Due
to the long period of colonization, immortalized by the British,
French, Spanish, German and Portuguese, all over the world there are
places where you can feel like in Europe.
What is surprising is that the colonial owners just did a little
involved the introduction of their culture to the local people. Cities that look at the moment as Europeans, - fully merit the locals. Well, imagine you with a list of places that will take you for a while in Europe.
If you are looking for a place where you could feel like in Europe, you will be incredibly surprised by the fact that in Portugal and in China there waiting to European cuisine; however, Macau will surprise you with just that. (But, to be precise, it is not in Macau in China - its formal status - Special Administrative Region of China - in the same way as Hong Kong). The long history of the region as a Portuguese colony means that you should pay attention to the European style on the streets of this city, as well as villas and churches, also you will find the stunning Chinese temples and traditional Chinese cuisine in Macau restaurants. Portuguese - and still one of the official languages of the region.
French Polynesia - certainly one of the most beautiful places outside of Europe with pristine beaches and towering green mountains provide the perfect backdrop for relaxation. Near the unbeaten surfing, diving and sightseeing, however, there are many signs of French roots in this area, such as the French food and the use of French in the territory of the whole island.
Photo: Robert
Bermuda - a fun place if you are looking for something approximate to America (a chain of islands located about 1,000 kilometers from the mainland). The island nation was under British rule from the beginning of 1700s. This means that beautiful British colonial-style architecture and culture spread throughout the archipelago. However, the best thing you can experience here - is that you can taste all the delights of Britain without suffering with terrible weather of England.
Photo: Kitty
At that time, as many people think that Greenland is part of Europe, this country has a closer connection with the geographic North America, at the time, as she moved away from Scandinavia, it began to develop its own unique personality. If you are looking for places where you can get a taste of Europe, Greenland - definitely a place where you can relax.
Photo: Serge
Fans of the Netherlands, who are looking for something similar to Europe, which is situated outside the continent, must visit the stunning small island of Saba, located in the Caribbean Sea. All the beauty of traveling by Sabu is that you can fully enjoy the tropical island location, beautiful reefs, amazing fishing, hiking peaks and lush forests, as well as a dip in the Dutch culture, in the form of Dutch architecture and the use of the Dutch language island.
Photo: Serge
Stunning Spanish enclaves of Ceuta and Melilla, located on the continent of Africa, is a great place, like Europe, if you are nearby. While the architecture and culture is under the influence of North African, here you will find notes of Spain, including the use of the Spanish language and the location of the oldest Spanish buildings and the use of the Euro currency. Low taxes make this area more attractive for those who just loves shopping and entertainment.
Photo: ebodie
Curacao - definitely you will enjoy if you are looking for something similar to Europe in the southern Caribbean Sea, as the island exudes Dutch culture. No matter whether you are interested Dutch dialect, tried Dutch food (mmm, cheese!) Drinking Dutch beer or exploring strange building, resembling Dutch home, Curacao really has it all. The main benefit of a vacation on Curacao is that you can spend your days on the island, enjoying the incredible weather and an abundance of adventure in the Caribbean.
These sites are really worth a visit to get a taste of Europe without visiting it. They offer an exciting and interesting mixed culture along with the fact that you do not visit the European countries, which mainly affected by these places. Have you ever visited a place like this?
1 Macau
If you are looking for a place where you could feel like in Europe, you will be incredibly surprised by the fact that in Portugal and in China there waiting to European cuisine; however, Macau will surprise you with just that. (But, to be precise, it is not in Macau in China - its formal status - Special Administrative Region of China - in the same way as Hong Kong). The long history of the region as a Portuguese colony means that you should pay attention to the European style on the streets of this city, as well as villas and churches, also you will find the stunning Chinese temples and traditional Chinese cuisine in Macau restaurants. Portuguese - and still one of the official languages of the region.
2 French Polynesia
French Polynesia - certainly one of the most beautiful places outside of Europe with pristine beaches and towering green mountains provide the perfect backdrop for relaxation. Near the unbeaten surfing, diving and sightseeing, however, there are many signs of French roots in this area, such as the French food and the use of French in the territory of the whole island.
3 Bermuda
Photo: Robert
Bermuda - a fun place if you are looking for something approximate to America (a chain of islands located about 1,000 kilometers from the mainland). The island nation was under British rule from the beginning of 1700s. This means that beautiful British colonial-style architecture and culture spread throughout the archipelago. However, the best thing you can experience here - is that you can taste all the delights of Britain without suffering with terrible weather of England.
4 Greenland
Photo: Kitty
At that time, as many people think that Greenland is part of Europe, this country has a closer connection with the geographic North America, at the time, as she moved away from Scandinavia, it began to develop its own unique personality. If you are looking for places where you can get a taste of Europe, Greenland - definitely a place where you can relax.
5 Saba
Photo: Serge
Fans of the Netherlands, who are looking for something similar to Europe, which is situated outside the continent, must visit the stunning small island of Saba, located in the Caribbean Sea. All the beauty of traveling by Sabu is that you can fully enjoy the tropical island location, beautiful reefs, amazing fishing, hiking peaks and lush forests, as well as a dip in the Dutch culture, in the form of Dutch architecture and the use of the Dutch language island.
6 Ceuta and Melilla
Photo: Serge
Stunning Spanish enclaves of Ceuta and Melilla, located on the continent of Africa, is a great place, like Europe, if you are nearby. While the architecture and culture is under the influence of North African, here you will find notes of Spain, including the use of the Spanish language and the location of the oldest Spanish buildings and the use of the Euro currency. Low taxes make this area more attractive for those who just loves shopping and entertainment.
7 Curacao
Photo: ebodie
Curacao - definitely you will enjoy if you are looking for something similar to Europe in the southern Caribbean Sea, as the island exudes Dutch culture. No matter whether you are interested Dutch dialect, tried Dutch food (mmm, cheese!) Drinking Dutch beer or exploring strange building, resembling Dutch home, Curacao really has it all. The main benefit of a vacation on Curacao is that you can spend your days on the island, enjoying the incredible weather and an abundance of adventure in the Caribbean.
These sites are really worth a visit to get a taste of Europe without visiting it. They offer an exciting and interesting mixed culture along with the fact that you do not visit the European countries, which mainly affected by these places. Have you ever visited a place like this?
