Italy, rich in history and art and architecture, is the ideal educational tour destination for you!
HISTORY
ROME
Visit the Colosseum and the Roman Forum, two of Ancient Rome’s most well-known monuments. The Forum, once the heart of a vast empire, was filled with extravagant buildings and people from all over the known world. Don’t miss the Temple of Caesar, located in the Roman Forum and where Julius Caesar was cremated over two thousand years ago.
ART
From Michelangelo’s Roman to David frescoes in Florence to the Accademia, to the statues dotting the rooftops of the Vatican and of course, the famous Sistine Chapel ceiling, Italian art is sure to impress.
ARCHITECTURE
While not as gigantic as the buildings of Paris or as picturesque as London, the Italian architecture still does not disappoint. There’s the Colosseum and Forum in Rome, the Vatican itself, the Ponte Vecchio in Florence, and dozens of bridges and basilicas everywhere you look. The Spanish Steps are a popular gathering spot, with great views of Rome. Located just north of downtown Pisa, explore Campo dei Miracoli and its remarkable trio of Moorish-style religious buildings. The most famous of these three is the Leaning Tower, which now leans nearly 13 feet from its vertical axis. Set off the tracks, Tuscan villas and farmhouses, built of brick and stone with stone, are just one of Italy’s many architectural treasures.
FOOD
Whether you’re visiting in Rome or to Venice, Florence or beyond (the Emilia-Romagna region in northern Italy, for example), authentic Italian cuisine is second to none. After all, that’s what Italy is known for! Margherita pizza is the quintessential Italian dish. This disposable, ultra-thin crust pizza (the top part is what Americans call a “regular” or “cheese” pizza) is available all over Italy. Expand your horizons and add other toppings or learn to pronounce ingredients in Italian. And for dessert, of course, ice cream. Enjoy your lunch!
EASY MOVEMENT
Rome was not built in a day, but it was built easily and conveniently. It is very difficult to get lost in Rome or Florence. Each town is small enough that the sights can be seen in an entire day or afternoon. Venice is a bit more complicated, with all of its streets, alleys, waterways, and bridges all identical.
History, art, food and more – it’s no surprise that visitors to Italy often want to return to Italy again and again. Therefore, don’t miss your chance to toss your coin into the Trevi Fountain which, according to legend, will guarantee you a refund.
