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Everyone has their own reasons for traveling to Italy: the second want to go shopping and try the national cuisine (by the way, spaghetti and risotto are yummy here!), the second want to visit the picturesque part of the Alps, and the third want to see the Colosseum. Whatever the reason, a vacation in the most beautiful country in the world will never be forgotten!
Italy has given us many great artists and architects. For example, Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519), who created one of the most famous drawings in the history of mankind – “Vitruvian Man”. The artist created this drawing in Venice. Walking the Earth, where great people walked, is already a great happiness.
Italy is known in every corner of the Earth, and for everyone it is associated with something specific. If you dream of visiting this charming country, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the list of the most beautiful cities in Italy.
10 Florence
Florence, where giants used to walk: Vasari, Michelangelo, Botticelli, charges with a certain spirit. The narrow streets are reminiscent of a gorge, and the streets are of the Middle Ages. The name of the city is translated as “blooming”, there really are a lot of flowers here, and the beauty of Florence cannot be described in words – it must be seen!
On Piazza della Signoria you can meet many tourists – this place attracts them very much. For many years this place was the political center of the city. This original building was once the residence of the Medici family. Most of the attractions of Florence are located on the north side – since the city is small, getting around it in a day is not difficult. Here you will see magical fountains, luxurious trees and much more – the fairy tale will come to life before your eyes.
9. Catania
City Catania sings, dances and organizes rallies from morning until late at night. This amazing city is unlike any other in Italy, it has a unique nature and a clean environment. Accordingly, here are the best wines, black boar sausage, olive oil, oysters and other products.
The main thing is that the weather is almost always good here, and the people are smiling and hospitable, you are unlikely to encounter rudeness on the street. For tourists, the most beautiful here are the area around Urshchino Castle, strewn with trees around the perimeter, Mount Etna and the view from the dome of the cathedral. Of course, one cannot but recall the frescoes in the Church of St. Benedict – be sure to look at this unearthly beauty!
8. Positano
Positano – the most beautiful, but also the most expensive city of the Amalfi Coast. When you come here, you will be enchanted: there are beautiful views at almost every turn, many attractions and tourists with whom you can chat. Even from the water, if you move on a boat, you notice Santa Maria Assunta – a church located a three-minute walk from the pier.
Definitely worth a look inside! Walking along the streets, you see a lot of cafes and restaurants, as well as souvenir shops where you can buy gifts – ceramic products attract the most. Positano is a heavenly place with wonderful nature, the only thing that confuses here is transport. The city bus rides along the serpentine, the drivers drive, and the fence is unlikely to save the situation. But there are taxis, however, they cost 15 € (that’s 950 rubles).
7. Bologna
Definitely not included in this list. Bologna is one of the most beautiful cities in Italy. The city itself is quite cold in atmosphere, and more youthful – for students, what cannot be taken away from it is beauty. Bologna is an ancient city, but at the same time modern, and does not at all favor an idle lifestyle and aimless wandering.
The central square – Piazza Maggiore, you definitely can not lose sight of it, because it is replete with sights. It is always crowded here, in the center is the ancient fountain of Neptune and Enzo’s palace. The stepson of Emperor Frederick II was once kept in custody in this palace. He was very handsome, and all the girls went crazy for him. Already at the entrance you will be amazed by the original architecture of the city, each house here has a “zest”.
6. San Gimignano
In the Middle Ages in San Gimignano 15 people lived, now about 000. This is not much for such a city. The city appears before the eyes of tourists the way it could be seen in the XIV century – the feeling that he got to Tuscany through a time machine. In the 7th century, a terrible tragedy struck the city – a plague that decimated the local population.
It is definitely recommended to go here for those who are close to the atmosphere of the Middle Ages and those who want to enjoy magnificent views. To appreciate them, you need to climb the largest tower (entry 7,5 € – about 450 rubles). Also for this ticket you have the right to visit several museums. At the top of the tower, the view is amazing – charge your camera in advance, you will want to take a lot of photos!
5. Milan
City Milan for many – a dream, because it is the capital of Italian fashion. It’s like New York for America and Paris for France. The character of Milan is felt in every building, every column, even in the eyes of the inhabitants… The weather here is mostly sunny, and the temperature sometimes reaches +40°C.
To save money, it is better to stay in a hotel on the outskirts. What to see? It’s definitely worth starting with the cathedral – you can’t confuse it with anything, it’s cosmic! It is hard to believe that a man could do such a thing. Go to the panzerothera from the founder Giuseppina Luini, who in 1949 opened the building right in the center of the city. The choice of products here is huge, and the prices do not bite. You can also visit the Vitorio Emanuele Gallery, La Scala Theater and more.
Interesting fact: Milan Cathedral is the 3rd largest Catholic church in Europe and the 5th largest in the world. It took 679 years to build! It is decorated with 135 marble spiers, 3400 statues and 700 high reliefs.
4. Naples
Naples located in the southern part, there are a lot of churches, they are all different, but one of them deserves close attention – the church of St. Gregory. It is pompous, there is a lot of gold, at the exit there is a stele with a photo in memory of the victims of the Armenian genocide. The Armenian Church is located in a side street – they sell souvenirs there, be sure to visit this street, there are no similar ones in Naples.
You should definitely take a walk along the beautiful embankment, admire the graceful Italian women. There is a large port from where boats and ferries leave, carrying passengers to the islands. The architecture of the city is very diverse, different cultures and nationalities are mixed here. Closer to the embankment are houses decorated with stucco and openwork balconies.
3. Verona
To feel the atmosphere of the city VeronaYou don’t have to be a Romeo and Juliet fan. The main action in the work takes place in this city. Verona has an abundance of attractions, and all of them are located close to each other. If you go for a walk on a day off, then there will be a lot of people on the streets, and not foreigners, but local Italians.
You will definitely want to take a photo of the Arena – a structure older than the Colosseum in Rome, and it is almost 2000 years old. Look at the ports of Borsari, the gates of Bra, the castle of Castelevecchio of the XIV century. In sunny weather, this city is even more beautiful, and what kinds of bridges across the Adige River … A bewitching sight. Just walking along the river, you can see incredible beauty, and in the depths there are beautiful squares.
2. Rome
Rome – one of the most beautiful cities in Italy, to visit which is a real happiness! All the main sights can be seen by taking a bus tour – at each stop you can go for a walk, and then get back on the bus and go further. Rome is a city that you fall in love with immediately, it beckons with its history and mystery.
It is always easy to breathe here, and every day is unlike yesterday. The Forum and the Ancient Tippet make a special impression on tourists – you walk and imagine yourself as a resident of the Ancient Roman Empire. The square in front of St. Peter’s Cathedral is especially impressive – on the days when the Pope makes a speech. Definitely also worth visiting the Vatican and, of course, the famous Colosseum.
1. Venice
В Venice indescribable atmosphere, the city makes an indelible impression – you want to come back here again and again. Getting out of the transport, you will be stunned: the feeling that you get into a fabulous scenery. In this romantic city, every little thing: signs, shutters on the doors, flowers on the windows look like a picture has been planned.
The streets are filled with people: everyone is happy and smiling. Probably everyone knows that Vienna is famous for carnival masks – it has become a symbol of the city. In stores you can find both blanks for masks and ready-made exclusive works. The city has an enchanting smell: salt water and algae, and the famous Piazza San Marco smells of mouth-watering sweets. By the way, here you can feed the pigeons – they sell cereals for feeding on the square.
Interesting fact: The history of the popularity of Venetian masks is quite interesting – they were made to hide the identity so that a person could do whatever he wanted without fear of retribution.