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Shopping In Milan
Shopping In Milan The city of Milan is a magnet for tourists that are into fashion and designer labels. Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II Milan (the world’s oldest shopping mall). It was built from 1865-1877, and named after Vittorio Emanuele II, the first king of united Italy. It is situate...
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Piazza della Scala Milan
Piazza della Scala Milan Central square of Milan Piazza della Scala Milan is situated between La Scala Opera House and the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II Milan. The Galleria is one of the world's oldest shopping malls. La Scala Opera House is one of the world´s best known opera and ball...
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Amalfi Cathedral
Taken from ja:画像:Duomo di amalfi.JPG Picture GFDLed by JA uploader. Amalfi Cathedral Duomo di Sant'Andrea Apostolo Amalfi Cathedral is a beautiful church that is located in the heart of Amalfi. You can visit Amalfi Cathedral for free, however you have to pay an entry fee (3 euros) ...
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Salad Me Cafe Milan
Salad Me Cafe Milan Great salads, wholesome foods and always fresh. Salad Me Cafe Milan is a fashionable cafe with a modern design, filled with stylish furniture. It's a great place for those who want to eat well and healthy, as there are always fresh products. They offer a wide variety ...
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Nightlife in Venice
Nightlife in Venice Venice Jazz Club Venice Jazz Club has a small, comfortable setting with a terrific group of local musicians who perform there regularly. The host (owner/pianist) is really friendly. He does an excellent job entertaining and promoting a great atmosphere. It is a great p...
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Museum of Palazzo Davanzati Florence
Museum of Palazzo Davanzati Museum of Palazzo Davanzati is a beautiful preserved palace that gives you a real flavor of a late 14th century home. This palace was originally built for the Davizzi family, a rich and powerful merchant family from the 14th Century. Later on the Museum of Palazzo Dava...
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Shopping In Venice
Shopping In Venice Rialto Market A daily market, with Venetian specialties. A lively place, with many locals and tourists. They have a slew of little stands selling everything. From clothes, to Venetian masks, artwork, and key chains. They also sell fresh fruit, veggies and seafood. Prod...
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Church of Orsanmichele Florence Italy
Church of Orsanmichele Church of Orsanmichele is a ten-minute walk from most attractions in Florence. (Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza Repubblica, and Piazza della Signoria) Church of Orsanmichele itself was once a grain market. However it burnt down in 1304. A painting by Bernando Daddi survived...
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Pharmacy of Santa Maria Novella Florence Italy
Pharmacy of Santa Maria Novella Pharmacy of Santa Maria Novella is one of the oldest pharmacies in the world. Dominican friars founded in 1612. Here the monks grew their own medicinal herbs and some of the formulas are still used today. Don’t miss their oldest perfume. It’s a special essence ...
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Historic Center of Florence
Historic Center of Florence Historic Center of Florence is an open museum. It is where the buildings, the streets and the piazzas all tell a story. Historic Center of Florence is the heart of the city. On any given day you will see many tourists from all over the world walking around soaking ...
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Opera at St Marks Anglican Church Florence Italy
Opera at St Marks Anglican Church Opera at St Marks Anglican Church was my first opera experience and I was hooked from the start. If you have never seen an opera this one is a very good first exposure. The show runs about hour and half with a short interval. The performances were remarkable and ...
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Phoenician Steps Capri
Phoenician Steps Capri (Scala Fenicia) Phoenician Steps Capri begins at Marina Grande (main port of the island) and ascends up to the cliff of Capodimonte of Anacapri. Up until 1877, the Phoenician Steps Capri was the only way people traveled from Marina Grande Capri to Anacapri. A...
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Shopping In Florence
Shopping In Florence Via dei Calzaiuoli Florence Italy Via dei Calzaiuoli is a cobble stoned pedestrian street. It connects the two main squares of Florence, Piazza della Signoria Florence and the Piazza del Duomo. It is lined with many designer stores like Chanel, Max Mara, and...
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Laurentian Library Florence Italy
The Laurentian Library is a short walk from the cathedral square. Giulio de' Medici authorized the construction of this great library to house the vast Medici collection of books. Michelangelo himself designed the Laurentian Library. The vestibule and the staircase is a sight to behold. The entr...
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Restaurants Near Gardens of Augustus
Restaurants Near Gardens of Augustus Capri Ristorante Pizzeria Aurora A seven minute walk from Gardens of Augustus. Located in the center of the town. The decor is very stylish and has a very cool atmosphere. Excellent food, beautifully presented and delicious. The service is...
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Santa Maria of Carmine Florence
Santa Maria of Carmine Florence Santa Maria of Carmine Church is in the area called Piazza del Carmine. It is south of River Arno over the Ponte Vecchio (bridge). Go right onto Borgo San Jacopo then straight down a few blocks on the left. Upon entering the side door at the Santa Maria del Carm...
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San Marco Museum Florence Italy
San Marco Museum San Marco Museum is attached to the Church of San Marco. It is a short walk away from the Duomo and around the corner from the Accademia Gallery. San Marco Museum is a place to visit if you love the work of Renaissance artist Fra Angelico. And if you don’t know who Fra Angel...
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Restaurants Near Sorrento Cathedral
Restaurants Near Sorrento Cathedral La Basilica Restaurant A five minute walk from Sorrento Cathedral. Charming restaurant situated down a little side street in the center of Sorrento. Food is fantastic, as is the atmosphere and attentive wait staff. They have inside and an outdoor cou...
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Church San Miniato al Monte Florence Italy
Church San Miniato al Monte Church San Miniato al Monte is situated on one of the highest points in Florence. The basilica stands atop Mons Fiorentinus (also known as San Miniato Hill). When standing at the front door of this church you will have gorgeous view overlooking the city. It is located ...
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Baptistery Florence Italy
Baptistery The Baptistery is the oldest religious monument in Florence. It is located in Piazza del Duomo. This octagonal building is truly beautiful inside and out. The architecture is lovely outside. The famed doors are incredible and the interior is absolutely stunning. Take a couple of min...
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Via dei Calzaiuoli Florence Italy
Via dei Calzaiuoli A pedestrian street, filled with so many terrific shops and beautiful palaces. The Via dei Calzaiuoli goes from the Duomo to Piazza della Signoria and is the shopping Mecca of Florence. You will find interesting historical buildings and many shops that are available. Via ...
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Restaurants Near The Doges Palace
Restaurants Near The Doges Palace Venice Rossopomodoro A three minute walk from The Doges Palace. Great modern restaurant with a terrific menu. It is pretty big, with a huge seating area upstairs and outside. In the back, there is a nice bar area with more tables. If you just want to grab...
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Stibbert Museum Florence Italy
Stibbert Museum The Stibbert Museum is located in Florence, Italy. It offers a view of the extraordinary collections of the founder Frederick Stibbert, a 19th century art collector. This huge collection spans from all over the word. Including English, Turkish, German, French, Chinese, Korean, and...
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Restaurants Near Uffizi Gallery
Restaurants Near Uffizi Gallery Florence Mangia Pizza Firenze A two minute walk from Uffizi Gallery. The pizzas are incredible. Super thin crust, with very generous toppings. They are baked in a brick oven with the freshest ingredients. They have different pizza options than u...
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Restaurants Near Milan Cathedral
Restaurants Near Milan Cathedral Luini Panzerotti A two minute walk from Milan Cathedral. It's fast food, Italian style. Panzerotto can be described as a miniature (pocket-sized) pizza. They are rather small, so you can try more than one. They are fresh, tasty and have plenty of variety. ...
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Piazza della Signoria Florence
Piazza della Signoria Piazza della Signoria is home to the Palazzo Vecchio. This L shaped square is practically mobbed with tourists waiting to get into the many attractions that surround this beautiful area. Piazza della Signoria remains one of the most important public hubs of the city. The ...
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Spiaggia Grande Beach Positano
Spiaggia Grande Beach Positano The view from Spiaggia Grande Beach Positano looking up at the town is really the highlight of the visit. Spiaggia Grande Grand Beach is a pebbled beach (like most European beaches). It is lined with many restaurants, cafes and hotels, and the views of Positan...
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