Italy is a nice country, located in Sothern Europe and comprises a long, boot-shaped Italian Peninsula, the land between the peninsula and the Alps, and a number of islands including Sicily and Sardinia. The territory of Italy covers 301 308 km2 . With 60,157,214 inhabitants, it is the sixth most populous country in Europe, and the twenty-third most populous in the world. The capital of Italy is Rome since 1870. Italy is a founding member of what is now European Union, having signed the Treaty of Rome in 1957, and it is a founding member of North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). The country has a high public education level, high labor force, high charitability.
Italy has much tourist attractions, most of them are in Rome, Venice, Pisa and Florence.
If you decided to go in the capital of Italy – Rome, you will be impressed by Colosseo (Coliseum). Probably Rome’s most recognizable sight, its official name is the Amphiteatrium Flavium. The venue held up to 50,000 spectators at once for gladiator fights, battles with wild animals, and (though some historians dispute it) naval battles when the arena was flooded.
Another sight in Rome is Roman Forum. This area was the heart of Ancient Rome for thousands of years.
Probably, Venice is the most romantic city of the world. There you can see Basilica della Salute (Santa Maria della Salute) - This church was built after the 1630 black plague as a thank you offering to God. The “St. Mary of Good Health” is a baroque landmark at the end of the Dorsoduro neighborhood across the Grand Canal from St. Mark’s Square.
If you are in Venice, you should go to Ponte di Rialto, the most famous of the 3 bridges that cross the Grand Canal. The original was built of wood but started rotting, so it was replaced in 1588 with the current stone structure. The area around the bridge is where ships would unload their goods for the Venitian local markets. Today the bridge and surrounding area is loaded with tourist souvenir shops.
Florence has very beautiful architecture. There you can see Santa Croce Church- This 14th century church was started by St. Francis of Assisi and today holds the tombs of great Florentines. Included are Michelangelo, Machiavelli, the composer Rossini, as well as a memorial to Dante. The square in front of the church is popular with street vendors.
In Florence you have to visit also: Uffizi Museum (The oldest museum in Florence); Ponte Vecchio (lined with shops that sell gold and silver).
One of the most popular attractions in Italy is The Leaning Tower of Pisa. Although intended to stand vertically, the tower began leaning to the southeast soon after the onset of construction in 1173 due to a poorly laid foundation and loose substrate that has allowed the foundation to shift direction. The tower presently leans to the southwest.
The prices of hotels in Italy are different. It depends on you, whether you want to stay in a luxury hotel or in a cheap hotel. If you want to stay in a luxury hotel in Rome, that will cost you from 150 euro to 350 euro per night. Some of the best hotels in Rome are: “Hotel Santa Maria”, “Artemide hotel”, etc. If you want to spend less money on hotels, you have to choose something cheaper, where you will pay from 18 to 30 euro per night. Some good cheap hotels are: “Hotel Martino ai Monti”, “Hotel Virginia” etc.
Prices of hotels in Venice, Florence and Pisa are almost the same as the prices in Rome.
Italian holidays, festivals, and feast days reflect Italian culture, history, and religious practices. Some Italian holidays are similar to those celebrated throughout many other parts of the world, while others are unique to Italy. January 1, for example, is Capodanno (New Year's Day), while April 25 is the Festa della Liberazione (Liberation Day), an annual national holiday commemorating the 1945 liberation ending World War II in Italy.
Other Italian holidays include November 1, Ognissanti (All Saints Day), a religious holiday during which Italians typically bring flowers to the graves of their deceased relatives.
I n addition to national holidays (when government offices and most businesses and retail shops are closed), many Italian towns and villages celebrate the feast day of their santo patrono (patron saint), which differs from place to place.
There are many ways to travel in Italy. First of all, if you decide to travel with your car, you have to remember that Italy recognize driving license that are valid in other countries. But only use a car in Italy if you are visiting the countryside (Tuscany for instance). However, in cities such as Rome, Florence, Milan, and, of course, Venice, you have no need for a car. You can travel also by buses, trains, four wheeled rickshaw and of course by gondola (in Venice).
Every year, millions of people come to visit the famous paintings, architectural buildings, and sample all of the wonderful pasta. Italy is one of the main tourist spots because it has so much history and adventure. There is no end to the learning when you visit Italy.
Italy has much tourist attractions, most of them are in Rome, Venice, Pisa and Florence.
If you decided to go in the capital of Italy – Rome, you will be impressed by Colosseo (Coliseum). Probably Rome’s most recognizable sight, its official name is the Amphiteatrium Flavium. The venue held up to 50,000 spectators at once for gladiator fights, battles with wild animals, and (though some historians dispute it) naval battles when the arena was flooded.
Another sight in Rome is Roman Forum. This area was the heart of Ancient Rome for thousands of years.
Probably, Venice is the most romantic city of the world. There you can see Basilica della Salute (Santa Maria della Salute) - This church was built after the 1630 black plague as a thank you offering to God. The “St. Mary of Good Health” is a baroque landmark at the end of the Dorsoduro neighborhood across the Grand Canal from St. Mark’s Square.
If you are in Venice, you should go to Ponte di Rialto, the most famous of the 3 bridges that cross the Grand Canal. The original was built of wood but started rotting, so it was replaced in 1588 with the current stone structure. The area around the bridge is where ships would unload their goods for the Venitian local markets. Today the bridge and surrounding area is loaded with tourist souvenir shops.
Florence has very beautiful architecture. There you can see Santa Croce Church- This 14th century church was started by St. Francis of Assisi and today holds the tombs of great Florentines. Included are Michelangelo, Machiavelli, the composer Rossini, as well as a memorial to Dante. The square in front of the church is popular with street vendors.
In Florence you have to visit also: Uffizi Museum (The oldest museum in Florence); Ponte Vecchio (lined with shops that sell gold and silver).
One of the most popular attractions in Italy is The Leaning Tower of Pisa. Although intended to stand vertically, the tower began leaning to the southeast soon after the onset of construction in 1173 due to a poorly laid foundation and loose substrate that has allowed the foundation to shift direction. The tower presently leans to the southwest.
The prices of hotels in Italy are different. It depends on you, whether you want to stay in a luxury hotel or in a cheap hotel. If you want to stay in a luxury hotel in Rome, that will cost you from 150 euro to 350 euro per night. Some of the best hotels in Rome are: “Hotel Santa Maria”, “Artemide hotel”, etc. If you want to spend less money on hotels, you have to choose something cheaper, where you will pay from 18 to 30 euro per night. Some good cheap hotels are: “Hotel Martino ai Monti”, “Hotel Virginia” etc.
Prices of hotels in Venice, Florence and Pisa are almost the same as the prices in Rome.
Italian holidays, festivals, and feast days reflect Italian culture, history, and religious practices. Some Italian holidays are similar to those celebrated throughout many other parts of the world, while others are unique to Italy. January 1, for example, is Capodanno (New Year's Day), while April 25 is the Festa della Liberazione (Liberation Day), an annual national holiday commemorating the 1945 liberation ending World War II in Italy.
Other Italian holidays include November 1, Ognissanti (All Saints Day), a religious holiday during which Italians typically bring flowers to the graves of their deceased relatives.
I n addition to national holidays (when government offices and most businesses and retail shops are closed), many Italian towns and villages celebrate the feast day of their santo patrono (patron saint), which differs from place to place.
There are many ways to travel in Italy. First of all, if you decide to travel with your car, you have to remember that Italy recognize driving license that are valid in other countries. But only use a car in Italy if you are visiting the countryside (Tuscany for instance). However, in cities such as Rome, Florence, Milan, and, of course, Venice, you have no need for a car. You can travel also by buses, trains, four wheeled rickshaw and of course by gondola (in Venice).
Every year, millions of people come to visit the famous paintings, architectural buildings, and sample all of the wonderful pasta. Italy is one of the main tourist spots because it has so much history and adventure. There is no end to the learning when you visit Italy.
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