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Terme di Saturnia Spa ResortSpas and Spa Resorts in Central Italy, Italy Renowned as one of world’s very finest spa hotels, Terme di Saturnia is a classic piece of Tuscan architecture set amongst its finest countryside. Built around four mineral hot springs (which improve skin condition and circulation, hence bringing greater relaxation), the focus is bringing mind and body in harmony with the surroundings – peace and beauty. There are 3 buildings, hiking, a golf driving range, and art gallery, several pools and healthy restaurants, with emphasis on hydrotherapy, stress management, fitness, diet and beauty. Treatments include stone therapy, a selection of body-wraps, personal training, Shiatsu, lymph drainage, massage, and beauty treatments.
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Uffizi GalleryArt Collections in Florence, Italy Much of the Uffizi's collection was once owned by the Medici family, a member of which originally commissioned the building in 1560. The Uffizi houses a stunning collection of Renaissance and medieval painting and sculpture, including priceless works from other periods, and provides a wonderful overview of Italy's artistic heritage - the thousands of works of art encompass Greek and Roman sculptures, Renaissance and Baroque paintings, including iconic works such as Botticelli's Birth of Venus and Titian's Venus of Urbino.
However it is not, relatively speaking, a large museum, so gets incredibly crowded in high season. Queues can line up around the block and back. If you do find yourself here between May and September, it is imperative that you pre-book a ticket, preferably for first thing in the morning, and that you allow yourself plenty of time to get around, as you will be dodging tour groups. Also try to prepare, so you know what you are going to see.
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CapriIslands in Amalfi Coast, Italy Situated in the Bay of Naples, the legendary isle of Capri is only a short ride by hydrofoil from Sorrento. Capri has been famous among pleasure-seekers ever since Emperor Tiberius spent his last years here in a state of perpetual overindulgence; the ruins of his pleasure palace can be visited today. Capri's most popular tourist attraction, the fabled Blue Grotto, lives up to its reputation but usually very crowded with tour boats. A chairlift ride to the summit of Mount Solaro offers great views over the island and across the Bay of Naples; you can also peer straight down a sheer 2,000 foot limestone cliff to the sea. April is the prettiest time to visit, with flowers and fruit trees in full bloom. A boat cruise around the island takes in the spectacular scenery of tall cliffs and caves. There is a very pretty hike to Arco Naturale, a beautiful work of natural sculpture, and from there along the rugged coast. Capri is also justifiably famous for its cuisine.
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Tombs of AquileiaArchaeological Sites in Veneto-Dolomites, Italy The Roman colony of Aquileia was established in approximately 181 BC and was predominantly built to access trade routes to the east and the north. Later Aquileia became important to the adoption and spread of Christianity. No Roman constructions have survived above ground, but Aquileia's vast Basilica has been excavated to reveal the city's Roman history, however the majority of the area has yet to be excavated. Most of the information known about the city and the site comes from the excavation of several subterranean tombs. The National Archaeological Museum, one of the worlds most important Ancient Roman museums, is at Aquileia and contains over 2,000 inscriptions, statues and other antiquities.
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Conigli BeachBeaches in Italy Conigli Beach (Rabbit Beach) is one of the last places on Lampedusa to see hatching sea turtles (in September). Unfortunately increased tourism has driven them away (see www.seaturtles.org) - but they are now carefully monitored by conservationists, and you can even follow them online via satellite tracking. Still, this remains one of Italy's most gorgeous beaches - crystal clear water, white sand, and great snokelling and diving. Pity about the celebrities...
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