Some of the following cities seem to have emerged from the world of fairy tales. From the romantic city of Burano in Italy, to the fortifications of Goreme in Turkey, these beautiful cities also have many beautiful stories hidden behind them.
Marsaxlokk, Malta
In 900 BCE, the Phoenicians landed in Malta and built the trading port of Marsaxlokk. Today, the picturesque fishing village is the main supplier of fish to the island of Malta.
Annecy, France
The stunning city of Annecy has long been considered one of the most romantic places in the world. Built in the French Alps, Annecy is just 35 km away from Geneva.
One of the city’s most visited spots is a restored castle, formerly believed to have been a prison.
Bibury, England
Bibury, a historic village believed to date back to 1086, seems to have emerged from a storybook and is often regarded as the most beautiful village in all of England.
Arlington Roe, a string of old stone houses, go back in history, in 1380.
Bled, Slovenia
The beautiful town of Bled in Slovenia is also one of the most visited tourist spots in all of Europe. One of its main attractions is Bled Castle, located in the middle of Lake Bled.
In 1004, King Henry II of Germany donated Bled to the Bishop of Brixen.
Burano, Italy
The beautiful city of Burano is actually a small island in the Venetian Lagoon in northern Italy.
Legend has it that fishermen living in the city painted their homes in bright colors so they could see their home from their boats.
Colmar, France
Colmar is a historic town dating back to the 9th century. It is called ‘Little Venice’ because of the waterways.
The beautiful city has various architectural styles, including German Gothic style and French Neo-Baroque style.
Goreme, Turkey
The impressive city of Goreme is a national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The unique landscape of the valley is the result of thousands of years of erosion. Most of what was built in the past still exists today.
Hallstatt, Austria
Hallstatt dates back to the 5th century BC and is one of the oldest settlements in Austria.
The city was originally founded in order to exploit the salt reserves of the surrounding areas. Even today the city produces salt.
Brugge Historic Center, Belgium
Brugge Historic Center is a Gothic-style town in the Flemish region of Belgium. The city is part of the UNESCO World Heritage.
The gothic brick structures and magnificent churches of the medieval city are evidence that it was once a commercial and cultural center.
Ibiza Old Town, Spain
Overlooking the Mediterranean Sea lies the stunning old town of Ibiza. The city consists of three main areas: Dalt Vila, Sa Penya and La Marina.
The Roman ruins of Dalt Villa serve as the epicenter of Ibiza Old Town. Its main attractions are the castle of Ibiza and the famous city walls.
Amsterdam Old Town, The Netherlands
Amsterdam’s old town was awarded UNESCO World Heritage status for its historical significance and unique beauty. The city is made up of a network of interconnected canals, and it is also famous for its impressive architecture.
Sintra, Portugal
The fabulous city of Sintra has fascinated and attracted visitors for centuries.
Since its inception, the Pena Palace has been the main attraction of this city and it is not difficult to understand why.
