Attractive landscapes are the worth visiting thickly forested Carpathian Mountains, the largest marshland of the continent – the Danube Delta, and beaches of the beaches stretching 70 km (43 miles) on the Black Sea Coast. The nation’s valleys and mountain slopes are home to many of the relaxing health and winter resorts.

Tourists enjoy exploring the cultural heritage in the Saxon towns of Transylvania, also holding the Dracula famed Bran Castle, the tinted monasteries of Bucovina, and the pastoral settlement of Maramures. Some titles of honor to its urban and medieval cities have been the pride of the inhabitants here that further act as tourist pullers. Bucharest, the capital of Romania has been crowned with an epithet of ‘Paris of the Balkans’, while the striking ancient city of Sibiu in Transylvania was honored as the ‘European Capital of Culture 2007’.

Tourists’ Attractions

• Bucharest
  Wonder at the Ceausescu’s Palace of Parliament that emerges from the city as a mammoth cake for its colossal size and extraordinary amenities. You will consider yourself as lucky to be among the ones who have discovered this second largest building after the Pentagon on Earth. After this, you can trip ahead to the palaces of Mogosoaia, Buftea, and Heresti and ancient buildings and monasteries in Snagov, Cernica, Pasarea, Caldarusani, and Tiganesti. To add to your list of visits, go out for a stroll in the most vital streets – Calea Victoriei (Victory Road) offering The Vernescu House and Boulevards, Gh. Magheru, Carol I, Calea Mosilor, Calea Dorobantilor, and Soseaua Kiseleff.

• Constanta
  Discovered in the 6th century B.C., this is the Greek/Byzantine port. Also, do make a visit to the veer inland that offers exciting archaeological sites – the historic Greek city ruins of Histria, Tomis, and Callatis.
• Bran Castle
  Also known as the Dracula castle, this is the renowned home of the medieval king, Vlad the Impaler, who encouraged Bram Stoker’s novel, Dracula.

• Sibiu
  This is a must see city of the Transylvanian Saxons. You can expect here the ancient four walls, medieval 40 towers, and some spectacular museums of Romania amidst the beautiful blue, red, apricot, and green colored homes. In addition, do not miss the several attractive UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Saxon fortified churches – the outstanding being the Biertan Church that proudly rests on the summit of a hill ignoring the Biertan village.
• Monasteries of Bucovina
  This is a must trekking visit in Moldavia covering Voronet, Sucevita, Moldovita, and Humor. Listed as the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, these monuments are adorned with frescoes on their exteriors. Kindly note that you can see them only during daytime.
• Cultural Exploration
  Do join a restaurant or a hotel to look out for traditional folk music and dance.
• Water Sports
  Try this out on the white sandy and family friendly beaches of the Black Sea Coast. The main locations are Constanta, Costinesti, Eforie Nord, Eforie Sud, Jupiter, Mamaia, Mangalia, Navodari, Neptun, Olimp, Saturn, Techirghiol, Venus, and Aurora.
• Thermal Springs
  Revitalize yourself by experiencing the thermal springs possessing medicinal properties, salt waters, and mud of Lake Techirghiol.
• Spas
  Retrieve yourself from pains by indulging Riviera spas such as Mangalia, Eforie, and Neptun. Further, you can also rest at the well-resourced spa towns such as Baile Felix or Baile Herculane in west Romania.
• Carpathian Mountains
  These ranges of dense forests offer hiking and horse riding.

• Skiing and Bob-sleighing
  Skiing is best offered in winter at the Poiana Brasov and Predeal in Eastern Europe, while bob-sleighing can be a thrilling experience at Semenic and Sinaia.
• Fagaras and Retezat Ranges
  These mountainous ranges offer splendid lakes that have the capability to calm you down.
• Caves
  There are more than 10,000 caves in Romania out of which several are in the Apuseni, Bihor, and Mehedinti areas.

• The Danube Delta
  A biosphere reservation, do explore the trip of a cruise to watch more than 300 species of birds and foxes, otters, wildcats, and boars, which forms a sprawling span of wilds. Even this is listed as the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Maramures
  This is a scenic parish settlement that holds villages of Budesti, Sirbi and Calinesti famous for their wooden churches and conventional activities.
• Shopping
  If you love to shop, do not forget to bring national crafts at home that can be woodcarving, pottery, ceramics, wooden architecture, and glass paintings. You can find all these items from any part of the nation.

The famous vibrant capital of Lisbon and its neighbor of north Porto are wonderful sights that offer scenic environs, wide plazas, quaint trams as the old but exciting means of transport, assorted restaurants, rich boutiques, and refreshing cafes. On the other hand, the minor settlements are fascinating in their own way that provide medieval quarters in towns of Evora, Coimbra, Guimaraes, and Braga.

Talking about the scenic landscapes that can be explored in the outskirts of the towns, visitors can discover the stone villages in the mountains or can dwell in the southern coast shore for some relaxation. Spectacular scenes of barren cliffs to sandy beaches lie across the shoreline.

Conceivably, the most memorable experience is an overnight hang about at some of the most gorgeous surroundings. These venues range from rehabilitated medieval monasteries extending mansions, stylish beach resorts, to metropolitan cottages established at the core of the ancient environs.

Tourists’ Attractions

• Lisbon:
  Holding the largest oceanarium of Europe, this capital city offers many scenic views on its hilltops, cafe culture in chic Chiado, and the Parque das Nacoes museum that display a strange collection of civic art.

• Belem:
  This amazing site of Torre de Belem is situated close to the legendary area that was marked by Vasco da Gama for his sail on the journey of discoveries. The famous Jeronimos Monastery is also nearby.
• Sintra:
  This is the town listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Enclosed by wooded hillsides, do visit this town and its summer abode of the Portuguese royal family along with the Monserrate gardens.
• Cabo de Sao Vicente:
  Do watch the dramatic scenes of the cliff top heights and rocky beaches.
• Evora:
  A walled medieval region, this town offers a Roman temple, a cathedral, and scenic plazas.
• Mosteiro de Santa Maria (Monastery of Batalha):
  Spectacularly exhibiting the Portugal style of exterior carving, this is a gothic Manueline work that marked the victory against Spain in the Battle of Aljubarrota in 1385 A.D.

• Braga:
  This is the miniature city known as the spiritual core of the Portuguese. Attractions here are baroque churches, an extensive cathedral, and Roman ruins. The traditional religious festivals are observed here all the way through the year, among them the most famous one being the Holy Week.
• Knights Templar Castle:
  Situated in Tomar, it displays captivating medieval remnants and is the home of the Convent of the Order of Christ that stands among the Portugal’s creative historical monuments.
• Ribeira:
  Located in Porto, this UNESCO World Heritage site offers neo classical Stock Exchange Palace, romanesque-gothic Cathedral, and splendid views along the lively harbor of Cais da Ribeira.
• Guimaraes:
  Once the historic capital, this region is said to be the birthplace of the Portuguese realm. Do visit the castle ruins above its narrow, paved streets and the past palace of the Dukes of Braganca.
• Coa Valley Archaeological Park:
  This offers an outstanding series of rock carvings belonging to the Upper Palaeolithic era between 22,000-10,000 B.C. Even this is the part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Coimbra:
  This is a beautiful town that holds even today the most ancient and adored university of Portuguese. Fully lush with the Portuguese culture, do visit the medieval churches and medieval alleyways that surrounds and adorn the town that vibrates with the students buzzing in the daytime.
• Tavira:
  This is the scenic area located on the banks of the River Gilhao that is considered as among the most ancient and unblemished towns of Algarve. Do visit the gothic and Renaissance churches, the seven-arched Roman bridge, old ramparts, and the unspoiled island beach.
• Alfama:
  Appearing as a district of maze that is illusion thrown by its narrow lanes of steep stairs, this region offers churches, conventional taverns, and an exciting old tram.
• Peneda-Geres:
  This is the only national park of the country offering scenic mountains, ancient stone villages, and sports adventures.
• Algarve:
  Offering you a warm coastline with some attractive beaches, this area allures visitors to spend some in relaxing, dipping in the waters, or soaking in sunlight.

• Water Sports:
  Try out scuba diving, surfing, windsurfing, or kite surfing at any of the water sports centres situated besides the shoreline.
• Horse Riding:
  Offering several riding centres, the nation is famous for its sport at Estremadura.
• Festivals:
  Lisbon’s festival of St. Anthony celebrated on 12th and 13th June and Braga’s festival of St. John observed on 23rd and 24th June are the famous ones. The other conventional festivals that offer dancing and feasting are conducted all round the year.
• Fado Music:
  Do hear to this traditional form at the impressive bars and clubs of Lisbon or Coimbra.
• Fatima:
  Holding a holy shrine, this spot is a vital Roman Catholic pilgrimage since 1917 following a legend that the Virgin Mary emerged in front of a children group. Do not miss the torchlight processions held on 13th May and 13th October.
• Golf:
  The nation offers to its golf lovers a range of championship golf courses in the south with more than 20 in the Algarve only.
• Estoril:
  This offers the worldwide popular Estoril racetrack that is situated on the Atlantic coast located at a small distance from Lisbon. Tourists can enjoy the car or motorcycle races held here.

Enclosed by Sweden on its west, Norway on north, and Russia to the east, the state holds trees that in count are far more than its population. The 69% of the northern coniferous region itself is occupied by the pine forests, while the south and southwest are covered pine, fir, and birch. In Lapland to its far north, the spread dwarf birches take you to the Arctic tundra. Being managed from a long time, the national forests offer timber that is required for furniture, paper, fibreboards, domestic heating, and warming 1.6 million saunas.

If on one side the nation provides amazing opportunities for trekkers, mountain-bikers, cross-country skiers, and water sports enthusiasts; on the other hand, 35 national parks scattered 8,000 sq. km. offer spot birds, reindeer, elks, and bears. Finland is famous for its technological innovations, the renowned one being Nokia.

Finland Tourist Attractions

• Helsinki:
  This is the capital of Finland that offers parks, forests, and water. For the historians, its marvelous architecture exhibits its Russian and Swedish events and contemporary structures are the gift of Finnish designers. It attracts tourists with its splendid museums, better quality shopping, and the Suomenlinna Maritime Fortress listed as the World Heritage site.

• Turku:
  This is the most ancient town that stands across the Aland Sea in Sweden. Attractions here are its medieval fortress, cathedral, several captivating museums, and a boat trip in night along the Aurajoki River.
• Lakeland:
  Known as the Heart of Finland, this is an adventurous site for swimmers, canoeists, and boating. It is also famous for its serene tranquility of sunsets.
• Karelia:
  This district offers Orthodox Christian culture, conventional villages, and religious festivals whose origin dates back to centuries. The region is divided by the Russian border and is also the spiritual site of the Kalevala – an epic Finnish poem.
• Aland Islands:
  This is the region that is adjacent to Sweden culturally and geographically, this offers a pleasing sea legacy, oldest churches, and cycling and water sports in summers.
• Jyvaskyla:
  This is an attractive Lakeland university offering buildings belonging to the proud 20th century architecture – Alvar Aalto. Further, Jyvaskyla has also hosted the recent World Rally Championship.
• Savonlinna:
  After exploring the opportunities for camping, bird watching, and water sports on its forests and lakes, do visit its medieval fortress and its summer opera festival in July.

• Lapland:
  This is the Arctic North that is famous for its overwhelming wilderness, Sami culture, three amazing national parks, and some 3,00,000 reindeer.
• Inari:
  This is a miniature hamlet and capital of Sami culture in Lapland. This offers the eye-catching Siida museum of Sami culture and the wilderness church where reindeer herders meet. For trekkers and gold panners, the close by Lemmonjoki National Park is ideal and is the largest in the nation.
• Rovaniemi:
  A region to access Lapland, this is a place for children where sites are themed on the Santa Claus. Do visit the Rovaniemi’s Arktikum where you can become familiar with the ecology and anthropology of the Arctic region and explore the iced-up life of Lapland.
• Kuopio:
  This is famous for its outdoor activities in the lakes and forests, particularly, ski jumping and cross-country skiers in the winter trails at Puijo Hill.
• Kilpisjarvi:
  Lying between Sweden and Norway, just trek from this hamlet to reach the Saana or Haltia Fell – the highest peak that offers a stunning scene covering the three countries.
• Pohjanmaa:
  Located along the west coast near Vaasa, this area is also known as Ostrobothnia. Attractions here are long beaches, forested islands with elks, and pretty wooden villages such as Jakobstad and Kristinestad.
• Oulu:
  This is among the most captivating cities in Finland during summers where you are invited by the stalls full of wild berries and seasonal items. Do not forget to visit the Hailuoto Island that is situated offshore as the home of birds.
• Trekking:
  Do take your hiking boots and use them on one of finest trekking routes particularly interesting in Lapland. Do so in early autumn when trees and vegetation sprung up exhibiting multiple colors for the Ruska season.
• Skiing:
  The most thrilling time for this sport is during the icy winters when cross-country skiing is what one can look for. Offering many tracks throughout its area, Finland also has tracks in its national parks. For downhill skiing and snowboarding, access the hills of Lapland.
• Water Sports:
  These include water-skiing, jet skiing, and sailing on the superb more than 1000 lakes of the Lakeland region. Skiing is both memorable on snow and waters. All facilities are provided by several holiday cottages and outdoor centres.
• Dog Sledding:
  This is famous in the traditional and snowy Arctic region and its several centres exist in Lapland along with Harriniva. The first Arctic Barents Race will occur through Russia, Finland, Sweden, and Norway in 2010.
• Saunas:
  Lighten yourself in a typical steamy sauna experience in hotels and holiday cottages. The most famous ones are offered by the Kotiharjun public sauna in Helsinki’s Kallio district and the Jätkänkämppä smoke sauna in periphery of Kuopio.
• Polar Night Lights:
  Referring to the captivating Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis), these rays reach until skies and make you feel as there is some light show going on in the sky. This occurs at the polar night (kaamos) – November to May.
• Midsummer:
  This is the time when sun seems to never go down the horizon and during which the region enjoys 24-hour daylight. Thousands of native people flock to their mokkit (summer cottages) to make holiday in outdoors.
• Festivals:
  In Oulu, air-guitarists participate in strange rock mimes, while in the Wife-Carrying World Championships in Sonkajarvi, husbands pull their wives. In Naantali, every 27th July observed as the Sleepyhead Day, the laziest inhabitant is thrown into the sea.
• Canoeing and Rafting:
  This is possible due to lakes and rivers. Best sites are Saimaa, Lake Oulujarvi, and Lake Inari for paddlers, while for white-water rafting; sites are Kukkolankoski rapids and Oulanka National Park.

• Design Tours:
  Finland is world wide popular for its designer tours of Helsinki, architectural tours, jewelry, ceramics, glassware, and traditional wooden structures tours too.