September 2, 2010 by europeexplored
Budapest – Queen city on Danube River or the City of Spas | Hungary Updated: August 24, 2020 | By Claire | More Budapest is the only capital in the world boasting nearly 100 thermal wells and 12 spas, where 19 million litres of thermal water breaks to the surface every day. If you also […]
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Categories: Hungary, Sights
September 2, 2010 by europeexplored
Palermo – the craziest city in Europe | Sicily, Italy Updated: December 20, 2020 | By Claire | 2 Replies More Palermo is a historical city in the northwest of the island of Sicily in Italy. It is also the cultural, economic and touristic capital of Sicily. The city is noted for its rich history, […]
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Categories: Italy, Sights, Virtual Travel
August 31, 2010 by europeexplored
Florence – the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance Updated: December 28, 2020 | By Claire | More The city of Florence is said to be the symbol of what makes Italy so special and unique. A third of the most important artists of Europe has lived and worked in Florence. The city of Florence has […]
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August 30, 2010 by europeexplored
Pisa – the city of the mariners and leaning towers, Italy Updated: December 26, 2020 | By Claire | More Along the banks of where the Arno and Serchio Rivers combine and meet with the Tyrrhenian Sea is where you will find the ancient Italian town of Pisa. The city itself was made famous for […]
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Categories: Italy, Sights
August 29, 2010 by europeexplored
Lucca – hometown of Giacomo Puccini, Italy Updated: December 20, 2020 | By Claire | More Captivating ancient Italian city of Lucca lies in Tuscany. It is surrounded by massive walls and attracts visitors with its great historical city center, which includes attractive square, small churches, museums, galleries and cobbled streets. The city abounds with […]
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August 28, 2010 by europeexplored
Ravenna – the capital city of the Western Roman Empire from 402 till 476, Italy Updated: December 26, 2020 | By Claire | More Back during the 5th century, the ancient city of Ravenna was made the capital of what has become known as the West Roman Empire. Today, the city is home to 8 […]
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August 27, 2010 by europeexplored
Bologna – home to the oldest university in the Western world, Italy Updated: December 28, 2020 | By Claire | More The city of Bologna is one of the most populated cities in Italy. With almost a million residents in the metro area of Bologna, the city is considered to be the seventh most populous […]
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August 26, 2010 by europeexplored
Modena – the capital of engines, Italy Updated: December 26, 2020 | By Claire | More The city of Modena can be found in the southern end of the Po River valley. While the history of the town goes back to the prehistoric era, it is mostly known as the home of the finest Italian […]
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August 25, 2010 by europeexplored
Parma – famous ham and cheese, Italy Updated: December 26, 2020 | By Claire | More The small town of Parma can be found between Bologna and Milan. Over the past few years, the town of Parma has become a popular tourist destination. Thousands of people make their way to this quaint town that is […]
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August 24, 2010 by europeexplored
Ferrara – the city of the cyclists, Italy Updated: December 28, 2020 | By Claire | More The city of Ferrara can be found along the banks of the Po River, only 50 kilometers from where the river meets the sea. It is a historical town which today is home to more than 135,000 residents. […]
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