Italy Castles & palaces + Religious pictures

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Explore this land in idyllic southern Italy surrounded by a cerulean sea. The island has features like its better-known neighboring locations, with fewer tourists.

Admire the greatest works of Michelangelo and da Vinci, see the center of Catholicism and pose with the Leaning Tower of Pisa on this Mediterranean peninsula.

Situated on the top of a hill is a religious sanctuary known for its art, architecture and important icon of the Virgin Mary.

Admire the stunning mosaics that adorn the ceiling of this octagonal baptistery to appreciate why it appears on the UNESCO World Heritage list.

Visit the Museum of Ancient Art, be guided through the castle or simply relax in the luscious grounds of this centuries-old fortress.

Scenic harbors, historic architecture, attractive beaches, watersports and wildlife centers make this one of Italy’s most captivating coastal destinations.

Listen to opera, join a historical tour or admire breathtaking 6th-century mosaics at this UNESCO World Heritage Site. 

Gilded mosaics, a jewel-encrusted screen and magnificent Byzantine architecture make this cathedral one of the most stunning attractions in Venice.

This grand building was home to Venice’s rulers for centuries and is still a statement of wealth and power.

Step back into Venice\'s past when you study the paintings, frescos and period furniture of this magnificent baroque palace.

The island’s south is remarkable for its mountains, tranquil beaches and enigmatic ancient ruins, as well as a courtly city.

Step back into Venice\'s past when you study the paintings, frescos and period furniture of this magnificent baroque palace.

Admire the greatest works of Michelangelo and da Vinci, see the center of Catholicism and pose with the Leaning Tower of Pisa on this Mediterranean peninsula.

Elegant fountains, a superb cathedral and fine shopping and dining make Catania’s main square a great place to spend some time. 

This grand building was home to Venice’s rulers for centuries and is still a statement of wealth and power.

Situated on the top of a hill is a religious sanctuary known for its art, architecture and important icon of the Virgin Mary.

Visit one of Lucca’s most sacred religious icons, an impressive building that is almost a millennium old.

This ornate church is a wonderful place to see a collection of religious art and enjoy uninterrupted views of Vicenza’s picturesque cityscape. 

This grand building was home to Venice’s rulers for centuries and is still a statement of wealth and power.

South of Naples is a region of great natural beauty with a magnificent coastal road, lined by lemon trees, vineyards and dramatic rocks and quaint villages. This is the Amalfi Coast.

Admire the greatest works of Michelangelo and da Vinci, see the center of Catholicism and pose with the Leaning Tower of Pisa on this Mediterranean peninsula.

Admire the greatest works of Michelangelo and da Vinci, see the center of Catholicism and pose with the Leaning Tower of Pisa on this Mediterranean peninsula.