In the very south of Europe, on the Apennine Peninsula , magnificent Italy is located. The country is home to more than fifty-seven million people - Italians, Tyroleans, Greeks, Albanians and French. The official language is Italian. In the tourist areas they speak French and English, in the ski resorts mainly German sounds. The capital of Italy is magnificent Rome.
The center of international tourism, the sacred land for admirers and connoisseurs of antiquity, as well as ancient and modern art, is Italy. The main attraction of the country can be called the great and unique Rome. Italy is proud of its ancient and forever young capital. Moreover, this greatest city,
an open-air museum, can be considered the cultural and historical heritage of all mankind. Almost every city building is a valuable monument of history, culture, architecture.
The capital of Italy with its huge number of monuments is interesting not only for tourists from all over the world. Scientists, archaeologists, researchers of the civilization of the ancient Romans are constantly working here.
Probably no one can accurately say how long it will take to
Get to know all the
sights of Rome. Most likely, a lifetime will not be enough for this. What about tourists who come to the Eternal City for 10-15 days? The capital of Italy can be studied as detailed as possible in such a short time, only with the help of professional guides.
Almost all excursions in Rome begin with a tour of the Pantheon - the temple, the construction of which dates back to 27 BC Then you will definitely be shown the Colosseum, where brave gladiators fought in deadly battles. The construction of this huge arena was completed in 80 BC. You will see the Arc de Triomphe, the Roman and Imperial Forums, the catacombs, famous for hiding the first Christians from the persecution of the Romans, as well as the first churches of Christians, which are decorated with beautiful mosaics. Piazza Navona is the most famous square of the Eternal City. It is located in its very center and is surrounded by magnificent palaces.
It is indisputable that almost every tourist associates the capital of Italy with the Vatican. It is a tiny state located on the most picturesque hill of Rome. Here is the residence of the pope, Cathedral Square, Lutheran Palace, papal gardens,
St. Peter's Basilica. From unwanted guests the Vatican is protected by high ancient walls. The Vatican has a radio station, a post office and even a prison. The walls of the Vatican library contain valuable manuscripts.
Rome is Italy's most popular and visited city. In addition to acquaintance with historical, cultural, architectural monuments, tourists are attracted to Rome by the opportunity to relax with children. The city has a magnificent water amusement park, the Children's Museum, and young people can have a great time in Ttstaccio - an urban area that is famous for discos and nightclubs.
If you want to visit the resorts of Italy, a description of the most popular of them you can find on the websites of all travel companies.