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.
Sample seafood in the quaint towns and cities of this diverse country where you can explore an eclectic terrain featuring mountains, desert regions and coastal wonderlands.
The diamond capital of the world is both historically rich and refreshingly modern, with 16th-century architecture and a thriving avant-garde arts scene.
The diamond capital of the world is both historically rich and refreshingly modern, with 16th-century architecture and a thriving avant-garde arts scene.
Scotland’s capital, Edinburgh,
nestled between extinct volcanoes and hills, is almost fairytale in appearance,
with its medieval buildings in the Old Town and the wide streets and spacious
homes Georgian New Town, and the spectacular castle looking down from its
cliff. Edinburgh was declared a World Heritage
Site in 1995, which only begs the question: why did it take so long?
Admire the outstanding and innovative architecture of this beautiful building and then venture inside for art exhibitions, movies and theatrical performances.
Sitting high upon the cliffs overlooking the Bay of
Naples, Sorrento is a rustic tourist spot that
offers visitors fantastic views. Centuries ago Roman emperors, Italian nobles
and artists flocked to the province of Campania
to soak in its inspiring beauty. Today, its cobblestone streets, magnificent
villas, fishing ports, pleasant Mediterranean climate and citrus trees pull in
holidaymakers from all over the world.
This 16th-century emperor’s garden tomb, commissioned nine years after the ruler’s death, is an early example of red sandstone and marble Mughal architecture.
Once the capital of the Inca Empire,
this historic city is the gateway to the Sacred Valley of the Incas and
one of the most important sites in indigenous Peruvian culture.
The incandescent blue and gold interior of Montreal’s spiritual heart dazzles visitors and pilgrims. It was once the largest house of worship in North America.