The main feature of the local cuisine is an abundance of fine fish dishes. Chefs prepare culinary creations of seafood in every national cuisine restaurant, and visitors can taste some interesting creative treats. On the scenic coast there is the Bagni Delfino restaurant offering the most popular dishes of Italian, European and Mediterranean cuisine. The restaurant features special sauces that the chef prepares …
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Sorrento is famous for its wine-making traditions. Local wineries produce liquors and wines following ancient traditions. Common souvenir for tourists is Limoncello liquor produced from local fragrant lemons. A true national drink is Lacrima Christi wine; the symbol of Sorrento also has its own unique story. According to the legend, God was so upset with evil-minded people that uttered a tear. It fell at the foot …
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An abandoned old millstone near Piazza Tasso is a really unusual sight. It was built in 1866 and was used directly until the beginning of the 20th century. Currently, the building is completely abandoned. During the warm season, its facade and roof are almost completely covered with climbers. The old building, surrounded by mountain scenery and thick green vegetation, looks simply unique. Correale di Terranova Art …
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7. Tourists who expect to walk a lot and to take part in excursions are sure to bring comfortable shoes with them. Some of attractions are located in fairly remote places, so it is most convenient to get there in sport shoes. 8. The resort is connected with Naples by ferry, so tourists for whom local attractions and entertainment mayn’t seem enough should definitely go on a cruise. 6. In restaurants and …
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Sorrento isn’t distinguished by an abundance of noisy entertainment venues, but the resort is sure to please fans of shopping, hiking and beach holidays. Fans of loafing and those who prefer to sunbathe in a secluded place would like the Punta del Capo Beach. Here you can perfectly relax all day long, enjoying the serenity and natural splendor. No less attractive is the Leonelli's Beach; it is perfect for a …
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The famous landmark of Sorrento is the Basilica di San Antonio. It was built in the 11th century on the site of a small chapel; now it has an interesting collection of works of art. Visitors can admire beautiful paintings by local artists and see an interesting collection of artifacts donated to the church by local sailors. In the Basilica is the tomb of the patron saint of the city. The last large-scale …
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Italy - moving around the country
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The infrastructure of the leading Italian airport (Da Vinci Airport) will pleasantly surprise even the most experienced traveler. On the territory of the terminals are available comfortable recreation areas, cafes and restaurants, souvenir shops and duty-free shops, as well as nurseries, currency exchange offices, and bank branches. Next in size is considered to be the Marco Polo airport, which is located in Venice. It is situated eight kilometers from the city center. You can get to it with the help of water transport, buses, and taxis. The infrastructure of this airport is also quite well developed, creating comfortable and safe conditions for the movement of passengers. The third by dimensions in Italy is the Milan-Malpensa airport. It is located 45 kilometers from Milan. You can get to the city by public transport, taxi, or transfer.
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Overview of festivals and celebrations in Italy
The flower festival that takes place in Noto has less fame, but the scale of the works presented in it makes us admire it. On Friday and Saturday preparatory works are in progress, sketches of future paintings composed of flowers are drawn, and on Sunday the main street of the city, which is 122 meters in length, is covered with numerous flowers. Paintings consisting of four hundred thousand roses, gerberas, daisies and other intoxicatingly smelling flowers are created. Images of flowers can become knights, various emblems and coats of arms, as well as beautiful ladies. Applications for the creation of a particular plot made of flowers are given in advance; the organizers previously make up a picture of the future floral splendor.
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