern world as we know it, and there is much to discover and enjoy - not to mention perhaps the most exciting nightlife to be found...Discover Greece
Italy: Offering art and culture, history and great food, scenery and beaches, a visit to Italy is a great way to discover the heart of Europe...Visit Italy
Chateau Chantilly and Paris: What do you think of when you think of Visiting Paris ? The Eiffel Tower, perhaps, or the Arc de Triomphe. The shocking contrast between the Louvre and the shiny glass pyramid that now stands in its entrance? Maybe Montmartre and the narrow streets so little changed since 1900 when so many famous French artists lived there...Chateau Chantilly
Munich, Germany: Munich is a fascinating and interesting city to visit, perhaps above all during the October festival. There is also a darker side to a visit with sombre reminders of the role of Munich and region in World War 2 that can be visited, such as the Dachau Concentration Camp...Munich tourist attractions
Vienna, Austria: The city is best known for the role it played in the Hapsburg Empire, and for the palaces and museums that are the legacy from that great period of prosperity...Discover Vienna