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Europe is one of the seven continents (Asia, Africa, Oceania, North America, South America and Antarctica) of our planet or one of the five according to the International Olympic Committee.

 

 

 It is also called the “Old Continent” (Η Γηραιά Ήπειρος).

                Its flag is blue with a circle of 12 golden (yellow) stars symbolizing the perfection and unity of the European Union and the Council of Europe.

 

There are about 50 countries in Europe, 28 of which are member states of the European Union (EU).

 

  • There are a lot of monuments in Europe created by various nations and cultures such as the Colosseum (in Italy), the Parthenon (in Greece), the Eiffel Tower (in France), Westminster Abbey (in the UK), the Belvedere palaces (in Austria ), the Hermitage Museum (in Russia), etc.