Europe is a continent rich in history, culture, and breath-taking sights. From ancient landmarks to modern marvels, there are countless iconic tourist attractions to explore. Whether you're planning your first trip to Europe or looking for new places to visit, this visual guide showcases some of the must-see sights that should be on every traveller's list at least once...
The Eiffel Tower is one of the most recognisable landmarks in the world and a symbol of Paris.
Built in 1889 for the World's Fair, it stands at 324 meters tall and offers stunning views of the city from its observation deck.
Visitors can take the elevator or climb the stairs to reach the top and experience the magic of this iconic attraction.
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The Colosseum in Rome, Italy is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Europe for good reason. Built in 80 AD, it was the largest amphitheatre in the world and could hold up to 80,000 spectators.
Visitors can explore the ancient ruins and learn about the history of gladiatorial games and public spectacles that took place in this iconic landmark.
Moreover, the Colosseum is a testament to the incredible engineering and architectural achievements of the ancient Romans.
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The Sagrada Familia is a stunning basilica located in Barcelona, Spain. Designed by the famous architect Antoni Gaudi, construction on the basilica began in 1882 and is still on-going today.
The unique design of the Sagrada Familia incorporates elements of Gothic and Art Nouveau architecture, and the intricate details of the building's facades and interior are truly breath-taking.
Visitors can take a guided tour of the basilica and learn about its history and significance to the city of Barcelona.
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Big Ben is one of the most iconic landmarks in London, United Kingdom. The clock tower, officially known as the Elizabeth Tower, stands at over 96 meters tall and is located at the north end of the Palace of Westminster.
The clock face itself is over seven meters in diameter and the bell, which weighs over 13 tons, chimes every hour.
Visitors can take a tour of the tower and even climb the 334 steps to the top for a stunning view of the city.
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The Acropolis is one of the most famous landmarks in Greece and a must-see for any traveller visiting Athens.
This ancient citadel sits atop a rocky hill overlooking the city and is home to several iconic structures, including the Parthenon, the Temple of Athena Nike, and the Erechtheion.
Visitors can explore the ruins and learn about the history of ancient Greece while taking in breath-taking views of the city below.
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Tick-off several European bucket-list boxes on Costsavers' 11-Night European Experience tour, now priced at the discounted rate of R45,630 pps, which starts in London and takes you from Amsterdam to Innsbruck, the canals of Venice and St. Mark's Square to Rome, the Swiss Alps and Paris.
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Take in the highlights of the UK with Costsaver's 7 Night Britain and Ireland Delight tour, starting at R27,720 pps.
Explore Spain with Insight Vacations' 8 Night Highlights of Spain package, priced from R53,460 pps.
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