With overtourism showing no signs of abating in Europe's top destinations, there's never been a better time to seek options. Check out these 20 beautiful cities with few tourists.
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Having been almost destroyed during World War II, the now Belarusian capital became fertile ground for Soviet redevelopment.Travelers can wander around the vast, seven-hectare Independence Square before taking in the Museum of the Great Patriotic War, which looks at how Belarus overcame Nazi occupation.
Minsk's bar scene is legendary, and if the acquired taste of local tipple Balsam doesn't suit, the excellentYerevan -- one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities.The Armenian capital's position in the far eastern reaches of Europe means it's easily forgotten by those on the tourist trail.
But with a history going back more than 2,800 years, there's a palpable sense of the past here, without the shoulder-to-shoulder crowds of regular tourist hotspots.Visitors can take in the fascinating Apostolic Church and learn about the city's history atCluj-Napoca is filled with fascinating Baroque and Gothic architecture.
Throw in a thriving café and bar scene and pretty squares, and Cluj-Napoca has all the trappings of the ideal city break destination.While Budapest has a deserved reputation as one of Europe's most appealing cities, Debrecen is an excellent option for those seeking a less crowded Hungarian alternative.
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