0 Top 10 Most Beautiful Places in Italy

It’s amazing how many Italians opt not to go abroad for their holidays. When I taught English in Rome I used to ask my students why they didn’t visit other countries. They simply replied: “Why would we? We have incredible culture, the best beaches and mountains to go skiing in the winter!” Italy is undoubtedly beautiful and I feel privileged to have spent 3 years of my life there. It’s a unique country where you are just as likely to find beauty in a quiet cobbled backstreet or a traditional trattoria than in its stunning beaches or extraordinary countryside. Using my experience of living in Italy I have compiled a list of ten places I feel are worth visiting. Some will be obvious, others maybe not so. Here is my personal list of top 10 most beautiful places in Italy:


1. Sardinia

This large island just off the coast of Italy is a favoured holiday spot for Italians and rich footballers. Most of the time it’s a quiet and relaxing island but popular areas can get very busy in the summer so you will need to book early to get the best places. To reach Sardinia you can sail into or land at Alghero, Cagliari or the port town Olbia. The whole island is beautiful and compared to many holiday islands resorts in Europe it remains relatively unspoilt. There are certainly no high rise concrete hotels here – even the resort areas are surprisingly tasteful. I would personally recommend Sant’antioco and San Pietro as these are the most remote and traditional areas. Sardinia’s coastline is world renowned and you won’t have to search far for amazing beaches and clear water. It isn’t a cheap island but it’s definitely worth a visit.

2. Puglia

A strange inclusion some might say. To be honest I hadn’t really considered Puglia until I discovered ‘Il Collegio Holidays’. The company was featured on Channel 4's Grand Designs in 2004 and they offer visitors a chance to stay in a beautiful villa in Masseria Impisi. It’s marketed as an art holiday although even if you are hopeless at drawing (like me) you still could enjoy the wonderful scenery that the Adriatic coast offers. This part of Italy is perfect for those wishing to sample a genuine taste of the real Italy as well as the fabulous blue sea and beaches. Other reasons to visit this region are the excellent cuisine, beautiful baroque towns and picturesque olive groves and orchards.

3. Venice

Venice is one of the most famous cities in Italy and one that’s built on water. It’s also often classed as one of the world’s most romantic travel destinations. In the middle of the city you will find the grand square ‘Piazza San Marco’ where the even more impressive basilica resides (it’s rumoured that Napoleon called the square the drawing room of Europe). If you’re a culture seeker you’ll be spoilt for choice here, Venice has the world’s most artistic masterpieces per square kilometre and there are numerous churches, museums, and palaces worth visiting. One highlight is the Bridge of Sighs (Ponte dei Sospiri) which is an enclosed bridge that passes over the Rio di Palazzo. If you’re a romantic type and want to try a gondola just remember to take plenty of money – you will be charged a small fortune for the privilege. Also try to avoid Venice in summer where the crowds can get unbearable.

4. Sorrento & The Amalfi Coast

This coastline should be on everyone’s list of beautiful places to visit in Italy. The most famous area is the resort Sorrento where you’ll find the addictive liqueur limoncello and plenty of great wine. The city can also be used as a base to visit Pompeii, this is the town which was buried by Mount Vesuvius’ volcanic eruption back in 79AD. Further along the rugged coast you will find the picturesque and affluent town of Positano and the town of Amalfi. The Amalfi Coast offers one of the world’s greatest coastal drives so be sure to hire a car if you can. I would also recommend taking a boat from Sorrento to the island of Capri. On Capri you can take a trip to the gorgeous Blue Grotto – a sea cave that is flooded with a brilliant blue or emerald light. Just be warned the Amalfi Coast area gets very busy in the summer.

5. Milan

Milan is one of Europe’s richest cities and Italy’s home of fashion. It’s known for its stylish shops and up-market restaurants. The city is overflowing with aspiring models and fashion designers which makes for an interesting city experience to say the least. There are also many architecturally impressive buildings in Milan ranging from old Neo-classical Milanese palaces to ultra-modern towers and commercial buildings. For those who want to mix culture with their shopping and eating make sure you visit La Scala (one of the World’s most famous opera houses) and the Duomo which has an incredible marble façade which I personally think is worth the trip alone.

6. Bologna

A city known for its beauty, left-wing politics, wealth and most importantly its cuisine. Bologna is the capital of the Emilia-Romagna region in northern Italy. If you arrive by train, move swiftly away from the station so you can take in the beautiful sites of the city. There are many arcades which allow you to explore the city even if it’s raining. I recommend wandering around the backstreets until you stumble upon one of the many beautiful squares where you can stop for a cafe or gelato. Bologna also boasts the oldest university in the world, which was founded in 1088. Although most people visit the city to discover its renowned culinary delights, these include tagliatelle al ragù, lasagne, tortellini served in broth and fried gnocchi.

7. Rome

It’s impossible to do a tour of Italy without visiting the capital. Rome is an amazing city which is full of history spanning twenty centuries – you could say Rome is the world’s best open-air museum. As you wander around the streets the architecture will leave you in awe. There are many sites to see, the most famous being the Coliseum, the Vatican, St. Peter’s, the Trevi Fountain and my personal favourite the Pantheon. You won’t see them all in a weekend but it will give you a reason to go back. Rome’s cafe culture is also another reason to visit and for a true Rome experience chose from one of many piazzas and sit down for (an expensive) coffee or icecream. For the best food in town, follow the Romans to Trastevere.

8. Sicily

The largest island in the Mediterranean Sea makes an excellent holiday destination. Like Sardinia it has excellent beaches and wonderful cuisine only far cheaper. You will also have the luxury of being able to island hop – the Aegadian Islands, Aeolian Islands and Pantelleria Lampedusa are all nearby and very accessible. Sicily is a traditional and rustic island with a rich culture and a potent mix of architecture, arts, cuisine, literature and music. Here you can spend your time sitting on beaches, visiting archaeological sites or sampling the locally caught fish. Make sure you include a visit to the Selinunte which is an ancient building containing five temples centered on an acropolis. The east coast of Sicily is more developed and tourist friendly and the west coast is more untouched. As you travel down the latter you’ll be amazed how friendly the Sicillian people are and how pleased they are that you chose to visit Sicily.
I hope you’ve enjoyed my 10 of the most beautiful places to visit in Italy. It was definitely a tough choice, when it comes to writing about Italy I could easily have listed a hundred places worth visiting.

9. Florence and the Tuscany Region

Florence is a fascinating place and an art lovers dream. A popular city nestled in the rolling hills of the Tuscany region, Florence has plenty to offer the visitor. If you’re thinking of staying in the area there are lots of holiday apartments in Florence to choose from. The city has numerous museums filled with famous paintings and sculptures. Two places I recommend you visit are the Pitti Palace and the Uffizi. The latter hosts work by Caravaggio, Leonardo da Vinci, and Michelangelo and receives approximately 1.6 million tourists a year (you should book before you go or unfortunately face a long wait). Also take your time to explore the rest of the Tuscany. Known as Renaissance country, the region offers some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. The extraordinary countryside and coastline keep vacationers happy and the ever flowing supply of fine wine and cuisine will certainly please food connoisseurs.

10. Verona and the Lakes

Verona is a lovely city which was made famous by Shakespeare’s famous story of Romeo and Juliet. It has the third largest Roman Arena in Italy and if you’re lucky enough you can catch an opera festival during your visit (something which I highly recommend). UNESCO has awarded the city a world heritage site status because of its urban structure and architecture, which include Roman remains and ancient castles. As you can imagine Verona is a very romantic city, so if you take a partner beware they could end up proposing! The Italian lakes are accessible from Verona and Lake Garda, Lake Como and Lake Maggiore are some of the most well-known. The mountain lakes offer classically beautiful images of Italy and are flanked by sleepy cobblestone villages and secluded gardens.

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0 Best Holiday In Italy | Colosseum In Rome City

The Holidays: Best Holiday In Italy | Colosseum In Rome City. If you traveled to Italy, then there is a awfully attention-grabbing tourist attractions simply just ought to visit the Colosseum in Rome. Started by Emperor Vespasian of the Flavia family, was opened by his son Titus in eighty AD. In antiquity, Romans is additionally stated because the Colosseum with the official name Amphitheatrum Caesareum. The primary Latin name Colosseum is Amphitheatrum Flavium, generally English as a result of the Flavian Amphitheater. Flavius amphitheater is that the biggest and most spectacular inside the Roman world, but additionally the foremost famous monuments in Rome and is believed as a result of the "Colosseum" or "Coliseum".



The building was created by emperors of the Flavian dynasty, the primary name, once the reign of Emperor Nero. The statue was later reworked by Nero's successor to be similar to the Helios (Sol) or Apollo, the sun god, by adding the appropriate solar crown. The name remains utilised in fashionable English, but these structures generally referred to as the Colosseum. Head of Nero additionally replaced over and over with the highest of the emperor succeeded. Though the pagan links, the statue remained standing well into the medieval era and was credited with magical powers. The name Colosseum has long been believed to originate from the colossal statue of Nero nearby (the statue of Nero himself is thought as once one in each of the primary ancient wonders, the Colossus of Rhodes). It came to be seen as an iconic image of eternity Rome.



Colosseum is one in each of the foremost important buildings inside the Roman empire, and is additionally used as a location to hold a selection of important activities at the time. Colosseum used to hold the event that's legendary for gladiators and different important events at the time. Shows, stated as Munera, is typically given by personal folks rather than countries. The gap ceremony is incredibly hanging, lasted one hundred days throughout that people see the massive fights, shows and looking that involves the killing of thousands of animals (5000 in line with the historian Suetonius).



They have a strong non secular part, but additionally demonstration of power and standing of the family, and very in vogue with residents. To open, the world arena jam-packed with water to a minimum of one in every of the foremost fantastic events held in Roman times, naumachias - a real ocean battles reproducing nice battles inside the past. There is additionally an account of re-enactment of the famous naval battle between (Corfiot) Greeks Corcyrean and Corinth. This has been the subject of some discussion among historians; though providing the water would not be a retardant, it's unclear how the podium can be waterproofed, additionally there will be enough space inside the rostrum for the warships to maneuver. Throughout the primary days of the Colosseum, ancient writers recorded that the building was used for naumachiae (more appropriately referred to as navalia proelia) or simulated ocean battles. Another in vogue kind of looking may well be a show animal, or venatio. This diDivariasikan by using varied styles of wild animals, significantly animals - animals that were imported from Africa and conjointly the center East, and included creatures like elephants, bears, Caspian tigers, giraffes, rhinoceros, hippopotamus, aurochs, wisents, Barbary lions, crocodiles, tigers panthers, leopards, and ostriches. Account inaugural games held by Titus in AD eighty describe it jam-packed with water to point out specially trained swimming horses and bulls.





Coliseum is one in each of the foremost spectacular ancient structures. It's four floors, the first having eight arches three each; arch on the second and third floors are adorned with large statues. They are additionally usually used for executions throughout that the hero of the story - played by a condemned person - was killed throughout a horrible technique but the mythological reasonably authentic, like being attacked by beasts or burned to death. Work planned to start in late two011 and take up to 2 and a years. Imagine all white, totally coated in beautiful travertine stone slabs. Sylvae or recreational landscapes are also held inside the rostrum. Painters, technicians and designers would construct a simulation of a forest with trees and shrubs planted on the concrete floor of the podium. The Colosseum is additionally the placement of the Roman Catholic ceremony inside the 20th century and twenty one. For example, Pope Benedict XVI leads the technique of the Cross stated because the Bible method of the Cross at the Colosseum. Animals are introduced to fill the scene to please the gang. Today, the Colosseum is currently a heavy tourist attraction in Rome with thousands of tourists annually paying to seem at the within arena, though entrance for EU voters partially backed, and under-18 and over-65 entrance EU voters are free. It's elliptical in type to hold the audience extra.

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0 The Holidays; Italy Remains Top Destination for Holidays

A recent survey by a flight comparison site has found that while Spain and the USA remain the top two most popular holiday destinations for Brits, Italy is a solid third place. As summer hits, Brits everywhere will be feverishly searching the internet and their local travel agency for top deals, and Italy is sure to be among the most desired destinations.

Summer is slowly commencing in the UK, and despite the tough economic times, many will still be willing to spend on holidays. Italy, with its beautiful cities, amazing food and abundance of culture and historical sites, will definitely be seeing its fair share of tourists from the British isles this summer.



Among the top destinations in Italy is of course its capital city of Rome. Most go to see the Coliseum, the Trevi Fountain, and the Spanish Steps, among other historical sites. However the city is also full of amazing food, art and of course wine.

Naples, to the south of the country, is another popular Italian destination, despite its recent negative headlines concerning the garbage crisis and the Mafia. The capital of Campania is the third largest city in Italy and one of its most picturesque, nestled on the Mediterranean Sea.



Of course for beauty few cities in Europe can match Florence, which for this reason is also one of the most visited places in the country. The capital of Tuscany is full of historical sites and beautiful Renaissance architecture. It is also one of the top cities for fashion in the world.

Once in Italy, due to the strength of the pound against the Euro, Brits will find their spending power has been multiplied and may even be able to afford some top Italian fashion. Bargain Italian holidays can be found easily on the internet, especially through travel sites like Thomas Cook and others.

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