The Amalfi Coast is an expanse of beautiful coastline that sits along the Gulf of Salerno and the Tyrrhenian Sea in southern Italy’s province of Salerno. Due to its unparalleled natural beauty and ancient sites like Pompeii and the Herculaneum, it’s one of the country’s largest tourism areas and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage …
Florence is one of Italy’s most historic and elegant cities. The capital of the stunning Tuscany region, Florence is a city of masterful architecture and artistic gems that are, quite simply, calling out to be admired. The skyline is composed of grandiose medieval buildings that demonstrate the importance the city held during the medieval period …
Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean, is one of the most spellbinding parts of Italy. Shaped like a ball being kicked by the Italian boot, the island is home to turquoise waters and white sand beaches, UNESCO listed Greek temples, and one of Europe’s highest active volcanoes, Mount Etna. The main cities on the …
Tuscany is one of Italy’s most evocative destinations. This region, home to rolling countryside and dotted with antique farmhouses, is famous for being the home of the Renaissance, the beautiful ornate cities of Florence and Siena, and, of course, beautiful art. But there’s one thing Tuscany is famous for above all else – wine. The …
Italy appears to have its fair share of impressive, well-preserved castles that not only look fantastic in the Italian context but also in that of all of Europe. Easily distinguishable from its neighboring countries’ counterparts, Italian castles incorporate not only traditional elements of medieval military architecture and Gothic architecture, but also those of the Italian …
Palermo is the capital of the Italian island and autonomous region of Sicily; an island which is not only the largest in the Mediterranean but which has played one of the most important roles in both the region’s history and current affairs. Palermo can trace its origins back almost 3000 years, to the times of …
Famous for more than olive oil, spaghetti and the mafia, Italy is a wonderfully diverse country with a broad spectrum of historic, contemporary and natural sites that makes it among the world’s most popular destinations for foreign visitors looking to get a great bang for their travel buck. In Italian, waterfall is ‘cascate,’ or ‘cascata.’ …
Lucca is a city steeped in Italian history that draws thousands of visitors per year. From medieval walls and Roman amphitheatres, to more modern restaurants and wine bars, Lucca has a great range of attractions that make it a perfect base for any trip to Northern Italy. Located within the Tuscany region, there are many …
Tuscany is a very popular region for tourists to Italy thanks to its diverse range of activities and sights. From vineyards and culinary attractions to classic art and ancient architecture, Tuscany is one of the most varied regions in the world for tourists. Despite this eclectic range of attractions, it is also known for having …
Bologna is the capital city of the Emilia-Romagna, a region famed for its ancient university founded in 1088. The city has a lively student population. Bologna is the very heart of Italy; if Italy were a meal, Bologna would be the main course. Bologna is a historical city with some of the most incredible galleries …