Here are 9 hidden gems in Europe to consider visiting in 2023

Sintra, Portugal:

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Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia:

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Cinque Terre, Italy:

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Hallstatt, Austria:

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Bruges, Belgium:

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Transylvania, Romania:

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Rila Monastery, Bulgaria:

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Kotor, Montenegro:

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Meteora, Greece:

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