For a millennium, Venice has provided inspiration for artists and writers. This coveted city is made up of 118 islands linked by 453 bridges. Each corner of town exhibits individual architectural magnificence, the city combining as one to form a spectacular theatrical stage set. Beautiful churches adorn the banks of the Grand Canal as she snakes her way through the…
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Italy Beats Hawaii As The Best Honeymoon Destination
Ask any bride-to-be and she’ll quickly tell you that honeymoon dreams come true in Hawaii. This tropical paradise has been king of the hill when it comes to honeymoon destinations for nine straight years. But this year, the king was dethroned. Instead of finding Hawaii as big kahuna, Italy took the lead. In previous years, Italy ranked third, but in…
Venezia Always In The Hearts Of Tourists From All Over The World
In this small lagoon town live over 270,000 inhabitants; it is situated in the northeast of Italy and overlooks the Adriatic Sea. Venice is divided into Sestieri, three of these (Castello, San Marco and Cannaregio) are here to the Grand Canal taking as a point of reference Piazza San Marco; the three at the other hand, are Santa Croce, Dorsoduro…
Sites To See In Italy
With the advent of the World Wide Web, it’s easier than ever to do research into those vacation spots that you’ve longed to visit. With the cost of travel these days, it’s important that you do as much research as possible so that you can pack as much into your vacation as possible. However, even though you want to experience…
Venice Obliged Destination For Tourism In Italy
many resorts are envied to Italy and these offer to visitors the opportunity to discover the history of this country between monuments and architecture beauties as well as beautiful landscapes and natural wealth. Certainly, thinking to Italy one obliged trip among many, is a stay in characteristic and unique city of Venice. Venice is situated on the Venetian lagoon in…
Venice Italy The Bird Lady
Venice is an old and somewhat eccentric city in Italy. Built long ago on marshlands, I was surprised to find myself spending my first night in the city with the bird lady. Rent a Room As is common with many cities in Europe, one can rent a room in a private home at the train station. The advantage of renting…
A Quick Guide To Venice
Is Venice the most romantic city in the world? It’s certainly hard to beat, especially when you’re staying right in the centre of things. Where is it? Venice is a city built on water – just off the north east coast of Italy, facing the Adriatic Sea – and is famed for its canal network, opulent palazzos and beautiful religious…
Travel To Italy Rome And Venice
Where does one begin to start when discussing Italy. Well, if you intend to travel there, Rome and Venice are good places to start. Rome Perhaps you’ve heard of it? It goes without saying that Rome has a rather prominent past. Lets see, in Rome you will find…[deep breath]…the Vatican, Coliseum, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Church of Saint Agnese, Trevi Fountain,…
Venice
Venice, the great Italian city built on the Po River delta, must be one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Constructed around a network of canals rather than roads, this gem of old Europe is home to a dazzling array of palaces. Venice is around one and a half thousand years old and for many years was a…
Shopping In Italy
Italy is the peak experience for shoppers. Here you’ll find creations in fashion, jewelry, furniture, glass or leather crafted by the most prestigious designers and manufacturers in the world. The quality is high and so are the prices. This is especially so when considering all the taxes and add-ons that so inflate the cost of goods bought in Italy. Shopping…