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The most famous sights in Εurope
1 ) Stonehenge , England
The prehistoric monument of Stonehenge is one of the most famous landmarks in the UK . Built between 3000 BC and 2000 BC , Stonehenge sits in an area of England known for its many burial mounds .
The purpose of Stonehenge remains a mystery . Archeologists believe it could have
been a burial ground dating back to 3000 BC . The stones , which weigh an estimated 25 tons each , were transported at least 19 kilometers to their current location .
2 ) The Acropolis of Athens , Greece
Watching over Athens from atop a rocky outcrop , the ancient citadel is one of Greece ’ s most famous tourist destinations .
The Acropolis ’ most famous buildings were all constructed in the fifth century BC under the watchful eye of statesman and General Pericles . The heart of the Acropolis is the Parthenon , a temple built to thank the gods for the victory over Persian invaders . Other prominent buildings include the gateway Propylaea , the Erechtheion Temple , and the tiny but beautiful Temple of Athena Nike . Most of the ancient artifacts have been moved to the Acropolis Museum nearby .
3 ) The Eiffel Tower , France
The Eiffel Tower is one of France ’ s most famous sights . Sitting in the heart of the Champ de Mars in Paris , the wrought-iron tower was originally built to serve as the entrance to the 1889 World ’ s Fair .
Engineer Gustave Eiffel received much criticism for his design , with people calling it
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