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One of those rare places where time appears to have stood still. Renowned for charming lovers and inspiring artists, all visitors will appreciate its splendour.

Make your way along elegant promenades to find medieval churches, thermal spas and stunning gardens in the shadow of the Italian Alps. 

See the swans glide by under weeping willows and relax with a picnic in the park while taking in the pristine beauty of the source of the Clitunno River in Umbria.

Embrace Padova’s rich cultural past at one of Europe’s largest city squares, a historic spot filled with nearly 80 beautiful statues. 

Brimming with rustic charm, breathtaking views and pretty fishing villages, this elegant town is the jewel in the Italian crown.

Enjoy hot drinks in a café and admire the harmonious layout of the landmark Renaissance buildings that decorate this Old Square.

Stand in awe of giant tree ferns, meet iguanas and turtles and inspect plants that produce cotton and chewing gum in this see-through ball.

Discover themed gardens, artist pavilions, viewpoints and wildlife stations set around a natural amphitheater in the grounds of a medieval castle. 

Embrace Padova’s rich cultural past at one of Europe’s largest city squares, a historic spot filled with nearly 80 beautiful statues. 

Embrace Padova’s rich cultural past at one of Europe’s largest city squares, a historic spot filled with nearly 80 beautiful statues. 

Embrace Padova’s rich cultural past at one of Europe’s largest city squares, a historic spot filled with nearly 80 beautiful statues. 

Stand in awe of giant tree ferns, meet iguanas and turtles and inspect plants that produce cotton and chewing gum in this see-through ball.

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

Savor the stunning vista of the Upper Town and the Alps from the hills of this quaint park with thousands of plants.

Immerse yourself in the opulence of the Baroque church and lavish palace and learn about jazz in the museum on this expansive plaza.

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

Stand in awe of giant tree ferns, meet iguanas and turtles and inspect plants that produce cotton and chewing gum in this see-through ball.

Immerse yourself in the opulence of the Baroque church and lavish palace and learn about jazz in the museum on this expansive plaza.

Medieval sculptures and paintings from the region of Liguria grace the halls of an ecclesiastical complex containing Genoa’s last remaining Gothic church.

Savor the stunning vista of the Upper Town and the Alps from the hills of this quaint park with thousands of plants.

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

Enjoy hot drinks in a café and admire the harmonious layout of the landmark Renaissance buildings that decorate this Old Square.

Discover fascinating ancient ruins and historic churches. Lounge for days at a picturesque swimming cove in this small and sleepy coastal settlement.