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If you’ve ever read a newspaper, poured concrete, used a public toilet or walked across a floor with radiant heating, your life has been touched by an invention created by the ancient Romans. Even our current Gregorian calendar is based on the older Julian calendar. The months of the year? All named by the Romans.… Continue reading
Florence, Italy is an iconic, ancient city that really encompasses the true heart of Italian food and culture. It’s crowded, busy, and colourful, and is a mandatory stop for anyone visiting this beautiful country. The biggest highlights, fortunately, can be crammed into one (very full) day. Even if you only have 24 hours in Florence,… Continue reading
One of the smaller towns in Italy worth visiting is Verona. In ancient times, Verona was an important town, as it was at the intersection of several roads. Today, it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city has numerous interesting sites, and it would be easy to spend a few days here. Unfortunately we only… Continue reading
Venice, Italy is often considered to be one of the most romantic cities in the world. Design-wise, it’s also one of the most complex. Comprised of 117 islands and being situated close to sea level puts it in a prime flood zone. This is why Venice has such a well-developed system of canals – 177… Continue reading
A visit to the Palatine Hill in Rome is a must for archaeology and history lovers. You can easily spend half a day here exploring the ruins of a bygone era. Plus, it’s just a short walk from the Roman Colosseum and the Roman Forum. Pre-historic Occupation and the Myth of Romulus and Remus Archaeological… Continue reading
Without a doubt, one of the most famous and iconic attractions in Italy is the Colosseum in Rome. Approximately 4 million tourists visit the Colosseum each year. It’s one of the most visited sites in the world! The Colosseum was built during the Flavian Dynasty, so it was originally known as the Flavian Amphitheater. It… Continue reading
Group tours can be a mixed blessing. Your accommodations and transportation are usually covered, which is great. But you’re also at the mercy of someone else’s schedule. This can be especially challenging when you have short stopovers in large cities, and limited time to see the sights. And if you happen to get dropped off… Continue reading
You’ve probably heard a lot of good things about the Isle of Capri in Italy – the food, the weather, the overall atmosphere. And it’s all true, which is why adding the Isle of Capri to your Italian itinerary is a must! Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. At no additional cost to you, I… Continue reading
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy is one of the most famous and most visited museums in the world. You can easily wait several hours in line just to get in, especially during the high season. Luckily, the Piazza della Signoria sculptures, around the entrance of the Uffizi courtyard, will give you something to view… Continue reading
