Situated in Mediterranean Europe, Italy is a beautiful country with rich history and a wealth of traditions having plenty to offer to those who've picked it as a destination point.
56,778,000 people inhabiting the land speak Italian, French, Slovene, Ladino and certainly will be able to communicate with you in good English.
The beautiful cities like Rome, Milan, Venice, Sorrento, Palermo, Pisa and many others are real treasurers containing art collections unparalleled anywhere in the world. Italy's great cultural legacy is generously distributed among every tiniest settlement of the land, making your travel to Italy an unforgettable adventure no matter where and when you decide to go. Besides, the great variety of landscape in Italy, the country's mild climate and friendly people offer plenty of possibilities and entertainment all year round for those seeking for active vacation or travelling on business, artistic connoisseurs, gourmands and shopaholics, etc. However, travel Italy is most adorable in spring (April to May) and autumn (October through November), as the weather there is most pleasant, yet tourists are still few.
Among most famous cultural monuments you'd better take time to visit during the travel to Italy we could not but mention the Roman Coliseum, of course, one of the world's Seven Wonders; St Mark's Square with its majestic basilica; heart of Catholic Church, the city-state of Vatican and its marvellous Sistine Chapel, numerous museums and beautiful gardens; the windy canals of Venice where gondoliers' serenades call up colourful dreams, the leaning Tower of Pisa and the deserted Pompeii that spent thousands of years under the ashes... the list could be endless.
For the thousands of years of its existence and history Italy has been home to many civilizations including the Greeks and the Romans largely influencing its neighbours' development as well as enriching own potential. Having overcome numerous ups and downs, it's become a top-rating industrialized country with the 7th highest GDP in the world, being a founding member of the European Community, European Union, Council of Europe and NATO.
Italians are also famous for their ability to enjoy the 'dolce vita' with no cares of whatever in the world, yet they are very compassionate and not indifferent, so you will meet a warm welcome everywhere. While drawing a detailed plan of your travel to Italy with a long 'must-do' list try and leave some space for relaxation in the street cafes with a glass of perfect wine or a cup of cappuccino, an idle stroll along the placid streets of historical districts and participation in local carnival celebrating the mystery of life.
As tourism is a highly-developed industry the only thing you may lack during your travel to Italy is time. Here, our site will be of great help, singling out important information about Italian history, art and architecture, festivals, sightseeing and attractions (helping you decide where to go and when, and at which of the hotels to stay), giving an overview of major Italian cities including the tips for getting to Italy and moving around the country's best places, as well as providing you with interesting facts about Italian weather, traditions of eating and drinking and ideas for adventures. Our maps are what you need not to get lost, making your travel to Italy an exciting and unforgettable experience. |