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Berlin Wall Sights on European Vacations
A great place to get your European vacations going is Berlin. Perhaps the most popular landmark in the city is the Berlin Wall, a partition that used to separate East Germany from West Germany which was torn down in 1989, signifying a new era for the nation. You can still view what's left of the wall by walking along the southern border of Wedding. You can see a restored segment at the Gedenkstätte Berliner Mauer, which is right next to a documentation center that charts the stories of people who attempted to cross the wall. Many visitors go to the former border crossing of the Sandkrugbrücke and lay flowers on a stone that commemorates the first person to be shot dead while fleeing the East. The Haus am Checkpoint Charlie has a museum that provides tourists with a comprehensive history of the Wall. Before the sun sets, visit the picturesque Prenzlauer Berg district of Mitte at around 3 or 4 in the afternoon for kaffee und kuchen, a popular Berlin tradition of coffee and cake.
Amsterdam European Vacations
When booking European vacations to Amsterdam, expect a very colorful journey. The area is rife with clogs, cheeses, tulips and windmills. Check out the eight windmills in Amsterdam, especially the famous De Gooyer where its location next to the prize-winning brewery Brouwerij ‘t IJ makes it ideal for having a beer. The best place to buy tulips is the Bloemenmarkt along the Singel, and the most flavorful cheeses are found in the Wegewijs emporium where guests can taste a few slices before purchasing. Learn about Amsterdam's clog-making history from Klompenmakerij De Zaanse Schans, a clog museum located just outside the city. Continuing with the theme of colorful shoes, the Amsterdam’s Historisch Museum maps the last eight centuries of urban evolution using found objects like 700-year-old footwear. Explore the 165 canals that encircle the city and keep the sea at bay. The most beautiful canal is probably Prinsengracht with its fun houseboats and wide green shades. The area also features the house of Anne Frank.
European Vacations to Charming Budapest
An important city to visit on European vacations is Budapest. From its communist roots, Budapest from 1989 onwards has flourished to become tourist-friendly. As you walk out your hotel from the Pest side, spot The Citadel on the Buda side of the river and make this towering structure your reference point when seeing the sights of the city. Up there, you will get romantic views of the city. Relive the past with a visit to the cannon-ball-lined fort from the 19th century and the inspiring structure that is the Liberation Monument on Gellért Hill which marks the Soviet liberation of Hungary from Nazi forces during World War II. View the sights on the Castle District of Buda, including the Hungarian National Gallery, the Mathias Church which used to exclusively hold royal weddings, and the Fisherman's Bastion, a fairy-tale setting where many local couples exchange "I Dos" and take memorable photos amidst the picturesque backdrop of the Lookout Terrace. As your day winds down, sign up for a Danube cruise at sunset for the perfect ending to your Budapest adventure.
Feast on Traditional Scandinavian Cuisine on Copenhagen European Vacations
Food is an important part of European vacations, and Copenhagen offers visitors an authentic Scandinavian experience. Taste the pickled herring and fish dumplings – these are classic foods that are a huge part of Denmark’s culture and history. With its island location, it comes as no surprise that seafood is fresh and plentiful, and features prominently on menus. Order the smørrebrød for lunch -- probably the most famous Danish food item. It is an open-faced sandwich, usually using dark rye bread, topped with eel, roast beef or pork, liver pâté, smoked salmon, or venison. Copenhagen's gastronomical offerings are ideal for budget travelers. You can easily spot fried sausages from the numerous vendors lining the city streets, as well as the local Carlsberg beer brewed here since 1847. If you are adventurous enough, taste the aquavit, a very strong, caraway-scented brandy. Looking for upscale dining spots for special occasions and events?As of 2009, Copenhagen has 13 Michelin-starred restaurants, the most in the country.
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