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vacation amalfi coast

vacation amalfi - Amalfi is such a wonderful place which combines both environment and history. The coast is exciting everywhere and you can visit all small villages through small or medium size boats (Don't forget Capri,Ravello). Hotel are of any kind and any prices. History is concentrated on the Cathedral and on the...
vacation amalfi coast - The Amalfi coast is a very important and nice touristic place in Italy. During the XVIII century, Amalfi Coast knew the first form of tourism. But only in the last 50 years of the XX century, the coast had ore attention thanks to its panorama, its nature, its places, discovered by VIPS and appreciated by...
vacation atrani - Atrani is little town is situated near Amalfi. It is also the smallest town of Italy. It is a fishing village far from the noise and the crowded places of the Amalfi coast. The panorama of Atrani is very suggestive. All the houses built one over the other, looks like the Nativity Scenery.
vacation capri - Capri is an extension of the Peninsula of Sorrento and formed of the same limestone. Slightly more than 10 sq. Km, divided between two townships: Capri itself and Anacapri, higher than the former. It grew around what is now the "Piazzetta",its position at the mouth of the Gulf of Naples, facing...
vacation cetara - The Cetara fleet is one of the most active in the Mediterranean Sea, specializing in catching, processing and preserving tuna and anchovies. One of the most delicious foods to taste is "colatura di alici" (anchovy sauce), a dressing for entrees with a wonderful amber color. It is prepared by...
vacation conca dei marini - Like all cities on the coast, the history of Conca dei Marini is closely related to events that occurred in the Marine Republic of Amalfi. In former times it was a mere fishing village; nowadays it is a well-known tourism center featuring distinctive housing located right along the sea front, as well as...
vacation furore - Following the hairpin curves of the hill road cut into the green along the coast between Amalfi and Agerola, one comes to Furore, “the town that isn’t”. In fact, rather than being a town with buildings close together, it is a loose group of houses sprinkled across the rocky cliffs. These houses served to...
vacation in amalfi - Amalfi, a town and archiepiscopal see of Campania, Italy, in the Gulf of Salerno. It lies at the mouth of a deep ravine, at the foot of Monte Cerreto (1315 meters, 4314 feet), surrounded by dramatic cliffs and coastal scenery. Amalfi is first mentioned in the 6th century, and soon acquired importance as a...
vacation in positano - Positano was in the Alliance of Amalfi seat of the “Naval School” and important port of trade with the Orient…the oriental influence can be seen in the language, the customs and architecture. The Bourbons were enamoured and until the XVII century it avoided a decline. The new dawn arrived in the 50’s,...
vacation maiori - Maiori is a bathing resort on the biggest beach of the Amalfi coast. During the Republic of Amalfi, Maiori was important marine arsenal. But, in 1135, Maiori was still sacked and destroyed by Pisani. Worth to visit are: The “Collegiate Sanctuary of S.Maria a Mare”, was built on three aisles with...
vacation massa lubrense - Massa Lubrense was originally named after the mythical sirens who lived on these coasts. According to legend Ulysses was also a visitor to these shores and is said to have founded the famous temple of Athena. The first inhabitants of this area were probably two tribes of Italic origin: the Ausonians and...
vacation minori - Minori has a beautiful beach which occupies the whole small bay comprised between the promontory which divides the town from Maiori and the opposite cape, all covered by the houses and noble palaces of the historic centre, with some fortified towers on the sea. In the middle of the beach there is a small...
vacation positano - Positano is a very small town famous for its fashion. Many small semi-handicraft firms in clothing originated, and from there, Positano fashion (a typical and unique style) became famous. Many old tales are remembered; in particular, one captivating tale of the transportation of Virgin Mary’s picture...
vacation praiano - Praiano is between Amalfi and Positano. It was once the summer residence of the Dogi of the Amalfi Republic. In the past they had a flourishing industry of the silk, disappeared in the XIX century; during the XX century the discovery of coral restarted the economical interest of the area. Now the...
vacation ravello - As every corner hides another gem, Ravello is perhaps best visited on foot, taking time to notice the influence of Moorish architecture and hidden gardens, the palaces, the churches and the many unexpected glimpses of the sea which reveal themselves without warning. Another must-see is the Villa Cimbrone,...
vacation salerno - From the artistic point of view Salerno offers some important monuments that can be visited carefully. The first one is the Castle, that was probably built in the 2nd century B.C.and probably already with its defensive walls, which had surrounded the town since the time of its building. Another important...
vacation sorrento - Holiday resort of world-wide renown, Sorrento boasts a remarkable agricultural production; oranges and lemons in fact, as well as olives and walnuts, are the symbol of Sorrento. The name "Surrentum" derives from the myth of the mermaids whose singing allured the seamen and got them to loose...
vacation tramonti - Set amongst the Lattari mountains, Tramonti was probably founded by the Picentines or the Etruscans and reached its pinnacle during the time of the Marine Republic of Amalfi. Tramonti is known for its many churches, some of which were built by local noble families; nowadays its main focus is the tourism...
vacation vietri sul mare - Historically, Vietri was the old town of "Marcina", built by the Etrurian. Later the Roman conquered it. In fact, recently, they discovered, on the seaside, a Roman thermae and a"murus reticalatum". In the middle age was under the Dukedom of Salerno and later under the Cava Abbey. Only...

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vacation florence

vacation arezzo - Arezzo is located on a hillside between Casentino, Valdichiana and the upper Valdarno. This geographical position has favored the development of artisan (especially goldcraft) and industrial activities. There are many things to see in Arezzo: Piazza Grande, an irregular space full of activity in the...
vacation chianti - Chianti is an area of about 300 square kilometres of pure Tuscany, right in the centre between Siena and Florence. Entirely hilly, it varies in aspect from the severe and harsh to the sweet and soft, covered in serried rows of vines, green forests or stony meadowland with olive groves and sparse oak trees....
vacation florence - Florence casts a spell in the way that few cities can, perhaps because of its sublime art; perhaps because of the views at sunset over the Arno; perhaps because of the way Florentine food and wine delight the palate. Maybe it's because the city has not changed much since the 16th century. Florence was...
vacation in florence - A visit to Florence (Firenze) is a must for any art lover. UNESCO estimates that 60% of the world’s most important artworks are in Italy, with over half of them located in Florence. Situated in the northwest of Italy, surrounded by the wine-growing hills of Chianti, the city attracts rapture and...
vacation siena - Very famous in Siena is The Palio which is the most spectacular festival event in Italy: a twice-yearly bareback horse race around the Campo, preceded by days of preparation, medieval pageantry and chicanery. Only ten of the contrade can take part in any one race; these are chosen by lot, and their horses...
vacation tuscany - Tuscany is cherished by all Italians. Tuscany is literally packed with history and timeless treasures: Florence, the renaissance, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Boticelli, Raphaello, Pisa, Siena, the gold of Arezzo, chianti & brunello red wines, Chianina ‘Florentine’ steaks, some of the world’s...

vacation italy

vacation amalfi coast - It's enough just to say the word "coastline" and immediately the most celebrated stretch of the Mediterranean springs to mind. Leaving Vietri headed for Positano, you'll follow along a length of coastline as well preserved as any religious relic. This is the Amalfi coast. The Amalfi coastline...
vacation bologna - Progressive, wealthy and cosmopolitan - with an excellent quality of life akin to Sweden's - Bologna is one of Italy's leading centres of industry and business.Shop windows are laden with succulent hams and spicy salamis, while scores of restaurants devote hours to pummelling, stretching and stuffing fresh...
vacation capri - Enjoying the privilege of a very mild climate, of marvellous beauties of nature and of excellent tourist facilities, Capri boasts a very active tourist industry, along with agriculture, fishery and handicraft. The island has large vineyards, olive-groves and orchards; vegetables and citrus fruits, as well...
vacation florence - Some of the most famous museums in the world can be seen in Florence, in fact most people come to the city specifically to visit the Uffizi, the Palatine and the Accademia galleries.The Uffizi and Palatine State museums have the collections of the grand- dukes begun by the Medicis, who also richly...
vacation italy - Situated in Mediterranean Europe, Italy has land frontiers with France in the north-west, Switzerland and Austria in the north and Slovenia in the north-east. The peninsula is surrounded by the Ligurian Sea, the Sardinian Sea and the Tyrrhenian Sea in the west, the Sicilian Sea and the Ionian Sea in the...
vacation milan - There is an interesting blend of modern innovation and well-established cultural tradition within the city. Milan is the financial and business centre of the country as well as the main communications and transport hub. It is also home to the Conservatory of Music, the Art Academy, La Scala, the most...
vacation naples - Naples is one of the most beautiful cities in Italy. It has a great bay with nice views of Capri and Ischia Islands. Not far from Naples there are two more reasons to come to this city: Pompeii and Herculaneum. Whatever your real interest in Campania, the chances are that you'll wind up in NAPLES – capital...
vacation portofino - For decades, Portofino was Italy's premiere seaside resort town. There's now a wider choice of favorites, but this tiny multicolored village and its miniature cove are still among the most beautiful spots on earth, and certainly no traveler to Liguria should miss the sight. However, summer crowds can be...
vacation positano - Positano is a very small town famous for its fashion. Many small semi-handicraft firms in clothing originated, and from there, Positano fashion (a typical and unique style) became famous. Many old tales are remembered; in particular, one captivating tale of the transportation of Virgin Mary’s picture...
vacation rome - Rome is one of the most important city of Italy. Situated in the centre of the country, Rome is the one city in the world that possesses the most masterpieces. It is a city full of history, art, culture and religion, that's why peolple all over the world come to visit this wonderful city.Of all Italy's...
vacation siena - One of the well known events of Italy is the Sienese Palio delle Contrade, the most famous, beautiful and deeply loved Italian popular celebrations, which has summerized and developed, to the highest point, the characteristics both of a religious and of a civil festivity. If you want to take part in the...
vacation sorrento - Sorrento is perched on high cliffs overlooking the bays of Naples and Salerno. Situated about 25km south of the historic and famous Italian city of Pompeii, Sorrento is a wonderful and beautiful Italian city with many attractions to offer the tourist. With its generally mild and warm climate, this has been...
vacation turin - Turin is one of Italy's richest cities, with some million Turinese, many of whom are immigrants who came here to get a piece of the pie. This "Car Capital of Italy" (also now home to high-tech and aerospace industries) is surrounded by some hideous suburbs that are ever-growing, but its...
vacation tuscany - One of the most fascinating things is the diversity of the regional cultures within Tuscany. Tuscany is divided amoung 10 Provinces and each has it’s own flavor and heritage. Starting in the North moving clockwise we have the provinces of: marble producing Massa-Carrarra, friendly mountain and spa filled...
vacation umbria - During a tour in Umbria, one can see clearly the presence of man starting from the Etruscans, or the Umbrians, to the Romans and their whealthy villas, the Middle Age with its many fortresses and castles, the Renaissance and its fabulous paintings and the elegance and eurhythmy of its courtyards. This...
vacation venice - Venice is a preposterous monument to both the folly and the obstinacy of humankind. It shouldn't exist, but it does, much to the delight of thousands of visitors, gondoliers, lace makers, hoteliers, restaurateurs, and glass blowers. Centuries ago, in an effort to flee barbarians, Venetians left dry-dock...

vacation liguria italy

vacation camogli - Camogli is small town along the ligurian coastline. The area surrounding Camogli which encompasses the side of the portofino promontory, offers lovely spots with marvellous views such as Ruta di Camogli, paths and trails through the mount of Portofino park, boat tours tothe bay of San Fruttuoso, whose...
vacation cinque terre - The rugged villages of the Cinque Terre, founded by Dark Age locals hiding out from marauding pirates, were long cut off from the modern world. Today the villages, linked by a milk-run train, a ferry, and a spectacular trail, draw hordes of hikers. To preserve the character of the towns and the area’s...
vacation genova - Genoa is a vertical city, where the sky can sometimes feel very close and give one a feeling of dizziness. Refined palaces are side by side with humble houses, which in the historic centre, are all close to the beautiful churches of the city, which have austere, black and white striped, marble facades or...
vacation imperia - Imperia meets you not only with seashores, flowers and a very nice climate , but also with monuments and archaeological sites ,with a mountain nature ,sometimes savage , crossed by very old trekker's paths; the ancient Ligurian people's millenarian history ; castles , Middle Age's mansions and churches of...
vacation in portofino - Portofino is a lovely small village of the Italian Riviera, with a tiny harbour. The pretty Piazzetta by the harbour is lined with cafe and restaurant tables; a lovely place to relax with a drink and watch the boats go in and out. Wandering the waterfront and the lanes, you'll find yachting boutiques,...
vacation la spezia - La Spezia is widely appreciated for its extremely mild climate and its ideal position in the Bay of Poets. Today, you can make a special request to visit the Naval Arsenal, which has been very successfully opened to the public. Besides the exhibits of industrial archaeology, you can see sectors that are in...
vacation lerici - The setting of Lerici is incomparable: from the beaches and cliffs of S.Terenzo, Tellaro and Fiascherino, all lying on the edge of the Bay of Poets, to the gardens and hillside woods amidst which nestle the old hamlets of Solaro, Pugliola, la Serra and Montemarcello. Easy, frequent boat trips take you to...
vacation levanto - Levanto is placed in a wide amphitheater with hills of pine-trees, chestnut-trees, olive-trees and vineyards. Levanto is one of the most beloved holiday destination of the Riviera of Levante. It owes its popularity to its wide beach which is partly covered by sand, and partly by pebbles, and for its...
vacation liguria - Liguria is a land that should be savoured a little at a time to avoid passing by incredible and seemingly concealed details. Pesto, focaccia, farinata: three typical Ligurian products, the preparation of which requires the use of extra virgin olive oil, the prince of regional cuisine. The Ligurian wines...
vacation portofino - Portofino is a charming fishing village that has become a boutiquey stop-off point for the yachting set. But although it fills up with trippers, this prettily-painted harbour settlement still exudes an air of tranquillity, and it's certainly a must for anyone visiting this stretch of coastline.
vacation rapallo - Rapallo offers to its visitors beaches well looked after and wellequipped but here you can also find spots of unsuspected exclusive beauty, such as San Michele di Pagana. Set in a small bay, it has maintained intact the lay-out of a fishing village whose houses give directly onto the beach. High above the...
vacation sanremo - Nature around Sanremo offers beautiful landscapes: hills covered by olive groves and vines, mountains that drop sheer to the sea and nice villages to visit, as Ospedaletto, Santo Stefano al Mare and Bordighera. In Sanremo you can practice several sports in contact with nature, for example diving, boat...
vacation santa margherita ligure - Santa Margherita Ligure occupies a beautiful position on the Gulf of Tigullio. Its attractive palm-fringed harbor is usually thronged with fun seekers, and the resort offers the widest range of accommodations in all price levels on the eastern Riviera. It has a festive appearance, with a promenade,...
vacation savona - Savona is the main town of the Riviera di Ponente. Tourism is the main source that's why it is visited in each period of the year from many tourists, thanks to its mild climate and to its lovely landscape, full of flowers in summer and in spring and with snow in autumn and in winter.
vacation ventimiglia - Ventimiglia is a lovely town on the Riviera dei Fiori. It is a land of great charm and warm, cordial welcomes which is truly Italian in flavour; a crossroads where trade and tourism meet, a place where the colours of the sea merge with the hues of the Mediterranean flora, in a lush natural setting warmed...

vacation lombardy

vacation bellagio - The peninsula of Bellagio extends with the town and its suburbs, on the banks, the false plain and on the hills which precede the northern extremity of the Larian promontory. For its position it has stupendous views of a large part of the lake with its mountains. Due to its excellent walks and its 800...
vacation bergamo - Bergamo is, as are many Italian towns, in two parts, Bassa and Alta, with the latter being, of course, the old part.The central square in Alta rivals San Marco in Venice for the wonderful sense of enclosure and "place". Bergamo is a proud and relatively upscale place. Milano is only an hour away...
vacation brescia - Brescia is an important city of art, rich in treasures and traditions. Many tourists simply remain enraptured by the ruins of the Roman forum, the temple of Vespasian and the theatre. Who knows how many treasures ancient Brixia still hides, a city so rich in archaeological finds as to incorporate them into...
vacation como - Como, as a sightseeing centre, clusters very largely around the Piazza Cavour, where most of the hotels stand, and extends into the near-by cathedral square. On the water-front there is a public garden with lake baths; a jetty has been pleasantly prolonged into the open water to form a convenient harbour;...
vacation como lake - Como Lake is one of the most beautiful Italian Lakes. It is situated in a basin surrounded by mountains. The lake offers quite a varied landscape, with colourful scenery and surroundings all year round. The largest town on the south-west coast is Como, with historical monuments, and wonderful shops for...
vacation cremona - Cremona is a lovely town of the nOrth of Itlay. Life in the fields, art and music are the elements that characterise Cremona. The city in fact boasts a secular agricultural tradition, fed by its geographical position, but it is just as famous for the quality of its artistic monuments and the exceptionality...
vacation desenzano del garda - Desenzano del Garda dates back to antique times, situated right in the centre of the southern basin of Lake Garda, has a good climate throughout the year, which makes it an ideal place for rest and entertainment with its modern facilities. A stay to Desenzano offers possibility for the nautical sports,...
vacation garda lake - The lake Garda, Italy's largest and most popular lake (D.H.Lawrence called it the most beautiful place on earth), is one of the best spots in Europe for windsurfing and sailing due to favourable winds from the Alps. It is famous for its bustling Riviera Bresciana of olives groves, vines and citrus orchards...
vacation in milan - Milan (Milano), situated on the flat plains of the Po Valley, is the capital of Lombardy and Italy’s richest and second largest city. Wealthy and cosmopolitan, the Milanesi enjoy a reputation as successful businesspeople, equally at home overseas and in Italy. Embracing tradition, sophistication and...
vacation livigno - Livigno, the famous ski resort in the Alpes, invites you to explore the fascinating world of snow, to enjoy your preferred kind of sport. Relax and let yourself be seduced by this exceptional village and its exquisite landscape. In the very heart of Europe, on the way from Zurich to Milan, you exploit an...
vacation mantova - Mantova is a city of Lombardy, located in the north of Italy, bordered on three sides by lakes formed by the Mincio River. It is an agricultural, industrial, and tourist center. Manufactures include machinery, metals, furniture, and refined petroleum. Originally an Etruscan settlement, Mantua was later a...
vacation milan - Southern Italians, perhaps resentful of the north's hard-earned prosperity, sometimes declare that the Milanese are like the nearby no-nonsense Swiss. With two million inhabitants, Milan (Milano) is Italy's most dynamic city. Milan is Italy's window on Europe, its most sophisticated and high-tech...
vacation pavia - Pavia was once protected by watchmen on 100 medieval towers. Sadly, only three towers on Piazza da Vinci are all that is left of what must have been an amazing sight. Pavia is also home to the third-largest duomo in Italy, which da Vinci helped design. Next, the Basilica di San Michele was built in 1090...
vacation valtellina - The Valtellina Valley is a land with traditions of the past, with a deep respect of days gone by and the memory of signifi-cant and characteristic customs linked with a sense of belonging to the territory. This is expressed today in local fairs and events with a strong public appeal. It is a land of...

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vacation garda lake - The Garda Lake is the largest lake in Italy; situated on the border between the regions of Lombardy and Veneto. It is perhaps the most beautiful lake in all of Europe. Its waters are incredibly blue, the particular blue of mountain spring water. History, climate, nature, incomaparable panoramas,...
vacation in milan - Sightseeing in Milan is relatively simple due to the fact that many of the attractions are within easy reach of each other. This makes it possible to find your way around on foot and the city centre has some attractive pedestrianised areas to enjoy. among the main attractions of Milan there is the Duomo...
vacation mantova - Mantua ( Mantova) was the capital of the domains of the Countess Matilde di Canossa a thousand years ago, and going back still further in time to the Etruscans, Romans, Lombards and Carolingians, Mantova offers the visitor a wonderful experience of both art and beauty. From the Romanesque churches to the...
vacation milan - The city of Milan has a strong a vibrant economy. In a report published by Barclays Private Clients in May 2002, Milan was considered the third wealthiest city in Europe after London and Paris, with a GDP of $110.5 billion. Furthermore, according to Milan's provincial government, the province contributes10...

vacation naples

vacation amalfi - Amalfi is a quite and picturesque seaside resort with a mild weather and surround of natural beauties. The town flourishes of innumerable and very interesting historical monuments such as: the Cathedral, the old dockyards and the Paper Mills that made and are still making today the famous paper of Amalfi....
vacation capri - Capri is a breathtaking area of natural beauty in the Bay of Naples. Its seductive charms already attracted a great many visitors for thousands of years. During the day the light dips the island into different colours and enchants the viewer. Capri is free of motorcars and there are only minibusses and...
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vacation ischia - In Ischia everything from the sea to the mountain - including its harbours, the small bays, its convenient beaches and ports, the high rockface along its coast, the vegetation, the variety of the plant life, the pine trees and the myriads of multi-coloured flowers - make Ischia one of the most beautiful...
vacation naples - Set around the beautiful bay of Naples and lying in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, Naples is the third-largest city in Italy and capital of the south. One of Europe’s most densely populated cities, it is chaotic, overcrowded, dirty and noisy. And yet this is part of its unique charm.
vacation paestum - If you have time to stray off the beaten path while in Campania, few places will reward you more than the ruins of this ancient Greek community. Unlike Pompeii and even Herculaneum, Paestum can often be deserted, and its gleaming white marble temples, set against the silver mountains and deep blue sea,...
vacation pompeii - Pompeii is the most important archeological site anywhere. Almost every other ancient urban site is simply the remains of a ghost town, long ago deserted by its citizens who carried away with them everything of value. Prior to the eruption of Vesuvius, Pompeii was a thriving city. Then it was buried with...
vacation procida - The charming island of Procida lies like an undiscovered garden next to its vibrant sister islands Ischia and Capri. Flourishing gardens and fragrant lemon and orange groves bewitch visitors with their lush beauty. Procida is the smallest and oldest island in the Bay of Naples and is, like Ischia, of...
vacation sorrento - In Sorrento there are lots of attrancions. They include the wonderful historical building of Chiesa di San Francesco and the popular museum of of Museo Coreale di Terranova. The restaurants in Sorrento are plentiful and you can get all sorts of European cuisine here, although the Italian is by far the most...

vacation piedmont

vacation acqui terme - Acqui Terme flourished around the I century a.c. and was called “Aquae Statiellae”,carrying the name of the first inhabitants and of the thermal water which derived from the ground. The most flourishing period was between the I and II century d.c. Testimonies in historical documentation by Plinio,...
vacation alba - Alba lies at the confluence of the stream Cherasca with the Tanaro, on the hills of the lower Langa. It is famous for its truffles, wines and gastronomical specialities. Its origins are very ancient (the first finds date back to Neolitic) and it has a beautiful old town centre with a Medieval structure....
vacation alessandria - Alessandria is a city in northwestern Italy, capital of the province of Alessandria, in the Piedmont (Piemonte) Region, on the Tanaro River. It is a commercial and industrial center; manufactures include hats and furniture. Alessandria was founded in 1168 by the people of Cremona, Milan, and Placentia (now...
vacation asti - Asti is between the north and the south of Monferrato's territory, lands where the predominant cultivation is the vineyard for wine. Going through its historical centre you can see the medieval towers that are alternated to baroque facades. It's interesting to visit the church of S. Secondo, the...
vacation biella - In the Biellese is preserved a considerable heritage of industrial sites and infrastructures related to them, which comes from a 20 century textile activity. The main factors of the specialisation of the textile activity are its long duration through the centuries and its ancient origins, testified by the...
vacation cuneo - Cuneo lies on a 'cuneiform' tableland formed by the confluence of the streams Gesso and Stura di Demonte. It was founded at the end of the 12th century as a free Commune in a strategical position between Piedmont and France. It was often besieged during the centuries, but it still shows evidence of its art...
vacation gavi - Gavi is a small town of the Piedmont, very famous for its wine production. Worth a visit is its fortress, which dates back 1,000 years, then a hike through the surrounding woods. Very famous and good is the wine that in Gavi is produced the "Gavi wine", one of Piedmont's most famous whites or the...
vacation in turin - Turin was the capital of the Duchy of Savoy, the Kingdom of Sardinia and then the first capital of Italy. Torino offers a circuit of great historical and architectural interest: the Savoy Residences. Surrounded by the crown of the Alps and hills, with over 16 million square metres of parks and gardens, 400...
vacation ivrea - In Ivrea are left many evidence of its glorious past times, such as the beautiful remaining of the amphitheatre nearby C.so Vercelli, a short portion of the sewerage system and some other pieces of buildings visible under the Hotel La Serra in C.so Botta and under the S.Paolo Bank in Piazza Balla. Ivrea...
vacation lake maggiore - The Maggiore is one of the nicest lake of Italy. It has some ‘Borromini’ islands: the "Isola Bella", the biggest and more famous, the "Isola dei Pescatori", and the "Isola Madre". All are equally charming; all equally crowded with Germans, and Americans, and middle-aged...
vacation lake orta - The area around Lake Orta has long been a favorite tourists, thanks to the quiet beauty of the landscape, its fascinating history and its wealth of artistic treasures - principally Romanesque and Baroque architecture. Lake Orta lies to the west of Lake Maggiore, in the northern Italy. It is a minor star in...
vacation langhe - The Langhe is a region made up of gentles hills in the north-western corner of Italy, between the Alps and the Riviera, in the area of Piedmont that lies south of the river Po. It is largely a rural area, yet the furthest of the three cities of Genoa, Milan and Turin is little more than an hour's drive away.
vacation monferrato - Monferrato is one of the most historic regions in Piedmont, lying almost entirely within the province of Alessandria; its borders on the south are defined by the course of the Tanaro, Belbo and Bormida rivers, and on the north by that of the Po. It is a relatively hilly region of moderate elevation, dotted...
vacation novara - The visit of Novara begins from the imposing Basilica of San Gaudenzio , with its famous cupola made by Antonelli, that dominates the city, added at the half of the 1800's. Also made by Antonelli the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, erected in the place of an ancient church; in the architectonic complex...
vacation piedmont - Piedmont offers the treasures of the forest - truffles, mushrooms, hazelnuts, and wild game - and its massive rolling mountains are draped with vineyards that produce powerful red wines to match. It is a region rich in history, in natural beauties thanks to its mountains, in enogastronomy and also very...
vacation sestriere - Sestriere is a very important ski resort of the North of Italy. In 1930, a Senator Agnelli built the first ski-lift, together with the famous round tower hotels. Thus was created Italy's first modern ski-resort, which has now grown into a stylish destination. 1½ mls long and 600 yds wide, it is...
vacation stresa - Stresa is one of the larger towns on Lago Maggiore. It knows that its biggest industry is tourism, and plays up to that role well. The promonade along the lakeside is beautiful, adorned with parks and gardens, as well as the occasional sculpture. There are a number of fabulous hotels facing the lake, and...
vacation turin - In Turin (Torino), the capital of Piedmont, the Italian Risorgimento (unification movement) was born. While the United States was fighting its Civil War, Turin became the first capital of a unified Italy, a position that it later lost to Florence. Turin was once the capital of Sardinia. Much of the city's...
vacation verbania - Verbania is formed by the union of Intra with Pallanza. In a beautifui panoramic setting, with its villas, parks and gardens, Pallanza has ioman origins. Intra is the major commercial port of the lake, with a very busy market, on Saturdays. It was the home of painter Daniele Ranzoni; see the interesting...
vacation vercelli - Vercelli is a very important city in the Piedmont region, in the North Italy, on the Sesia River. It is an important rice market. Nice and interesting to visit in Vercelli is the teatro Civico is situated in the centre of the town. If you walk from the theatre, along via Verdi, you will soon find Piazza...

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vacation amalfi - Amalfi is a wonderful town in the Gulf of Salerno. Its main acticity is the tourism. Most hotels, some with real character are located outside the historic centre, in outstandingly scenic situations. Here you can find some of the oldest hotels in Italy, from 5-star luxury to homely 2-star B&Bs. Here...
vacation in positano - Positano is situated in the Campania region of Italy, on the Amalfi Coast. Once a wealthy maritime power, it began the last century as a fishing settlement, and ended it as a popular, and rather chi-chi resort, famous for its hotels and boutiques as well as for the winding stairways that connect the town,...
vacation positano - Positano preserves many artistic and archaeological treasures, for example, the ruins of a Roman villa, or the three defence towers that were built by the Viceroy of Spain - Peter from Toledo in the 16th century. The cathedral of St. Maria Assunta dates back to more recent times, as its original structure...
vacation ravello - Ravello is one of the loveliest resorts along the Amalfi Drive. It has attracted artists, writers, and celebrities for years (Richard Wagner, Greta Garbo, André Gide, and even D. H. Lawrence, who wrote Lady Chatterley's Lover here). Ravello's reigning celebrity at the moment is Gore Vidal, who...
vacation sorrento - Holiday resort of world-wide renown, Sorrento boasts a remarkable agricultural production; oranges and lemons in fact, as well as olives and walnuts, are the symbol of Sorrento. Typical souvenirs like silk headscarfs and coral necklaces of various kinds can be bought in the characteristic bazaars; in the...

vacation puglia apulia

vacation alberobello - Since the birth of Alberobello, it is from the stratified calcareous rock that it has been taken the building materials, used for the trulli roof covering. The history of this unusual town dates back to the second half of the XVI century, when, being a little feud under the control of the Acquaviva family,...
vacation apulia - Apulia borders on Molise (north), Campania and Basilicata (west), the Adriatic sea (east) and the Ionian sea (south-west). The climate in Apulia is typically Mediterranean: hot and dry. The precipitation is scarce and take place only in the period between October and March and the summer droughts are...
vacation bari - Commercial and administrative capital of Puglia, a university town and southern Italy's second city, BARI has its fair share of interest. But although an economically vibrant place, it harbours no pretensions to being a major tourist attraction. People come here primarily for work or to leave for Greece on...
vacation brindisi - Brindisi is a pretty Apulian town in Italy. It a city full of traditions. Main folk traditions in Brindisi are of lay-religious origin. The traditional "Procession on the sea" takes place once a year in first week of September, during the celebration of Saint Protectors of the City, St. Teodoro...
vacation castel del monte - Castel del Monte is situated on a hill on which there was a Benedictine monastery with a church dedicated to St. Mary of the Mount. It stands at an intermediate point between the Castle of Melfi and the Royal Foggia Palace, where the political and administrative activities of Frederick were conducted. In...
vacation cisternino - Cisternino, 400 m above sea level, dates back to Medieval times and harbors a wide range of remarkable Renaissance and Baroque buildings. This whitewashed town holds live jazz concerts at the piazza, every weekend during the summer – strange to think of this in such a solitary part of the Italian...
vacation foggia - Foggia is rich in Baroque architecture. Apart from a series of beautiful structures, such as the Palazzo De Rosa and the Palazzo della Dogana, there is also an unusual church, known either as Chiesa del Calvario, or Chiesa delle Croci. Built between 1693 and 1740,itis made up of a complex of...
vacation gallipoli - Gallipoli is an ancient city in the south of Italy. It is a touristic locality, then during August it is frequented by many people. The picturesque medieval old city is interesting for its labyrinth conformation and fortification wall that defended it from Spain, Turkey, Venice in the history. You can see...
vacation gargano - The geo-morphological structure of the Gargano promontory is such that it has been able to conserve intact its original character and its ancient traditions. Today, it is connected to the rest of the peninsula by motorways, trunk roads and provincial roads. The three access routes to the promontory...
vacation lecce - Lecce is one of the most beautiful baroque towns in Italy. Its Church of Santa Chiara, in the opposite direction on Piazza Vittorio Emanuele, loaded down with ornaments, offers an interior full of little chapels groaning with garlands and gilt. The Church of Sant'Irene houses the most sumptous of Lecce's...
vacation locorotondo - Locorotondo is situated 410 mts. on the sea level on the Murgia highlands in the midst of the Itria Valley (the valley of the trulli). The typical trulli (the little white houses with conical rooves) are ideally situated amongst the huge oaks, the vineyards and the old olive-trees. There are about 139...
vacation ostuni - Ostuni is known as the "white city", or sometimes as the "manger city" because of the shape and the whiteness of the houses which make up the ancient nucleus of the town. The economic life of the people of Ostuni, (which is in industrial and commercial terms the second city of the...
vacation otranto - In ancient times it was called Hidrotum, a name that derives from the river’s name, Idro, and in all probability, it was founded by some Greek colonists coming from Crete island. On the contrary, the legend tells it was Daedalus the person who founded this town, after he had fled from Crete’s labyrinth....
vacation taranto - Taranto is also a very important naval base (both commercial and military), and it has well-developed steel and iron foundries, chemical works, some shipyards for building warships, and food-processing factories. The ancient city was situated on a peninsula, protected by a helm; the modern city has been...
vacation trani - The name Trani derives from Tirenum or Turenum. According to an old legend, it was founded by Tirreno, Diomede's son. Reminded in the Tabula Peutingeriana, it gained prestige after the destruction of Canosa by the Saracen and with the Norman it kept many autonomies which allowed it to the compilation of...
vacation tremiti islands - Inhabited since ancient times, the Tremiti used to be called the Insulae Diomedae, after the Greek hero Diomedes, who according to legend was buried here. The first piece of real historical information refers to the foundation of the Abbey of Santa Maria on the island of S. Nicola, which would...

vacation rome

vacation in rome - Rome is an hystoric city, vast and rich in art, monuments and churches. The city extended over six other hills: Quirinale, Viminale, Esquilino, Celio, Aventino and Capitolino. One of the most charming areas of the city is undoubtedly Trastevere. It is also one of the most crowded areas too, especially on...
vacation rome - Rome is halfway down Italy's western coast, about 20km (12mi) inland. It's a vast city, but the historic centre is quite small. Most of the major sights are within a reasonable distance of the central railway station, Stazione Termini. It is, for instance, possible to walk from the Colosseum, through the...

vacation sicily

vacation acireale - Acireale is located 16 km from Catania, alt 161 m, on a flat stretch of lava high above the Ionian Sea, area 40 sq km, pop. over 47,300, post-code 95024, tel 095. Economy: citrus and other fruit, with related industries; thermal station, mineral waters, stone quarrying, tourism. The city was probably...
vacation acitrezza - In Acitrezza, exactly on the stairway of Via De Maria, has been opened " la casa del nespolo " of the “Malavoglia”, managed by the association “Fantasticheria”. During the year, there are various manifestations: photographic exhibition, painting, high reliefs, cooking and so on. Inside "la...
vacation aeolian islands - The Aeolian are beautiful islands quite rugged, with deep caverns, steep cliffs, and splendid views. The volcanoes on Stromboli and appropriately-named Vulcano erupt fairly frequently; Filicudi, Alicudi and Salina are without volcanic activity in historical memory. Historically, the history of the Lipari...
vacation agrigento - Visit Agrigento for its past, not for the modern incarnation. However, once you've been awed by the ruined temples, you can explore the historic center, with its tourist boutiques hawking postcards and T-shirts, and enjoy people-watching at a cafe along Via Atenea. When it gets too hot (as it so often...
vacation catania - Catania is a very important city of Sicily. The modern city is characterized from the sumptuous and noble Baroque eighteenth-century, the escape of the long rectilinear streets, the notable stylistic homogeneity with which was reconstructed after the 1693 earthquake, the chief town is connected to the most...
vacation cefalu - Cefalù has got many important monuments. The valuable Cathedral erected in 1131, inside is full of works of art among them there are precious mosaics; Piraino Palace of Cinquecento; the church of St. Maria della Catena ornated by a pretty portico; the church of Purgatory and the Monte Pietà...
vacation egadi islands - For the summer visitors may want to consider holidaying on the Egadi islands. They are Favignana, Levanzo and Marettimo. They can be reached in a few minutes from Trapani yet offer a detached and luxuriant contrast to the white, parched salt plains. The crystal clear sea is phenomenal. It was here that...
vacation enna - Enna is the only land-locked province of Sicily and it is entirely mountainous. Because it is land-locked, its cuisine is very different from that of coastal Sicily. Pork, sheep, lamb, eggs, cheeses and vegetables are very important to the food of the province. Scrambled eggs with tomatoes, rabbit in...
vacation etna - Etna belongs to an arc of volcanoes which include Stromboli and Vesuvius. Etna is also one of the most active volcanoes in the world, although its eruptions are not as dramatic as others. Etna has erupted hundreds of times in the past, but was seldom recorded in ancient history. Legend associates the...
vacation giardini naxos - Giardini-Naxos was the site of the first Greek colony in Sicily (734 BC). Naxos enjoyed moderate success, at its height reaching a population of 10,000. An alliance with Syracuse in its 5th-century BC war for independence against Athens resulted in the devastation of Naxos. The modern town now has fewer...
vacation lampedusa - Lampedusa has an austere charm is not to everyone's taste and there is a 'sands of time' feel to the island. It was once covered in lush vegetation and attempts are being made to recapture this oasis with some success. Turtles still breed on the beaches and the once thriving sponge industry is just about...
vacation lipari island - Lipari, which enjoys the greator population of 10,000, forms a natural, central and convenient base for daily excursions to the other islands, through a connection of ferry (ships) and hydrofoils. It is possible to tour this island by car, bus or rented scooter on a macadam coastal road with...
vacation marsala - The city of Marsala is 30km from Trapani on the very eastern tip of Sicily. It was named after the Arabic Marsa Ali or 'Port of God' and was a Carthaginian stronghold for many years until the Romans eventually took it. Trade with Africa was its principal source of wealth and this attracted another Arab...
vacation messina - Messina's extendes from the sea and the slopes of the Peloritani mounts. I was reconstructed, with antiseismic modern criteria, after the earthquake of 1908, that destroyed it nearly completely. The city has a very important Port PORT that, with the characteristic "Letter Our Lady" seems to...
vacation milazzo - In times past, one or two boats at most would leave Milazzo's calm port each day. Today, however, ferries and hydrofoils leave the docks every hour, heading towards the Aeolians or towards the Italian mainland. Though this has created a fast-paced, hectic transportation center, Milazzo is nonetheless a...
vacation nicosia - Nicosia is a small town located about 40 mi. west-northwest of the active volcano Mount Etna in the highlands of central Sicily. Nicosia is in the south of the northern coast and is about about mid-way between Palermo and Messina. Nicosia is in the Sicilian province of Enna. As the highest elevated town...
vacation palermo - As a city, Palermo is both loathed and adored by visitors, praised and condemned. It's a mixture of panache and poverty, a place of beauty that is hideously ugly in places, and a great city in which to wear a money belt and keep an eye on your camera. There are a lot of safer places to be in the world than...
vacation pantelleria - Pantelleria is a unique, magic and wonderful place that you can visit not only in the summer but even in the winter, when days of African sun follow sea storms, a combination that makes the island really fascinating. In the spring time, Pantelleria is an explosion of typical Mediterranean colours, flowers,...
vacation pelagie islands - The name of Pelagie islands, of greek origin, literally translates as "High-Sea Islands". They lie about 200 km off the coast of Agrigento (Sicily), between Malta and Tunisian. Archipelago of Pelagian islands comprises Lampedusa, the main island with a surface area of 33 km2, and the two smaller...
vacation piazza armerina - Piazza Armerina is known worldwide for "the Mosaics of the Roman Villa of Casale". Located a few kilometers outside town, the villa is one of the largest Roman dwellings of its kind to have survived antiquity, and probably belonged to a wealthy patrician. Depicting scenes from daily life, such as...
vacation ragusa - On the southernmost coast of Sicily, Ragusa is only an hour from the city of Siracusa, but it is considerably less touristy than even Siracusa is. Those seeking tranquility and an authentic Sicilian experience will be very happy in Ragusa, and still have easy access to the more tourist drawing parts of the...
vacation sicily - And God created Sicily. The place where the mountains meet the sea. Sicilia, the island in the sun, is home to Heavenly beaches, majestic mountains and Europe's greatest natural wonder, Mount Etna. Sicily's coasts are gold with orange and lemon orchards. In northeastern Sicily you'll find lush forests. In...
vacation siracusa - Siracusa was founded in 743 BC by Corinthians from Greece. Better known as the Greek city-state of Syracuse, Siracusa was the most important part of Hellenic Sicily. Syracuse was the city of Archimedes, Pindar and Aeschylus and was almost as important as Athens was to the Greek world. The Temple of Apollo...
vacation taormina - Taormina rised as a tourist town, because Siculians, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Saracens chose it to sojourn there for a long period and not for political reasons only. The Normans, particularly, consecrated it like tourist residential center and it became, since then, center for congresses and...
vacation trapani - Trapani, the ancient Drepanon, jets out into the Mediterranean sea in the shape of a sickle. Walking down the streets of the oldest part of the city centre, one can easily notice the indelible marks left on Trapani's town planning and architectural styles by various civilizations.
vacation valley of the temples - The Valley of the Temples, stretched out along a ridge, inappropriately referred to as “valley”, and nestling in the area to the south of it, are a series of temples which were all erected in the course of a century (5C BC), as if to testify to the prosperity of the city at that time. Having been set...

vacation tuscany

vacation amiata - Monte Amiata (1,700 meters in height ) not far to the southeast, represents a natural barrier that protects Montalcino from most climatic adversities such as sudden downpours and hail-storms.
vacation arezzo - Town in Tuscany, Italy, 80 km/50 mi southeast of Florence population (1999) 91,300. Originally an Etruscan settlement, Arezzo is an important market for agricultural and animal products from the fertile surrounding districts, and trades in textiles and clothing, shoes, olive oil, antiques, and gold and...
vacation casentino - Casentino is considered by right one of the most beautiful valleys of Tuscany. Its borders, marked by the mountain ridges of Monte Falterona, Pratomagno and the Catenaia Alp make it look like a vast amphitheatre, in the centre of which the Arno River flows, running through the bottom of the valley as far...
vacation chianciano terme - The territory of Chianciano Terme extends for 37 kmq in the southern part of Siena province, between the Orcia Valley and the Chiana Valley, at 475-metre altitude. The area where Chianciano thermal baths have been developing is surrounded by woody hills, that haven't been affected by the serious problems...
vacation chianti - Chianti Classico wine has steadily reinforced its position in the affections of wine lovers throughout the world and thereby assured the prosperity and well-being of the region. Siena and Florence are the capitals of Chianti, which is shared between the provinces of the two communities. The zone amounts to...
vacation chiusi - Chiusi is strategically located in the center of Italy. Within about one hour drive tourist can visit Orvieto, Todi, Perugia, Assisi, Cortona, Arezzo, Siena, Montepulciano, Pienza and Montalcino. By train (station at Chiusi) it takes 1 hour 15 minutes to the center of Rome and 1 and half to the center of...
vacation cortona - Nature, fresh air and chance to escape from noise, smog and stress make Cortona a haven for nature lovers. Even sports enthusiasts can enjoy trekking, horse riding, mountain cycling, golf, swimming, skiing and fishing. What better hospitality than good cuisine? Food here is prepared with simple, natural...
vacation elba island - Any season is good to come at Elba; it just depends on what you enjoy best. Spring is special for Elba's wildflowers and the nesting season. Summer is obviously a favourite for the warm temperatures of both sun and sea. Autumn is ideal for gathering chestnuts, Porcini mushrooms, and enjoying the grape...
vacation empoli - The city of Empoli lies on the right side of river Arno, 35 kilometers away from Florence. Its territory is marked to the west by the right side of river Elsa and southwards by low marine hills. In the northern part, along the river, it borders the municipalities of Cerreto Guidi, Vinci and Capraia and...
vacation florence - Florence stands 50 m. above sea level on the banks of the Arno River, in a hollow surrounded by the first Chianti hills to the south and the Fiesole hills to the north; these hills are green and undulating dotted with small towns and isolated homesteads. A city of art and culture, Florence is the...
vacation grosseto - The Grosseto area has been visited since the Etruscan era, but the city became important only in the High Middle Ages, when it was a highway nexus between Pisa and Rome. There are many things to see in Grosseto such as the beautiful city walls from the Medici era (1574) enclose the small historic center....
vacation livorno - Livorno: unwinding between the sea and nature there is another fascinating route along the Coast of the Etruscans that preserves historical, cultural and artistic treasures like the Etruscan Necropolis of Baratti (the only one to be constructed by the seaside), the Mineral Park of S. Silvestro, the ancient...
vacation lucca - Lucca has one particularly stunning feature - ancient ramparts that ring the old city. The inhabitants built these brick walls in the 16th century for defense. Today, walk (or bike) around the city on the wide shaded walkways atop the walls. If that doesn't tire you out, climb up the Torre Guinigi - the...
vacation maremma - The Maremma has an "Parco Naturale della Maremma" which stretches along the Tyrrhenian coast from Principina a Mare to Alberese, and up to Talamone. The Park is characterized by important geographical elements such as the last stretch of the river Ombrone, the orographic system of the mountains...
vacation massa carrara - Situated in the northernmost part of Tuscany, the province of Massa Carrara, is in the centre of important tourist destinations such as the Golfo dei Poeti, The Cinque Terre and Tuscany art centres. Here, sea and land merge into a spectacular contrast created by nature. At the foot of the marble mountains,...
vacation montalcino - Montalcino provides a host of stimuli for the imaginations of those who visit it, involving them in that magical relation between man and nature that, here, has the rare quality of being absolutely spontaneous. The fundamentally mild climate and the large number of days of serene weather during the entire...
vacation monte argentario - At about 10 Km, where the lagoon reaches the sea, rises Santa Liberata, the place where the Romans built premises for rearing fish and which, to this day, still preserves remains of that Imperial past. Argentario, an ancient island separated from the continent over the centuries, starts at Santa Liberata....
vacation montecatini terme - Montecatini is ideal for the organization of meetings and conferences, equipped with modern and efficient centers such as the Palazzo dei Congressi, the Vittoria and the multi-functional area of the Imperiale. Numerous the structures dedicated to passing free time, such as the modern Teatro Verdi and the...
vacation mugello - The Mugello land, which has lived for centuries in the shade of Florence is to be found astride the watershed of the Apennines. It is a Tuscan land, rich of history and artistic evidence and above all it is a land of different surroundings from the rugged beauty of the valleys of the Upper Mugello or...
vacation pisa - Pisa plays a main role from an artistic point of view: here the renawal in architecture, in sculpture and painting anticipate the florentine movement of the renaissance: the famous Leaning tower of Pisa, castles, churches, monasteries, all scattered on the top of hills along the rivers and in the ancient...
vacation pistoia - Pistoia is situated in a charming position at the foot of the Apennines on the highway Firenze-Mare from Florence to the sea, it is the administrative capital of its province and an important agricultural and industrial centre. A tourist attraction of different character in the zoo "Città di...
vacation prato - Prato is 20 Km. far from Florence and it’s an important industrial point for Tuscany. Textile factories are the most important industrial resource for this city. Many factories have been built during the last century near the historical center of Prato. The old walled city is still intact, the cathedral...
vacation san gimignano - San Gimignano rises on a hill (334m high) dominating the Elsa Valley with its towers. Once the seat of a small Etruscan village of the Hellenistic period (200-300 BC) it began its life as a town in the 10th century taking its name from the Holy Bishop of Modena, St. Gimignano, who is said to have saved the...
vacation siena - One of the well known events of Italy is the Sienese Palio delle Contrade, the most famous, beautiful and deeply loved Italian popular celebrations, which has summerized and developed, to the highest point, the characteristics both of a religious and of a civil festivity. If you want to take part in the...
vacation val orcia - The Orcia Valley is a land far from the noisiness and the uproar of modern life, happily remote from the highways and big road junctions. The unsuccessful industrial developement of the area and the never ending link betwen the inhabitants and the traditional arts and crafts of the past have safeguarded...
vacation valdichiana - The Valdichiana is a land of tuscany, very famous for its wine production. The "Wine Trails of Tuscany" run through magnificent wine-growing areas which, apart from the obvious vineyards and wineries, offer an integrated tourist package of cultural, historical and natural attractions. These...
vacation versilia - In Versilia you can rediscover the perfumes and tastes of the “poor” cooking. The mushrooms, which are prepared in many different ways, the salami (excellent are those from Gombitelli, municipality of Camaiore), the game (thrushes, hares, wild boars), that match with very good Tuscan red wines. Then you...
vacation viareggio - Viareggio is a renown bathing resort, known as the "Pearl of the Tyrrhenian Sea" stretches on a wide territory embracing two pine wood forests and the beautiful Massaciuccoli Lake. Among its most important events is the Carnival (January-February), the Viareggio Literary Prize (July-August) and...

vacation umbria italy

vacation assisi - Assisi should be a perfect Umbrian hill town. It's a tiered, overgrown village of pink and pale-gray stone drawn out along a mountainside and surrounded by a valley patchwork of fields and olive groves. It boasts Roman roots, a glowering castle and twisting alleyways from the Middle Ages, and some of...
vacation cascia - The town of Cascia is situated at 563 meters above sea level near the Corno river. Cascia was founded during Roman times, even if nothing remains which remembers those times, due to devastation by barbaric tribes and the earthquakes which have always disturbed the town and the neighbouring cities.
vacation deruta - Deruta is famous all over the world for its artistic ceramics. Accessing the historical centre of Deruta from the Porta di S.Michele Arcangelo, you’ll immediately notice visible testimonies of ancient furnaces. In the Palazzetto Municipale are hosted both the Pinacoteca and the Museum of Ceramics. You may...
vacation foligno - Surrounded by beautiful hills, Foligno is one of the few historical centres in Umbria situated in the valley. It is characterized by its tree-lined avenues, town squares, historical buildings, gardens and religious centres-such as the Romanesque church of Saint.Maria Infraportas and the Sassovivo Abbey. A...
vacation gubbio - Gubbio is a medieval town if Umbria situated in a panoramic position and in a beautiful landscape on the slopes of mount Ingino. Notable for its beauty, Gubbio is the most classic village of Umbria characterized by narrow streets, bridges, small piazzas and medieval quarters. The rests of a prehistoric...
vacation marsciano - Welcome in the Municipality of Marsciano in its fertile countryside in which the Tiber river flows, and among the gentle hills characterized by small villages and Medieval castles. It is a territory where woods of holm-oaks and oaks coexist with the maquis and with the wisely cultivated fields of...
vacation montefalco - At Montefalco, enclosed by a massive XIII-century wall, the bell towers and defense towers spike up among the tile roofs. For centuries the religious and civil elements of the city have lived together in harmony. As soon as you enter the city you must begin to climb. Any direction leads to the round Piazza...
vacation narni - Narni is a small fine city rising on a ness dominating the Nera river valley. The city was a center of Umbri people, with the name of Nequinum, even if in this area there was already a primitive human settlement, then, in 299 B.C., it was conquered by the ancient Romans, led by the Consul M. Fulvio. It was...
vacation norcia - Situated at 604 meters above sea level between the Sordo and Torbidone rivers, the town of Norcia, in ancient times known as "Nursia",is the region's largest town. Norcia was the birth-place of a great religious personage: St.Benedict, who was the first monk of Christian faith and the founder of...
vacation orvieto - Because of its location, because of its Etruscan roots, because of its charming medieval character, and above all because of its celebrated Cathedral which is a gem of Gothic architecture, Orvieto is one of Italy's most unique and interesting cities. Orvieto is at an elevation of 1000 feet while the...
vacation perugia - Perugia is a capital city in a medieval hill town's clothing -- a town of Gothic palaces and jazz cafes, where ancient alleys of stone drop precipitously off a 19th-century shopping promenade. It produced and trained some of Umbria's finest artists, including Gentile da Fabriano and Perugino (born Pietro...
vacation spello - A steep slope introduce us to the heart of Spello, an ancient village whose history goes back up to the Roman Age. Two well preserved augustan gate surround the town: Porta Venere, with its towers, Porta Consolare, Porta Urbicale. Anyway the most precious treasure of Spello are the wonderful frescoes of...
vacation spoleto - Spoleto, an important Umbrian town, from the third century BC it fell into the sphere of Roman power, then became a colony, called Spoletium, in 241 BC. Spoleto the magnificent is a sequence of distinctive nooks and historic charm, the perfect scenario for hosting the marvels and enchantment of the...
vacation terni - The aspect of Terni is mainly modern; however, it preserve interesting buildings of the past which merit to be visited and which make Terni a pleasant place to live in.
vacation todi - Todi is a very old town that dominates the river Tevere’s valley. Todi’s district includes other centres, which are: Collazzone, Fratta Todina, Marsciano, Massa Martana and Monte Castello di Vibio. All of them are famous for their unpolluted environment and their historical-cultural heritage. What marks...
vacation umbria - Umbria is a perfect region for living, a land rich in natural beauties, but also in great and ancient civilisations and in creative energy; a melting pot where past and present mix with plans for the future, blending effortlessly. Nestling between Tuscany, Marche and Lazio, Umbria regards itself as Il...

vacation venice

vacation in venice - Venice not only offers art and culture, but also history, and bandages oriental: it is also this her reported magic at poets and writers. Cultural events as the Biennal d'Art, the Mostra of the Cinema, or also the famous Venice Carnival they belong to the character of this extraordinary city. The Venice...
vacation venice - Venice is well-known as "La Serenissima". The history of La Serenissima is a story best told by the lives of two of its' most well known citizens; Marco Polo, the merchant and explorer of the 13th century; and Giacomo Casanova, the seducer and lover of 18th century Venice. One used his mastery...