In addition to discovering the cultural treasures of Italy, which often occupies the central place of a trip in the transalpine peninsula, there are many tourist leisure opportunities. And nature lovers can enjoy 10% of the protected area, between natural, national or regional parks. In short, nothing beats a hike in Italy!
In the north of the country near Genoa, the Cinque Terre, precious showcases of nature, art and history, seduce the whole world with their timeless charm. From the village of Vernazza and its pirate legends to that of Monterosso sung by Montale in his poems, not forgetting the landscape of Riomaggiore celebrated by painters, that of Manarola and its colourful houses or of Lerici, the secrets of this region are revealed through a network of paths of more than 100 km. Hikes that will delight both experienced walkers and quiet walkers. Traced between land and sea, these beautiful routes meander between vineyards and scrubland.
Still in the north of the country, you can also enjoy some unusual sea kayaking trips in the Venice lagoon and in the five arms of the Po delta or go on an assault on Milan and the Italian lakes. Milan is a privileged starting point for Lombardy and its varied nature. The green Brianza, the Adda region, whose past is rich in historical events, and the Ticino region, where one of the most beautiful parks in the region is located, or the lake region, are all reference walks.
On the southern side of the country, Naples and the Amalfi coast happily combine nature, art, culture, gastronomy and archaeological treasures. It is here that the ancient and forever frozen cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, the remains of Paestum, the charms of Capri, Ischia and Procida stand out... The Campania region also offers many possibilities with some of the most spectacular national parks in the country. Just mention the famous Vesuvius and its surroundings.... Another national park in Campania is the Cilento and Val di Diano National Park, which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1998
On the Adriatic coast, towards Puglia, nature and the coast also enhance the landscape and enrich the table. The sea gently licks the Roman ruins and the typical small fishing villages. And the interior of the land does not fail to impress the visitor. National parks, medieval villages of the Apulian plain, basilicata villages clinging to the rock, Byzantine sites lost in the Calabrian mountains... All you need for unforgettable walks.
Finally, you can also travel to Sicily to discover volcanism. Some generic terms come from Sicily, especially Stromboli, in the Aeolian Islands. Strombolian eruptions consist of a sound and explosive eruption like a spray of fire. Leaving in the late afternoon to see the erupting Stromboli crater at night is a unique adventure. Vulcanic-type eruptions such as.... In Sicily, there is also Etna, one of the most active volcanoes in the world, which offers a multitude of activities. Sicily has more than one tour to charm you from palaces to historic monuments, from villages perched on wild beaches to seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites
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