Alta Murgia National Park – a nature dotted with ancient sights

Alta Murgia National Park, Apulia, Italy

Located in the southern portion of Italy, Alta Murgia National Park covers a total area of 677.39 square kilometers. There are thirteen villages which surround the national park and anyone who chooses to experience the natural wonder of Alta Murgia National Park should also take the time to visit these villages as well. Near the village of Botromagno is where

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Vesuvius National Park protects one of the world’s most dangerous volcanoes

Relax at the Mount Vesuvius, Campania, Italy

Everyone has heard of the rich history that surrounds the famous volcano called Mount Vesuvius. In order to defend and protect the volcano the Vesuvius National Park was formed. There are two volcanoes that can be found within the park’s borders – extinct vulcano Mount Somma as well as the still currently active Mount Vesuvius. Vesuvius National Park , Campania,

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The National Park of Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise – the oldest national park in the Apennines

Lake Barrea, National Park of Abruzzo, Italy

Founded back in 1922, the The National Park of Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise covers a total of 497 square kilometres and spreads over all three regions – Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise, however the largest part is in Abruzzo region. It is also known simpler as The National Park of Abruzzo (Parco Nazionale d’Abruzzo) and is considered to be the oldest

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Gargano Peninsula – one of the most beautiful and most visited areas of Italy

Vieste, Gargano, Apulia, Italy

Gargano Peninsula jutting out into the Adriatic Sea, in the region of Puglia is among the most beautiful and most visited areas of Italy. The area is featured with crystal-clear sea, bays with beautiful beaches, limestone cliffs, pine groves and ancient villages with a unique atmosphere. Gargano Peninsula is situated within the province of Foggia, which is part of the

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Gondolas – romantic and mysterious symbol of Venice

Gondolas in Venice, Italy

One of the inherent symbols of the Italian city of Venice is definitely its gondolas – long flat-bottomed rowing boats that move across the calm waters of the local channels. The tradition of the gondolas dates back to the 15th century, but their origin is shrouded in mystery. First gondolas were produced in large docks where otherwise large naval and

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