B&B Le Stanze del Duomo is truly unique hotel, a stay at which is affordable even for the savviest travelers. Located just a few steps from the cathedral, the hotel offers fully equipped guest rooms and apartments with unusual design. The historic building of the hotel still has many original elements. Some rooms still have beautiful wooden ceilings and massive beams. All guest rooms have a unique design in mostly …
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When it comes to describing work and business, they also have their own national characteristics. Informal communication is very common among the local people, so even a serious business meeting can be arranged in a restaurant or at home of one of the business partners. Businessmen believe that this form of communication makes it easier to establish contact and understanding with colleagues. National colorful …
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Duomo Santa Maria del Fiore. Without a doubt, this magnificent cathedral is one of the greatest attractions not only of Florence, but also of the whole of Italy. The construction of the cathedral was started in 1296; in 1995 it was completely renovated. The word «fiore» means “lily”. This flower is depicted on the emblem of Florence. A solid belfry stands near the cathedral. The façade …
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Made in a modern style, J.K. Place Firenze is also present in the list of the most prestigious hotels in Florence. It is made mostly in black and white shades, with guestrooms and public spaces featuring white designer furniture. One of the best restaurants in the city is located in J.K. Place Firenze. Here visitors will be able to try the most popular dishes of Tuscany and Italian cuisines. Connoisseurs of Tuscan …
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In order to make your excursion program more diversified, head to the Chocolate Factory – a paradise for all sweet-tooths. Here visitors will learn in detail how the chocolate is made and about interesting technologies that are used to produce candies and other desserts. Testing of sweets which are produced at the factory is an essential part of the excursion. Kids below 14 are welcome to participate in various …
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Fans of art will be pleased to stay at the modest design hotel Palazzo Galletti, which is located not far from the cathedral. This hotel has a hidden treasure – unique frescos that decorate walls of guest rooms, making them look like halls of an art gallery. Antique furniture and paintings by local artists allow enjoying the culture of Florence at its most. Savvy travelers will also like boutique hotel Porcellino …
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Moving around in Italy - transportation
In large cities such as Rome or Milan, you will meet an underground metro. Statistics show that the Roman metro carries an average of more than 3 million passengers daily. The quality of the subway is also at a very high level, equipped with all necessary security measures, paying great attention to the comfort of passengers waiting and traveling by metro. Rome’s city subway has two lines, just like that of Milan. The railway infrastructure is also at a very high level. The total length of railways is more than 15,000 kilometers. Of this number, about 1,000 kilometers are high-speed tracks. It should be noted that all the large cities are connected by direct rail routes. If you plan a trip to a remote province, then, most likely, transfers during the trip cannot be avoided. The government pays much attention to the safety of movement along the railway track. Therefore, all local electric trains and long-distance trains are serviceable and equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable transport of passengers. Please note that all long-distance trains are divided into first and second class, and the cost of tickets varies significantly.
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Economy roadmap of Italy
According to data for 2016, the olive production in Italy reached record levels, which allowed it to take a leading position in the corresponding rating. Thanks to its favorable location, since ancient times Italy has been actively using all the gifts of the Mediterranean. The Republic is among the top ten countries in the world for catching fish and other seafood, as well as for processing and exporting them, both in the form of fresh carcasses and in the canned form. The state pays special attention to the development of the tourism sector. Italy for several years in a row, occupies a leading position in the ranking of the most visited countries in the world. Last year, more than 60 million people came to the country for vacation. However, according to statistics, a serious economic crisis contributed to the reduction of the tourist inflow and to date only 12% of the Gross National Product comes from the tourism industry. Earlier these indicators reached up to 19%.
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