TOP 5 SUNNIEST PLACES IN EUROPE
The hottest locations in Europe aren't usually the most apparent places to go on vacation. The two months of July and August are the warmest in Europe, and they may be extremely hot in southern Europe.
Valletta, Malta
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With an annual average daily temperature of 22.3°C, Valletta, Malta, is the hottest place in Europe. In addition to being one of the most breathtakingly beautiful capital towns in Europe, Valletta is also one of the tiniest. You might be surprised to learn that Valletta, which is only 1 km long and 600 m broad, has a lot to offer for such a little city.
A distinctive experience is Valletta. In my opinion, no other city can compare to its outstanding balance between an old city and a modern, energetic environment. With breath-taking vistas on both sides and a size that makes navigating relatively simple, it is situated between two harbours. Valletta offers a different experience. No other city, in my our opinion, can match its exceptional harmony between a historic city and a modern, vibrant setting.
Valletta comes to life at night, becoming almost ethereal and lovely while still being alive with people strolling the streets and taking advantage of the numerous wine bars and outdoor eating options. The Grand Harbour is beautifully viewed from the majority of eateries. The centre of nightlife for American and British military personnel was the reconstructed Strait Street, also known as Strada Stretta in Maltese. It is currently a bustling area with unique pubs, live music, and a positive energy.
Athens, Greece
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Greece's capital is Athens. It was also the centre of the mighty civilisation and empire known as Ancient Greece. The Acropolis, a hilltop fortress topped with historic structures like the collonaded Parthenon temple, is one of the city's most iconic attractions that dates back to the fifth century BC. Ancient Greek sculptures, vases, jewellery, and other artefacts are preserved at the National Archaeological Museum and the Acropolis Museum, respectively.
Athens' cultural and social life takes place in, around, and within centuries-old or even millennia-old landmarks. Of all, democracy is the reason why Ancient Greece's ruins are given the most attention. Also theatre, philosophy, and mythology. Don't ignore the "latter" years, though, such as the Byzantine churches that still stand unmoved and squat in the middle of streets and are affixed to slopes. Both the architecture and the cuisine have Ottoman influences. And the 19th-century neoclassical design gives beauty to the entire centre.
Along the Attica peninsula, past Athens, are other magnificent ancient sites like the Temple of Poseidon at Sounion and the location of Ancient Eleusis, as well as excellent beaches like those close to the famous Marathon. You could go from west to east in less than an hour, but a leisurely road trip to, say, a thermal lake or a monastery with stunning Byzantine mosaics is far more enjoyable. Most of these unexpected places can be accessed by public transportation, including some fantastic beaches if you'd prefer not to drive.
Athans’ annual temperature is an average of 22ºC.
Rome, Italy
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The ancient Romans referred to Rome as the "Eternal City" because they thought that no matter what occurred elsewhere in the globe, Rome would always stand. You will travel back in time to the "glory that was Rome" by exploring the city centre on foot while surrounded by magnificent structures and enormous ruins.
Rome is the third most visited city in Europe and the fourteenth in the world due to its unmatched history. Visitors from all around the world come here because they are eager to see the city's magnificent structures and ancient sites, not to mention its world-famous food and bustling environment.
Visitors can easily picture the gladiators fighting for their lives in the arena while being applauded by the audience when seeing the Colosseum. Travellers can imagine the chariots colliding in the Circus Maximus as they compete to be first in the race, and they can envision Roman public life in the Roman Forum.
Rome’s average temperature is 21.4ºC.
Barcelona, spain
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Spain's Catalonia region's cosmopolitan capital, Barcelona, is renowned for its art and architecture. The city is filled with modernist structures, including the spectacular Sagrada Famlia cathedral.
Barcelona is a beautiful seaside city with a rich culture, legendary architecture, and a top-notch nightlife. The architectural gems of Barcelona date back more than 2000 years. Ancient city walls, colossal temple columns, and underground stone passages offer a glimpse inside Barcino during the Roman era. Take a stroll through the shaded streets of the Gothic quarter, through serene plazas and towering 14th-century cathedrals, to travel back in time around a thousand years to the Middle Ages.
The Mediterranean's deep blue waters allures. Beaches bathed in sunlight provide a lovely setting for a jog, bike ride, or long, leisurely stroll down the shore, followed by a cool plunge. On the sea, you may also take in the scenery while kayaking, or relaxing on a sunset cruise. The sloping, forested Collserola hills, which tower behind the city, offer a picturesque location for hiking, mountain biking, or simply taking in the vista. The hilltop Montjuc, which is closer to the city centre, provides unlimited exploration opportunities among botanic and sculpture gardens, a mediaeval castle, and top-notch museums with 360-degree vistas at every turn.
Marseille, France
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In Marseille, a thrivingly diverse port city with a history dating back to ancient Greece and a legitimate claim to the title of France's second city, grit and grandeur live in perfect harmony. Since its 2013 tenure as the European Capital of Culture, this Provençal coastline's "black sheep" has grown more self-assured. A pair of magnificent new museums are only the most obvious manifestation of an almost tangible optimism and self-belief.
The bustling Vieux Port (old port), filled mast to mast with yachts and pleasure craft, is the beating heart of Marseille. The historic Le Panier neighbourhood, which is the oldest part of the city, lies just uphill. The République neighbourhood, with its chic shops and Haussmannian structures, and the Joliette neighbourhood, home to Marseille's iconic Cathédrale de Marseille Notre Dame de la Major, are both worthwhile explorations as well.