A Short Guide to Italy
Italy is an interesting country, for starters the actual country looks like a leg which is kicking the small island of Sicily. Italians are known for their attitudes and styles particularly related to fashion. They are also known historically for having a gigantic empire, ensuring the country is littered with the architectural achievements from the Renaissance era.
Visitors come from all over the world to see the grandeur of this interesting country.
Italy has a history spanning three millennia. In recent times it is known as a Centre for fashion enthusiasts. However, it is equally as attractive for its quiet locations, from beautiful olive groves to charming little fishing towns.
Whether you are looking for extravagant luxury or an adventure holiday, you will not be disappointed when discovering what Italy has to offer. Explores the famous canals of Venice by gondola, visit the golden beaches of San Remo or pay a visit to to the rocky Alps where people from all over the world come to enjoy the wonderful skiing facilities.
You must have heard of Michelangelo, he was one of the greatest painters in history. Not to mention Leonardo da Vinci, Italy was their home. People come from all over the world to enjoy their work in the magnificent structures and statues which they have spent so much time on.
Italy is also the home of the Pope. The Vatican City is situated on the outskirts of Rome, home to the world-famous Sistine Chapel. The Italian people are fairly religious and hold regular festivals celebrating their religion, involving everybody from the youngest to the oldest, from every town and village up and down the country.
As far as safety is concerned here are some points to be aware of: there is a small risk of a terrorist attack in the country, officials have warned the people visiting this country to be vigilant and look out for anything suspicious. The targets up to now have been the Italian authorities, but care should be taken any how.
There is a significant threat from pickpockets in the larger city centres, particular care should be taken with personal belongings and should be kept securely out of sight. There are gangs working in the centres, a tactic employed by some is to distract you with groups of children whilst the thieves make off with what they can.
Finally, strikes by transport employees are not an uncommon occurrence and delays on public transport are a likely possibility.
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