Europe Autumn, Castles & palaces, Central + Shopping pictures

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Scotland’s capital is filled with attractive landmarks, parks and gardens, and hosts cultural festivals that draw millions of visitors each year.

With gorgeous countryside, cultural cities and charming villages along its shores, the largest lake in Switzerland and France is a vacationer’s dream.

Explore dozens of elegant rooms, meander through manicured Victorian gardens and watch falcon flying demonstrations at this castle complex.

Maze-like hedges, marble sculptures and colorful flower beds adorn this historic royal garden, where the palace’s stables and carriages once lay.

Explore this mysterious Gothic castle and discover the eerie stories connected to its long history.

Prada, Gucci and Louis Vuitton are just some of the big names of fashion that you’ll find in one of the world’s oldest shopping centers.

Berlin’s “great escape” is a peaceful expanse of forests, meadows and ponds, right next to the city center.

This European economic capital on the Main River features world-class museums, sweet apple wine and Germany’s only skyscrapers.

One of the world’s smallest countries lies within eastern Italy’s countryside. Visit the longstanding city-state for natural beauty, culture and food specialties.

Be spellbound by the scale and splendor of the Spanish Royal Family’s former official residence.

From the peaks of the Pyrenees to sun-scorched beaches and desert-like regions, Spain is a country of diverse landscapes. Enjoy this natural backdrop while you view eclectic architecture, sample regional food and be swept up in one of the country’s many festivals.

One of the world’s smallest countries lies within eastern Italy’s countryside. Visit the longstanding city-state for natural beauty, culture and food specialties.

Discover a compelling blend of modern culture and rich heritage in London’s financial heart.

Be spellbound by the scale and splendor of the Spanish Royal Family’s former official residence.