Spring has arrived, and it's time to stretch out after the winter chill and set off to explore new, previously unknown horizons. The spring months are the best time for traveling around Europe. The weather is beautiful outside, and cities transform after their winter slumber. We will tell you about 5 popular European cities that are worth visiting this spring.
Paris
In spring, all Paris attractions look particularly festive and solemn. Cherry trees and chestnuts bloom in the parks and squares, fountains resume their operation, cafes set up outdoor terraces. Spring in Paris is made for long, leisurely walks, shopping, and exploring local attractions.
What to do?
- Visit Versailles. In April, the singing fountains start operating in Versailles, and the alleys and flower beds delight the eye with a riot of colors. Spring is the most comfortable time to explore the grounds of the royal palace.
- Participate in a marathon. Paris hosts a 42-kilometer race with 50,000 participants. If you're not up for testing your own endurance, attend the event as a spectator. This year, the marathon will take place on April 9th.
- Visit the Foire du Trone fair, which takes place in the suburbs of the French capital. The history of this event dates back over 100 years. It's one of the most atmospheric fairs in France, featuring rides, treats, and entertainment for everyone.
- Feel like a Parisian. Head to the narrow streets where there are no crowds of tourists and enjoy the freshness and spring warmth in open cafes over a cup of coffee or a glass of Chardonnay.
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Amsterdam
Where to go in Amsterdam in spring? Of course, you should head to the parks, closer to nature, where at this time of the year the main flowers of the Netherlands - tulips - fill all available spaces! Visiting this Dutch city in spring is equivalent to visiting the ski resorts of the Alps in winter.
During this season, Amsterdam, like all other European capitals, transforms beyond recognition and awaits true beauty aficionados and adventure seekers.
What to do?
- Visit the famous Keukenhof tulip park. This unique place is located forty kilometers from Amsterdam. The tulip blooming period here lasts from the second half of March to mid-May. The park astonishes with its scale and scope. It's a must-visit for everyone, regardless of your interest in flowers and gardening. Endless tulip fields stretching beyond the horizon and neat floral compositions of every shade await you.
- Explore the city by bicycle. Amsterdam is considered a city of cyclists. There are bicycle lanes everywhere, and with the arrival of spring, the streets are filled with people on two-wheeled transport. Don't miss the opportunity to engage in this healthy and fascinating activity.
- Savor the salted herring. Herring is one of the traditional fast foods of Amsterdam, as a port city. Locals say that the tastiest herring is caught at the end of May.
- Admire Van Gogh's paintings. The famous artist is renowned for his bright and sunny canvases. At the museum dedicated to this genius, visitors will find his best works.
Cordoba
Cordoba - an atmospheric city in Spain. Visitors here are greeted by traditional tiled roofs, centuries-old buildings, and colorful entertainment. Summer in Cordoba comes with unbearable heat, but spring - the perfect time to enjoy strolls through ancient streets.
What to do?
- Attend the flower festival and take the most colorful selfies. Every May, Cordoba transforms into a multicolored mosaic. Balconies and house walls shimmer with the bright colors of living flowers. No other European city is decorated with such diligence. Sometimes it's hard to see the house behind the lushly blooming bushes. A unique spectacle that must be seen with your own eyes.
- Learn about Cordoba's Muslim past. The city has a very interesting history. Once upon a time, Cordoba was a Muslim center. Since then, many fascinating attractions have been preserved, including the Caliphate baths, the Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba, Medina, and others.
- Walk through the shady courtyards "patio", which helped local nobles escape from the heat.
- Try dishes with jamón in one of the restaurants.
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Seville
Seville - a festive city in Spain, the birthplace of flamenco, a sun-drenched city. One could endlessly attribute many adjectives to Seville, but it's better to visit here in spring and see their truthfulness for yourself.
What to do?
- Visit the Seville Fair. The fair in Seville is a festivity celebrated by the whole city and hundreds of thousands of tourists from around the world. It's the main event of the year in the region. The fair takes place annually and coincides with the Easter holidays (April-May). Seville's fair is a vibrant event with concerts, costumed performances, and public festivities. Don't forget to book a hotel in Seville in advance. Rooms get sold out a month before the fair.
- Take a flamenco lesson or just join the street dancers and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of this passionate dance.
- Visit a bullfight. The Seville bullfight is considered the most spectacular in Spain.
- Enjoy Spanish tapas. It's worth noting that Seville is considered the birthplace of tapas - the famous snack served with wine or beer in every local bar. Tapas range from simple salty nuts, olives, chips to full dishes like "pincho moruno" - a pork skewer.
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Rimini
Rimini - a resort city on the Adriatic coast. Panoramic shots of wide beaches with neat rows of colorful umbrellas are familiar to many. It's the most popular seaside resort in the region. Of course, the beach season here starts in the summer, but along with the warmth, millions of tourists arrive. If you want to enjoy the fresh sea air and deserted beaches, then visit Rimini in spring.
What to do?
- Wander along the beach. Despite numerous interesting places, Rimini is considered a seaside city, and its main local attraction - the coastline. The length of the shoreline is fifteen kilometers - something to be proud of.
- Taste local specialties. Rimini is located in the Emilia-Romagna region, known as the birthplace of such famous delicacies as Parmesan, Parma ham, and Mortadella sausage.
- Follow in Federico Fellini's footsteps. The city has several places marked with the plaque "Federico Fellini was here," which will surely be appreciated by all fans of the great director's work.
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