Points of Interest of the Mediterranean
From viticulture and art to science and democracy, historians credit the establishment of modern civilization to the countries along the southern coast of Europe. The “Old World†is without a doubt a land rich in history. If you lay in the sun on the beaches of Spain and Italy, study the historical sights of Greece and Jerusalem, or enjoy the wonder of Santorini and the Greek Islands, the memories will last a lifetime. Ancient Rome is still evident in the city’s Pantheon and Colosseum, and the breathtaking St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City is a must-see. Lovers of architectural design will enjoy a stop in Barcelona to see Antoni Gaudi’s unforgettable for more travelling work. Wine and food lovers will welcome the opportunity to stop in some of the world’s top wine-producing regions: Port in Portugal, Chianti in Italy, and Provence in France. ` Amble along the romantic waterways in Venice. Those traveling along Croatia’s Adriatic coast will want to stop in the UNESCO World Heritage site of Dubrovnik, with its ancient walls surrounding the city still largely unchanged. A visit to the “Old World†countries in Europe will surely motivate you to brush up on your history.