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Top Ten Places to Visit in Italy

posted in: Europe | posted by: M Kepnes on July 07, 2008 | 8 Comments

Italy is one of the most visited countries in the world. Each tourist flock to its beaches, ruins, andmountains and step into a world over 3,000 years old. Here are ten places to visit on and off theguidebook trail in Italy.

RomeThe capital wasnt built in a day and youll need a lifetime to see it. With so many sites and places tosee, youll never be at a loss to do. Whether its exploring the ancient roman forum and walking whereCaesar did, seeing the Vatican, or making a wish at the Trevi Fountain, Rome is an obvious stop foranyones trip to Italy

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FlorenceBirthplace of the renaissance and home to the David, Florence is Italys second obvious stop. For artlovers and foodies, Florence offers an array of goodies. (Try the gelato!!!) Another bonus: its right inTuscany, home of Italys premier wine country.

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VeniceThe city of lovers- Venice is a great place for couples and families. Hang out in St. Marks Square(watch out for all the pigeons!!), stroll through tiny alleys, and take a gondola ride through the canals.Venice may be an expensive city but it is worth every Euro.

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Cinque TerraFive towns located on cliffs overlooking the ocean, Cinque Terra is simply breathtaking. Spend the daywalking the 12km trail that connects each town, exploring there tiny streets, and stopping at little cafes.Explore the olive groves in the hills and relax yourself with a shot of Limoncello.

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SicilySicily may be famous for the mafia but it has much more than that. Sicily has a long history of foreigndomination and he result is an eclectic culture that mixes it all in. Every little city seems to have its ownculture. Come and explore the countryside and well preserved towns. Just dont ask for Tony Soprano!

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TurinTurin is a major city in northern Italy. Turin is well-known as the home of the Shroud of Turin and hostof the 2006 Winter Olympics. Located right near the alps, with the Po River flowing through the city,and villas dotting the surrounding area, Turin is trying to attract more tourist so get there before thecrowds!

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CapriCapri is an Italian island in the Gulf of Naples. It has been a major resort destination since Roman timeand is popular with the well to do of the world. During summers, the island sees a lot of tourists, whomostly stick to the major towns. Get out of the towns and the island is yours!

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SorrentoThe gateway to the Amalfi coast, Sorrento is located on the Bay of Naples. Its especially busy here inthe summer time but the city is big enough and has enough to offer for all its visitors. This sea sport hasbeen active for thousands of years and has a rich history. Any journey down south would be incompletewithout a visit.

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AbruzzoAbruzzo holds some of Italys best-preserved medieval and Renaissance hill towns. Many lie entirelywithin regional and national parks so they wont be developed anytime soon. Abruzzo is an excellentplace to see some of Italys best preserved landscape.

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San GimignanoSan Gimignano is a small walled medieval hill town in Tuscany. Its famous for its medievalarchitecture, especially its high towers. Of the 72 that once existed, 13 remain today. San Gimignano is apopular destination for day trippers from Florence, but spend the night here and the city quiets down andtakes you back in time.

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8 Responses to Top Ten Places to Visit in Italy

1. Thai Hotel Expertsays on July 8th, 2008 at 9:29 am:

wow italy is very beautiful!

2. menta says on January 7th, 2009 at 10:49 pm:

what about, gubbio and assisi.

3. shitymcshitshitsays on February 13th, 2009 at 1:48 am:

im doing italy for a projectthere is so much to learn about other contrieswow so much to do so little time=]

4. Malaya says on March 4th, 2009 at 4:01 am:

I wanted to comment and thank the author, good stuff

5. Giovanna says on April 23rd, 2009 at 9:15 pm:

Ive been to about 5 or 6 of those places, and YES its AHHmazing!!

6. alifa says on April 24th, 2009 at 2:53 am:

i am doing a project too! it is beautiful!! dylan sprouse was born there too and he is my futurehusband!!

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