Through all the controversies that surround Israel, it’s always interesting to watch and talk about this show without getting into the politics surrounding the country.

Portugal still holds the record for the most appearances without a win and it took 49 attempts to get their chance to host.

The contest returns to Ukraine, and they’ve decided to “Celebrate Diversity” by showcasing all they could about their own culture. In what was a very Slavic show, the 2017 competition was somber and reflected the attitude of a changing Europe.

The show returns to Sweden, this time hosted in the nation's capital in what would be the most slickly produced, funniest, best hosted shows in years.

Conchita Wurst's win in 2014 brought the most attention to the Eurovision Song Contest in years. The world finally took notice and Eurovision was now bigger than ever.

The Swedes set a brand new standard for Eurovision, so the Danes were in a daunting position to out do their neighbors.

Sweden last hosted Eurovision in 2000. The country had its fifth win, tying with the United Kingdom for second most wins, both two behind Ireland's seven wins.

The most eastern host of the Eurovision Song Contest, the oil rich country of Azerbaijan was ready to show the world who they were.

Germany's first time hosting as a unified nation, they proved that a major European power could still win the contest.

After the extravagance of the Moscow show, and with Europe in the middle of a financial crisis, the Norwegian broadcaster promised to put on a more modest contest.

The show in Russia was the most controversial yet. From the country's anti-LGBT laws, to song disqualifications, and ancient land disputes - the contest in Moscow was the most tense yet.

The contest in Belgrade saw a complete rehaul of the rules.

With Lordi's hard rock win the year before, the 2007 contest was the year of rock, pyrotechnics and humor!

The 51st Eurovision Song Contest set a new standard for opening acts. The grandeur at which Athens showed off it's ancient culture was awe inspiring.

In late November 2004, a mere five months after Ukraine won the Eurovision Song Contest, Kyiv erupted into protests.