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You’re not going to find a more romantic city than the floating city of Venice, with its gondolas, serenades, beautiful piazzas, churches, beautiful architecture, intimate candle-lit restaurants and almost timeless atmosphere, anywhere.

Inspect the fabulous frescoes and chandeliers and climb the tower to see the former secret jail that detained renowned inmates.

Experience the grandeur of this 18th-century treasure where ballet and theater productions have been hosted within its sumptuous Sala Grande since Napoleonic times.

Romanesque and Byzantine architecture meld together in the monumental façade of this superb basilica, which was built in the years following St. Anthony’s death.

This pretty fishing village has a scenic seaside setting. Lounge on the beach, explore the characterful old fishing district and visit the ancient castle. 

Stroll along the top of an ancient waterway, now a picturesque path that cuts through the heart of Perugia’s old town.

Relax in wine bars and restaurants, take a walking tour and discover the famous Colosseum and other historic sites in one of Rome’s prominent districts.

Study the art canvas by Rubens, enjoy the mesmerizing opulence of the nave and note the influence of the Jesuits at this elegant church.

Explore one of the oldest monastic complexes in central Italy, known for its ancient works of art and medieval garden.

Gaze at this cathedral’s remarkable façade, which is rich with glowing mosaics, carved details and vibrant frescos of biblical figures.

Stare into the eyes of Europe’s oldest preserved corpse, view the Alps up close and tour well-preserved medieval buildings in this Italian city of Austrian ancestry.

Climb up the winding narrow streets of this hilltop town and admire gorgeous vistas of verdant Tuscan valleys from elevated vantage points.

Gaze at this cathedral’s remarkable façade, which is rich with glowing mosaics, carved details and vibrant frescos of biblical figures.

Gaze at this cathedral’s remarkable façade, which is rich with glowing mosaics, carved details and vibrant frescos of biblical figures.

Encounter many different eras of history in Volterra, a scenic hilltop town in Tuscany famed for its palaces, museums and archaeological sites.

Traditional folk culture brightens this charming northern Italian village, where the regal Dolomites crown a range of alpine ski mountains.

Take a sightseeing trip of Tuscany\'s renowned wine region and visit its vineyards, wineries, ancient churches, castles and hilltop villages.

Gaze at this cathedral’s remarkable façade, which is rich with glowing mosaics, carved details and vibrant frescos of biblical figures.

Visit an ancient Chianti winemaking town that\'s brimming with historical structures and surrounded by fields, vineyards and olive groves.