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1. Sardinia Beach Holidays: A Trip To Paradise October 14, 2008 The official name of Sardinia is Sardegna. After Sicity, it is the second largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. This country is situated in the total area of 24,090 square kilometers. This island shares its boundaries with the Italian Peninsula, French island of Corsica, the Spanish Balearic Island and Tunisia. Basically Sardinia is a constitutional party of Italy. Sardinia is popular for its beach holidays. it has stunning beaches and characteristics of old town center that make it one of the best tourist destinations in all over Europe. If you have planned to visit Sardinia this summ... (read more) Author: Robert Bell

2. Hotels in Rome in proximity to tourists' attraction- in preference October 13, 2008 Rome, the capital of Italy, is located in the central western portion of the Italian Peninsula, on river Tiber. It is the seat of the Italian Government. It houses the official residence of the Italian Prime Minister; President of Italian Republic, Italian constitutional court and seat of both the house of Italian Parliament. The historic center of Rome is listed as a World Heritage site. It become the third most visited tourists’ place as it contains many parks, gardens, museums, galleries and historic building such as Colosseum. Hotels in Rome have made the marvelous arrangements for... (read more) Author: Nancy Eben

3. In Property, The Sky's the Limit in Italy July 11, 2008 Italy is a stunning country which is located in the Southern Europe. The country includes of the Po River valley, Sardinia and Sicily large islands located in Mediterranean, the Italian Peninsula and many other smaller Islands. Independent countries such as Vatican City and San Marino are situated in the Italian territory. Italy comprises of beautiful cities such as Rome, Naples, Milan, Genoa, Turin, Bologna, Palermo, Florence, Venice, Brescia etc. Italy is the land profusely stuffed by scenic beauty, lovely lakes, majestic mountains, charming canals, charming landscapes and sites which make... (read more) Author: jessica thomson

4. Sicily Tours:An ultimate destination for travellers June 23, 2008 You can’t ignore Sicily if you are traveling to European country. Sicily is a wonderful place situated in Italy; Sicily is also famous for weather and great Sicilian food. Its pleasant climate and scenic beauty make it a perfect vacation & travel photography destination. Sicily is an exotic island, in west of the southern end of the Italian peninsula, in the Mediterranean Sea. Sicily covers the largest surface area with 25,708 km² and currently has five million inhabitants. It is also the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, though several much smaller islands surrounding it are also consi... (read more) Author: Sanjog Kumar

5. Different types of lodging in Florence June 04, 2008 Florence is the capital of the Tuscany region, having around half a million inhabitants and being situated almost in the middle of the Italian peninsula. Here, you can visit many beautiful, renaissance style buildings, including interesting churches and majestic palaces. The heart of the city is Piazza de Duomo and Piazza della Signoria, the center of the city being steeped in culture. If you are planning to visit Florence soon and you are looking for accommodation, you should know that lodging in Florence can be quite expensive, especially in summer. Hotels offer their customers comfort... (read more) Author: Clint Jhonson

6. The Changes in Roman Helmets in the Roman Empire May 21, 2008 The Roman empire span for almost 700 years from the time of its founding to the fall in 476 AD. You can bet that there were significant changes in the design of the entire roman soldier outfit, from the type of armor they wore to the helmet they used to protect their head.The Roman Empire started to show its beginnings sometime in the 3rd century bc. However, it started out just in the Italian peninsula, and there were three major powerful families: the Julii, Scipii, and Brutii. During this time soldiers of these three inner factions of Rome wore armor and helmets quite different from wha... (read more) Author: John Hilde

7. Holiday Destinations in Istria - Northern Croatian Gem May 20, 2008 Where Croatia's northwest coast meets Slovenia, a triangular shaped peninsula juts out into the Adriatic. This is the beautiful region known as, Istria. Historically, Istria has shifted back and forth from Venetian to Croatian rule and it still has a significant Italian-speaking population, a fact highlighted by the dual language road signs. Many of its historic buildings reveal Venetian style architecture. Add the piazzas, pizzas, local ice cream and superb Istrian wine to this Italianesque atmosphere and it is little wonder that some travel writers have dubbed parts of the Istrian hinterland... (read more) Author: Stewart Palmer

8. Holidays to Italy January 17, 2008 Situated in Southern Europe, the pleasant area of Holidays to Italy includes the Italian peninsula and the two largest islands in the Mediterranean Sea: Sicily and Sardinia. It is framed by the Adriatic and Ionian Seas to the eastern, by the Tyrrhenian and Mediterranean Seas to the west, and by France, Switzerland, Austria, and Slovenia to the north. Italy's maritime side and true variety make it a superior address for a vacation, whether you,re searching for a still home vacation in Tuscany, an exciting island run on Capri, a quiet Italy lake pickup, or an interesting metropolis shift in Rome... (read more) Author: Terry Jogdebrigerstern

9. Ancient Rome December 17, 2007 Ancient Rome was a civilization that was founded on the Italian Peninsula in the 9th century BC. The city of Rome grew from settlements around a fort on the river Tiber. The civilization was started from a small agricultural community which later grew into a large empire straddling the Mediterranean Sea. In its 12 centuries of existence, the civilization shifted from a monarchy to a republic to an autocratic empire. According to a legend, Rome was founded on April 21, 753 BC by Romulus and Remus. The two were descendants of the Trojan prince Aeneas. Legend has it that the two were raised ... (read more) Author: Jacob Marshal

10. Sicily Travel Guide: A look at Sicily, Italy December 10, 2007 Sicily is the largest island in the west of the southern end of the Italian peninsula, in the Mediterranean Sea. Bounded by the Mediterranean Sea on the west and south, by the Ionian Sea on the east, and by the Tyrrhenian Sea on the north, the island of Sicily is the region of Italy, separated by the Strait of Messina from the mainland. The island of Sicily was colonized by the Greeks in the 8th - 6th centuries BC; became the first Roman province in the 3rd century BC; came under Byzantine rule in the 6th century AD; came under the control of the Arabs from North Africa in 965 AD; and wa... (read more) Author: Paul Symonds

11. Families and young people: the touristic future of Lignano Sabbiadoro. October 02, 2007 Last year, to better manage the summer season in Lignano Sabbiadoro, the municipal Administration ordered a research about the situation of the city. That study was included in a bigger project, denominated “Agenda 21 Locale”, to analyze present touristic and economic situation of peninsula and to think about guidelines for the next years. Italian Higher Study Center of Tourism and Touristic Promotion in Assisi carried out the research and analyzed environmental, human and economic sides in Lignano, effects of tourism in these aspects, how tourists see the seaside resort and how it would be... (read more) Author: Deborah Cervesato

12. The Geography of Italy September 19, 2007 Italy is officially known as the Republic of Italy, is located in the southernmost part of Europe. It covers a surface of roughly 301,225 square kilometers. It's situated at 42º50´ north of the equator, and longitudinally at 12º 50´ east of Greenwich. It's capital city is Rome which also happens to be the largest city in the country. Other important cities in Italy include Venice and Milan. The boot shaped Italian peninsula is comprised of the Po River Valley and two large islands in the Mediterranean Sea, namely Sicily and Sardinia. The border of Northern Italy is shared with France, Swi... (read more) Author: Clyde Lee Dennis

13. Yacht Charter in Sardinia August 22, 2007 Sardinia is the second largest island in the Mediterranean being only slightly smaller the Sicily, the largest. It lies in the western Mediterranean off the western coast of the Italian peninsula and just to the south of the French island of Corsica, separated by the narrow Strait of Bonifacio. Mountains dominate much Sardinia's interior; the highest point is Monti del Gennargentu at 1,834 metres. The coast boasts some of the most wonderful beaches in the Mediterranean. Campidano is a fertile plain in the southwestern part of the island. Livestock raising and the cultivation of grains, ... (read more) Author: ken jones

14. Buying Property in Calabria, Italy August 03, 2007 Calabria is one of the best kept secrets in Italy with its un-spoilt coastline, mountain grandeur and age-old historical towns. Situated in the southern most region of Italy and caressed by the Ionian and the Tyrrhenian Seas, it is a narrow peninsula where the "cliffs meet the seas", the intricate coastline facing the water every way you look and pine trees, grape vines and olive and fig trees cling to the rugged mountains adding to the beauty of this region of Italy. Calabria is an area untouched by mass tourism and is one of the current "hotspots" for buying a home abroad. There are many... (read more) Author: maggie galloway

15. Places To Visit In Italy July 06, 2007 It’s “il bel paese” in the Southern Europe; it’s a perfect pleasing place for holidaymakers; it’s your Repubblica Italiana or Italia, popularly known as Italy. Your ‘bel paese’ (fine country) is a peninsula extending into the central Mediterranean Sea, northeast of Tunisia. Sharing its northern alpine boundary with France, Switzerland, Austria and Slovenia, Italy is one of the most coveted and frequented travel destinations of the world. Located within the Italian territory, the independent states of the Vatican City and San Marino make Italy one of the most visited countries of the world... (read more) Author: Orson Johnson

16. Property Italy - A guide to real estate and property in Italy. April 12, 2007 Italy is a beautiful country ("il Bel Paese") located in the Southern Europe. The country is comprised of the Po River valley, the Italian Peninsula, Sicily and Sardinia (two large islands in the Mediterranean Sea), and several smaller islands. Located Northeast of Tunisia, Italy shares its northern alpine boundary with France, Switzerland, Austria and Slovenia. The independent countries of San Marino and the Vatican City are located within the Italian territory. Italy is the country of beautiful cities including Rome, Milan, Naples, Turin, Genoa, Palermo, Bologna, Florence, Catania, Venice, B... (read more) Author: Paul Symonds

17. Food & Wine Of Rome April 06, 2007 Rome, the capital city of Italy and of the Lazio region, is situated in the central-western portion of the Italian peninsula, where the river Aniene joins the Tiber. It’s one of the unique and largest cities in the European Union. Rome is most crowded commune worldwide, with about 2.8 million residents. Rome is an exhilarating, thrilling and stunning city that always reminds people of its past. Rome is home of one of the world's greatest antique civilizations, laden with history, creative and architectural treasures, pizzas, piazzas and the Pope, Rome's 3,000 years old Centro Storico is ... (read more) Author: Orson Johnson

18. Food & Wine Of Florence April 06, 2007 Florence, often considered as ‘Rome Light’, is the city of the Medici and art abounding. Florence is situated in the heart of Tuscany, on the Arno River between the Adriatic and the Tyrrhenian seas, in the middle of the Italian peninsula. From1865 to 1870, Florence was the capital of the Kingdom of Italy. Now it is the capital city of Tuscany, Italy. The city was long ruled by the Medici family and oftentimes conceived the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance. Florence is a city of remarkable beauties including churches, monasteries, museums, galleries and palaces. This city also called ... (read more) Author: Orson Johnson

19. Foods & Wines on the Amalfi Coast January 22, 2007 Amalfi Coast is a stretch of coastline on the southern side of the Sorrentine Peninsula of Italy extending from Positano in the west to Vietri sul Mare in the east. It is known as Costiera Amalfitana in Italian. Amalfi Coast is known for its rugged terrain, scenic beauty, and picturesque towns. Vietri sul Mare, Cetara, Maiori, Minori, Ravello, Atrani, Amalfi, Praiano, Scala and Positano are beautiful towns lying on the Amalfi Coast. The charming Coast is listed by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage site. Major attractions of the Amalfi Coast include Duomo, the church of Santa Maria ... (read more) Author: Orson Johnson

20. Bastia September 15, 2005 Bastia is the capital of the northern part of Corsica, and marks the point where the wild peninsula of Cap Corse joins the mainland. It's closer to the Italian mainland than the French one, and you can see the island of Elba, where Napoleon was imprisoned for several years. Bastia started existence as a humble fishing village named Marina di Cardo, but in the 14th century became Bastia, named for the Genoese keep built here. For a very long time, it was the capital of Corsica overall, and is still the military headquarters of the island. Terra Vecchia, the older part of town, is close to... (read more) Author: Jakob Jelling

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