Among the popular restaurants of ethnic cuisine the Tavernetta A Scuea restaurant is best worth attention. Tables need to be booked in few days’ advance. By its decoration and look the restaurant resembles a traditional tavern or porter house similar to those existing on this place several centuries ago. The Da Tura Hotel Bologna Stazione restaurant invites guests to try dainty delicacies and specialities. …
Open
During the Christmas holidays in Mestre, you can buy wonderful carnival costumes and masks. According to the old tradition, locals give preference to red outfits and accessories. They believe that this color can attract good luck and love. Among the unusual New Year traditions that local residents continue to observe is throwing out old unnecessary things on New Year's Eve. They are thrown right out of the windows, …
Open
In the historic area of Mestre is the Church of St. Lorenz. It was built in the 17th century and perfectly preserved to our days. Year after year, the locals restored the church, now it is a real warehouse of religious artifacts. The age of all the relics represented within the walls of the church is more than a hundred years. The very design of the church is of great historical and artistic value. On one …
Open
Polisportiva Terraglio is another wonderful center ideal for visiting with kids in Mestre. The smallest kids who are not yet 2 years old will find things to do - a special pool is equipped especially for them. Therapeutic pools are available for visitors too. If the above centers do not seem to be enough, it's worth checking out La Grotta, which is only open in summer, as this is an outdoor complex. The pool area …
Open
5. Tourists should keep in mind that most gastronomy establishments are closed from 15.00 till 19.00. Tourists should dinner in advance in this case. Many upscale restaurants serve supper not earlier than 20.00.
6. Restaurants and cafes welcome tips the amount of which depends on the class and level of the establishment. In restaurants tips commonly equal to 10-15% of the total sum of the bill. …
Open
Venice boasts plenty of natural attractions where you can relax under the shade of trees, having tired of the seemingly omnipresent heat. Parco San Giuliano is popular not only among those wishing to walk through the picturesque scenery but also among adherents of a healthy lifestyle - here you can often see cyclists and joggers. You can always follow their example, especially since it is quite easy - bike rentals …
Open
Moving around in Italy - transportation
![]()
Italy is one of the most economically developed countries in the world. Accordingly, the transport infrastructure in the country is at a very high level. Due to the fact that most of the territory of Italy is surrounded by sea, transportation by water is well developed. It is worth noting that historically, Italian channels were the most powerful among all maritime powers. Today, the influence of this type of transportation and turnover has a huge impact on the country’s economy. Regular ferry connections link not only the coastal territories of Italy, but also the country with neighboring autonomous territories, including the Canary Islands.
…
Open
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%.
…
Open
