Want to see the cream of Italy’s majestic heritage? Then be sure to browse through our incredible section of articles about the 49 prestigious UNESCO World Heritage Sites that stand all over the country!
Each one of these sites has been awarded this for its historical, cultural or natural importance to the heritage country in which it resides. Italy is in the lead as the country with the most UNESCO World Heritage Sites so why not travel around some of them on your next vacation here?
Each one of these sites has been awarded this for its historical, cultural or natural importance to the heritage country in which it resides. Italy is in the lead as the country with the most UNESCO World Heritage Sites so why not travel around some of them on your next vacation here?
Stay at a gorgeous vacation rental in Venice city or a peaceful villa along the Amalfi coast where visitors can admire the stunning views of the glittering sea and rugged coastline.
Travel along the mighty Dolomites; a massive jagged mountain range that runs through several regions in North Eastern Italy.
Visitors can enjoy visiting a wide range of skiing spots in the winter months and beautiful nature parks all year around. Wander around interesting heritage centres and embarking on fun mountain climbing trails to suit all levels of difficulty!
Explore the intriguing and uniquely preserved areas of Pompeii, Herculaneum and Torre Annunziata that were buried under a sea of ash by the fierce and deadly eruption of Mountain Vesuvius in 79AD.
Walk along some of the ancient streets and buildings that survived this natural disaster and were preserved by the stones and ash that hid this world away for thousands of years! See the eerie casts of bodies that were found; forever immortalised in their last stance. This is certainly one of the most unforgettable places you’re ever likely to see so why not add it to your touring list if you’re holidaying in the southern region of Campania?
Travel along the mighty Dolomites; a massive jagged mountain range that runs through several regions in North Eastern Italy.
Visitors can enjoy visiting a wide range of skiing spots in the winter months and beautiful nature parks all year around. Wander around interesting heritage centres and embarking on fun mountain climbing trails to suit all levels of difficulty!
Explore the intriguing and uniquely preserved areas of Pompeii, Herculaneum and Torre Annunziata that were buried under a sea of ash by the fierce and deadly eruption of Mountain Vesuvius in 79AD.
Walk along some of the ancient streets and buildings that survived this natural disaster and were preserved by the stones and ash that hid this world away for thousands of years! See the eerie casts of bodies that were found; forever immortalised in their last stance. This is certainly one of the most unforgettable places you’re ever likely to see so why not add it to your touring list if you’re holidaying in the southern region of Campania?
Stroll around the UNESCO protected city of Vicenza in Veneto. This is a cosmopolitan urban mass of history, culture and heritage that will truly delight all who see it. Visit the Palladian Villas of the Veneto and Teatro Olimpico to name but a few magical sights in this beautiful ancient city!
Italy has so much and more to offer tourists on their vacation here so why not read through some more of our in-depth articles on some of these UNESCO World Heritage Sites to be inspired to see some on you next Italian getaway!
Italy has so much and more to offer tourists on their vacation here so why not read through some more of our in-depth articles on some of these UNESCO World Heritage Sites to be inspired to see some on you next Italian getaway!
Photo credits
picture 1: Gilbert Bochenek / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 2: Lancevortex / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Wanblee / CC BY-SA 2.0 IT
picture 1: Gilbert Bochenek / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 2: Lancevortex / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Wanblee / CC BY-SA 2.0 IT