Český Krumlov, Czech Republic

Český Krumlov, Czech Republic
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Sprinkled with charming red brick roofs, this medieval city would make the perfect backdrop for a fairy tale.

But the biggest draw is the castle perched on a rock by the river.

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Château de Chenonceau, France

Château de Chenonceau, France
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If you think Versailles is the extent of France’s palaces, you were totally off.

This gorgeous manor stretches over the River Cher and has stunning gardens open to the public.

Chefchaouen, Morocco

Chefchaouen, Morocco
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You might assume these bright colours are just a tiny snapshot of this town, but you’ll find the same magical views throughout the twists and turns of the “blue city.”

Beyond its walls you’ll find en epic mountains towering overhead and below, with goats grazing on its green pastures.

These are the most colourful streets in the world.

Pelourinho, Brazil

Pelourinho, Brazil
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This historic neighborhood in Salvador de Bahia, Brazil, doesn’t just have stunning architecture – the bright colours of the buildings accent its beautiful stucco work.

It was the country’s capital between 1549 and 1763, when native cultures blended with European and African ones.

Check out 20 of the world’s greatest lost cities.

Ghent, Belgium

Ghent, Belgium
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In this port city, houses are nestled right next to the canal.

It sits pretty much smack dab between Brussels and Bruges, but this slice of medieval times doesn’t come with the same droves of tourists.

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