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Venice Carnival
Two weeks before lent on Ash Wednesday the traditional Carnival of Venice takes place in the city. Costumes, masks, entertainment and parades fill the city with thousands of party goers.
Verona Arena
Verona, the scene of Romeo and Juliet has the best perserved amphitheatre in Italy. It hosts a famous summer season of Opera productions that are a must.
Grand Canal of Venice
The Grand Canal is the high street of Venice. It is busy all day as in any other city. However you must take a trip up and down to get a flavour of the city of water.
Boats in Venice
Where there is water there will be boats. There are used in Venice as cars and buses are in any other city.
Vaporettos, Water Buses in Venice
Vaporettos are the cheapest form of public transport in Venice. Tourists use them to get to many of the main attractions in the city.
Traghetti in Venice
These are Gondolas that are used to cross the Grand Canal. A must for a traveler on a budget so as to be able to say, "I have been on a Gondola in Venice."
Gondolas in Venice
The Gondola is the iconic boat in Venice for lovers. A romantic trip with a singing Gondolier is a dream for many. Make it a reality but watch out, it can be expensive.
Motoscafi, Water Taxis in Venice
When you need to get to hard to reach places or need to get somewhere fast in Venice, Motoscafi are the answer. They are used as taxis would be in other cities.
Palazzo Ducale - Doges Palace Venice
This is the home of the Doge. As Venice was a mighty power in the world so its ruler required a palace to show his status. Located in St Marks Square on the Shore of the lagoon a tour around here is a must on any visit to Venice.
Palazzo Pubblico Siena Town Hall
The lovely red brick building is a highlight of a visit to Siena. Enjoy a
meal in the Piazzo del Campo, where it is located, and then relax in the cool
of this historic building.
Il Palio of Siena
Horse racing is a passionate sport. None more so than the great Palio in Siena.
Santa Maria Della Scala in Siena
Just across from the Cathedral in Siena is the ancient hospice. This is now a museum full of interesting artfacts.
View from the Rocca San Gimignano
Top your tour of this hilltop village with a view to die for and a memory that wil last from the old fortress.
Duomo in Siena Cathdral
This splendid gothic cathedral in Siena has many unique features. The facia is made of marbles. The carpark where it is located are the unfinshed walls of what might have been.
Palazzo Ducale Venice
This splendid palace in Venice was used for many things at different times. Three floors of delightful attractions inside tell its story.
Piazza de Campo Siena
Fabulous town square has some of the splendid medieval buildings in it. With restaurants all around, it is a great place to have a meal on a hot summer day.
Pitti Palace in Florence
This magnificent palace in Florence has beautiful grounds. In summer months
12 - 2pm is very hot in the gardens. These hours are best spent inside the
many air conditioned galleries within.
Sant'Augustino Church San Gimignano
Plain to look at from the outside a wander inside is one to remember. Some incredible frescos and alters await you.
The Big Tower or Torra Grossa in San Gimignano
This tower stands out majestically on the skyline as you approach the town.
Worth a trip to the top if you can climb the 200 steps.
Municipal Art Gallery in San Gimignano
A small art museum in San Gimignano that is worth a look. It is possible to stay here and look around as the others climb up to the top of the tower. (see above)
The Baptistery in Pisa
One of the nicest baptisteries in Italy.
The Church of Santa Maria Forisportam Lucca
A small church in Lucca that is of classic Italian design.
The Town Square in Lucca
Called Piazza Anfiteatro or Piazza del Mercato. It is near many restaurants and there are occasional concerts here.
Duomo di San Martino in Lucca Tuscany
Lucca's Cathedral.
City walls in Lucca Tuscany
The Medieval city walls that surround the town of Lucca.
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Baptistery of St John with the Gates of Paradise in Florence
- Santa Croce Church Florence
- Field of Miracles Pisa
- Leaning Tower Pisa
- Piazza della Signoria Florence
- Types of Tours in Tuscany
- Accademia - Florence
- Ponte Vecchio - Florence
- Palazzo Vecchio - Florence
- Florence Cathedral - Florence
- Roman Colosseum - Rome
- Pantheon - Rome
- Roman Forum - Rome
- Spanish Steps - Rome
- Trevi Fountain - Rome
- Vatican City
- Villa Giulia - Rome
- Arch of Septimius - Rome
- Piazza Navona - Rome
- Piazza della Repubblica - Rome
- Piazza Venezia -Rome
