Travelers, who are used to relaxing on the most comfortable coastal areas, might find exactly what they need on the beaches of Marsala. This resort is widely popular for its harmonious and graceful atmosphere. Guests can easily combine sunbathing and degustation of the vintage wine produced by numerous local wineries. It would be a mistake not to mention the volcanic island of Pantelleria that also belongs to the …
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Dried tomatoes will be a very unusual purchase. The locals love this treat. They are eaten as an independent snack or added to pasta and sauces. This dish is unusual for a European. But it's delicious. Hard cheeses like Pecorino, Ficu, or Ragusano will be a good purchase. If you plan a long flight, you should think well about the feasibility of purchasing ricotta. This type of cheese can go bad on the road. A …
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If you want to take a little family break from the city's historical monuments and outdoor activities, you can go to Eryx bowling. Very tasty pizza is served here. You can go to the local movie theater after the game ends. Bowling is good because the simple rules of the game are clear even to a kid. The different weights of the balls will allow playing it even for a preschool girl on a par with adults. You can …
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Fans of natural landmarks will find it very interesting to visit the region of Villa Margherita that is famous for its elegant gardens. It is a great place to see rare plants and flowers brought from different parts of the world. There are beautifully decorated relaxation areas among exotic plants. The garden has a large amphitheater that hosts music concerts and other entertainment events in summer. …
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All the statues are kept in the beautiful Church of Anime Sante del Purgatorio. It is from here that the procession begins at exactly two o'clock in the afternoon. The procession moves slowly despite the weight of the sculptures and the short length of the city streets. The procession ends its journey in the same Baroque church a day later. Citizens and tourists can join the procession during this time. Many …
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Bread has an important place in the local food culture. It has been a staple on the table of the poor for centuries. The bread was eaten with fish, soups, vegetables, or olives. You can find different types of homemade bread in local bakeries. It was traditionally baked from durum wheat using oil, salt, and oregano in stone-and-wood ovens in the past. You should taste the bruschetta of finely chopped bread, fried …
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Italy - moving around the country
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In large cities such as Milan or Rome, you will find an underground metro. You can buy tickets in kiosks or inside the subway. At peak hours, trains run every two to three minutes. At other times and on weekends, the frequency of the underground transport can vary within 7 minutes. The fare in most of Rome’s subway lines is approximately 2 euros. The quality of the road surface in Italy is at a very high level. Therefore, quite often, tourists decide to rent a car. It can be selected in advance before arriving in Italy, or on the spot. A one-day car rental at the airport in Milan will cost at least 80 euros. Please note that many autobahns in the country are on a paid basis. The average fare is 30 euros. An alternative will be to travel by bike. In large cities, you will find bicycle paths of quite decent quality which are laid along all the central roads of the city. Also quite a popular mode of transportation is suburban trains and international trains. There are even high-speed passenger express trains. The fare depends on the class of the train and the distance of the trip.
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Nature and parks of Italy
Vesuvius National Park located east of Naples, is a zone of enormous significance both historically and geologically. Throughout the park, research work is still ongoing. The park, named after one of Europe's most famous and active volcanoes, became a haven for six hundred and ten species of plants, with forty percent of them originating from the Mediterranean. More than a hundred species of birds live in the green zone, the number of which increases during the migratory season. Above the blooming fields flutter large, bright colored butterflies, thereby betraying the special charm of the park. A funicular and a trail for backpackers are laid to the crater of Vesuvius.
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