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Sightseeing in Berlin on European Vacations

Berlin is a great place to start your European vacations. Probably the most famous landmark in the city, the partition between East and West was torn down in 1989, signaling the beginning of a new era for Germany. You can still view what's left of the wall by walking along the southern border of Wedding. At the Gedenksttte Berliner Mauer site there is a restored segment that's located next to a documentation center where stories of people who have attempted to cross the wall are detailed. At the Sandkrugbrcke, a former border crossing, you can lay a flower on the stone that commemorates the first person to be shot dead trying to escape to the West. The Haus am Checkpoint Charlie has a museum that provides tourists with a comprehensive history of the Wall. Around 3 or 4 PM, wind down in the picturesque Prenzlauer Berg district of Mitte during afternoon kaffee und kuchen, a popular Berlin tradition for coffee and cake.

Visit Historic Moscow on European Vacations

A visit to historic Moscow would make your European vacations even more memorable. The Moscow Kremlin has witnessed many significant events in history, and is now one of the worlds largest museums. Its chambers and cathedrals display a wide array of state regalia from old Russia, valuable iconic pieces, and treasures accrued by Russian czars. On the premises is the Spasskaya Tower, constructed by architect Pietro Antonio Solari in 1491. It stands guard at the main gate of the Kremlin, and is one of the most beautiful structures around. At the Ivanovskaya Square of the Cathedral of Twelve Apostles is the Emperor Cannon. Cast by Andrey Shchokhov in 1586, the cannon is the oldest and largest in the world at 5 meters and 34 centimeters, with the barrels external diameter measuring 120 centimeters and the caliber 890 millimeters. It was made in Moscows Gun Court during the reign of Ivan the Terribles son, Fyodor. A visit to Red Square should complete your Moscow journey.

Spend Winter on Switzerland European Vacations

Switzerland is a wonderland for the winter leg of your European vacations. From the countrys most famous landmark, the Matterhorn, view breathtaking mountain panoramas and quaint villages covered by pure white snow. Many winter activities are available for the entire family: snowboarding, skating, snow shoe trekking, dog sledding, horse sleigh rides, tobogganing, and cross-country skiing. Not too challenging for you?Heart-stopping extreme games opportunities are perfect for those looking for an adrenaline rush. Try out air boarding, which involves going on a high-tech inflatable body board and shifting your weight to steer. Snow kiting is like having your own personal ski lift -- wear skis or a snowboard before you are attached to a kite that carries you through the wind. Only for the bold and adventurous!After an exhausting day of thrilling games, you can head to the heated pool of your hotel to soothe those aching muscles.

European Vacations to Charming Lisbon

The city of Lisbon is a popular destination for people traveling on European vacations. Compared to other capital cities, Lisbon in Portugal is very small yet truly charming and beautiful. A port city, its shores are lined with cobblestone streets, sidewalks accented with mosaics, rolling hills, and pastel-colored houses. Take a relaxing ride on an antique wooden streetcar or hang out at one of the many Art Nouveau cafes. For breathtaking views of the city, go up a 1902 street elevator -- the Elevator de Santa Justa -- moving from Baixa to the steep elevation of Barrio Alto. Continue your path to spectacular scenes by traveling to the viewing platform at the Padro dos Descobrimentos, an awesome 179-foot monument that marks the Age of Discoveries. Dont forget to visit the museum inside and set aside time to go to the Belm Tower, a 100-foot, four-story tower built in the early 16th century from lioz limestone, which played a significant role in the Portuguese maritime achievements in same age.