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The Gaiola Island (Isola della Gaiola) is one of the smallest islands of Naples, Italy. This beautiful and serene island is located in the heart of Gaiola Park, a protected marine area, in the Gulf of Naples. The Gaiola Island is actually a group of two tiny islets about 30 meters away from the coast of the Posillipo. The islets are connected by a small rocky arch bridge. One of the islets has a large solitary residential villa and the other one is uninhabited.
The Gaiola Island takes its name from the cavities that dot the coast of Posillipo. The small island was originally known as Euplea, protector of safe navigation, and was the site of a small temple. It is assumed that originally the island was nothing more than an extension of the promontory opposite and was artificially separated only at a later time. (source: Wikipedia)
The Gaiola Island seems as a perfect post-retirement getaway because of its beautiful and serene nature. However, the island has a gloomy history and the locals believe the island to be cursed. The reputation came about because of the frequent misfortunes and/or the premature death of many past owners of the sole villa.
The Gaiola Island takes its name from the cavities that dot the coast of Posillipo. The small island was originally known as Euplea, protector of safe navigation, and was the site of a small temple. It is assumed that originally the island was nothing more than an extension of the promontory opposite and was artificially separated only at a later time. (source: Wikipedia)
The Gaiola Island seems as a perfect post-retirement getaway because of its beautiful and serene nature. However, the island has a gloomy history and the locals believe the island to be cursed. The reputation came about because of the frequent misfortunes and/or the premature death of many past owners of the sole villa.
Lake Reschensee is an artificial lake located in the western portion of South Tyrol, in Italy. It is only a few miles from the Swiss and Austrian borders and covers an area of 6.6 square kilometers. Lake Reschensee is the largest lake in the province with a capacity of 120 million cubic meters. It is one of the most famous lakes in Italy.
Lake Reschensee is famous for the steeple of a submerged 14th-century church in the middle of the lake. The beautiful bell tower peeking up from the Lake Reschensee's water is considered one of the most loved places to take pictures in Vischgau. The bell tower can be reached on foot once the water freezes in winter.
Once, there was the thriving village of Graun. But, the entire village along with 163 homes and the 14th century church had to be sacrificed to make way for a new dam for electricity production in the middle of the last century. The steeple of the submerged bell tower is the only visible building of the village that went underwater.
Lake Reschensee is famous for the steeple of a submerged 14th-century church in the middle of the lake. The beautiful bell tower peeking up from the Lake Reschensee's water is considered one of the most loved places to take pictures in Vischgau. The bell tower can be reached on foot once the water freezes in winter.
Once, there was the thriving village of Graun. But, the entire village along with 163 homes and the 14th century church had to be sacrificed to make way for a new dam for electricity production in the middle of the last century. The steeple of the submerged bell tower is the only visible building of the village that went underwater.
The Cinque Terre is a rugged portion of coast comprising of five small villages on the Italian Riviera. It is in the Liguria region of the province of La Spezia in Italy. The Cinque Terre is famous for the amazing terraces on the rugged, steep landscape right up to the cliffs that overlook the sea. People of the villages have carefully built these terraces over the centuries. The Cinque Terre is a very popular tourist destination in Italy and is part of the Cinque Terre National Park.
The villages that compose the Cinque Terre are: Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore. The villages have long been isolated from the rest of the world and the characteristic Ligurian culture has been conserved in the area. The Cinque Terre is surrounded by a chain of mountains. This has made the landscape a unique one, different from the rest of the coast.
The Cinque Terre is characterized by the presence of typical steep slopes cultivated with vines thanks to terraces. It is an amazing place with the suggestive kind of coast falling sheer to the sea, with cliffs which are often vertical, alternated with small creeks and enchanting beaches among rocks. All these things make the Cinque Terre a natural work of art.
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The villages that compose the Cinque Terre are: Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore. The villages have long been isolated from the rest of the world and the characteristic Ligurian culture has been conserved in the area. The Cinque Terre is surrounded by a chain of mountains. This has made the landscape a unique one, different from the rest of the coast.
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The Cinque Terre is characterized by the presence of typical steep slopes cultivated with vines thanks to terraces. It is an amazing place with the suggestive kind of coast falling sheer to the sea, with cliffs which are often vertical, alternated with small creeks and enchanting beaches among rocks. All these things make the Cinque Terre a natural work of art.
The Aeolian Islands are a collection of small islands that are one of Italy’s most notable areas of extraordinary natural beauty. Collectively, the islands exhibit a unique range of volcanic characteristics and date back to thousands of years. The present shape of the Aeolian Islands is the result of volcanic activity over a period of 260,000 years. The Aeolian Islands are a popular tourist destination in the summer, and attract up to 200,000 visitors annually.
The largest island in the Aeolian Islands is Lipari. The other islands in the group include Vulcano, Salina, Stromboli, Filicudi, Alicudi, Panarea and Basiluzzo. The Aeolian Islands are part of a huge 200 kilometer long volcanic ridge and lie between the smoking stack of Mt Etna and the threatening mass of Vesuvius above Naples.
What attracts people each summer to the Aeolian Islands is more than just the fact they are beautiful, but that they hold a very admirable rustic charm, taking anyone who visits back to a way of life that is centuries old. The Aeolian Islands were included into the list of World Heritage Site in 2000.
Lipari is the largest of the Aeolian Islands in Italy and is one of the most popular tourist spots. Lipari is known for some of its beautiful beaches. Canneto, Papesca, Acquacalda and Porticello are some of the best beaches in the island. Along the north coast of Lipari, one may be able to catch a glimpse of pumice and obsidian cave. The best time to visit Lipari can be during May and September as there is less rainfall around this time and the temperature is around 27 degrees Celsius.
The largest island in the Aeolian Islands is Lipari. The other islands in the group include Vulcano, Salina, Stromboli, Filicudi, Alicudi, Panarea and Basiluzzo. The Aeolian Islands are part of a huge 200 kilometer long volcanic ridge and lie between the smoking stack of Mt Etna and the threatening mass of Vesuvius above Naples.
What attracts people each summer to the Aeolian Islands is more than just the fact they are beautiful, but that they hold a very admirable rustic charm, taking anyone who visits back to a way of life that is centuries old. The Aeolian Islands were included into the list of World Heritage Site in 2000.
Lipari is the largest of the Aeolian Islands in Italy and is one of the most popular tourist spots. Lipari is known for some of its beautiful beaches. Canneto, Papesca, Acquacalda and Porticello are some of the best beaches in the island. Along the north coast of Lipari, one may be able to catch a glimpse of pumice and obsidian cave. The best time to visit Lipari can be during May and September as there is less rainfall around this time and the temperature is around 27 degrees Celsius.
Situated in the middle of Rome is the smallest official country in
the world, Vatican City. It is a city-state and has an area of just 0.44 square kilometers, and a population of just over 800. Vatican is thus recognized as the smallest sovereign state in the world by both area and population. It was established as an independent state in 1929.
Vatican City is not only the center of the Catholic religion but also a great place to visit. It might be a tiny city but it houses the world's largest Catholic church St. Peter's Basilica. There you have one of the best collections of artistic masterpieces in the world. The Sistine Chapel, Michelangelo's Pieta, the Laocoon Group, etc. have a great amount of famous artwork that is on display within them.
More than half of the Vatican City is occupied by Vatican Gardens. The gardens were established during the Renaissance and Baroque era and are decorated with beautiful fountains and sculptures.
Vatican City is not only the center of the Catholic religion but also a great place to visit. It might be a tiny city but it houses the world's largest Catholic church St. Peter's Basilica. There you have one of the best collections of artistic masterpieces in the world. The Sistine Chapel, Michelangelo's Pieta, the Laocoon Group, etc. have a great amount of famous artwork that is on display within them.
More than half of the Vatican City is occupied by Vatican Gardens. The gardens were established during the Renaissance and Baroque era and are decorated with beautiful fountains and sculptures.
The city of Rome needs no introductions. It is a a fascinating city bringing visions of mystery, romance, and history. Rome is referred to as "The Eternal City", a notion expressed by ancient Roman poets and writers. It is a city with sheer amount of wonderful architecture.
Rome can be an overwhelming destination as there is simply so much to see and do there. It is home to The Vatican, The Mausoleum, The Colosseum, The Pantheon, Trevi Fountain and the Piazza della Repubblica. It has as well as collections of work by the world’s most famous painters and sculptures.
Rome is literally incomparable to any other city on the planet. With such a surplus of stunning architecture, it can be impossible to choose a definitive place to start from. Rome is beautiful everywhere. No matter where you look, you will hear or read about the unique and interesting happenings of Rome. It has been an important part of the history of the world spanning an existence of 2500 years.
Rome is an important city in today’s world. Italy's capital city is regarded as one of the most beautiful cities in the world. It is also one of the most important cities of Europe. A visit to Rome will allow you to discover the many different historical layers which have built this beautiful city through the centuries, from the remains of the Roman empire, through the Medieval, Renaissance periods up to the modern day architecture that dots the city throughout.
Rome can be an overwhelming destination as there is simply so much to see and do there. It is home to The Vatican, The Mausoleum, The Colosseum, The Pantheon, Trevi Fountain and the Piazza della Repubblica. It has as well as collections of work by the world’s most famous painters and sculptures.
Rome is literally incomparable to any other city on the planet. With such a surplus of stunning architecture, it can be impossible to choose a definitive place to start from. Rome is beautiful everywhere. No matter where you look, you will hear or read about the unique and interesting happenings of Rome. It has been an important part of the history of the world spanning an existence of 2500 years.
Rome is an important city in today’s world. Italy's capital city is regarded as one of the most beautiful cities in the world. It is also one of the most important cities of Europe. A visit to Rome will allow you to discover the many different historical layers which have built this beautiful city through the centuries, from the remains of the Roman empire, through the Medieval, Renaissance periods up to the modern day architecture that dots the city throughout.
The Alps are one of the great mountain range systems in the world. They are located in south-central Europe, to the
immediate north of the Mediterranean Sea. The Alps are one of the most beautiful mountain ranges in Europe.
The Alps stretch approximately 1,200 kilometers across eight European countries - from Austria and Slovenia in the east, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Germany, France to the west and Italy and Monaco to the south.
The Alps are considered to be one of the most beautiful mountain ranges anywhere in the world. They are divided into many different ranges throughout the 8 countries that they span. All the ranges offer opportunities to see the natural beauty of the great mountains.
The Alps contain many peaks higher than 4,000 meter. Among these Mont Blanc is the highest mountain at 4,807 meter. It is so naturally beautiful that it is nicknamed La Dame Blanche in French, literally translating to The White lady.
The Alps stretch approximately 1,200 kilometers across eight European countries - from Austria and Slovenia in the east, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Germany, France to the west and Italy and Monaco to the south.
The Alps are considered to be one of the most beautiful mountain ranges anywhere in the world. They are divided into many different ranges throughout the 8 countries that they span. All the ranges offer opportunities to see the natural beauty of the great mountains.
The Alps contain many peaks higher than 4,000 meter. Among these Mont Blanc is the highest mountain at 4,807 meter. It is so naturally beautiful that it is nicknamed La Dame Blanche in French, literally translating to The White lady.
Venice is unanimously regarded as the most beautiful city in Italy. It is also among the most beautiful cities in the world. Venice is the only city in the world that can truly be described as unique. Its magical scenery is fascinating and breathtaking at first sight. Venice evokes the feelings of entering the setting of a real-life fairy tale to the visitors. It is a place unlike any other places in the world.
The city in northeastern Italy is sited on a group of 118 small islands. Founded in the 5th century, Venice became a major maritime power in the 10th century. The small islands are separated by canals and linked by bridges. The canals and bridges have made Venice a unique city in the world. It seems to float on the waters of the lagoon.
Venice is a unique artistic achievement. Each building is a work of art, with their beauty enhanced when reflected on the canals that cross the city. The city of Venice is known primarily known for its canals, which provide both romantic and commuter travel within the city. The whole city is an extraordinary architectural masterpiece. It has the outstanding character of an urban setting which had to adapt to the special requirements of the site.
In Venice, each building is a work of art. Even the smallest building in the city contains works by some of the world's greatest artists such as Giorgione, Titian, Tintoretto, Veronese and others. There are, however, many other reasons why a visit to Venice is a must. There are some amazing feats of architecture such as Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo and Piazza San Marco.
The city in northeastern Italy is sited on a group of 118 small islands. Founded in the 5th century, Venice became a major maritime power in the 10th century. The small islands are separated by canals and linked by bridges. The canals and bridges have made Venice a unique city in the world. It seems to float on the waters of the lagoon.
Venice is a unique artistic achievement. Each building is a work of art, with their beauty enhanced when reflected on the canals that cross the city. The city of Venice is known primarily known for its canals, which provide both romantic and commuter travel within the city. The whole city is an extraordinary architectural masterpiece. It has the outstanding character of an urban setting which had to adapt to the special requirements of the site.
In Venice, each building is a work of art. Even the smallest building in the city contains works by some of the world's greatest artists such as Giorgione, Titian, Tintoretto, Veronese and others. There are, however, many other reasons why a visit to Venice is a must. There are some amazing feats of architecture such as Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo and Piazza San Marco.
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