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The bustling town of Pesaro on Italy’s Adriatic coast is awash with attractions and sightseeing opportunities. With medieval architecture, breath-taking basilicas and iconic fountains, simply meandering round Pesaro’s streets is an experience in itself.
The Monti Sibillini National Park straddles the Umbria and Le Marche border in Eastern Italy. From the winter when its peaks are dusted in snow, to the spring when its fields are strewn in poppies and sunflowers, there’s never a best time to visit this place of immense natural beauty.
Bolsena has been described as a ‘miraculous’ lake. This immense crater lake in central Italy lies within the northern area of the province of Viterbo in the region of Lazio. The lake has a circumference of 43km, making it the largest volcanic lake in Europe, boasting a shoreline of beautiful black volcanic sands.
There are literally endless reasons to visit Rome, one of Europe’s oldest and most popular cities. The ancient architecture, superb shopping and exquisite cuisine, are just three reasons to head to the unique city of Rome. Visiting any of the city’s 4000 churches is another intriguing pastime in this glorious city.
If you yearn to discover quintessential Tuscany then head to the small and charming town of Cortona in the Chiana Valley – Valdichiana – area in southern Tuscany, some 70 miles to the south east of Florence.
One of Italy’s most eminent towns of the wonderful Assisi in the Umbria region. Much of this UNESCO World Heritage Site’s fame stems from the fact Assisi was the birthplace of St. Francis, one of Italy’s patron saints.
Some places have a hidden history, long forgotten and buried under new developments. This cannot, however, be said of the incredible ancient city of Rome.
Lazio has one of the biggest tourist destinations in the world, Rome, which has drawn people to it since time immemorial. As well as Rome, the area is brimming with some fantastic hot-spots that never fail to pull in the crowds.
The walled city of Lucca is quite simply a must to visit if you’re staying within its vicinity in Tuscany. The first thing that stands out when you arrive at Lucca are its well-preserved Renaissance walls that surround the historic city.
Parco Nazionale d’Abruzzo is a huge national park in Italy that covers almost 192 square miles. Whilst most of the park is located in the Abruzzo region, it includes land belonging to Lazio and Molise. This stunning park of intense natural beauty and biodiversity has gained a justifiable reputation as being a role model for nature conservation. The
Wonderful landscapes and plenty of medieval pueblos are characteristics of the Lazio region of Italy, which borders the Tyrrhenian Sea. The town of Viterbo in Lazio is laid back and cultured, a place where good food, relaxation and an acute awareness of its history, age old customs and rhythm of life are deeply entrenched.
Excellent food, brilliant wines, breathtaking scenery, ancient villages and classic towns, it’s safe to say Umbria in Italy is a fantastic place to visit. Augmenting Umbria’s appeal is the fact the region has managed to stayed free from excessive pandering to tourism. It actually does not have a coastline, so beach lounging is out. This
The Garfagnana is a mountainous region in the north-western part of Tuscany. It comprises of a beautifully wild, broad valley covered in woods and dotted with picture perfect villages. Garfagnana has two natural parks: the Regional Park of the Apuan Alps and the National Park of the Tosco-Emiliano Apennines. This area of rolling hills and vineyards has
Trasimeno is a wonderful lake in the middle of Tuscany’s historic and beautiful countryside, the perfect setting for an exploring the many traditional towns that are nestled in the area. Surrounded by hills, olive groves, vineyards and forested areas of oak and cypress trees, the lake is a popular magnet for travellers who want to
Approximately 20 miles from the city of Rome in the verdurous landscape between the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Tiber River, lie the fabulously-preserved ruins of Ostia Antica. It is believed that the Ostia ruins were founded in the 4th century BC as a military base to guard the mouth of the Tiber River against invasion.
If you want to witness pageantry, raw emotion and joy, combined with an unbroken link with history, you need to witness first-hand the processions that take place across Lazio and Italy as a whole, during Easter Week. The name Easter is believed to come from Eostara, the goddess of rebirth, therefore a fitting name for
Back by popular demand the Vatican Museums are once again putting on their summer Night Openings. From 24 April until 30 October, excluding August, each Friday night at sunset the doors of the Pope’s Museums open, enabling visitors to become absorbed in centuries worth of treasures from Vatican collections.
For a number of centuries the ‘mysterious Etruscans’ thrived in Italy, founding a total of 12 cities between Florence and Rome. It was only when the once humble village of Rome was transformed into the empire-building hub it became, that the Etruscans were defeated and were almost wiped out of history.
Standing at a breathtakingly lofty 165 metres high, the Cascata delle Marmore – the Marmore’s Falls – is the tallest manmade waterfall in Europe. This beautiful waterfall, located approximately eight kilometres from the town of Terni in Umbria, Italy, was created by the ancient Romans.
With the weather becoming warmer and the weeks flying by, many of us are thinking ahead to the summer months and are planning our 2015 holiday. For those seeking culture, history, and the bustling memorable vibe of a vibrant city, Florence in Tuscany comes highly recommended. To discover Florence at its most intriguing, why not
If you’re looking for a different experience this New Year’s Eve, then head to the fascinating and culturally-inspiring city of Rome. With incredible firework displays exploding in every corner, this magnificent city truly comes to life on the biggest party night of the year. Follow the throngs of New Year party revellers in Rome and
With quirky, traditional towns perched on hillsides, tiny churches dotted sporadically amongst the roaming fields, woods and valleys, Le Marche in Italy is a truly beautiful and interesting place to visit. But did you know Le Marche is home many great family-friendly beaches? The coastline of La Marche is roughly 100 miles long. There
Microbreweries have been springing up like daisies on a lawn in recent years as Tuscan farmers try more interesting and profitable ways to make good use out of the lands resources. Roads reminiscent of the “Gladiator” scene where Russell Crowe walks through the corn fields gently wafting his hand over the ripening crops are abundant
Italy might be synonymous with high culture, ancient remnants, quality cuisine and a luscious landscape of valleys, forests and citrus groves as far as the eye can see, but there is plenty on offer for a fantastic family holiday. From the fertile plains of Tuscany to the archaeological highlights of Lazio, Italy is brimming with
