Let us start with a few quick words about how Italy is such a lovely place for those who appreciate arts and culture. Let's start real quick with Lucce, a former Roman colony that can entertain and amuse even up to this day. The town center is enclosed in a brick wall from the sixteenth century that has a path along the top of the wall. Next, explore the city's many gardens, monuments and other attractions. The Cathedral of San Martino dates back to the eleventh century, the Church of San Michele in Foro features a Romanesque marble facade, carved marble columns and artwork form the twelfth through fifteenth centuries. Casa di Puccini is the fifteenth century home of famous composer Giacoma Puccini and is now a school o of music and museum dedicated to the former dweller. Lucce National Picture Gallery offers views of tapestries, frescoes and the artwork of artists such as Agnolo Bronzine Domenico, Boccafini and Luca Giondone Spectacular views can be seen from the 130 foot rises. Torre Guinigi and Lake Como offers a laid back look at small town life in Italy. Villa Carlotta is an eighteenth century botanical garden and museum sure to delight the horticulture lover. For a taste of what Roman architecture was like in 1 BC, visit Fiesole's amphitheater and baths. The Nearby Florence hill offers trails for the bicycling enthusiast.
Sicily
Sicily is known for it's burning volcanoes like Mt. Etna and should be visited during your tour of Italy for this reason alone. Sicily also offers wonderful Italian culture, shopping and entertainment for the whole family.
Venice
Venice is a sight to behold with it's sweeping gondolas traveling the waterway streets and it's old world flavor. For the most brilliant view of the waterways, we suggest Venice's Ponte di Rialto, a bridge dating back to the sixteenth century that is also a great place to meet and greet people, go shopping and take all the photos you want to take. To relax and unwind, you can visit St. Mark's Square, a place teeming with numerous Italian-style cafes. The Basilica di San Marco is an historic place mainly because this is where Gallileo unveiled his very first telescope to a sceptical audience. Another photo-opt spot you might want to visit (provided you are there in late August to early September) would be the Venice Film Festival -- perfect for anybody tired of the same old trite, over-budget Hollywood "blockbuster."
Rome
Rome would be the last city in our list, and what a city, of course, as this is a renowned place for a cultural experience. As the old saying goes, 'when in Rome, do what the Romans do', and that would mean dressing like them as well, which would necessitate a trip to one of the city's numerous shoe shoppes, or bringing a comfortable pair of shoes (or a couple) to last you for the holiday. Take a trip to the Colosseum, which is reminiscent of the early AD years, when Roman emperors were at the height of their frivolity, entertaining everybody (themselves included) with brutal gladiator competitions and other sporting and theatrical events. The Sistene Chapel is also a must see. As far as lists of timeless artwork is concerned, there has to be a place reserved for Michelangelo's ceiling paintings in this chapel. Cap off your visit with a trip to the Pantheon temple -- as you can see, your holiday in Italy can be full of interesting sights and sounds, and these are just a few suggestions!
Sicily
Sicily is known for it's burning volcanoes like Mt. Etna and should be visited during your tour of Italy for this reason alone. Sicily also offers wonderful Italian culture, shopping and entertainment for the whole family.
Venice
Venice is a sight to behold with it's sweeping gondolas traveling the waterway streets and it's old world flavor. For the most brilliant view of the waterways, we suggest Venice's Ponte di Rialto, a bridge dating back to the sixteenth century that is also a great place to meet and greet people, go shopping and take all the photos you want to take. To relax and unwind, you can visit St. Mark's Square, a place teeming with numerous Italian-style cafes. The Basilica di San Marco is an historic place mainly because this is where Gallileo unveiled his very first telescope to a sceptical audience. Another photo-opt spot you might want to visit (provided you are there in late August to early September) would be the Venice Film Festival -- perfect for anybody tired of the same old trite, over-budget Hollywood "blockbuster."
Rome
Rome would be the last city in our list, and what a city, of course, as this is a renowned place for a cultural experience. As the old saying goes, 'when in Rome, do what the Romans do', and that would mean dressing like them as well, which would necessitate a trip to one of the city's numerous shoe shoppes, or bringing a comfortable pair of shoes (or a couple) to last you for the holiday. Take a trip to the Colosseum, which is reminiscent of the early AD years, when Roman emperors were at the height of their frivolity, entertaining everybody (themselves included) with brutal gladiator competitions and other sporting and theatrical events. The Sistene Chapel is also a must see. As far as lists of timeless artwork is concerned, there has to be a place reserved for Michelangelo's ceiling paintings in this chapel. Cap off your visit with a trip to the Pantheon temple -- as you can see, your holiday in Italy can be full of interesting sights and sounds, and these are just a few suggestions!
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