Italy has always been a synonym for "good food," offering an unmistakable explosion of flavours, scents, and aromas. Aside from having one of the most famous cuisines, it also proposes an immense variety of different regional dishes and recipes. Visitors cannot miss the food and wine itineraries - journeys through Italy's gastronomic culture, in search of ancient recipes, genuine products, and simple food inspired by classic Italian cooking and innovative creations.
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King Charles of Bourbon seems to have had an education that did not include much academic studies, and it is, therefore, surprising that it had to be...
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Until 1930 in this area there was just a small settlement in the centre of vast marshes. Latina is an example of urban planning from the Fascist...
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Italy, Territory of Lakes
Italy has many lakes; in fact, there are over a thousand, renowned for their incomparable beauty and each is characterized by distinct features. Lakes Garda, Maggiore, and Como, now well-known throughout the world, have become ideal destinations for spending some time in the sun and in close contact with nature. Italy’s major lakes are fully equipped and offer a range of accommodation facilities. The beaches provide all the comforts and are suitable for bathing. In addition to relaxing, visitors can have fun testing their skills with a variety of outdoor activities. Several water sports are offered: water skiing, canoeing, windsurfing, sailing, scuba diving, and even fishing, with national level competitions. Sports such as golf, horseback riding, and mountain biking are also offered almost everywhere. A lakeside holiday also allows tourists to discover the surrounding areas, which are full of history and traditions.
Italy's lakes create enchanting landscapes thanks to the extraordinarily prosperous ecosystems that have developed over the millennia, and the evolution of the many and various plant and animal species. Small Alpine lakes, which are quite common in high-altitude areas, are excellent destinations for exciting hikes to explore breathtaking landscapes. Visitors have a world of emotions to explore, following their instinct and their passions, savouring fragrances and tastes. A lakeside vacation gives guests the rare opportunity to discover and enjoy Italy's charm, reflected in cool, pristine waters.
The great lakes, Lakes Como, Maggiore and Garda, are the largest lakes in Italy, they have always been a major holiday destination, and their fame has never stopped growing.
The province of Lecco lies at the eastern shore of Lake Como; to the imposing corner of the mountains, Lecco present a gentle spectacle of villas in the midst of centuries-old grounds. The city grew rapidly starting from the 18th century with the Industrial Revolution, becoming one of the ...
Calabria is at the toe of the boot, the extreme south of Italy - lapped by the splendid crystal blue Ionian and
Steeped in a unique landscape where nature is at it most verdant, the province of Brescia is a land of scenic beauty enshrining a host of locations of archeological, artistic and historical interest. It lies between the Po Valley, the pre-Alpine mountains and the Trompia Valley. The ...
Aosta Valley is the smallest region in Italy; in its northwest, it is located between France and Switzerland. At its core are its majestic peaks (the region is, after all, mostly mountainous). Here we can find the highest peaks in the Alps: Cervino , Monte ...
The colossal seventeenth-century statue of Saint Charles Borromeo, known as the 'San Carlone', is the monumental symbol of Arona. The nearby seminary and the church date from the same period. Descending the lake it is worth visiting the Piazza del Popolo, with the fifteenth century Casa del ...
Lake Garda is the largest of the Italian lakes. Of glacial origin, it occupies a deep canyon between Lombardy in the west, Veneto in the east and Trentino in the north. The landscape is enchanting: the intense blue of the waters and the greens of the Mediterranean vegetation. Tourists have been ...
The traveller who arrives on the banks of Lake Garda from northern Europe is enchanted by the view of the lake and the luxuriant Mediterranean vegetation that grows at the foot of the mountains. The palms and the shining evergreen leaves of the olive trees are a clear sign of the climatic change ...
The setting of the Gruppo dei Cadini and the Tre Cime di Lavaredo reflecting in the waters makes Misurina Lake one of the most beautiful in the entire Alpine range. A dense pinewood drops to the banks of the lake, which freezes in winter making it completely accessible. A path leads us to the foot ...
