If Europe were a book, it would be a
hardcover page-turner. Its riveting
historical plot would tell stories of
famous musicians, sculptors and
genius painters; of vintners, bakers
and farmers; of war heroes and
resistance fighters; of royals and
boundary breakers; of irreverent
architects, scientists and seafarers.
Its pages would overflow with alpine
peaks, endless patchworks of farmed
fields and bustling cities, and there
would be a whole chapter on castles
overlooking meandering rivers.
From the Danube to the Rhine, the
rivers of Europe and the countries
through which they run are as scenic
as they are spellbinding.
In Amsterdam, marvel at the iconic
windmills and picturesque fields of
tulips. Visit Germany's largest
Cathedral, the Dom, in Cologne.
From Breisach, venture into Germany's
fabled Black Forest. Explore Prague
— 'the city of a hundred spires' — and
sample some of the world's finest
beers. Take in the vast musical heritage
and magnificent imperial palaces of
Vienna. Experience the healing thermal
waters and flamboyant architecture of
Budapest. Sail through the impressive
Iron Gate bordering Serbia and
Romania in the Lower Danube, then
tour Romania's vibrant capital city,
Bucharest, the centre of Romanian
culture, art, and architecture.
If Europe were a book, you would
never tire of reading it…
H U N G A R I A N PA R L I A M E N T A N D DA N U B E R I V E R ,
B U DA P ES T, H U N G A RY
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