"From the beaches to the Alps, from fine art to fine pasta, Italy has it all. With this book, you'll trace Italian culture from Rome's Colosseum to Michelangelo's David to the bustling elegance of Milan. Experience the art-drenched cities of Venice and Florence, explore the ancient ruins of the Roman Forum, and learn how to avoid the lines at the most popular museums. Discover the villages of Tuscany and Umbria and the lazy rhythms of the Cinque Terre. Shop at local market stalls, sip a cappuccino at an outdoor cafe, and pick up a picnic lunch at an allimentari. Relax and enjoy the life of Bella Italia!,"--Amazon.com.
Introduction -- Venice -- Near Venice -- The Dolomites -- The Lakes -- Milan -- The Cinque Terre -- Riviera Towns -- Florence -- Pisa & Lucca -- Hill Towns of Central Italy -- Siena -- Volterra & San Gimignano -- The Heart of Tuscany -- Assisi -- Orvieto & Civita -- Rome -- Naples -- Pompeii & Nearby -- Sorrento & Capri -- Amalfi Coast & Paestum -- Italian History -- Practicalities.
Summary: "From the beaches to the Alps, from fine art to fine pasta, Italy has it all. With this book, you'll trace Italian culture from Rome's Colosseum to Michelangelo's David to the bustling elegance of Milan. Experience the art-drenched cities of Venice and Florence, explore the ancient ruins of the Roman Forum, and learn how to avoid the lines at the most popular museums. Discover the villages of Tuscany and Umbria and the lazy rhythms of the Cinque Terre. Shop at local market stalls, sip a cappuccino at an outdoor cafe, and pick up a picnic lunch at an allimentari. Relax and enjoy the life of Bella Italia!,"--Amazon.com.
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