On your next trip to Europe, go to some of these places. This type of experience can justify a lot of expectations, according to the author Sylvie Bigar, which deals with the detection of such parts of the world.
"These places offer adventure and beauty of the story. "
Here are her top 10 suggestions:
1. Giornico, Switzerland
To experience fully the charm of this place, drive 35 miles from the popular resorts Ascona and Locarno and find the exit to Giornico, which is marked with a stone relic fromthe 14th century. Go down into the valley and you will reach a small river crossed by two stone bridges.
Where to stay: There are no hotels in town, but can stay in the nearby resort of Ascona.
Where to eat: Grotto dei due Ponti has a balcony with river views.
2. Kotor, Montenegro
In the fall, the mist settles in the hills around the Bay of Kotor, so dense that you can not even see blood orange orange trees in front of you. That has not stopped the influx of wealthy Europeans, Brits sell real estate Russians buy farmhouses in the hills and dark-haired, green-eyed people "Black Mountains" (from which Montenegro gets its name) opened restaurants to provide foreigners a taste of Montenegrin stew. The beaches are not yet overcrowded, but it will not stay that way for a long time. Kotor is located 50 miles from the capital Podgorica.
Where to stay: Palazzo Radomiri (doubles from $ 143)
Where to eat: Stara Mlini
3. Norcia, Italy
Here culinary traditions are preserved. Pecorino cheese is grown two years, trained dogs are looking for black truffles in the forests, and the honey is collected from red wildflowers. You should try and prosciutto pending before the stores. Butchers it prepared by methods that are mastered in 800 ages.
Where to stay :The hotel Palazzo Seneca, located in the castle from 16th century.
4. St.Mawes, England
In this quiet fishing village, fishermen sell their produce on the pier, and at night you will find them to drink corn beer Betty Stogs, playing snooker. Located a 5-6 hour drive from London.
Where to stay: Hotel Tresanton (doubles from $ 395) overlooking the bay and offer a boat to explore it.
Where to eat: Lunch at Café Chandlers e mandatory. Leave yourself room for a dessert.
5. Hall in Tiroll, Austria
Take a 10-minute train ride from Innsbruck to what feels like the Middle Ages. Hall in Tiroll, created in 1303, remained unusually intact thanks to the medieval embankment and heritage of the region from the extraction of salt. (Enough cash flow means that the buildings are constructed of the best materials.) But the allure comes from its surroundings: the Alps, with hiking and ski trails abound.
Where to stay: Schlosshotel Goldener Engl (doubles from $ 208)
Where to eat: Pipistrello, bar, wine and schnapps.
6. Marvão, Portugal
Located in the southeastern part of the Alentejo region of Portugal. The city is centered around a Moorish castle, which was Christianized in the 13th century. The complex stands on top of a rocky hill dominating are red-tile roofs of houses and monasteries that are scattered on curved streets.
Where to stay: Pousada Santa Maria (doubles from $ 102), a small hotel with a restaurant built by foundry and two houses from the 13th century.
7.Roundstone, Ireland
No blueberries that are tastier than those in Roundstone, but even those who do not love them will find a reason to love this place. Climb Errisbeg Hill for better views of the Connemara Narional Park.
Where to stay: Cashel House Hotel (doubles from $ 220) is just a few miles.
Where to eat: In the hotel or in O'Dowds
8.Getaria, Spain
The port is known for its seafood, baby squid and halibut from the Bay of Biscay and then grill a la plancha. Main course meal on weekends noon when locals fill grills dressed in cream cashmere.
Where to stay: Saiaz Getaria (doubles from $ 115) overlooking the beach.
Where to eat: Book a table at a restaurant Elkano. One of the most revered grills in Spain.
9. St.-Geniès, France
This is the home of two of the most coveted delicacies in France - foie gras and truffles. St.-Geniès has special market days. Located two hours from Bordeaux. You can take a bike and explore the area. You will not regret it.
10.Kardamili, Greece
If you have heard stories about mountains and white sand beaches in the region Mani and and it's worth to go there you're not alone. People are turning to destination for authentic experience - a typical Greek salad and moussaka.
Where to stay: Elias Hotel (doubles from $ 155) overlooking the olive groves.
Where to eat: Lela's Taverna typical Greek dishes.
Source: Business Insider
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