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for this list we're looking at destinations in Europe that may be smaller in scale but
vast in atmosphere and culture [Music] Salzburg Austria nestled away against the Alps Salzburg
is best known for its association with The Sound of Music Theater junkies can ride bikes
past several landmarks from the film including the resident Platts Fountain when Maria first
arrives at the Von Trapp Mansion she's excited yet intimidated we experience the same sentiment
standing in the presence of striking landmarks like hoes and Salisbury Fortress Schloss hell
run and Mirabelle Palace as Grand as the city might be their small town warmth to be found
at every turn like the movie Musical that helped put it on the map Salzburg feels Untouched by time
it's a musical City in more ways than one fans of classical compositions will want to visit Mozart's
birthplace a museum dedicated to Amadeus the hills really are alive with the sound of music and so is
the salzak river which was used for shipping salts to Salzburg hence why the city's name
translates to Salt Castle Bruges Belgium you might have heard about this dreamy City from the cult
black comedy In Bruges the West Flanders capital is distinguished by its Charming canals while it
draws comparison to other cities like Venice and Amsterdam there's a humble quaintness to Bruges
that makes for a more laid-back experience you can spend a day cruising down the canal exploring the
Market Square and partaking in a Shopper's Paradise then before you know it the cloudy
day has turned into a starry night the starry sentiment isn't just due to the night sky but also
the little buildings once you're done sightseeing cap off the night at a local pub before crawling
into a snug bed at a local Inn or if you don't want the Night to End perhaps a self-guided tour
across the Bruges Beer Walk is an order chesky krumlov Czech Republic in terms of architecture
people flock to Europe for three things churches castles and bridges chesky krumlov is home to
some of the continents most underappreciated Saint Vita's church is a historic late Gothic structure
comprised of three arcades Rising above the tarpa river on that note be sure to take a ride down the
river on a sunny day chesky krumlov Castle is the Crown Jewel which possesses five Courtyards
and more than 350 rooms among the Castle's 40 structures is the cloak Bridge which stretches
five stories above the most interestingly the castle mode is lacking in water but don't be
surprised if you spot a few beers down there while these are the main points of interest you can
wander through any streets in chesky krumlove and stumble upon a site right out of the fairy tale
annasie France this city is among the most animated in all of France so it's only fitting
that annacy has been hosting one of the world's most prominent animation festivals since the
1960s even if you don't make it in time for the festival there's artistic inspiration to unearth
within every corner the city has been described as the pearl of French Alps due in part to its place
between Lake annasie and the mountains aspiring artists can cruise down the lake sketching the
attractive buildings and surrounding Green Hills you'll get an even grander view of the city
paragliding from one of the many mountaintops from the winter snow-covered roofs to Springs
eye-popping Flowers to the Summer sun shimmering on the lake to the radiant awesome leaves all four
seasons are picture perfect in honesty fry bag Germany studying abroad in Germany is a dream for
numerous students Freiburg might not be the first University City that comes to mind but it should
be at the Forefront of your radar one couldn't ask for any more trunk or backdrop to study against
with Timeless buildings and an unbeatable view of the Black Forest whether you attend the University
of Freiburg or the University of Music you'll want to ride your bike to class every day taking
in the festive sights along the way the standout landmarks include the cathedral Freiburger Munster
the swabian gate and Sea Park Bettenhausen as much as you learn at University you'll discover even
more about the world and yourself exploring this stunning City Freiburg goes beyond shaping young
minds no matter what your age is you'll leave Freiburg feeling wiser and more complete Burano
Italy Italy overflows with colorful destinations but none jump out at you like the island of Burano
for those who live in the suburbs we're used to every house looking almost identical Burano
provides a refreshing change of scenery with buildings brightly painted blue pink and well just
about every other color you can think of there's nothing like gliding down the canal guessing
what colors you'll encounter next the island can also be experienced on foot making visitors feel
as if they've stepped inside a rainbow it's so Instagram friendly that no filters are required as
satisfying as the sightseeing is you'll also want to venture inside some of the buildings for dining
and shopping you're inclined to find multiple stores with souvenirs made from lace Burano
specialty be it a day trip or summer getaway Burano deserves a Bravo Reina Norway there's
remote and then there's Ryanair this sleepy fishing Village is hidden away on muskanazaya
with the Magnificent mountains towering over the simple Cottages below nothing tops arriving on a
boat spotting the Cozy community on the horizon the area is comprised of multiple little islands
with Bridges linking them together this makes island hopping a breeze whether you prefer to
get around on foot or on bike get up close to the village on a kayak or take it all in from afar as
you hike up rhinobrinkum Mountain the beaches also provide a soothing Locale for walks yoga
and quick dips there's a modesty saranya that makes you appreciate the little things in life
it's ideal for those looking to go off the grid but that doesn't mean you'll be without Wi-Fi
blood Slovenia this enchanting destination serves as the centerpiece of Lake bled looking like
something out of a picture book this sentiment is only intensified by black Castle which overlooks
the community like a lighthouse guiding tourists exploring the castle is the Ultimate Adventure
functioning as an immersive Museum taking a robot across the lake with your significance or that is
the most romantic way to reach the central island getting around is half the fun with the city
providing a resting Vantage points to take in the surrounding Lake while enjoying a slice of creme
schnitter the creamiest cake you'll ever sink your teeth into take your journey to even greater
height with a zipline Journey blood manages to feel as picturesque as a village and as prominent
as a kingdom bringing together the best of both fairy tale worlds albarazine Spain albado scene
is one of the most unique destinations in Spain preserving its medieval roots to the point that
you feel less like you walked off a plane and more like you've wandered out of a time machine with a
population of just over 1 000 it can almost seem like a ghost town just waiting to be discovered
albado scene stands out with massive City Wars and a cliff top Castle while al-barrassing was
made for history Buffs the Sandstone surroundings opened the area up to more modern activities like
rock climbing as Rocky as Alberta scene is the trees bring another level of beauty during Autumn
when the leaves change color the additional of red and orange blends splendidly with the red
Sandstone giving al-barassin the impression of a city where the sun is always setting
zemat Switzerland the ideal holiday getaway will strike a balance between sweeping Winter
Wonderland and a welcoming little town brimming with warmth no destination better fits that
description than zemat you can spot the Mata horn from this District immediately summoning your
inner Adventurer channel that energy into skiing climbing and Hiking dominating the Matterhorn
might be too tall of a task for you but it's just as gratifying seeking out gorna Gorge
and the small Lake of schwarzer but it's just as gratifying seeking out Garner Gorge and the
small Lake of schwartzie or maybe you're looking for a quiet holiday zamat accommodates easy young
Travelers as well with an assortment of spots in town to kick back with a cup of Joe and families
make their way to the paradise of suniga where they're free to unleash their pens of energy
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