Ancient European cities are world famous for their architectural monuments and interesting history. It is difficult to answer the question of which one should be visited first. This article briefly talks about some of them, namely the most beautiful capitals of European countries.
Prague
This city, according to common opinion, is the most beautiful among the capitals of European countries. There is an abundance of medieval streets lined with paving stones, many unique monuments and ancient castles. Charles Bridge is one of the symbols of the Czech capital. Its length is more than five hundred meters. Important historical events are connected with the famous Prague bridge, including the attack of the Swedes, which took place in the middle of the 17th century.
The name of the city, which ranks first in the list of the most picturesque capitals of European countries, is translated from Czech as "threshold". There are many legends about the founding of Prague, includinglegends about the wise ruler Libusha.
Paris
The capital of a European state, which was once ruled by one of the world's greatest commanders, is famous for the Champs Elysees and the Eiffel Tower. In fact, of course, the list of attractions in Paris is quite extensive. We will not list everything here, but we will briefly outline the history of the famous symbol of the French capital.
The metal tower, whose height is more than three hundred meters, cannot be called an ancient monument. It was built only at the end of the 19th century. According to statistics, among all the attractions of the world is the most visited. Every tourist visiting Paris, first of all, seeks to be photographed against the backdrop of the Eiffel Tower.
In 1889, the world exhibition dedicated to the anniversary of the French Revolution took place in Paris. A few years before this event, a competition was organized, the winner of which was to create a project for the structure. The monument reflects the technological and engineering achievements of the country. The authors of the project were the employees of the bureau of G. Eiffel.
Rome
Third place in the list of the most capitals of European countries, photos of which are known all over the world, is occupied by the main city of Italy. Many talented feature films have been created here, among them Fellini's La Dolce Vita. This city is considered one of the most romantic in the world. The most interesting historical monuments arealso Piazza Navona, Pantheon.
Perhaps, it is incorrect to talk about which of the cities in Europe is the most beautiful. For some, this is Moscow. Someone is closer to Berlin or Athens. But, according to a rating compiled not so long ago based on the reviews of tourists and published in the media, the fourth place belongs to the German capital, the fifth - to the Greek one. Moscow occupies the sixth position in this list. The list of the most beautiful capitals also includes Madrid, Helsinki, Amsterdam.
The most famous cities in Europe can be arranged in a list based on various features. And alphabetically, and by geographical location, and by age. Below are two more lists, which include the aforementioned cities.
European capitals from north to south
This list should start with Helsinki. Among European capitals, this city is the northernmost. Further, the list can be compiled as follows:
- Stockholm.
- Oslo.
- Tallinn.
- Copenhagen.
- Moscow.
- Warsaw.
- Dublin.
- Prague.
- Paris.
- Belgrade.
- Sofia.
- Skopje.
- Rom.
Capitals of European countries in alphabetical order
If you make a complete list, it will include forty-four cities. The first place is occupied by the European capital, which tourists perceive differently. For some, this city is the focus of debauchery. For others, it is the place where great painters worked. It is, of course, aboutAmsterdam. The second position in the list, compiled in alphabetical order, is occupied by Andorra la Vella. The third is Athens. Then there are cities whose names start with "B".
First of all, the capital of Germany comes to mind. But in this list, Berlin is preceded by Belgrade. And then follow the capitals of such states as Switzerland, Slovakia, Belgium, Hungary. Which cities are the political and economic centers of these countries? Bern, Bratislava, Brussels and Budapest.
The full list also includes the capitals of small states, such as Liechtenstein. The main city of the dwarf state is Vaduz. But then we list the most famous capitals:
- Brussels.
- Warsaw.
- Vienna.
- Dublin.
- Copenhagen.
- London.
- Madrid.
- Moscow.
- Oslo.
- Paris.
- Prague.
- Rom.
- Stockholm.
- Tallinn.
- Helsinki.
This article will help you understand the geography of Europe in more detail.
