Europe’s rich and fascinating history makes it a popular destination with the millions of visitors it attracts every year. If you’re on a family holiday, brushing up on your knowledge, or just passing through – you’ll be impressed with the well-preserved ruins Europe has to offer.
Whether you’re gracing a luxury villa in Saint Tropez, sailing through in Greece, or ticking off your ‘bucket list’ in Italy, here’s our pick of historic destinations worthy of your time.
Greece has its fair share of ancient ruins, impeccably preserved for generations to enjoy. The Parthenon and Acropolis on the mainland (Athens), might just be the most famous, but it’s equally as enriching to get off the beaten track.
The Greek islands have their fair share of world-class sights, certainly deserving a few hours of your time on vacation.
Mykonos is a haven for party-goers, but it’s also the perfect base to explore the ancient ruins of Delos. Accessible by boat, it’s a fun family day out, and excuse to leave your luxury Mykonos villa.
For more recent history, head to the paradise island of Zakynthos. It’s home to one of the most famous shipwrecks, a fixture on its shoreline for nearly 40 years.
Accessible only via private boat, you pass through blue caves to get to world-famous Navagio Beach where the shipwreck awaits.
From early Greek settlers to the Roman Republic, Naples has a long and proud history that seeps out of every ancient stone.
If you’re staying in a luxury home rental Amalfi Coast, be sure to hire a car to explore the historical sights along the way.
Naples National Archaeological Museum is a great starting place to orientate yourself. Pour over sculptures, artefacts and bronze goods from a bygone era, which never fail to impress. Or, if you feel daring enough, the Catacombs of San Gennaro date back to the fourth century and make for an exciting adventure back in time.
Of course, there’s one main attraction that brings tourists to the region, and that’s Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius. Following the famous eruption in 79 A.D the haunting ruins have been preserved for all time. It’s entirely mesmerising, and certainly a sight you’ll never forget.
Attracting a glamourous crowd, Saint-Tropez is a popular destination with those in the know. But it also has a charming history to uncover too…
Once a sleepy fishing village, Saint-Tropez pays homage to its proud past at the Museum of Maritime History. Nestled in the dungeons of the citadel, it takes you on a journey of its past, paying homage to local fishermen and sailors.
To explore ancient ruins, take a short detour to Frejus – a former naval base in the first century for the Roman empire. Still today the infrastructure stands, making it an impressive ancient site to visit. This includes an amphitheatre, roman baths and much more.
There’s a great deal to uncover in the area. Staying at Villa Gloria affords you all the comforts of luxury, whilst being well placed for exploring all there is to offer.
Visit Global Luxury Villas now, to book your luxury villa residence for your next trip.
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