Best Modern Art Museums in Europe

A trip to Europe is, in many cases, a good reason to go back to the roots of the Western culture, admire some old churches and castles, concentrate to link together the history puzzle parts scattered all over the place and wear off one or two pairs of shoes along the interminable halls of the museums.

Non-Europeans usually associate the old continent with a kind of classical beauty: they always tend to see the castles, monuments, old historic centers rather the modern, dynamic part of Europe.  Many people also tend to forget that Europe has some of the best modern and contemporary art galleries in the world, where a Brancusi or Picasso will sit beside some mind-blowing art installation.

For the art buffs in search for the latest artistic trends (and not only), here are some European modern art museums that you cannot miss: …

Top 5 Best Music Festivals in Eastern Europe

Planning a Euro trip this summer? Well, in case you’re thinking about Eastern or South Eastern Europe , you might just get the vacation of a lifetime. Most of these countries are still a relatively new ground for the western tourists and, in addition to their rich culture and even more interesting history, they are also much cheaper to visit.

With the money you’ll be spending during a week in Paris or London, you can stay for one month in Eastern Europe, visit much of its beauties and even get to see your favorite bands. In the latest years, the Eastern European countries have made a tradition in bringing the best rated artists and bands to play on their stages. If you are determined to combine budget traveling with a unique cultural experience and some of the best festivals on the Old Continent, here are some suggestions: …

Unique Budapest views

Budapest

The capital of Hungary, Budapest, is a city doesn’t actually require a lot of information. A simple panoramic picture of Budapest is enough to determine you to pack your bags and take the first plane there. With a scenic display of historic buildings and palaces along the shores of the Danube River, a rich cultural inheritance and a legendary nightlife, Budapest is a must on the list of European attractions. …

Hungary: Travel Planner

One of Budapest’s many baths

Regardless of the destination, every journey has its charms. When it comes to Hungary, the traveler is about to discover an unrivalled culture, situated at the crossroads of Eastern and Western Europe which boast of history-soaked monuments, a buzzing capital city divided in two parts by the Danube, matchless puszta (Hungarian plains) dotted with rare species of plants and the mouth-watering, yet spicy goulash. And the list filled with surprises doesn’t stop here. A trip to Hungary can impress even the most pretentious, cold-hearted travelers with the country’s natural scenery braided with impressive architecture and glossy shops. If you were to visit this kidney-shaped land, there are some places you cannot miss out in order to capture the Hungarian spirit, their lifestyle and the culture they built. …