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For years Italy has been one of the most popular travel destinations for tourists from the world over. Culture, beauty, food, history….this European country has it all? The reasons to visit Italy are endless. Every traveller will be able to find something unique in this stunning country, something that will make them want to come back again and again. But what makes Italy one of the most visited countries in Europe if not the world?
There are many reasons to visit Italy
World-Famous Cities
Italy is home to numerous cities that simply astound any traveller’s imagination.
From the north to the south, Italy swarms with magnificent destinations, starting with stunning cultural metropolis like Rome, Florence, Venice, and Milan, which are dominated by majestic cathedrals and soaked in history. There are also lovely hospitable southern towns and villages such as Amalfi, Ravello, Sorrento, and Positano, which offer charming winding streets with colorful Mediterranean houses and unparalleled coastal views. Whatever the Italian city and region you choose, you can never go wrong as your planned and customized tours to Italy will always be unforgettable.
Amazing Food Italian food is an essential part of the history and culture of the country, even sometimes equated to art. Pizza, ravioli, risotto, and, of course, pasta….what an unlucky person who has not tried at least one of those.
Apart from providing the opportunity to try some authentic, world-famous delicacies, Italian cuisine has a lot in store to please gourmets from all over the world. Each Italian region has its own local specialties and traditional secrets of cooking, contributing to the whole gastronomic delight of the country. And let’s not forget Italian wines. Already have your mouth watering?
Art and Architecture Among the many reasons to travel to Italy, experiencing astounding art and architecture are among the most popular reasons for many travellers.
While Florence is the undisputed star when it comes to artistic heritage, other cities also stand quite imposing in this field. From Rome to Venice, from Catania to Perugia, wherever you go in Italy you will be hardly ever be met with a lack of art masterpieces. Bernini, Bornomi, Michelangelo, Donatello, daVinci, Caravaggio, Canaletto, Canova, Giotto are all big names throughout the country. Travelling around different regions you will also enjoy paintings, sculptures, palaces, and churches wherever you go.
History
Partially connected to art and architecture, Italy also has a huge historical heritage. In this, too, different regions have different pasts.
Rome will show you traces of a mighty ancient empire, the papal kingdom and Renaissance noble families. In Florence, you can travel through the Middle Ages and Renaissance times. Middle Age imprints also are shown in the towns of Viterbo, Bracciano, Perugia, or even Venice, while Sardinia has a wonderful display of the Bronze Age with the nuraghi stone towers and villages belonging to the island’s ancient civilization.
If you’re a history buff, you will definitely be spoiled with all of the choices of where to visit in Italy, but even if you want a diverse holiday and only want to devote a few days to historic sites, this is one of the most fulfilling reasons to visit Italy.
Dramatic Landscapes
It’s no coincidence that Italy is considered one of the most beautiful countries in the world. This is a place where the snow-capped peaks of the Alps harmoniously contrast with the orange groves of Sicily, with the vineyards of Tuscany, as well as the ravine-cut lands of Basilicata.
A real treasure of Italy is its magnificent lakes. Lakes Como and Garda, set in Lombardy, are the most popular with tourists, however, central Italy also boasts lakes of volcanic origin as Albano, Bolsensa, Bracciano, and Vico.
Sandy Beaches Surround Italy
It is impossible to be too far away from the sea in Italy as it has more than 5,000 miles of coastline. The only landlocked city in Italy is Umbria. You can choose the beach in Italy that suits your style since all Italian beaches have something unique to offer. The Tuscany region is wild and empty, whereas the Cinque-Terre region is crowded with picturesque coves. In Puglia (near Venice), at the bottom of the country, you can enjoy the clean blue waters of Lido beach.
Unesco World Heritage Sites
Italy has more heritage sites than any other nation. More than 50 sites are listed including historical centers such as Florence, Siena, Pienza, Positano and Vietra. Visit Agrigento and Parestum to see ancient temple ruins and Mount Etna for an amazing view of an active volcano.
Festivals
Every season has its own festivals in Italy. We aren’t talking only about the national holidays (such as Christmas, Easter, Ferragosto, or Carnival) that every city celebrates in a different way, but also and especially local festivals. They are usually organized in honor of a town’s patron saint or some other date important for the area. In every region there are religious festivals and food “sagra” fairs. Here the focus is on a particular dish or ingredient for the sagra (fair) such as the ones in honor of the mushroom or the ravioli or even the asparagus!
Premium Shopping Opportunities
With no exaggeration, Italy is the kingdom of shopping and an honored trendmaker for Europe and the whole world headed by the capital of fashion, Milan. Apart from such brands as Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana, and Prada, Italy has lots of outlets that offer additional discounts.
Moreover, if you travel to Italy during the sale season (which is early January and mid-July) you can easily buy clothing and bags from the most fashionable Italian brands with 70% discounts. Quite hard to resist, isn’t it?
There Is Always More
Regardless how many times you’ve been to Italy before, the country will never cease to amaze you. When all the major sights are crossed out of your sightseeing bucket list, you’ve visited and fallen in ove with all the main cities of the region, and tried all possible variations of the best pizza….you quite possibly aren’t even halfway through your Italian journey.
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