Quick Summary: Europe is home to some of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Countries like the United Kingdom, France, and Italy attract millions of visitors from all over the globe each year. These countries have huge amounts of history behind them, with each one boasting its own unique heritage, culture, cuisine, and long lists of historic sites, landmarks, attractions, and more. In recent times, lesser-known European destinations have started to step into the spotlight and have seen a major surge in tourist numbers. Croatia is a key example, with this stunning nation standing on the boundary between Central and Southeast Europe and having a huge list of activities and breathtaking sites for visitors to enjoy.


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