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Of course, it is worth coming to Rome more than once. We offer you a list of the main interesting sights of the city, which are worth seeing in the first place. Colosseum (Flavian Amphitheater) The Colosseum is one of the largest and most impressive structures of the ancient world preserved to this day. Of course, this is the most popular Roman attraction to visit, which we recommend with a professional guide on excursions SECRETS OF GLADIATORS.
The history of Italy helps tourists better understand its attractions. The masterpieces of its great masters are a separate story, but they cannot be appreciated without understanding how art is inseparable from the way of life of the peoples inhabiting the Apennine Peninsula. Italy is the name of the southern lands of the small ancient people of Italians or Italians, which are mentioned in ancient letters as "Vitellium", "ιταλοί", "vituli", etc.
A young nun from a monastery in Rieti was taken to an emergency hospital complaining of severe pain in her lower abdomen. The woman could not explain why she was suffering so much. What was the surprise of the doctors when they determined that the 32-year-old nun ... gives birth!
The distance from Rome to Naples is 225 kilometers, and the road, depending on the means of transportation, will take you from 1 to 3 hours. The fastest and most comfortable way to get to Naples from Rome is by high-speed train, the car is suitable for independent travelers planning a trip to the south of Italy, and the cheapest option is a bus, students and people with a limited budget.
The beautiful Italy will return again in the Middle Ages in September. Numerous jousting tournaments and festivals will be held throughout the country. Montagnana, September 5-7 All lovers of the Middle Ages are strongly recommended to go to the Italian old town of Montagnana, which is located near Padova (Padova).
The fountain of the four turtles (Fontane delle Tartarughe) is located in the center of Rome, in Piazza Mattei. It is considered one of the most beautiful fountains in Rome. Despite its location, the square and the fountain are not so easy to find, because they are located in the Roman ghetto, an area isolated from the city until 1870.
The Pantheon in Rome is an ancient temple dedicated to the ancient Roman gods and the embodiment of the greatness of the Roman Empire. It is believed that it was built in the 2nd century AD. on the site of a temple built in the 27th century BC Mark Agrippa. In the 7th century, the Pantheon was re-consecrated to a Catholic church. Today, this achievement of antiquity is located in the square of the Rotunda (Piazza della Rotonda).
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I remember, about 7 years ago, a friend of mine, who began studying the Italian language, constantly told me how difficult it is. Knowing the nature of the acquaintance, I nodded, but believed that the problem was not so much in the language as in it: enthusiasm and perseverance can work miracles, but with the presence of these qualities there were questions to the acquaintance.
How to walk with children in Rome and not be killed? No way, because Rome is a city not very adapted for small travelers. But a good preparation can save your vacation and save your nerves.Let's start with small rules: In the summer it is very hot, so do not plan anything for children from 12 to 16 hours, spend this time in the park, in the museum or just go to sleep.
Sardinia (Sardegna) - an island located west of mainland Italy, south of Corsica (Corsica). Today it is famous for its beautiful beaches, translucent azure sea and breathtaking mountain scenery. The climate on the island is Mediterranean subtropical. The weather in Sardinia for 6 months from May to October is hot and dry, often with a breeze due to its location in the center of the Mediterranean Sea.
The question of where to stay in Sicily was resolved unambiguously thanks to the advice of my friend Seryozha Kondobarov. After listening to his stories about the atmosphere of the island and the beautiful Sicilian Mario and his wife Antonella, Yana and I did not even consider other options. The point is not to rent a hotel, but apartments in a villa, plus not just renting a house, but also imbued with the culture of Sicilians and chat with them.
When planning a trip to Naples for the first time, travelers often wonder if there are decent beaches here. After all, this is, in fact, a port city. The Neapolitan port of Beverello, known since the time of Greek colonization (VIII century BC), today is one of the largest ports in the Mediterranean. The port is really huge, and this can not but affect the cleanliness of city beaches.
Do you measure your life in coffee spoons? If so, then I advise you to visit the fantastic Lavazza Museum (Museo Lavazza) in Turin, dedicated to the rich coffee culture in Italy, as well as the history of the largest and most famous coffee brand in the world. I did not expect before the visit that the coffee museum would make such an impression on me.
It is safe to call Italy a real storehouse of numerous towers and bell towers. In almost every town in the country, you can find tall beauties who look majestically from behind the roofs of houses and modern buildings. And if the number of high-rise buildings and skyscrapers in Italy does not catch up with the rest of Europe, America and Asia, then the country differs from all other states in its quality towers that have passed the test of time.