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A stay in the cradle of humanity Italy is proud to have a rich historical heritage, which is difficult to match around the world, intoxicating enthusiasts of history around the world to each of their stays. Rome, the capital of the ancient world, but also the jewel of the Christian world houses treasures between 2,500 years of history between its walls. The Pantheon, the Colosseum, but also the Sistine Chapel, the work of Michelangelo are as many monuments that you can visit during your visit to the Italian capital. Like the other visitors before you, throw a room in the Trevi fountain and make the wish to come back, before leaving Rome. The ruins of Pompeii, an ancient Roman city, is also worth the de Tour if only to admire the frescoes of Villa Dei Misteri. Venice, the temple of romanticism, is the ideal destination for a romantic getaway. Between a gondola promenade through the city's canals and a walk along the legendary sigh bridge they will not have time to get bored. Take advantage of the moment you spend in Venice to go to Saint-Marc square, the city's nerve center where residents converge throughout the day. Take the opportunity to visit the Saint-Marc basilica, a religious building that stands out for its domes decorated with mosaics of gold color. If you are passionate about art, Florence, the city that has the highest concentration of works of art listed as a UNESCO World Heritage is one of the essentials. The Duomo with the Red Tiles of Brunelleschi, the David de Michel-Ange, the birth of Venus are all works of art that you can admire during your stay in Florence. While other cities like Milan have been destroyed and rebuilt on several occasions, the historic center of Florence remains unchanged. With its stone towers and its gardens with the aisles bordered by cypress, which date from the 1500s, the city seems to be frozen in time. The Amalfi coast is ideal for making the most of the joys of the sea. Between Sorrento and Positano, in the heart of flowery cliffs, are taking shape with picturesque beaches, with wild beauty. The shores of Lake Como are also perfect, if you are looking for a peaceful corner to quietly enjoy the pleasures of water. To enjoy a little freshness, take a ride between the alleys of rhododendrons, azaleas and camellias of the gardens of Villa Carlotta or Villa Balbianello. When to go to Italy? Italy only reveals its charms during sunny days. To further appreciate the beauty of this destination, the ideal would be to plan your trip in spring, that is to say from April to June. If you want to avoid the rush of vacationers, program your stay during the intermediate season which extends from September to October. During this period, the campaign is green and the temperatures pleasant. If you plan to ski in dolomites and Alps, the best period to make your trip is between the end of December and March.