The British edition of The Telegraph was list of prominent sights of Europethat you should definitely visit at least once in your life - admire nature, touch history or just relax and change the scenery. The list also includes the tourist centers of Russia - Red Square was in 14th place, and the Hermitage - in 29th. And this is how the top 10 main European attractions look like according to The Telegraph.
10. Atlantic Road, Norway
Part of the national tourist road 64 connects a series of rocky islands off the coast of Norway. Already the bridges themselves are an interesting sight from an architectural point of view (especially the so-called "drunken" bridge). But the surrounding views amaze with the harsh northern beauty - the dark sea, dazzling snowy peaks, and if you are lucky, you can see whales swimming by.
9. Chenonceau Castle, Loire Department, France
The beautiful castle, located on a bridge over the Cher River, was once built by King Henry II for his favorite, Diana de Poitiers. He seemed to have left the pages of a fairy tale, and even children (it's no secret that children rarely have respect for architectural monuments) will be happy to look inside. Going to bus tour in Europemust visit France.
8. Matterhorn, Switzerland
The journey to the top of the Matterhorn is only recommended for the most experienced climbers. Therefore, it is better to enjoy the views of the majestic snowy peak from Zermatt, one of the most famous resorts in Switzerland. A pyramidal mountain with a height of 4,478 meters was subdued to man only 150 years ago and cost the pioneers four human lives.
7. Hagia Sophia, Istanbul, Turkey
Once Hagia Sophia was a Christian church, then, after the conquest of Constantinople, it became a mosque, and now it is a museum (although calls to prayer are heard from the minarets several times a day). Inside the huge building, you can see the remains of glittering Byzantine mosaics and masterpieces of Arabic calligraphy.
6. Semana Santa, Spain
Semana Santa is Holy Week, the week preceding Easter. During this time, many religious processions take place in Catholic Spain. As if figures in pointed hoods that have come down to us from the depths of the Middle Ages carry platforms with figures depicting scenes from biblical history from church to church.
5. Pamukkale, Turkey
This quaint natural monument resembles a series of giant steps - stone pools filled with bright blue water. The ancient city of Hierapolis is nearby. True, admiring the miracle of nature can spoil the endless crowds of tourists: Pamukkale is one of the most visited attractions in Turkey.
4. Acropolis, Greece
Nearly three million people visit this historical monument of antiquity dating back to 26 centuries every year. It is worth looking there at night, when the Parthenon is bathed in golden light against the dark southern sky.
3. Sistine Chapel, Italy
Michelangelo's masterpiece of masterpieces is housed in the Apostolic Palace in Rome.The fresco depicting the Last Judgment occupies the entire wall behind the altar, and the ceiling, measuring 40 by 13 meters, is covered with paintings on biblical themes.
2. Cathedral of the Holy Family, Barcelona, Spain
Although the construction of the cathedral, designed by Gaudí at the end of the 19th century, has not yet been completed, it is a magnificent sight. And on the surrounding streets there are houses built by the same architect with candy windows, as if straight from a fairy tale.
1. Var, France
And the leader in the rating of attractions that are recommended to be seen at least once in a lifetime is a place called Var - one of the administrative units of the Provence region, France. Var is considered one of the most beautiful places in France, and there is something to see in this country. The greenish-blue waters of the Gorges du Veron, luxurious lavender fields, tiny stone houses hiding in the folds of the hilly terrain, serpentine roads ... And, of course, hotels and guesthouses where you can have a great lunch, admire the views, take a break from the city crowds and taste the real Provence ...