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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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

Inspect works by Moroni and Botticelli and learn about Renaissance masters through the audio tour in this fine arts institution.

In this suitably modern building browse an array of 20th-century works of art in the permanent collection and examine the modern masterpieces in the temporary exhibits.

One of the greatest art galleries in Genoa is housed in a wonderful palace with a collection of Genoese, Italian and European paintings.

Check out the stunning frescoes decorating the majestic rooms of this palace as well as the works of art in the gallery. 

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

Mimmo Rotella’s décollage and Enzo Cucchi’s surrealist paintings are among this gallery’s highlights. Its terrace offers excellent views of the Catanzaro skyline.

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

A picturesque medieval town spills down rocky cliffs to spectacular bays and beaches at this seaside resort in southern Italy’s Calabria region.

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

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

Inside this beautiful religious construction in Genoa are exquisite artworks commissioned by some of the most significant noble families of the city. 

A charming traditional Italian village, the town of Squillace combines several revealing and atmospheric historic sites with easy beach access.