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Verdant vineyards <strong>and</strong> olive tree groves, the fresh scent of lemons<br />

lingering in the air. Secluded coves on secret beaches. Hidden frescoes<br />

down forgotten alleyways, waiting to be discovered. Italy is a rich<br />

patchwork of sights <strong>and</strong> experiences. To inspire your w<strong>and</strong>erlust, here<br />

are some of our favourite spots.<br />

HE<br />

Venice<br />

The shimmering city of Venice resembles something from a fairytale.<br />

Criss-crossed by beautiful canals <strong>and</strong> studded with centuries-old<br />

monuments, alluring Venice is as culturally rich as it is photogenic.<br />

Take a gondola ride to sail serenely past elegant Venetian houses,<br />

spectacular domes <strong>and</strong> lively waterfront bars.<br />

See pages 202-215 for more.<br />

O<br />

ABRUZZI<br />

Ischia<br />

MOLISE<br />

CAMPANIA<br />

NAPLES<br />

Ravello<br />

Sorrento<br />

Capri<br />

Minori<br />

Maiori<br />

Amalfi<br />

Positano<br />

San Marco<br />

di Castellabate<br />

PUGLIA<br />

BARI<br />

Savelletri Di Fasano<br />

Alberobello Torre Canne<br />

Ostuni<br />

Matera<br />

BRINDISI<br />

BASILICATA<br />

Lecce<br />

Otranto<br />

Puglia<br />

The heel of Italy’s boot is a<br />

surprising <strong>and</strong> captivating<br />

destination. Picture miles of<br />

charming towns, interspersed<br />

with swaying olive trees <strong>and</strong><br />

enchanting ancient forests. In<br />

Lecce, ‘the Florence of the South’,<br />

prepare to be dazzled by the<br />

Baroque architecture with its<br />

gr<strong>and</strong> columns <strong>and</strong> gargoyles.<br />

See pages 120-131 for more.<br />

Palinuro<br />

CALABRIA<br />

LAMEZIA<br />

Tropea<br />

AEOLIAN ISLANDS<br />

PALERMO<br />

Cefalù<br />

Taormina<br />

Giardini Naxos<br />

SICILY<br />

CATANIA<br />

ento<br />

Syracuse<br />

COMISO<br />

Ragusa<br />

Sicily<br />

The formidable Mount Etna dominates this picturesque<br />

isl<strong>and</strong>, which has been influenced by Greeks, Arabs <strong>and</strong><br />

Romans over the millennia. There’s plenty more to do,<br />

from sampling full-bodied wine in sloping vineyards to<br />

enjoying la dolce vita on the idyllic beaches <strong>and</strong> coastline.<br />

See pages 66-87 for more.<br />

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