If we talk about visit european places, the most famous cities always come to mind, such as Rome, London or Paris. But Europe is much more, there are cities and corners that are charming and have a lot to offer, especially if we are looking for a low-cost destination for our next vacation.
If your budget is tight but you refuse to stay home, book these 6 cheap destinations to see in Europe. Interesting cities where you can discover authentic gems that you did not expect. Because there is life beyond the most popular cities, and good travelers dare with everything.
Lyon, France
This city in France is the third most important, after Paris and Marseille. It is the capital of the Rhone and is flanked by the Rhone River and the Saone. A large part of its territory has been proclaimed a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, which is why we find ourselves in a very dynamic city. The Fourvière district It is one of its most interesting areas, where many of the churches are located and it is also where the Romans settled, which is why we find Roman ruins and the amphitheater. This upper area of the city can be reached by funicular. You can also see the old town with Renaissance buildings such as St. Paul's Cathedral. On the other hand, in Presqu'île, a small island between the rivers we find the Bellecour square and a large wheel that will serve as a reference from other points of the city.
Tallinn in Estonia
The city of Tallinn in Estonia stands out above all for its Old City, since the old town retains all the charm of the Middle Ages. At present, it still conserves part of the outer wall, 20 defensive towers and two entrance gates to the old area. Some of these towers are open to the public and even have a museum or exhibition, such as La Gorda Margarita, with the Maritime Museum. From the Plaza del Ayuntamiento, which always has a good atmosphere, you can go through the old town, passing through Calle Viru, which is the most commercial. Although it is an old city, it is currently very modernized, so much so that they even offer Wi-Fi in almost all areas of the city.
Ljubljana in Slovenia
The capital of Slovenia is a small city, but it has a lot of charm. Its beautiful castle is one of its great attractions, as it stands on a massif in the heart of the city and has been there since 1144, although it was renovated in the XNUMXth century. Currently it is used for events and weddings, and you can freely visit and enjoy a snack in its bars. Another place that can be seen is the Plaza Preseren from which many tours depart to see the most significant areas of the city. The Bridge of Dragons, Art Nouveau, flanked by four dragons is another of the symbols of the welcoming city.
Krakow in Poland
The capital of Poland is the third largest city in the country, and was proclaimed World Heritage in 1978. There are many things to see in this city, especially considering that it was marked by the Nazi occupation during the Second World War and by the creation of the Jewish ghetto of Porgorze. One of the things not to be missed is the Wawel Castle complex along the bank of the Vistula. There is much to see, from the Royal Palace to the Dragon's Cave, where it is said that the Wawel Dragon of popular legends hid. Another essential visit is that of Oskar Schindler's factory. If the movie 'Schindler's List' sounds familiar to you, it was based on real events, on the help that this businessman gave to more than a thousand Jews to save their lives. There is a permanent exhibition on the Nazi occupation.
Bucharest in Romania
Bucharest is the capital of Romania and is another interesting discovery for traveling minds. In this city we can find the largest administrative building after the Pentagon, the People's Palace, where the Parliament is located. There are legends that say that under it there are various bunkers to hide and even a secret subway line. Tours of this building can be done for a small fee. In addition, you must see the old part of the city, where we find ruins of the old medieval city and Orthodox churches among modern restaurants and pubs.
Saint Petersburg in Russia
In the western or European part of Russia we find the beautiful city of Saint Petersburg. One of the essential visits is the Hermitage museum, one of the largest in the world and which occupies the former residence of the Russian tsars. Also very touristy and striking is the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, built on the place where the Russian Tsar Alexander II was assassinated. Saint Isaac's Cathedral is the most important religious building in the city and the largest, with a spectacular interior decoration.