It's the ancient land of legends and kings, where empires were built and destroyed. Dreams and ideas came to fruition here, on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel and in the grand halls of St. Petersburg. Today, the call of Europe is stronger than ever, with its brilliant mosaic of bygone eras and modern-day wonders.
Stand at the base of the temple of Poseidon and it's as if you were at the threshold of modern civilization. But look beyond the hilltops of Athens, to the intricate canals of Venice or the gothic cathedrals of Spain; gaze northward to the shores of Normandy or the cliffs of Edinburgh; reach for the great Viking waters of Norway or the virgin tundra of North Cape. Only then will you begin to comprehend the scope and history of this most wondrous continent.
Europe. It's the ancient land of legends and kings, where empires were built and destroyed. Dreams and ideas came to fruition here, on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel and in the grand halls of St. Petersburg. Today, the call of Europe is stronger than ever, with its brilliant mosaic of bygone eras and modern-day wonders. From Parisian museums to the Scottish Highlands, the landscapes of this diverse region are filled with adventure.
The art and history of Europe set the tone for the modern world, so it's no surprise that many of the most renowned works ever created are located here - from ancient relics that illuminate the origins of man and culture, to paintings and statues by the grand masters of the Renaissance, to works by the pioneers of modernism.
Europe's landscape is filled with architectural wonders that span the centuries. Gothic churches, baroque palaces and Renaissance monuments are a testament to the inventiveness of architects through the ages. So no matter where you go in Europe, you're sure to encounter some of the most impressive structures designed by man.
Europe's great ruins and castles are a mighty testament to civilizations long since past. Come face-to-face with the ancient glories of the Greeks and Romans, the far-flung outposts of the wandering Vikings, and the imposing ramparts once guarded by the knights of the Middle Ages.
Dense green hillsides layered in mist, majestic mountains towering over bucolic villages, pristine crystal blue lakes - at first, most travelers don't associate such natural beauty with a European experience. But, in fact, some of the most memorable sights and sounds of Europe come courtesy of Mother Nature.
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