Why Visit Italy?

 Italy is a country in Southern Europe. It has borders with France, Switzerland, Austria, Slovenia, and the Mediterranean Sea. The islands of Sicily and Sardinia are also part of Italy.

Italy is known for its rich history, culture, and art. In Rome, visitors can explore ancient Roman ruins such as the Colosseum, the Pantheon, the Theater of Marcello, Ostia Antica, and Via Appia.  Italy boasts a wealth of museums and galleries that host masterpieces by artists like Michelangelo, Caravaggio and Leonardo da Vinci. The beautiful architecture of cities like Florence, Rome, and Venice is another good reason why millions of tourists take a Northern Italy tour every year.

Italy is also famous for its food and wine, with regions like Tuscany, Piedmont, and Lombardy producing some of the world’s finest wines and traditional dishes. Additionally, Italy offers a variety of natural beauty, from the rugged Dolomites mountains to the beaches of the Amalfi coast and the islands. The country also boasts of a beautiful lake region (Lago di Garda, Como), fashion and luxury shopping and a vibrant nightlife. Milan is Europe’s capital of fashion.

In summary, Italy is a country that offers a diverse range of experiences for visitors to enjoy, from art and history to food and natural beauty.

The Italian country side is attractive to expats seeking to retire abroad. Many of them buy cheap ran-down houses for renovation, invest in them and embrace life on a farm and living off the grid. If you want to learn more about various European destinations, bookmark Violeta’s Travel Blog and subscribe to my newsletter.