Italy, as we know is often associated with a cuisine, a language Roman ruins,
or some would even say Hollywood's notoriously famous underworld,
but there's certainly more to this charming European country than that.
Lying on the borders of the Mediterranean sea.
The Republic of Italy is the birthplace of some of history's greatest
scholars, artists, and emperors.
Over the centuries.
Italy has influenced many cultures with its unique additions from Pompei''s
perspective of civilization to Florence's architectural marvels.
Here we look at the best places to visit in Italy.
Enjoy!
Number one, the Colosseum believed to be the largest standing
amphitheater in the world.
The Coliseum is a UNESCO world heritage site and a world famous
tourist destination located in Rome.
It was dedicated to the public by emperor Titus in 80 BC, and could accommodate
up to 50,000 people back in the day.
The Colosseum was never at rest.
Every other day.
It is said to have hosted combat between gladiators, humans, and animals
and other engagement activities.
The ancient ruins that stand now are the least of what remaining.
Since the middle ages, the Colosseum was abandoned and most
of its fine architecture and marbled decoration was stolen.
However, the tourist experience is never limited.
It is one of the best places to visit in Italy.
Number two, Trevi fountain.
A Boroque creation of the 17th century.
Designed by famous Italian architect, Nicholas Salvey and Giuseppe panini.
Trevi fountain is a world famous tourist attraction
travelers from around the world.
Visit the beautiful city of Rome to take a glimpse of this masterpiece and Tata coin.
This is a fascinating folk tradition that tourists often add to their bucket.
The folklore states that if a tourist tosses a coin from their right hand
over their left shoulder, it will bring them back to the eternal city of Rome.
The second coin suggests finding true love, looking at it, engineering,
the water that flows into the Trevi fountain is considered to be
the oldest water source in Rome.
This waterway once sourced water to public Barts in Rome, back in the bygone age.
Number three, the Amalfi coast, a long pristine shoreline lying on the Southern
border of the sovereignty in peninsula.
The Amalfi coast is a fishing village and a renowned holiday destination
amongst locals and tourists, a UNESCO world heritage site.
This town is a clear example of Mediterranean coastal beauty.
Dotted with beautiful beaches, cliffs, vast VIN yards, and pale Hugh houses.
The Amalfi coast attracts over 5 million tourists annually.
The town is quite exclusive and offers luxury accommodation, yacht
experiences, and fine Italian dining.
Similar to Capri.
The Norman tower is an intriguing place to visit in Italy.
If you're a mythology fan, you'd probably know.
Number four, the grand canal canal.
Grando also known as the grand canal in Venice is Italy's most
breathtaking water channel and a major water traffic corridor.
The grand canal, the illustrious backdrop gets its rustic glam
from 14th century, palaces lined along both sides of the water.
Venice is romantic gondola ride or the highlighted this beautiful city.
The grand canal passes many bridges, such as Rialto bridge
Ponta, degli, scalp, and more.
However, the only surprise would be the summer stink that comes
from all the sewage directly being dumped into the canal.
Apart from that downside, it's one of the best places to visit in it.
Number five, the leaning tower of Pisa, the famous leaning tower of Pisa.
It's a 14th century bell tower that stands at a height of 60
meters, which leans at about 10 degrees built in the medieval ages.
The Romanesque architectural influence is simply fascinating.
The structure is held together by its marble and rock.
Whilst the tower survives due to its firms center base designed to be vertical.
This miraculous mistake today brings over 5 million visitors from around the world.
Simply to capture creative pictures and reach the apex to steal a
stunning view of the town of Pisa.
It's undoubtedly, one of the best places to visit in Italy.
Number six.
The Royal palace of Naples, Naples is widely known for its yummy
Southern pizzas, but grand palaces.
Yes.
The Royal palace of Naples is one of the most historical
destinations in Southern Italy.
Built in the 17th century.
The palace displays alluring neoclassical and Italian Baroque architecture.
Over the centuries since its inception, the Royal palace has
hosted many elite families in Europe.
Visitors can witness paintings and statues of the eight Kings who ruled Naples from
the 12th century until the unification.
If you happen to be in Naples for some pizza, we insist
you visit the Royal palace.
Number seven, the Pantheon.
A Roman temple located in the beautiful city of Rome.
The Pantheon was dedicated to all gods who were believed to protect the empire
rebuilt in 125 CE by emperor Hadrian.
According to various literature, the Pantheon stood as a symbol of Rome's
grandeur standing 43 meters in height.
The Greek influence columns and the adjoining dome of the Pantheon
are truly an architectural masterpiece of the period.
Walking into the Pantheon would take you back in time to the golden days of Rome.
Number eight, Mount Etna, a stratovolcano located on the east coast of Sicily.
Mount Etna is a UNESCO heritage site that lies above the African and Eurasian plate.
It's constantly in an active state producing frequent eruptions, although
you cannot hike up Mount Etna, like the Vesuvius, there is something else
you'd enjoy doing here in Catania, such as riding trains that offer scenic
views of the great volcanic sites and cable car tours to the crater.
Of course, when the volcano is not.
If you happen to be visiting Sicily, we assure you that Catania is one of the
best places to visit in Italy, not just for its giant volcano, but the whole
coastal city experience is worth it.
Number nine, Palermo in the cultural heart of Sicily in Southern Italy,
Palermo is a medieval Wonderland that still expresses its olden globe.
It's the only part of Italy where tourists get to witness a blend of
middle Eastern and Mediterranean culture.
You'd come across souks, stunning, palaces, delicious foods, theaters,
and a beautiful stretch of beach.
One of the most important places to visit here is Palazzo de Normani an opulent
palace that is sure to take your breath.
Palermo is also one of the few places to visit in Italy where you'd find
untouched by Zanten architecture.
So make sure to visit Capella pallor, Tina, on your trip.
Number 10, Cinque Terre, a series of laid back fishing villages located
on the Italian Riviera coastline.
Cinque Terre translates to five lanes.
The agriculture driven scenic towns that resembled the Amalfi coast.
These cities are Monterosso Vernazza Coniglio Manarola and re-imagine
your, this beautiful place is also a UNESCO heritage site.
So rounded by lush nature and breathtaking hiking trail landscapes, sink,
terror borders, the Ligurian region.
Hence why the city is famous for its pesto.
A herb blended pasta sauce, tourists often visit Cinque Terre for its
countless scenic viewing angles, cliff side, terraces vineyards and seafoods.
We urge you to visit, visit Italian city on your visit to Italy.