European Destinations Worth Visiting This Winter

Sofia, Bulgaria

Known as the "back garden of God", Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, has a strong winter atmosphere. Every year, Lake Ariane in Borisova Gardens becomes the largest open-air ice rink in the Balkans, and bring your skates and enjoy a fun time in the snow. Located in the south, the Vitosha Mountains are huge ski resorts in winter and often host national ski competitions, perfect for snow enthusiasts. Sofia has quite a few landmarks to watch out for – the National Palace of Culture, the Hagia Sophia, Independence Square and Alexander Nevsky Cathedral are even more beautiful under the snow.

Brno, Czech Republic

Prague is not the only tourist city in the Czech Republic, Brno, located at the eastern foot of the Moravian Highlands in the Czech Republic, is the second largest city in the Czech Republic and one of the most well-known cultural cities in the Czech Republic. In winter, the city is often covered in snow, from castles and medieval towers to modern buildings, cloaked in a layer of tranquility that blends in with the vastness. There's so much to stop in Brno – visit Spilbork Castle, where the ruins of an old battery tell a long history; Liberty Square, located in the bustling part of the city, is bustling with visitors getting off the tram and climbing into the small shops along the street to shop for winter gifts. When night falls, head for an elegant wine tasting or find a lively bar to mingle with the cheerful locals.