Top 20 Reasons to Visit Italy

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1 Top 20 Reasons to Visit Italy There are absolutely lots of reasons to visit Italy. Whether it is the mouth watering food, mesmerizing Renaissance art and architecture, the romantic Venice or the marvelous churches, you will certainly not run out of reasons to visit this beautiful European country. If you have not set foot in Italy yet, refer below for the top 20 reasons on why you should add this country on your list of places to visit now. 1. Admire the Extraordinary Renaissance Arts in Florence If you are a lover of Renaissance arts and architecture, then that is reason enough for you to visit Italy, especially Florence. In case you didn't know, Florence is the birthplace of Renaissance art so this is the perfect place for you to discover the history of Renaissance arts and architecture. You will certainly be in awe at what you will see. Image Credit: Oil Painting Factory 2. Be Amazed at the Beautiful Views in Lake Como Lake Como is perhaps one of the most stunning sceneries in Italy. According to history, this place is a popular retreat for the wealthy people as well as the aristocrats during the Roman times. Visiting Italy will give you a chance to witness this beautiful lake in person. 1 / 21

2 Image Credit: holidayblog.easyjet 3. Be In Awe at the Picturesque Landscapes of the Italian Countryside If you search for pictures of the Italian countryside online, you will certainly be amazed at how beautiful these are. Being in Italy to witness these picturesque landscapes would be a totally different experience. You can hike or go biking in the countryside. Of course, don t forget to take some pictures with the beautiful landscapes as your background. 2 / 21

3 Image Credit: Walks of Italy 4. Devour the Stone Grilled Thin Crust Pizzas in Rome You sure have heard about the mouth watering pizzas that they serve in Rome. While there might be lots of pizza restaurants all over the world that serve the best tasting Italian pizza, it would be a much better experience if you could devour some slices right from the place where it originally started. 3 / 21

4 Image Credit: paggipazzo 5. Drop By on Some of Italy's Finest Art Museums and Galleries Art lovers should experience Italy even for once in their life. The reason is because this country is home to some of the world s finest art museums and galleries. You can even have a closer look of the original paintings done by world renowned Italian painters, such as Raphael, Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo. 4 / 21

5 Image Credit: Tour Italy Now 6. Make a Wish at the Trevi Fountain The Trevi Fountain is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Rome. The fountain is hailed as the world s most popular wishing well. Every year, thousands of tourists from all over the world would come to this fountain to toss a coin and make a wish and that s one of the reasons why you should visit Italy. 5 / 21

6 Image Credit: fatosdesconhecidos 7. Explore The Colosseum The Colosseum is another popular landmark in Rome. It is an elliptical shaped amphitheater that is situated right in the middle of the city. It is hailed as the largest amphitheater during the Roman Empire and is considered as one of the greatest Roman architectures ever made. 6 / 21

7 Image Credit: Shed Expedition 8. Get Your Picture Taken While Leaning at the Leaning Tower of Pisa The Leaning Tower of Pisa is another famous landmark in Italy that you should visit. It is a freestanding bell tower that has become famous for its unintended tilt on one side. Tourists from all over the world would often have their picture taken while leaning on the tower. 7 / 21

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9 Image Credit: Trip Atlas 9. Have a Date with your Loved One at the Venetian Gondola Venice is said to be the most romantic city in Italy. So why not take your loved one to this lovely Italian city and explore the sights while riding the famous Venetian gondola. To make it even more romantic, you can have your gondolier serenade you with the famous Italian love song, O sole mio. 9 / 21

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11 Image Credit: Daily Mail 10. Have a Glimpse at the Beautiful Bernini's Sculptures Gian Lorenzo Bernini is a world famous Italian architect who became popular due to his Baroque style of sculptures. His work is popular all over the world especially among art lovers. If you want to be able to have a glimpse of his work in real, then you should visit Italy now. Image Credit: jamesbrantley 11. Hike or Bike Around to Explore the Beautiful Region of Tuscany Tuscany is one of the most beautiful regions in Italy. Seeing it in pictures is already fascinating so being there in person to witness what this beautiful place can offer is like a magical experience. If you are adventurous kind, then hop on a bike and pedal through the vast vineyards of Tuscany. Or better yet, wear your best hiking shoes and hike around. 11 / 21

12 Image Credit: Walks of Italy 12. Indulge in a Gelato in Rome Gelato is perhaps the most popular ice cream all over the world. While there may be lots of ice cream shops all over the world that sells gelatos, it would be a totally different experience if you indulge on this delicious treat right in the country where it originated. 12 / 21

13 Image Credit: gourmetaly 13. Join One of the Italian Cooking Classes Italian dishes are truly appetizing. So why don t you enroll in one of the best Italian cooking classes in Italy? Learning how to prepare and bake your favorite Italian pasta in Italy is truly a fulfilling experience especially if you are a foodie and you consider Italian dishes as your favorite. Who knows, you might just end up setting up your own Italian restaurant back home right after you graduate from the cooking class. 13 / 21

14 Image Credit: blogspot 14. Learn Italian from the Language Schools A lot of people would come and visit Italy only to learn the Italian language. Although you can learn the language without really visiting the country since there are now several Italian language schools worldwide, it would be more satisfying if you study it in the country that speaks the language. It can also help to sharpen your Italian language skills if you interact with the locals. 14 / 21

15 Image Credit: italianschoolpistoia 15. Pay Respect at the Vatican City Catholics are among the top visitors in Italy all because of the Vatican. The Vatican City is home to the Pope, the head of the Catholic Church. Each year, thousands of Catholics would visit the Vatican to pay respect to the pope. Considered as the smallest country all over the world, the Vatican is just a stone s throw away from Rome. 15 / 21

16 Image Credit: Wikipedia 16. Shop all you can in Milan Italy is also famous for being a number one shopping destination. So if you have the means to splurge on designer items then head over to Milan, known as the fashion capital of the world. The city has a lot to offer, from little street shops to high end designer clothing and accessories. Check out the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, a place that has the world's top haute couture brands, such as Louis Vuitton, Prada and many more. 16 / 21

17 Image Credit: National Geographic 17. Swim in the Majestic Amalfi Coast The Amalfi coast has one of the most beautiful seaside spots. Therefore, if you are looking for a European beach destination this summer, then make it Amalfi Coast. There are lots of resorts nearby and most of these resorts open up to a stunning view towards the Amalfi coast. The sight is truly a sight to behold and that is one of the reasons why you should visit Italy. 17 / 21

18 Image Credit: hqwallbase 18. Experience the Warmth Hospitality of the Italian People The Italians are among the kindest people in the world. They are also known for their hospitality and some locals would even be willing to invite tourists to their countryside home to experience how it is to be living in this beautiful country. Others will also prepare the most delectable Italian dish for you to have a feast on. 18 / 21

19 Image Credit: photoshelter 19. Taste the Most Brilliant Wines in Every Italian Region If you are a lover of wine, most especially Italian wines, then you should visit Italy. As you know, the country is known for its vast vineyards and tourists can book a tour to see how the wines are processed in some of the biggest wine factories in the country. Most of these tours will come with a free taste of some of the most brilliant wines Italy produced. 19 / 21

20 Image Credit: Select Italy 20. Visit the Famous Churches across the Country Italy is home to so many Christian churches and most of these churches were built several hundred years back. Some of these cathedrals and churches even have spectacular works of art inside that are definitely worth checking out. Some of the most popular churches with magnificent views are the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Duomo di Milano, Duomo di Siena and Orvieto Cathedral. 20 / 21

21 Image Credit: entertopten Hopefully, this list should be enough to convince you to book a ticket to Italy and experience what this beautiful country has to offer. When you get there, you will realize that there are actually several more reasons why it is worth visiting this European country. 21 / 21 Powered by TCPDF (