Explore Europe’s most unusual, hidden, and fascinating places. From fairy-tale villages and dramatic coastlines to mysterious ancient sites, surreal landscapes, abandoned towns, and quirky architectural wonders — discover the strange, beautiful, and lesser-known destinations that make Europe unforgettable. Whether you’re planning a weekend trip or exploring the continent’s remote corners, this guide highlights Europe’s most unique, unusual, and breathtaking spots.
The Cologne Cathedral has been a stoic witness to countless tumultuous historical events. Construction began on the towering church in the mid-1200s. The cathedral was finally completed in 1880, thanks to a renewed interest in Medieval architecture and culture. French troops housed barn animals within the cathedral’s walls in the late 1700s when the church…
When most people think of iconic red rock formations, they envision Bryce Canyon in Utah, or the towering rocks surrounding Sedona, Arizona. Radan Mountain in Serbia is home to some of the world’s most impressive red rock formations. Legend states that dueling devils fighting to exert demonic influence over the surrounding lands created the tall,…
To modern travelers, the Natural Park of the Ampezzo Dolomites appears as a pristine nature preserve surrounded by stately, pointy mountains. There are waterfalls, evergreen forests, and wild foxes. Astute visitors may notice that there are also a series of man-made tunnels, evidence of detonated grenades, heavy gunfire, and other somber reminders that some of…
The English city of Nottingham is most famous for being the home of mythical Robin Hood and his band of mischievous yet gold-hearted Merry Men. Nottingham is also home to a vast network of man-made caves that were arduously carved out of sandstone during the early Middle Ages. Archeologists estimate that there are over 800…
Italy is a beautiful country with so many amazing cities to explore. And it is not surprising that traveling to this European gem has long been the dream of many people around the world. Italy has a rich history and deserves the closest attention. It would be impossible for you not to fall in love…
Lanzarote Island—a small Spanish island located near North Africa—is truly a world unto itself. Lanzarote Island features desolate volcanic fields, one of the world’s finest geothermal-powered restaurants, and a cave system that was spruced up by an artist who was pals with Andy Warhol. If you have ever wondered what a chicken leg would taste…
Ireland‘s Bull Rock Island simply doesn’t look real. Bull Rock Island features a defunct lighthouse and a large abandoned stone building that looks like a natural outcropping of the jagged rocks that surround it. Bull Rock Island’s most stunning attribute is a natural arch large enough for boats to pass through. Irish folklore states that…
Many centuries ago, two Greek Orthodox priests from the city of Athens were traveling through a remote mountain range in Turkey. The priests stumbled upon an icon of the Virgin Mary in a cave. The two Greek priests were so inspired by what they saw that they decided to construct a church in honor of…