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After many years of travelling to and around Italy, I have put together a snapshot of some of the beautiful places where I have spent time. These are not always the places that first come to mind when one thinks of Italy. In fact they are places that were special to me and have left wonderful memories in my mind and heart. Some of the photos you will recognize and some you may never have heard of.
So here are 25 reasons to visit Italy. Maybe these photos will make you want to jump on a plane right now and fly to Italy.
Amalfi Coast – this is where dreams are made. Is a stretch of coastline on the southern coast of the Sorrentine Peninsula in Southern Italy. The Amalfi coast consists of many beautiful little townships and villages. I rented an apartment here for 2 weeks and really experienced the area, especially the beaches.
Vieste – Is a glorious marine resort on the southeast Adriatic coast of Italy. It appeared to be a very popular holiday destination for Italians as we felt as though we were the only English-speaking visitors. We took a jet boat ride out to the caves which were very beautiful although we were concerned about the lack of safety precautions by the jet boat company.
Venice – one of my favourite major cities in Italy. I have visited this fabulous city many times and each time I discover more and I like it more.
Trulli – Alberobello. These are traditional Apulian dry stone huts with a conical roof from the 19th century.
Pievebovigliana in Marche is a commune within the Monti Sibillini National park. I rented a house here for a month.
Camerino – An impressive small hill town on the border between Marche and Umbria. It is home to the University of Camerino founded in the Middle Ages. I visited this great little town many times as I was staying in Pievebovliana which was only about 20 mins drive away.
Monti Sibillini – part of the central Apennines situated between Umbria and Marche
Norcia – Umbria is located in the plain of Monti Sibillini
Assisi – In Umbria was the birthplace of St Francis
Florence – the capital of Tuscany (Toscano) is considered to be the birthplace of the Renaissance
Pisa – a definite tourist destination but it is a must at least once when visiting Italy
San Gimignano – I love hilltop towns and this is by far one of my favourites. Great restaurants, great views and great shops.
Siena – in Tuscany is famous for its Palio, a horse race held twice a year.
Milan – one of the most famous fashion cities in the world.
Lago Maggiore is a large lake located on the south side of the Alps in northern Italy on the border of Switzerland.
Isola Bella is one of the beautiful islands on Lake Maggiore where I saw white peacocks for the first time
Stresa – on the shores of Lake Maggiore. After spending 8 days in this beautiful part of the world I ended up with hundreds of gorgeous photos of its spectacular views.
Santa Caterina del Sasso Ballaro – a monastery perched on a rocky ridge on the eastern shore of Lake Maggiore
Fortress of Angera – Castle on Lago Maggiore
Bagni di Lucca – I rented an apartment and stayed here for a month. Every day was a day of new discoveries, meeting new people, visiting many of the towns and villages in the area and “living” the local life. This was definitely living the dream.
Barga – This medieval hilltop town is just a short drive from Bagni di Lucca. Another place that took my breath away.
Cinque Terre – The 5 lands. This is a definite must when visiting Italy. I have stayed here several times and enjoy every minute of it every time. It is very easy to access by train from almost anywhere in Italy.
Rome – view from Castel San Angelo
Trevi Fountain – in Rome is one of the most famous fountains in the world. It is a popular tourist attraction and I might add, almost impossible to take a photograph free of people.
Lake Albano – Looking down from Castel Gandolfo where the pope has his summer residence – 24 kilometres from Rome
Sunset over Rome
If I have missed one of your favourites, please let me know and I will add it next time.
What a fabulous blog once again:-) I have been to a few of the 25 but hope to go again and visit the rest. Thank you for making me feel like I am there already. Xx
Thanks Leah. I do hope that you do return to Italy one day soon xx
Absolutely wonderful places & some stunning photos. No wonder you keep going back..Thanks for sharing..Kay
Thanks Kay. Glad you enjoyed
I want to book my ticket now. Oh so many memories. Thanks Lyn xxx
Yes Donna. Writing about it makes me want to be there now xxx
Love your list of gorgeous places! You have seen a lot of Italy’s treasures….gorgeous!
Thanks Susan. My blog stories take me back to those lovely places. Yes I have seen so much of Italy. I feel so very fortunate On 06/02/2015 3:37 PM, “Travelling Italy with Lyn” wrote:
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Bellissimo signora!!!!!!!gg
Thanks Gail. I knew that you would enjoy
beautiful pictures of a beautiful paese! Thanks for sharing with us all Lyn!
And there’s still more places in Italy for you to discover and add to your list. Thanks for the beautiful pictures!
Yes Linda. There is always more to enjoy and experience. Hope to be back there one day soon
Lyn, thanks for whetting my appetite. We’ll be there for the two weeks around Easter to await the primavera. M’rallegro! E a te una buona giornata!
Woops – that should be: Mi rallegro! I think….;)
Good to hear from you Debbie. Glad you liked. Lucky you going back at easter time. Have a fabulous time
They are all amazing reasons to go to Italy, great choice of places! I also love the Dolomites: especially in the summer they are just magical. Thank you for sharing the photos, they are really beautiful! Marta
Thanks Marta. Italy is a great subject for photos hey. Just lovely
Hi Lyn! As I am already in Italy I do not want to take a plane right now but the car!! ;) I visited Rome, Florence, Milan and Siena until now and I loved these places, too! The next spots that are amongst the first ones on my list are definitely Amalfi Coast and “la Puglia” to visit i trulli – your photos confirm that these are fantastic places!!
Saluti,
Julia
Hey Julia. Those 2 places are reasonably close to where you live. I love the Amalfi coast. Just try to avoid summer there Lyn
I have been to quite a few of these places, and love them I am thinking of heading up to Lake Maggiore this trip. It looks fabulous.
Thanks Deb. I will be interested to hear how you like Lago Maggiore. I imagine that you will enjoy.
Thanks for taking me back! Great post.
Thanks Edith. Good to hear from you
Beautiful! Although I live here I really haven’t travelled enough. I’d love to go back to the Amalfi coast – so stunning. I’ve been to Matera a few times for a literature festival, have you been there? It’s quite unforgettable and I think you’d love it!
Thanks Cat. That is often the case. People come to Australia from overseas and see more of this beautiful country than us locals. No I have not been to Matera. I googled it and it looks wonderful. Maybe one day
Great glimpses of your favourite places – so hope we get a chance to visit more on your list. Only sad Naples wasn’t there … will have to work out a way to tempt you in to have a proper look. There are so many surprises.
Thanks Georgie. Happy that I have whet you appetite. I have passed through Naples several times and the only time I spent time there was many years ago Lyn
Wow Lyn, you should get a job with the Italian tourist bureau! Fantastic photos from all parts of Italy.Bellisimo!!
Thanks Mary. I am passionate hey On 09/02/2015 8:18 AM, “Travelling Italy with Lyn” wrote:
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Love it!
Thanks Liane. Great to hear from you
Great BLOG and photos
Thank you George On 11/02/2015 9:02 PM, “Travelling Italy with Lyn” wrote:
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Lyn loves Itsly as much as I do. She has an excellent BLOG and wonderful pictures. Enjoy
Thanks George
Lovely photos of these stunning photos. Thanks.
Thanks Coral