Italian GovernmentTourist Board

Italian TravelPromotion Council

The Official Guide to Italian Tourism

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THE MAGAZINE OF THE “ITALY PROJECT” BY IGTB & ITPC 3RD EDITION

Italian GovernmentTourist Board

Italian TravelPromotion Council

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ear Traveler,Thank you for choosing Italy as your travel destination.Italy in general is known as the country of “Life & Style,” of art and culture,of good food and fashion, and it is the ideal place to spend your vacation.

Our country offers something special to each of its visitors. This is a spectacular destination for every type of traveler.

For a vacation full of art and history, come walk into the past by way of Italy’scountless museums, historic monuments and archeological treasures. Marvel in themidst of exquisite paintings and sculptures. Explore the sites that antiquity preservedfor the modern day. Travel back in time envisioning yourself during the age of theAncient Romans or the birth of Renaissance, just to name a few.For an outdoor vacation, come and find adventure by skiing the thrilling mountainslopes; by hiking or biking through an endless horizon of rolling hills and valleys.Come find peace and relaxation from our tranquil seas and lakes and also from ourmany spas.

If a culinary vacation is what you crave each corner of Italy tempts you with its delicious foods and fantastic wines, appealing to everyone’s palate.Come discover what travelers are enjoying more and more: our quaint and charmingartistic towns and villages, where history and tradition remain intact, where the residents are very friendly. Here, home-cooking reigns supreme and you can purchasetypical regional products at reasonable prices.

We invite you to begin your journey to Italy through the pages of this informativeand illustrated booklet. This will serve as a reference guide to planning the perfect trip.We extend to you our warmest welcome in Italy and will do our very best to makeyour visit an unforgettable one.

Have a wonderful time and pleasant stay!

Riccardo StranoDirectorItalian Government Tourist Board North America

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