To help you avoid “embarrassment de richesse”
during your travel Italy we’ve made up a small list of
sightseeings and attractions that could be well worth
visiting. May it be far from full, yet a glimpse on the life of Italian
cities will certainly be of use.
Milan, the land’s financial power-house, is referred to as
either Italy's second or first city, depending on who you ask. It is
here that ‘deals are made’. Despite lacking the
medieval charm due to plenty of rebuilding it still has much to offer a
visitor, namely such simple pleasures as strolling in Brera and the
Navigli districts or more cost-consuming designer shopping. Bear in
mind that winters are usually cold and misty, and summers sultry here.
The Amalfi Coast presents a mountainous coastline with some towns and
fishing villages south of Naples and is a major tourist attraction. The
settlements are built at a very steep angle that is why streets are
often zigzagging. Tourism being the area’s main employer,
here you will always meet friendly service and a variety of attractions
for your money, but - the prices may be biting.
Palermo, Sicily’s regional capital, is a city of contrasts.
This busy port houses quite a number of tourist attractions. Yet, it is
probably best known for being hotbed for organized crime, which however
may be only adding to its magnetism. Don’t miss the Norman
Cattedrale and La Martorana, a Norman church, Puppet Museum and the
Vucciria market. Most daring of you could also visit Convento dei
Cappuccini's catacombs lined with the dead.
Frascati, a hill-town of the Castelli Romani complex situated not far
from Rome, is a popular day trip destination. Both tourists and
nationals come here just to relax, enjoy the change of pace, take a
breath of clean air, and treat themselves to good food. The gardens are
open to the public and free. Be sure to try some of the famous Frascati
wine.
Sorrento is located on a plain overlooking Naples and embracing
Vesuvius. The charming town is exceedingly popular with tourists and
the English language is widely spoken here. Lack of actual 'sights' is
made up by numerous panoramic views and pleasant spots, and the wide
range of accommodation options in will make it an ideal destination for
everyone who travels to Italy. Piazza Tasso, with its numerous cafes,
is the tourist focal point.
Another lovely Italian town is Verona, in the Veneto. The place is rich
in archaeological sites and has a beautiful historic center with narrow
streets and palazzos. The Roman Arena, the city's grandest sight, where
great concerts and operas are performed, competes for its popularity
with the so-called 'Juliet's balcony' well known for every romanticist
around the world.
Do you still hesitate where
to go and when during your travel to Italy? Then read further!
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