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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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”.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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