Italy is the fourth highest tourist earner, with approximately 43.2 million tourists visiting the country every year. For centuries, it has been the epicenter of culture and arts in Europe. Italy has been considered the paradise for a person who takes avid interests in food.
Food and Wine of Italy are famous worldwide, and hence forth, a traveler landing in Italy must not miss the opportunity of tasting authentic Italian food and Wine. On one hand Italy has beautiful landscape which attracts millions of tourists and on the other hand the rich cultural heritage of the city is reflected through the museums, book fairs and other cultural activities.
Rome
Rome is known for its innumerable art, culture, beauty, magnificence, and traditions. Around 7-10 million people visit this city every year. Trip to Rome must include the following places:
Vatican: It is a very popular place among tourists, and it reflects both the cultural and religious aspects of the city
The Sistine Chapel: It is famous for the bible painted on the ceiling by Michelangelo. It is among the famous paintings of the Renaissance period.
The Capitoline Museum: The museum exhibits invaluable collection of ancient sculptures and classical art.
Other places to see in Rome are the Pantheon, the Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, St. Peter's Basilica, the Roman Forum, the Spanish Steps, and Piazza del Popolo.
Other places
Milan is known as the fashion hub not only of the country, but of the entire world. Some of the popular tourist attractions in Milan include Duomo and Piazza, the Teatroalla Scala, the San Siro Stadium, and the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. In Italy one must also visit Venice, Florence, and Pisa. The Leaning Tower of Pisa is one of the wonders of the world.
