These Historic European Landmarks Will Leave You In Awe(Pert-2)

Monaco 

The famous and elaborate Monte Carlo Casino.

Casino de Monte-Carlo is a gambling casino and a entertainment building that was opened in 1863 in the city of Monaco. The architecture of the building is marvelous and was used in quite a lot of James Bond movies like "Casino Royale". A great place to see from the outside unless you are making big money or you have been invited to one of their events like the European Poker Tour. 

Spain

A Barbay Macaques posted on top of a rock in front of the Rock of Gibraltar.

This huge limestone basin is the Rock of Gibraltar and it is located in the Iberian Peninsula, Spain. This part of Spain is owned by the United Kingdom and was know to be used as a airfield and defensive position during World War 2 just in case the Germans were looking to attack. The rock is also know to be home of Barbay Macaques which are smaller monkeys, this brings a lot of tourism to the rock. 

Sweden

The Øresund Bridge connects two countries together.

An iconic bridge crossing that links Sweden and Denmark, the Øresund Bridge is a great architectural achievement made by the two countries. The bridge runs five miles from Sweden to the man made island of Peberholm and from there to Denmark. A magnificent drive that takes you over a bridge and through an underwater tunnel, it is one of the best drives of Europe. 

Bulgaria

St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral in the center of Sofia, Bulgaria.

Alexander Nevsky Cathedral was constructed during 1904 and 1912 in the center of Sofia. It is one of the largest Eastern Orthodox Cathedrals in the world and is an iconic tourist attraction. There is also a museum in the cathedral's crypt which is part of the National Art Gallery and they claim to have the biggest collection of Orthodox relics. 

Macedonia 

An ancient aqueduct located in Macedonia.

Skopje Aqueduct is an ancient aquaduct that is located in a village called Vizbegovo near Skopje, Macedonia. It is uncertained who built this aqueduct some of the theories are believed that it came from the Romans, Byzantine Empire and Ottoman Empire. It was used until the 18th century and is one of the three largest and well preserved aqueducts of the ancient time. 

Budapest

A photo of Heroes' Square taken during the day.

Hősök tere is the Hungarian pronunciation but in English it means Heroes' Square which is one of the biggest squares in Budapest, Hungary. The sire features many historical figures including the Seven Chieftains of the Magyars and other national leaders. This is a great landmark for anyone who is a history buff or is interested in different cultures, there is also many museums in the same location. 

Austria

One of the ponds and the green face at Kristallwelten.

This lovely looking place is Swarovski Kristallwelten which is located in Austria. It is a museum that was built in 1995 in celebration for the 100th year anniversary of the crystal company Swarvoski. The museum is filled with crystal collages in different rooms portraying different styles of art. A great place to bring the family to sight see and a must visit if your in Austria. 

Croatia 

The city of Dubrovnik from an above angle shot.

One of the most visited cities in the Mediterranean, Dubrovnik is the great get away of Europe. The city was heavily bombed during the Croatian War of Independence but has been mostly restored making this city beautiful again. There are many sights to see in the city and a handful of museums. Dubrovnik is also know for its Croatian food and boating trips. 

Finland

A Finnish sea fortress that was constructed because of Russian expansionism.

Suomenlinna is a sea fortress that was built on six islands on the Finnish coast during the 1700's by the Swedish. During the conflict with the Russians the fortress was bombed and taken over by Russia. The Russians ended up expanding the fortress by adding more barracks and facilities which started expanding to the other close by islands. Now it is a popular tourist attraction in Helsinki know for picnic spots and boat rides. 

 

Czech Switzerland

A beautiful photograph of Park Narodowy Czeska Szwajcaria.

This beautiful land is named Czech Switzerland and is located on the Elbe River by the Czech border with Germany. It is a widely visited place in Europe for its attractive looking scenery, most people seems to like the sights on the right bank of Elbe but everywhere there seems to be beauty. This is a must visit if you are into wilderness and beautiful landscapes.