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Verona is one of the most ancient and beautiful Italian cities. Verona is very attractive for tourists due to its Roman amphitheatre (Arena) and numerous medieval churches. The Verona Arena serves as the center of one of the most exciting annual opera festivals in the world. Special charm to this city is given by romantic story of Romeo and Juliet, which was placed into Verona by Shakespeare.
Read more »Verona is one of the most ancient and beautiful Italian cities. Connection with Romeo and Juliet legend, the athmosphere of romance makes Verona an ideal destination for a wedding anniversariy, honeymoon, and just a romantic trip with your beloved. Ancient and medieval architecture monuments draw tourists from all over the world to spend their holiday in Verona.
Read more »Milan is the capital of Lombardy and Italy's second largest city. Milan is divided into 20 city zones, identified numerically by the local council. Most of Milan attractions are situated in the city centre near the Piazza Duomo, the heart of the city and the third largest cathedral in the world.
Read more »Milan is one of the most stylish and dazzling cities in Italy. The commercial metropolis of Milan is home to many leading business centres and financial institutions. The fashion industry is a big business in Milan, where 51 fashion shows, 32 exhibitions and trade-fairs can be held within one week.
Read more »Palermo, the cradle of ancient civilizations has always been a crossroads of cultures between East and West. A landing-place for people of various race has always enchanted visitors and foreigners alike with the charm of its location, the mildness of its climate, and the splendour of its buildings.
Read more »It's worth making Palermo your first stop in Sicily. Quite apart from the Arab influence in its finest churches, there's more than a hint of the city's eastern past in its undisciplined centre, a sprawling, almost anarchic mass with no real focus: great pockets of medieval alleys, nineteenth-century piazzas, twentieth-century bombsites and contemporary office blocks all conspire to confuse what is essentially a straightforward street grid. It offers a wide choice for those who want to organize a vacation here and can satisfy all sorts of needs. Here you will find business and tourist hotel with modern facilities, amenities, restaurant serving Sicilian cuisine, multilingual staff.
Read more »It's the Eternal City, built around seven hills. It's filled with history, monuments, ruins, landmarks, famous fountains, squares and people. It's a city that takes years to really know. It's a place everyone should visit. But...Rome's best monuments are disappearing behind ads as its authorities search for funds to keep the Eternal City.
Read more »The millionaires' haunt of Rome has inspired tourists for centuries. There are many flights to see modern Rome. For 20 centuries or more, it was the capital of Western civilization, art, law and religion. It has some of the most impressive buildings in the world. Many people can't imagine going through life without Rome tour: seeing the piazza Navona and the Bernini statue, or the Spanish Steps, the Fountain of Trevi, the Coliseum or the Pantheon, not to mention the Vatican.
Read more »One of the oldest cities in the world will not leave you indifferent to its beauty and treasures. Florence is famous for countless museums and galleries crammed with masterpieces created by the greatest masters such as Rafael, Michelangelo, Dante. Florence always attracted people from all over the world because it was filled with freedom and luxury. Do not miss your chance to touch the history.
Read more »Genoa (Genova in the Italian language), the capital of Liguria province, is one of the most beautiful and interesting Italian resorts. Extremely beautiful nature, beaches that are kept in perfect condition, the clear waters of Ligurian Sea make it a great attraction for tourists. Genoa has a rich history which is closely connected with the sea. It is an ancient marine trading port, and it offers lots of sightseeing somehow related to the sea: for example, The Aqarium which is a great marine Zoo, the Transatlantic liners exposition, the Annual International Marine show...
Read more »Genoa (Genova in the Italian language), the capital of Liguria province, is one of the most beautiful and interesting Italian resorts. It is an outstanding historical treasure, where every wall in the Old City seems to have witnessed mysteries, tragedies and intrigues of the past. Museums and theatres, antiquities' shops, the luxurious marble palazzos and cathedrals covered with frescos painted with the hands of the Renaissance legendary artists, the famous Genuese cemetery... Besides, Genoa is the city of very nice beaches, comfortable and beautiful hotels, delicious cuisine. It is really worth visiting!
Read more »There is at least a dozen of reasons why should you make Genoa holidays. But of course, to enumerate them is the same as to enumerate the reasons why people make holidays - agree that the question seems not very sensible. We would better offer you some things to do during your Genoa holidays. Capital of the Ligurian region, Genoa was once a Byzantine stronghold, rival to Venice and Pisa. But with time, Genoa's power waned, over time having assumed a role as one of Italy's lesser tourist towns.
Read more »The leaning tower of Pisa is surrounded by such a great number of myths and legends, that to tell the truth from the made-up stories is rather hard. For example, in the past it was widely believed that the inclination of the tower was part of the project .But even if it did not lean, the tower would still be one of the most remarkable bell towers in Europe - due to its size and the tonnage of the bell, hanging there.
Read more »Finding a place to stay in Turin is easy, all you need to do is decide what kind of stay you intend to have and let your desires guide you. Turin has a wide choice of Turin hotels, which will meet every need and satisfy every pocket. All the Turin hotels are warm and welcoming and totally functional. One thing is certain regarding Turin hotels - you'll find stylish comfort amid fantastic surroundings.
Read more »Genoa is an amazing melting pot of world cultures due to its history as a maritime and trading bridge between east and west. It has fascinating examples of historic architecture, famed museums, as well as picturesque countryside, and attracts hordes of tourists year-round. Radiating haphazardly outward from the port is a dense and fascinating maze of medieval alleyways. There is so much to do and see in Genoa, if you're going to do a trip than learn to do it right!
Read more »Turin has been named as the host city for the just -gone Olympic Winter Games - and they say that this was the best ones, at least concerning the opening and closing ceremonies. The citizens managed to do an impossible task - to make a real wonder! Taking into account the fact that Turin breaks include most of the world renowned tourist attractions, the destination is really valuable.
Read more »Nowadays to get to the famous Italian city and check out the Leaning Tower of Pisa, or do a little sightseeing is not a problem- international and local airlines ply regularly. Home of the famous Leaning Tower, Pisa offers a lot more than an architectural decision, it has wonderful ancient buildings that do stand erect, gorgeous scenery, and food that is well a par with that of any other international city. There are many beautiful buildings in Pisa other than the tower.
Read more »Searching for hotels on Sardinia is an easy and difficult task at the same time. Lots of web sited with fully dedicated to hotels on Sardinia only enumerate the facilities, while the spirit of the hotels on Sardinia is hidden somewhere else. And you do agree that even with the biggest set of indoor and outdoor activities, a hotel can disappoint you and you cannot explain why. We just want to help you in your search for hotels on Sardinia Italy.
Read more »The daily life of any sunny resort place is clear- sporting activity, sightseeing, water and beach occupations and just a sound sleep...after a crazy night party in some Sardinia clubs. But, some can say - all that we have, but how to be with those Sardinia clubs and mad parties? Unfortunately, not all visitors of this Italian island know about the existence of some Sardinian clubs, which differ in range and styles. So let's visit some Sardinia clubs and discover what's hot and what's not!
Read more »The Tyrrhenian coast, running from Messina westward to the capital at Palermo, is one of the most frequented routes in Sicily. You can, of course, drive straight through to Palermo and not see a thing, but if you do, you'll miss some of the treasures of Sicily. The Tyrrhenian coast is riddled with sandy beaches, small resorts, and villages. If you have time for only one stopover, make it Cefalo, the premier destination along the Tyrrhenian coast thanks in part to its famous Romanesque cathedral.
Read more »The largest of the Mediterranean islands, Sicily is simply one of the most sun drenched islands you will ever run across. Sicily's lush green hill sides and snow white beaches contrast wonderfully with the shimmering blue Mediterranean Sea, in turn splashing against a coast of quaint fishing villages and fashionable resorts. Those who have never visited before need to prepare themselves - as the reality will shift their brightest expectations. And those who had been to Sicily before know that flights to Sicily are the quickest way to make your vacation dreams a reality.
Read more »Lying at the gates of Salerno, Amalfi Coast is one of the most charming areas in Italy, surrounded by rugged mountain cliffs that drop into the blue Mediterranean and offering fantastic views that cannot be escaped. This coast is the world's unique for its natural beauty, colors and breathtaking views. Filled with churches, villas and corner shops which are built of the rock making Amalfi coast holidays very popular for tourists coming to Italy.
Read more »History, traditions, fascinating views and modern comforts are all well represented in the Amalfian lifestyle, providing visitors to this charming resort with the opportunity to spend an exciting and relaxing holiday full of surprises and pleasures. The origins of Amalfi can be traced back to the first century AD, when Roman aristocrats started to build luxury Amalfi coast villas in the area. Soon, the resort and the surrounding towns became refined and developed communities.
Read more »Located 159 miles southeast of Rome, 31 miles south of Naples and 31 miles west of Salerno, Sorrento is a town in Campania, Italy with the population of 16,000 inhabitants. It can be easily reached from Pompeii and Naples, as it is placed at the southeastern end of the Circumvesuviana rail line. The town is served by frequent express trains from Naples. Overlooking the bay of Naples, Sorrento allows sight of Vesuvius and Naples itself. Many people come each year to spend their holidays in Sorrento.
Read more »Overlooking the bay of Naples, the key place at the Sorrentine Peninsula, Sorrento is a small town in Italy and one of the most famous tourist destinations overcrowded by international tourists each summer. Its sea cliffs are magnificent and its grand hotels have always attracted renowned personalities, notably Luciano Pavarotti and Enrico Caruso. Guests are offered a variety of Sorrento hotels to stay in, the most attractive of these being Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria, Hotel Bristol, Grand Hotel de la Ville and more.
Read more »Ranked with Italy's major sights, Assisi is a small hill town with the population of 3,000 inhabitants and an average of five million visitors coming to enjoy its renowned attractions. In the Middle Ages, the town witnessed birth of saints Francis and Clare, with a number of churches and museums preserving holy relics and objects owned by the saints. Assisi is filled with tourists from April to June, so that it is sometimes difficult to move across the town on holiday weekends and you'll want to make sure you make your reservations at one of the fine Assisi hotels ahead of time.
Read more »Located 118 miles southeast of Florence, 109 miles north of Rome and 17 miles east of Perugia, Assisi is a town in Perugia province in Italy, on the western flank of Mt Subasio. It is the birthplace of St Francis, the founder of the Franciscan religious order, St Clare, the founder of the Poor Clares, and Saint Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows. Today as ever it is recognized as one of top sights in Italy, ranked with Venice's canals, Pompeii and Colosseum, making holidays to Assisi a popular vacation.
Read more »Located nearly 169 miles southeast of Rome, 38 miles southeast of Naples, 21 miles west of Salerno and 11 miles east of Positano, Amalfi is a renowned tourist destination, famous for its scenic beauty, warm climate and hospitality. Frequented by many visitors from all over the world, this resort town offers its guests a wide selection of accommodations, from large-scale Amalfi hotels and luxurious villas to small yet comfortable houses for rent.
Read more »Nestled in the heart of the Olive Riviera, on the gulf between Cornicello and Mirabello, Bardolino is regarded as one of the most fantastic places on the lake, renowned for its production of wines. Local products, such as wine, fish and oil, are used in the delicious cuisine that can be found in fine dining restaurants and cafes. Frequented by tourists from all over the world, Bardolino offers a wide selection of apartment complexes, resorts, camping sites, sport facilities and of course the Color Hotel.
Read more »Established as a companion to the Wine Museum, the Olive Oil Museum is situated in Bardolino and housed in medieval houses within the town walls. Featured by the museum are exhibits that display different methods used to extract olive oil, with the displays ranging from the simplest techniques to current oil production technology. Also on display are stone wheels, ancient lever press, screw presses, furnishings and utensils.
Read more »The largest and one of the loveliest lakes in the Sirmione region, Lake Garda laps against the plains of the Veneto and Lombardy, becoming fjordlike and moody in the north. Its shores are fragrant with flowery gardens, forests of cypress and pines and groves of lemons and olives - the landscape that has always attracted many poets and artists, among them Gabriele d'Annunzio, whose villa close to Gardone is recognized currently as one of the major attractions in the area. It is the perfect springboard for enjoying the plethora of Lake Garda watersports.
Read more »The wealthiest region in Italy, Lombardia remains known for its lovely lakes: Lake Garda, Lake Maggiore and Lake Como. Surrounded by towering mountains, they are like jewels providing the ideal holiday setting. Lake Garda is recognized as the largest in Italy, with a surface area of over 370 square kilometers. Charming beauty of the surrounding mountains and a warm climate combined with the abundance of citrus orchards and vineyards make Garda a thriving holiday center. If you're considering taking to a trip you should think one of the many Lake Garda villas.
Read more »The Pisa Tower is a bell tower of the Cathedral located in Italian city of Pisa. Its construction began in 1173 and lasted for over 200 years marked by two interruptions as a result of the Pisans' involvement in battles with Florence, Lucca and Genoa. In the past, it was believed that the tower's inclination was part of the project, however today everybody knows it isn't so. Designed initially to be vertical, the tower began to incline during its construction.
Read more »Renowned for its noticeable lean, the Leaning Tower of Pisa is the bell tower of the cathedral in Pisa, Italy. Located behind the Cathedral, it is regarded as the third structure in Campo dei Miracoli of Pisa. In fact, it was intended to stand vertically, but started leaning soon after its construction in 1173. The height of the Pisanian Fortress is 186 feet on the highest side and 183 ft on the highest side, while its weight is 14.5 tons.
Read more »Regarded as one of the most captivating resorts in Italy, the Island of Capri is known for its charming beauty, sweeping views, lemon trees, whitewashed villas and homes, winding lanes and flower-filled courtyards. It tends to be overcrowded in summer, as huge crowds of international tourists arrive every day to indulge in gorgeous scenery and romantic atmosphere. Some of the greatest attractions include Marina Grande, Anacapri, Marina Piccola, Bagni di Teberio and Punta Carnea. One of its most popular villas is the Villa San Felice.
Read more »Spanning several terraces that cover some 1,7 acres, Villa Jovis is a Roman palace built by Emperor Tiberius during the period of 27-37AD, and is recognized as the largest of the twelve Tiberian villas on the Italian Island of Capri. Nestled atop Monte Tiberio, in the northeast of the island, the Villa with its 335m in elevation is regarded as one of the highest peaks at Capri, second only to Monte Solaro in Anacapri.
Read more »Situated on the Gulf of Salerno, some 24 miles southeast of Naples, Amalfi is a picturesque town in Campania, Italy, surrounded by coastal scenery and dramatic cliffs. In the Mediterranean it was the capital of the Maritime Republic of Alalfi, recognized as an important trading power. Today Amalfi is a popular tourist destination, together with such towns as Ravello and Positano located on the same coast. In 1996 Amalfi was included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The Civic Museum is one of the best ways to experience all the history and heritage Amalfi has to offer.
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