Archive for 'Latium'

Situated just west of central Italy, Latium is a magnificent region that’s home to the capitol Rome! Tourists could quite easily spend a month soaking in all the culture, sights and activities available here as Latium is full of incredible cities, towns, villages and attractions that you simply must see! Savour the traditional flavours of Latium’s cuisine, visit historical sites and take part in some of the fun festivals hosted here throughout the year!

Stay in a stunning villa with swimming pool in Latium where you can enjoy sunbathing before and after your incredible tours of the region.

Have you ever been to Rome? This ancient city was once the headquarters of the powerful Roman Empire and many remnants of its glorious past still stand. See the Colosseum where gladiators once fought or explore Vatican City, home of the Catholic Pope.

The artistic treasures you will gaze upon here is a treat for the senses; especially Michelangelo’s ceiling in the Sistine Chapel, a true masterpiece that took many years for the master painter to complete.

Why not escape for a few days to the tranquillity of the Latium countryside and go on a scenic cycling trail around Lake Bolsena, the largest volcanic lake in Europe. There are many lovely activities to engage in here such as exploring the towns and villages along the lake shores or diving into some fun water sports like wake boarding and canoeing!

Once upon a time according to legend, two twin boys called Romulus and Remus were born and they were destined for greatness as their parents were famous in their own right. Their mother was called Rhea Silvia, a sacred priestess and their father was Mars, the Roman god of war.

Their uncle, a jealous man who wanted to bypass the twins’ right to royal leadership so he could be king, plotted to have them murdered. But the servant he ordered to commit this heinous crime instead placed them in a basket and set it floating down the River Tiber.

The magnificent Villa d’Este in Tivoli, near Rome was awarded as a UNESCO World Heritage Site because it is the perfect example of well-preserved Renaissance architecture and an Italian style Renaissance garden.

It illustrates the glory of the Renaissance culture to the highest degree and its garden became an early reference point in the classic design of noble European gardens.

Stay at a perfect villa rental in Guidonia Montecelio,only a few kilometres away from Tivoli for a splendid few days!

The gorgeous hill town of Montefiascone in the region of Latium is a haven of history, legends and culture. Close to the beautifully scenic Lake Bolsena, this is a town full of treasures for tourists to explore.

Stay only a few kilometres away at a beautiful villa at Torre San Severo with a swimming pool. Here you can relax in lovely surroundings after a few days of exploring all the gems that Montefiascone has to offer.

Begin your day trip here with an exploration of Montefiascone cathedral. Designed by the Mannerist architect Michele Sanmicheli, this cathedral has been the victim of quite a few damages, like a ruthless fire in 1670. But it has been faithfully restored to its former glory since 1893.

Would you love an Italian lakeside vacation? Then a beautiful stay at a villa near Lake Bolsena would be ideal for you! Relax in peaceful surroundings and have an enjoyable time exploring the surrounding towns and villages of Lake Bolsena in Latium. The town of Bolsena itself is a great starting point for your scenic tourist trail.

Stay in a villa rental in Torre San Severo, only a few kilometres from Bolsena where you will be tucked into the midst of tranquil nature and beauty!

The town of Bolsena is situated on the North-west of Lake Bolsena and was built on the lower slopes of an ancient volcano. The vegetation surrounding this picturesque town is abundant due to the rich fertile soil around these parts. Delicious fruits and vegetables are grown in the local area.

Visit the ruins of an ancient Etruscan town built above Bolsena which was believed to have been called Volsinii before the Romans conquered it and evicted its inhabitants. They moved in themselves and constructed many new buildings including a grand amphitheatre. Tourists can still see the ruins of these ancient entertainment grounds today!