Aosta Valley is the smallest region in Italy. Here you can find the highest peaks in the Alps: Cervino, Monte Rosa, Gran Paradiso and the king of them all, Mont Blanc, which at 15,781 feet is the highest mountain in Europe, the roof of the old Continent. Famous all over Europe for anyone who loves skiing, trekking, snowboarding and ice skating. Its green valleys and fairy-tale castles make the Aosta Valley an enchanting place to experience all year round.
Piedmont is surrounded on three sides by the Alps, with the highest peaks and largest glaciers in Italy. Yet, nature is only one of the many attractions: From Turin, Italy’s first capital, filled with history and remarkable cultural heritage, to the magnificent scenery of the Langhe, Roero and Monferrato, where the great Italian wines of Piedmont, Barolo and Nebbiolo, are produced, to intriguing medieval castles and prized works of architecture... Infinite discoveries and surprises are in store for visitors to the region.
Liguria is a wonderful strip of land enclosed between the sea and the mountains, with pastel-colored houses and breathtaking views. Genoa, a multi-faceted city that combines the ancient with the modern, the past with the present, colors with shadows. Cinque Terre, Porto Venere and the islands of Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto are other UNESCO Sites in Liguria. Those who visit these places will hardly forget the charm and atmosphere here.
The mountains, the plains and grand lakes of Lombardy form the perfect backdrop for discovering the territory. Mantua, once ruled by the powerful Gonzaga family, and Sabbioneta, the defining “ideal city” of the Italian Renaissance. Capital and symbolic city, Milan represents the industrious heart that goes hand in hand with other cities with a vibrant spirit. The imposing Duomo (Cathedral) is absolutely extraordinary.
Veneto is a region of wonder, with cities of art of undisputed beauty, as well as the most pristine nature. The beauty of Lake Garda, the charm of the Dolomites, the sea of Jesolo, the hills covered with vineyards and the relaxing thermal baths, on top of an immense artistic and historical heritage, elegant cities such as Venice and Verona, quaint villages and breathtaking landscapes. Veneto is all this and much more.
Trentino Alto-Adige is situated in the very north of Italy bordering Austria and Switzerland, and is best known for the beauty of its peaks. This setting encloses an extraordinary variety of landscapes: magnificent snow-capped mountaintops, woods, and so much more. This region is the keeper of incredible artistic treasures, monuments and architectural works that combine the Gothic style from Austria with that of the Italian Renaissance.
The region overlooks the Adriatic Sea and is surrounded by high mountains, enclosing many different landscapes. Blessed with an immense cultural heritage resulting from the influence of different cultures and peoples, cosmopolitan and modern, this region will also seduce you with its temptations of relaxation, sport and fun.
The diversity between the mountains and sea offers visitors to Emilia-Romagna breathtaking views, This is the land of Verdi’s novels and Giovanni Pascoli’s poetry, as well as Fellini’s unmistakable cinema. The list of places to choose from is endless. A region of unrivaled charm, with immense artistic beauty and unparalleled hospitality, makes Emilia Romagna an ideal holiday destination in every season.
Its landscape, artistic heritage and stand-out cities make Tuscany an unquestioned protagonist of international tourism. In this region, the most typical sceneries of the region are those that merge the beauty of nature with the millenary work of man. The charm of Florence, Medieval towns, and one-of-a-kind natural, cultural and historical heritage - Tuscany will surely win you over.
Everchanging, untouched landscapes in the green of winding valleys make Umbria, the "green heart" of Italy, a region that will never fail to amaze. The charm of Umbria derives from its fusion of art, nature, peace and calm, the inspirations behind its various localities that comprise Renaissance masterpieces and small Medieval towns embedded in the hills us as Assisi, Perugia, via Gubbio, Lake Trasimeno and Marmore Falls.
Surprising and wonderful in its diversity, this region shows off its multi-faceted beauty through cliffs and caves that overlook unforgettable beaches, hills that are steeped in history, and rich traditions and cultures, all set against a backdrop of mountains. The Monti Sibillini and Monti della Laga National Park are peerless in their scenery and trekking offerings. This is how the Marches will captivate you forever.
Abruzzo is located in central Italy and stretches from the heart of the Apennines to the Adriatic Sea, on a mostly mountainous and wild terrain. The route that spans from the Gran Sasso down to the sea crosses territories that are rich in history, traditions and art that never ceases to surprise visitors. Thanks to its varied landscape, Abruzzo offers a number of different vacation categories, all exciting and surprising.
Rome, the capital of Italy and a unique open-air museum in the world, is enough to make Lazio one of the most beautiful and interesting regions. This is the cradle of western civilization and Christian culture, of lakes and legends, of thermal spas and history, of ancient roads and verdant hills. Even in terms of landscape, it boasts an area of great impact and remarkable variety, with its long coastline, beautiful hills and Apennine mountains. A destination to fall in love with.
The mild climate, the beauty of the coasts, the richness of its art and history, and the love for food make Campania the fascinating territory that it is. This region is made even more charming by the flourishing Mediterranean vegetation that alternates with its small, charming towns that narrate the history and traditions of Campania and make any stay here unforgettable. Who can forget Naples, Pompeii, Sorrento and the towns of the Amalfi Coast.
One does not stumble across this region accidentally but chooses to visit it in search of a new experience, plunging into places where silence, colors, scents and flavors remove visitors from the frenzy and stress of modern life and offers unique sensations. The woods and forests that cover the mountains are dotted with small and charming villages. Basilicata is a region where the passage of man has left its mark since prehistoric times with Matera’s Paleolithic settlements.
Nature, history, art, age-old traditions and good food are the treasures of this still largely-undiscovered region. Many nature reserves protect the vegetable and animal species representative of this area. The marvelous seashores and breathtaking high cliffs will take your breath away. Discover the thousand years of history behind this region and its culture by visiting its archaeological sites, abbeys, small towns and countless castles.
Located in the heart of the Mediterranean, it is a magical combination of artifacts, history, art and unspoiled nature. This region is suspended among nature, history, tradition, tastes and spirituality. Puglia spreads lengthwise along the sea – marvelous beaches from the sandy Torre dell’Orso and Porto Cesario, to the rocky, boulder-encrusted Riviera of Otranto and Santa Maria di Leuca. The region is famous for the Trulli houses of Alberobello as well as the splendor of Lecce and baroque Bari.
Calabria, the "tip of the boot", is the extreme south of Italy and is a unique place that vacationers can enjoy in both winter and summer. It's warm climate, beautiful colors, rocky coasts alternating with sandy beaches, nature that is wild and mysterious, mouthwatering cuisine and the vestiges of its ancient origins make Calabria a must see! It is the region of the Riace Bronzes, Reggio Calabria and Capo Vaticano, a captivating mix of history and beauty that one should not miss!
Sardinia: a journey to the island of the emerald sea, nuraghi, unspoiled nature and millenary traditions. Crystal-clear waters, beaches of soft, white sand, granite rocks framed by wild, fragrant Mediterranean scrub: welcome to Sardinia, an island of a thousand contrasts that will also seduce you with its unique archaeological heritage and its people's innate sense of hospitality. Cities up and down the Emerald Coast will amaze you by uniting the history and culture of ancient traditions with a joyful and colorful nightlife.
It is one of the pearls of Southern Italy and can be discovered, understood and experienced through a series of itineraries dedicated to areas of interest ranging from nature to history and traditions. A predominantly hilly and mountainous area, but one that wins the hearts of tourists from all over the world with its wonderful sea and rich cities with a charm all their own. Sicily is a picture-postcard island characterized by the indelible marks of the people who have lived there and made it unique, amidst artistic and cultural testimonies of enormous value.
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