Spain:
number of independent kingdoms united in 1492 to form the Kingdom of Spain, a cultural patchwork that continues to shape the modern nation’s dynamic identity. Spain comprises much of the Iberian Peninsula, which it shares with Portugal on the southwestern edge of Europe. It also includes the Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean Sea, the Canary Islands in the Atlantic Ocean and two enclaves in North Africa.
Italy :
Italy is a south-central European country, whose boot-shaped borders extend into the Mediterranean Sea. The country’s historical cities, world-renowned cuisine and geographic beauty make it a popular destination for more than 40 million tourists each year. The nation is home to Mount Etna, Europe’s tallest and most active volcano, and houses two countries within its borders – the Vatican and San Marino.
CAPITAL
Bern
REGION
Europe
GDP PER CAPITA, PPP
$77,324
GDP
$813 billion
POPULATION
8,697,723
AREA
41,277 SQ.KM
Switzerland, officially called the Swiss Confederation, is a small country in Central Europe made up of 16,000 square miles of glacier-carved Alps, lakes and valleys. It’s one of the world’s wealthiest countries, and has been well-known for centuries for its neutrality.
France :
Between the snowy French Alps, glamorous Riviera, rolling vineyard- and lavender-covered hills of Provence, verdant Loire Valley, and rocky coast of Brittany, is it any surprise France is often considered one of the most beautiful countries in the world? Plus, those natural resources provide us with French wine, cheese, and more, so what’s not to love?
The United State:
From sea to shining sea, the United States offers a wide range of picturesque landscapes. With the sandy beaches and turquoise waters of the Florida Keys, the magnificent Grand Canyon, the snow-capped peaks of Alaska, and the postcard-worthy California coastline, it would take years to fully explore the country’s most beautiful places.