Travel Tips - Italy

 

Italy, heartland of Europe, sunshine, the Mediterranean, pizza and ice cream; what more could you want? Italy is one of the most beautiful countries in Europe. The centre of the fashion world, the centre of the car world; and a gastronomic delight even for the most discerning of connoisseurs; not forgetting that it also boasts some of the best wines (both red and white) in the world.

From the sweeping countryside of Umbria to the island paradise of Capri, Italy is as truly stunning as it is diverse. Cities like Rome, Venice, Milan, and Florence mark some of the epic periods in world history such as the Roman Empire, and the Renaissance; and with sights to see such as the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Coliseum, the Vatican and many, many more, the country is a veritable treasure trove of experiences. If you've not been to Italy, you haven't lived!

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Posted by: James Denby | Date: 15th February 2009
Sip a cappuccino at L’Antico Caffe in Rome  
 
True to its name, L’Antico Caffe is Rome’s oldest coffee shop, and one of the most ancient in the world. Dating back to the 18th century, take a trip down memory lane and sip a cappuccino or latte macchiato on one of the marble tables and velvet chairs where Geothe and Casanova once sat.
 
Location: Via Condotto, 86. Rome, Tel: 06-6791700
 

 
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Posted by: Justine Bayod Espoz | Date: 6th April 2009
Il Duomo  
 
Quite possibly one of Europe’s most beautiful cathedrals, Milan’s Il Duomo is the second largest Catholic cathedral in the world and the Italian city’s astonishing centerpiece.

If its monumental size isn’t enough to awe visitors, its amazingly ornate façade will. Construction on this cathedral, which can hold up to 40,000 visitors, began in 1386 and wasn’t completed until 1805, making it a favorite of architecture buffs who can spend hours hunting for the additions from each period of the building’s 400 year construction history. The cathedral’s interior is comparable to other European cathedrals; however, the stained glass windows are of particular interest. And hands down the best Milan duomo experience is visiting its roof. Stairs and pathways line the roof so that visitors can witness a beautiful bird’s eye view of the city and get a closer look at the ornamentation of the cathedral’s turrets.
 
Location: Piazza Duomo, Milan, Italy
 

 
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Posted by: Justine Bayod Espoz | Date: 9th April 2009
Palazzo Reale  
 
Milan’s Palazzo Reale, or royal palace, may not be much to look at, but it’s a site tourists should not miss. Located on the southern side of the duomo, this former seat of Milan’s Town Hall and home to the Torriani, Visconti and Sforza families, survived WWII bombing and currently houses the Duomo Museum, where most of the Duomo’s treasures are exhibited, and Contemporary Art Museum. Although the palace is subjected to what seems to be a never-ending renovation, it is open to the public. The Palazzo Reale Contemporary Art Museum does not have a permanent collection but hosts important international, temporary exhibits. This is a mandatory stop for art lovers, although art is not particularly hard to find anywhere in Milan.
 
Location: Piazza Duomo Milan, Italy, +39 02 875 672
 

 
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Posted by: Justine Bayod Espoz | Date: 10th April 2009
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II  
 
Easily one of the world’s most famous and recognizable shopping malls, the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele is a large and beautiful glass and iron structure that houses an assortment of luxury shops, restaurants and cafes, including the well-know and quite pricey Savini restaurant. Although covered by an elegant dome, this cross-shaped gallery has four large entrances that create an open air-effect, making window-shopping all the more pleasant. Although the 155 foot high glass ceilings may keep tourists looking up, don’t forget to look down, or you’ll miss the gorgeous floor mosaics. The gallery joins the Piazza del Duomo and Piazza della Scala, meaning that at some point everyone passes through it. However, this is not the best place to stop for a coffee or meal, unless of course you don’t mind paying 8 Euros for a scoop of gelato.
 
Location: Piazza Duomo or Piazza Scala, Milan, Italy
 

 

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