Feb 28 2009
Top five of the most romantic destinations in Europe.
Some people say that the best moment to fall in love is during spring time, but there are some places in Europe that obviously demonstrate that you can fall in love no matter what season would be if the place where this happens is gorgeous.
But, let’s say you’ve already found your beloved one. The places that will be described next can guide you to a wonderful experience in the five, most romantic destinations across Europe.
Paris
The fact that Paris got the first place in this hierarchy is not surprising because everybody knows at least a little bit about this capital of love. For everyone who ever visited Paris is clear the fact that Woody Allen was right when he said: “As long as you haven’t been kissed during any of those rainy Parisian afternoons, you haven’t been kissed at all.”
Now if you just want to make it a great trip here are a few places you must see and some things to do, in order to get the real flavor of Paris.
Till you get used to the place a good idea is to check those sidewalk café terraces. It’s a perfect resting spot, ideal observatory because the streets turn into a real aquarium having fish as passer-by’s.
Then, the area of the Louvre Museum is magnificent. Not only is the remarkable beauty of the Museum but also the surrounding area is notable. Parks, shops and other romantic coffee places are available.
Now if you want to impress your Latin Quarter fan partner, you will surely want to sit at the terrace of “Les Deux Magots” where French philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre and his wife, writer Simone de Beauvoir, used to hole up there in the 50s.
A great romantic spot is Place Furstemberg that takes a whole other atmosphere at night. It is quiet, isolated, and sort of private. The nearby abbey lends it a historical feel. Sitting under the trees, the wooden benches welcome eternal lovers.
Another beautiful destination in Paris that you will not regret is the park located at the tip of Ile de la Cite. It is a small park named Square du Vert Galant and takes its name from King Henri the 4th, a womanizer in his own right. Lined with century-old trees, the park offers a magnificent view of the river Seine and the Louvre Museum. The best view can be taken during day time. You can take a boat tour if you want to make the visit to this place even more interesting and romantic.
Venice
If you are visiting Venice, you should be ready at any moment to be stroked by some of the perfumed arrows of the inexhaustible Cupid. He probably chose this place because there are so many things to fell in love with so if his arrows fail, you would still be in love at least with the place. Firstly it is necessary to take a walk in the beautiful Squares of Venice, take, for instance Campo San Stefano and enjoy the free space, the beautiful surroundings, pigeons and children laugh. Take you’re beloved and enjoy a coffee between these surroundings.
Now, moving around Venice is impossible not to notice the famous Bell Tower of San Marco Plaza, the tallest of its kind, measuring 98 meters high.
It is almost a new bell tower since its rebuilding in 1912 after the spectacular collapse of precedent in 1902.
You have to see the churches of Venice. You can’t ignore them. They will remind you of their existence through their sound, their position and resonance of their sound from a wall to another. You must visit at least one of the following: Church Madona de la Salute, Church San Marcuola Cannaregio, and Church Sant’ Alvise Cannaregio.
And now, off course, we’re talking about love stories and romance so if you won’t take a ride with the boat on the waters of Venice you can almost say you haven’t seen Venice at all.
Since is a city mostly build on waters you will not be able to ignore it. But you have to take the best of it. I hope you are convinced abut the beauty of this place and the position in this list.
Florence
Be ready to experience the beauty of another city that expresses probably in the best manner the sophisticated LOVE through art, alongside impressing history and remarkable personalities, great views to gladden your eyes and soul in a suitable touristic area, set just the right way to fulfill all your needs and requests.
Florence, keeps in the fine architectural details some information relating about important historical events. Founded as early as year 59 BC, it is the birth place of famous artists as Dante Alighieri, Machiavelli, Michelangelo, and many others. And since is so important from Art’s point of view, you might be interested to see some of the world’s best known paintings, sculptures and other art objects and creations. Some museums you should consider are Accademia Gallery which houses the famous Sculpture “David” by Michelangelo and by the same author the unfinished “Prisoners” sculpture and some other works of artists as Perugino, Giambologna, and Botticelli.
Then, The Bargello Museum where early Michelangelo marbles and Giambologna bronzes can be admired and then on to a room full of famous works by Donatello, considered by many the greatest sculptor since antiquity. Some other names you should consider are of museums as Uffizi Gallery which is one of the world’s top art museums - it houses some of the most important works of the Renaissance, including works by Leonardo da Vinci, Giotto, Botticelli and Michelangelo, Pitti Palace, San Marco Museum, Opera del Duomo.
These very few details about Florence should be just enough to make you understand the beauty and position in the top of the most romantic destinations in Europe.
Prague
There is something we have to admit. Romance and love expression is not definitive just for Latin countries and cities but also for cities like Prague, from Czech Republic.
There are some specific places that will arouse your interest and love for this city. Firstly, in order to get a taste of the place, a good idea would be to start enjoying Prague by visiting Prague Castle is the premier Prague tourist attraction. Located on a hill, it offers fine views over the city, in fact, it is considered the most beautiful view upon Prague. Here you will have also many places to visit within the Castle and scent the flavor of a city with such elegant and sophisticated romantic features.
But Prague Castle is not the only important tourist attraction. Some other main places you must consider are places like (each attraction has the Czech translation which is usually very useful): Old Town = Stare Mesto; Prague Castle = Prazsky Hrad; Charles Bridge = Karluv Most; National Theatre = Narodni Divadlo; Wenceslas Square = Vaclavske Namesti; Old Town Square = Staromestske Namesti; Little Quarter/Lesser Town = Mala Strana.
If you are intending to spend some beautiful evenings or afternoons with your partner you might want to check put this short list of some of the best restaurants in Prague: Piano Nobile at Villa Richter, Terasa U Zlate Studne Restaurant, Nebozizek Restaurant, and Cowboys Steak & Cocktails Restaurant. These fit all tastes and personalities, but if you want to make sure you get the best table, a wise action would be to previously make a reservation.
Budapest
And since is the last topic from our “Top five of the most romantic destinations in Europe” we couldn’t have forgotten the beautiful capital of Hungary, Budapest.
Considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world, Budapest best expresses the idea of love through details linked to its formation. Bisected by the Danube River, Budapest was created out of the unification of the separate historic towns of Buda, Pest and Óbuda in 1873. Just like the legend of the androgynous, it was separated in order to finally be united in one.
All sorts of activities can be performed here, from cultural visits to relaxing oases and entertainment. So you have many activities to choose from. Thermal Baths are available since Budapest is enriched with natural springs and thermal waters, museums and ruins of great importance for Hungary’s history, the famous Buda Castle and various sightseeing tours.
No matter what time of the year you will be visiting Budapest, there is always something captivating to do. Even weather is not to warm between October and March, exhibitions, festivals, concerts and operas can be enjoyed indoors, special events are taking place in every season.
Accommodation is available for both thin and large pockets, prices for hotel rooms vary from 20 euro to 100 and more for more pretentious visitors. Concerning food, many beautiful restaurants can be found here demonstrating that Hungarian cuisine has nothing to be blamed for. You will only find it delicious.
Finally, we can say that here are plenty reasons to take the initiative to visit at least one of these romantic cities, which will only contribute to your love life.





