Monreale and one of the most famous monuments of the old Norman Kingdom

Interior of Monreale Cathedral, Sicily, Italy

On the “sunny island” (how Sicily is often called), not far from Palermo, one can find a small remote town of Monreale, which features one of the most famous monuments of the old Norman Kingdom – Monreale Cathedral. It was built in the 12th century by the most powerful Norman King William II. as a symbol of his immense power.

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Discover Venice on a budget!

Gondolas in Venice (as seen from Rialto bridge), Veneto, Italy

Venice, once the thriving merchant centre of the world, is today considered to be a living, breathing museum. As an art historian I am fascinated by the 117 islands that form the Italian cultural heritage site. As a postgraduate student I must stick to a tight budget when travelling abroad. The city thrives on tourism and a trip to Venice

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Popular Attractions in Tuscany

Piazza dell' Anfiteatro, Lucca, Tuscany, Italy

Tuscany is a region in central Italy known for its beautiful landscapes as well as its history and traditions. Tuscany is also very famous for its great wine and food. Millions of tourists visit Tuscany every year. Florence, the capital of Tuscany, is visited by around 10 million tourist every year and is in fact one of the most visited

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Discover the rich historical and religious heritage Abruzzo has to offer

San Pietro church, Roccascalegna, Abruzzo, Italy

With so much to take in and experience in the beautiful Abruzzo region, including the glorious Blue Flag beaches, stunning mountain scenery and green park land, you may not think about visiting any of the surrounding areas (or you may be struggling to find the time to fit everything in!), but with so many historical and religious attractions to discover,

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The Lesser Known Features Found Touring Venice

Murano, Venice, Italy

Everyone can pick up a tour or guide book, but that doesn’t mean they will suddenly know all the best spots to visit in a place they are only exploring through briefly. But even more so, if you have already been to the city of Venice, then you have probably seen all the average and regular things that most tours

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