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10 Most Beautiful Villages in Europe
10 Most Beautiful Villages in Europe
Bosa is a small, picturesque seaside town located on a small hill in the Northwest coast
of Sardinia city in Italy. It is built around an impressive medieval castle called ‘Castello
Malaspina’. Temo River, the only navigable river in Sardinia city also rung through Bosa
town. This magical small town is also famed for its heritage, culture and architectural
beauty.
The vivid, multicolored houses in the backdrop of the Malaspina castle in the town are
truly a breathtaking scene. At Sa Costa district, in the historic center of Bosa town you
can see amazing medieval streets and stone staircases. You can also find amenities
like cafes, restaurants and bars at the historic center of the town.
From the hilltop Malaspina castle you can enjoy the beauty of the Bosa town at its best.
Apart from the architectural beauty Bosa is also a peaceful city. The local are so
friendly. There is also a numerous beaches near the town. The Bosa Marina is the
nearest and cleanest beach near Bosa town. The architectural beauty, cultural and
historical value of the Bosa town also attracts the visitors from around the world.
8. Marsaxlokk, Malta
Marsaxlokk is a traditional fishing village located in the Southeastern part of Malta. This
village is famed for its fishing market and colorful boats bobbing on its harbor. These
boats are named as ‘Luzzus’ and have great significance in the day to day life of the
village. They also have a long history. The locals have been used Luzzus since 800
B.C.
You can see mythical eyes of Osiris painted on each Luzzus. Locals believed that the
painted eyes of God can protect their boats from the evil.
Marsaxlokk is also a historically important village. The Tag-Silg hill of Marsaxlokk
contain the remains of a megalithic temple. Many Bronze Age tools have been also
found from this hill.
On all Sundays the Marsaxlokk fish market gets crowded. As Marsaxlokk a nice fishing
village you can enjoy delicious seafood there. This village has a number of good
restaurants and cafes.
5. Giethoorn, Netherlands
Giethoorn is a pretty, peaceful village located in Overijssel province of the Netherlands.
It is a car free village. Instead of roads you can find beautiful canals in this village. Just
like in Venice the lands of Giethoorn are linked together by around 150 bridges. As this
village has so much similarities with Venice it has been nicknamed as The Venice of
Netherlands.
The Giethoorn village is so peaceful and greenish. Unlike the crowded cities you can
enjoy a profound silence in this village. It is completely free from noisy cars.
You can get around this beautiful village by foot, bicycle or a canoe. Giethoorn has 98
km long canoe trails. The electric boats available for hire in this village are also free
from noise. It is environmental friendly and nicknamed as ‘whisper boasts’.
Giethoorn is also one of the greenest places in the Netherlands. It is surrounded by vast
De Weerribben-Wieden National park and home to many trees. So the atmosphere in
the Giethoorn village is also very clean like its surroundings.
2. Hallstatt, Austria
Situated between scenic Lake Hallstatt and towering Dachstein mountains Hallstatt is a
spectacular Alpine village that worth visiting. This unbelievably beautiful lakeside village
is one of the most photographed locations in Austria. Apart from the beautiful settlement
this village has great historical significance. Hallstatt has one of oldest salt mines in the
world.
The salt deposits in the village have found as early as the 2nd century B.C. The
museum in the Hallstatt village is also home to 7000 years old artifacts. Considering the
historical importance and architectural beauty UNESCO has been recognized the Alpine
region of Hallstatt-Dachstein as a world heritage site in 1997.
You can feel a very calm atmosphere as you walk around the Hallstatt. This village is
free from noise of vehicles. The streets in the village are narrow and clean. Almost all
houses in Hallstatt made of wood and look amazing. The village has many interesting
sights to offer. Boat riding in Lake Hallstatte is a main tourist activity in the village. The
view of Hallstatt from the lake is also an amazing sight.