Historical Europe is teaming with history, it is dripping with history!
Homo Sapiens have populated Europe for hundreds of thousands of years. Thousands-of-year-old cave drawings can be found in caves throughout Europe. The history of Europe if full of Roman, Viking, Celtic, and prehistoric civilizations, royalty, ancient and medieval history and more!
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Mozart in Salzburg So what’s the Mozart Salzburg connection? Salzburg is Mozart’s hometown! Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, who may have been the greatest composer of all time, was born in Salzburg on January 27, 1756. He lived in Salzburg until 1781 when he moved to Vienna. The city of Salzburg is so proud of its connection …
Ireland is a beautiful country and an ideal travel destination. Nature lovers will relish the endless green landscapes of the Emerald Isle, the electric blue waters that crash against towering seaside cliffs, dense forests and pristine lakes. The Irish people are the salt of the earth. On your next visit you should consider one of …
Planning a vacation to England Ireland Scotland? you can’t go wrong with this epic itinerary that includes some of the most popular sites in each of these these three fabulous European countries! The original plan: visit the Republic of Ireland. As I puzzled over maps I noted that at their nearest points Scotland and Ireland …
Landmarks are recognizable features of the landscape, some carved out by nature, some man made. Landmarks are often popular tourist attractions that make great travel destinations and deserve a spot on our “must see” travel wish lists. So, if you’re looking for some of the best places to visit on your next trip to Germany …
The small city of Kilkenny is a Medieval town located in county Kilkenny in southwest Ireland. With a population of just 26,512 people, it’s a very manageable town for tourists to explore on foot. You’ll discover a beautiful castle, historic sites, medieval charm, a distinct Irish appeal…and lots of exciting things for visitors to do! …
Friends, those images that you conjure up in your head of quintessential Ireland can be found right here on the Dingle Peninsula (Corca Dhuibhne)! Rolling emerald green hills are interspersed with sandy beaches, ancient monuments and ruins, stunning views, and a seemingly never ending coastline of water that’s too blue to be true continuously crashing …
York England is a fantastic old walled city in northeast England with over 2,000 years of history. York was founded by the Romans but has a rich Viking history as well. Its medieval city wall is incredibly well preserved. Top things to do in York England for Couples (and everyone else!) Whether your looking for …
A pair of stunning castles, Hohenschwangau and Neuschwanstein, are conveniently located just a stone’s throw from each other. Hohenschwangau Castle was a childhood family retreat of the most tragic of characters, King Ludwig II. Neuschwanstein Castle was his own personal masterpiece. Romanticism, fantasy, tragedy, betrayal, and mystery all come to life on these two castle …
I just really LOVE castle ruins. There is something haunting about them. They seem to retain the life they once had. It is as if you can still feel the presence of the people who lived in these places so many years ago. Ehrenberg Castle (not to be confused with Ehrenburg Castle in Germany!), situated …
Skellig Michael is a rugged island in the Atlantic ocean, just off the Kerry Peninsula in Ireland. A monk colony lived here over 1,000 years ago, and resided here for more than 500 years at St Fionan’s monastery. Skellig Michael is one of only two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Republic of Ireland. Planning …
