Archive for 'Tourist Attractions'

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!

Located in the southern coastal region of Campania is the scenic Cilento area and Vallo di Diano National Park. In 1998, it was awarded as a UNESCO World Heritage Site to protect its rich natural beauty from the wrath of mass tourism and large scale building projects in the area. Stay in a stunning vacation rental in Campania where you can easily explore the treasures of this region under the hot Italian sun!

Within this vast protected area lie numerous archaeological sites including Paestum, Velia and the Certosa di Padula. Much of this coastal area’s historical evolution can be relived in great detail thanks to the many monuments and documentation left behind.

If you’re spending some or all of your Italian vacation in the region of Friuli Venezia Giulia then be sure to visit the archaeological area and ancient basilica of Aquileia!

Aquileia was one of the largest and richest cities during the early reign of the Roman Empire before being viciously destroyed by Attila in the 5th century. Book into a charming villa rental in Grado which is only twelve kilometres away from this famous UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Here you can relax in scenic surroundings and easily explore all that this exquisite region of Italy has to offer!

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!