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Italy is synonymous with romance. Who doesn’t want to plan their honeymoon in Italy and enjoy the romance and freshness in the air? Foodie couples cannot afford to miss visiting Italy as it is the hub of authentic and delicious cuisines which is not only popular in Italy but across the World. Italy is also quite popular for the incredible artists it has produced from time to time, along with its language, opera, and fashion as well as luxury brands.

About Italy - An Overview

Italy has a lot to offer its tourists. Thus, it depends on the later what it wants to receive. If you simply want to visit the major cities such as Rome, Florence or Venice, it will take 3-5 days to cover the main highlights. However, if you want to explore some of the specific regions other than the major cities such as Tuscany, the Amalfi Coast or the Italian Lakes, you simply cannot wrap up your trip in less than 1 to 2 weeks to dive into the local culture, tradition, attractions and scenic views. Besides, if you can align your schedule with the luxury of time and budget, a month or more can work wonders on your trip and you will be able to take with you a different side of Italy that not many know or have come across.

Places to visit in Italy:
Leaning Tower of Pisa

The Leaning Tower of Pisa is also simply called the Tower of Pisa and is a freestanding bell tower of Pisa Cathedral. It is mainly famous for its nearly four-degree lean which occurred due to an unstable foundation. There are three structures present in Pisa’s Cathedral Square-

1. Leaning Tower of Pisa

2. The Cathedral

3. Pisa Baptistery

The height of the Leaning Tower of Pisa is 55.86 meters on the low side and 56.67 meters on the high side. Honeymoon couples can visit this tower and explore its settling of foundations that compelled it to lean about 15 feet from the perpendicular.

The couples can also explore the Baptisterium which is situated to the right of the Leaning Tower of Pisa and is a 54 meters high building having a circular shape. Also, the building has an incredible domed roof and an intricate facade. The interior is created in a simple manner but is astonishing. Another attraction of Pisa is Camposanto which is a massive cemetery and is within the same complex as the Leaning Tower of Pisa. It was built in the year 1227 and the locals believe that the soil here came from Jesus’s place of crucifixion. Besides, Santa Maria Della Spina is one of the most beautiful churches in Italy with a detailed gothic façade as well as a unique setting on the riverbank that couples cannot afford to miss visiting.

Things to do in Pisa:

  • Explore the Baptisterium which is situated to the right of the Leaning Tower of Pisa and is 54 meters high building having a circular shape. Also, the building has an incredible domed roof and an intricate facade. Couples can explore the cylindrical building and admire the minute details added while constructing this architecture from the outside. The interior is created in a simple manner but is astonishing.
  • Visit Camposanto which is a massive cemetery and is within the same complex as the Leaning Tower of Pisa. It was built in the year 1227 and the locals believe that the soil here came from Jesus’s place of crucifixion. Many famous influential persons of the society are buried here such as the famous mathematician Fibonacci (creator of the Fibonacci sequence).
  • Visit Santa Maria Della Spina which is one of the most beautiful churches in Italy with a detailed gothic façade as well as a unique setting on the riverbank.
Grand Canal (Venice)

A channel in the heart of Venice, Italy, Grand Canal is also considered to be one of the major water-traffic corridors in Italy. One of the canals terminated into the lagoon located near the Santa Lucia railway station, while the other end at the basic situated at San Marco making a reverse S-shape through the central districts of Venice. The total length of this canal is 3.8 km, accompanied by an average depth of 5 meters.

Tuscany

Tuscany gets transformed into heaven, especially during the springtime. The rolling hills, charming villages, and picturesque views make it one of the most desirable destinations to be covered while in Italy. Not to forget the stunning Maremma Hills, Tuscany also offers other tourist spots and makes sure the spots become enjoyable for everyone. Whether you are a romantic couple or adventure-filled, this place has something for you. With good food, wine, and a romantic vibe, Tuscany has turned out to be one of the favourite holiday destinations in the world, especially during springtime.

Though Tuscany primarily has gained popularity for the hills, a wide range of golden beaches are also known to glorify this region. You can spend some quality time on the beaches, soaking in the awesomeness of the Sun. But, if you are looking for something more magic, then you cannot afford to miss visiting the stunning Cascate di Saturnia, which is famous for its thermal waters, limestone pools, and landscape. The waterfall originates from a natural source of sulfurous water at a temperature of 37.5 degrees Celsius.

Florence

The capital city of the Tuscani region, Florence is the most populated city of Italy and was once a center of medieval European trade and finance. Every year, this city ends up attracting millions of tourists and UNESCO has also declared the Historic Centre of Florence a World Heritage Site in 1982. Home to Renaissance art and architecture, Florence is also the hub of numerous museums and art galleries, such as the Uffizi Gallery and the Palazzo Pitti. Besides, it has also received the title of being the most beautiful city in the world by Forbes (2010).

Amalfi coast

If you are looking out for picturesque seaside towns, cliffs, and beaches, the Amalfi coast can be the right choice for you. Not only it offers a stunning coastline as well as colorful villages with steep and narrow streets, but many towns of this region also carry a rich historical legacy with important sights of historical and artistic value. You can find lemons grown in terraced gardens of almost the entire Amalfi coast. Hence, it is also quite famous for its production of limoncello liqueur. A total of 13 towns are present on this coast. Some of these towns are popular for their beaches, while others are known for their landmarks. The only entity that binds these towns is the atmosphere which is occupied with leisure, relaxation, and calmness. The most popular towns that you must visit include Ravello, Amalfi Town, Atrani, Minori, and Positano.

Vatican City

The official name of Vatican City is the Vatican City State which is an independent city-state that achieved independence from Italy in the year 1929. Spread across an area of 49 hectares, it holds the record of being the smallest state in the World on the basis of area and population. Some of the major tourist attractions of this city are St. Peter’s Basilica, the Sistine Chapel, and the Vatican Museums. The Vatican Museum is home to some of the World’s most famous paintings as well as sculptures. UNESCO declared Vatican City on the List of World Heritage Sites in the year 1984. Also, this city holds the record of being the only site that has been declared by UNESCO as a “center containing monuments” in the International Register of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed Conflict.

City of Rome

The capital city of Italy, Rome is also the capital city of the Lazio region (the center of the Metropolitan City of Rome). Spread across an area of 1,285 km2, Rome is Italy’s most populated city and third most populous city in the entire European Union. It is also called the “City of Seven Hills” due to its beautiful geographic location and people also call it the “Eternal city”. Couples can immortalize their romance by choosing Rome as their perfect honeymoon destination.

Ponte Vecchio

A medieval stone arch bridge constructed over the heart of the Arno River situated in Florence of Italy, the Ponte Vecchio is the only bridge in Florence that escaped destruction during the Second World War. There are two neighboring bridges present by the side of the Ponte Vecchio- the Ponte Santa Trinita and the Ponte Alle Grazie that further enhance the beauty of the region. This bridge has been conserved by the administration of Italy and is also considered a national artistic heritage.

Milan

Milan is the fashion capital of Italy as its fashion industry has been flourishing since the early 1980s. Today, this industry has achieved great commercial success and the city is home to the World’s best-known fashion designers such as Armani, Versace, Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, and many more. Therefore, couples who have an eye for fashion and want to explore the latest designer brands can definitely visit Milan for an amazing experience because here fashion floats in the atmosphere.

Apart from being the hub of the fashion industry, Milan is also equally famous for its art and architecture and represents Italy globally. It is also the home of Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper, and a Gothic Cathedral, the Duomo.

Cuisines of Italy
  • One of the main reasons that have helped Italy to attract millions of visitors every year is its food. Italians are obsessed with Pasta. According to an estimate, around 23 kg of pasta has been consumed by the people of Italy every year and it comes in different shapes and sizes. Interestingly, there are more than 300 types of pasta shapes in Italy. Also, the method of preparing pasta in Italy differs from region to region and some of the methods have received international acceptance. Some of the famous examples include Carbonara from Rome, pesto from Genova, and Bolognese from Bologna which is known for its delicious flavours.
  • Can anyone on Earth hate Pizza? Italy holds the title of being the “Country of Pizza”. Pizza, with tomato sauce and mozzarella, was prepared for the first time in Naples by Chef Raffaele Esposito for Queen Margherita of Savoy in the year 1889. The Chef tried to give a tricolor appearance to this dish by using tomato sauce (red), mozzarella (white), and basil leaves (green) in honor of the Queen and also named it Margherita.
  • Italians start their breakfast with a cup of coffee every morning and mostly, espresso type of coffee is consumed. It can be consumed with or without sugar. There is another type of famous Italian coffee called Italian cappuccino which is a drink made up of coffee, milk, and milk foam.
  • Though the origin of this dish has not been confirmed yet, Tiramisu is an Italian dessert. Some of the locals believe this dessert to originate from Treviso. It is generally prepared with soft lady finger biscuits, coffee, and a mascarpone-based cream, absolutely delightful to the taste buds. Couples visiting Italy cannot miss tasting this delicious dessert and tickling their taste buds.
  • There is a wide variety of cheese found in Italy and the most famous ones are Parmigiano (parmesan cheese), mozzarella, bufala, and gorgonzola.
Best time to visit Italy

The ideal time to visit Italy is during spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November). During this time, the temperatures are moderate and only fewer clouds are present.