The Vicro Emmanuel II monument is centred on the unification of Italy and is therefore considered one of Italy’s national symbols.
The monument occupies a site between the Piazza Venezia and the Capitoline Hill and it’s not far from the Roman Forum and the Colosseum.
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This breathtaking building is a reminder of the great architecture of the Roman Empire. When Michelangelo first saw the building he said that it looked like it had been built by angels, not humans.
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This walk will take you from the Piazza Navona, along the old street of Via dei Coronari, over the Ponte Sant’Angelo and past the Castel Sant’Angelo arriving in St Peter’s Square along the Via della Conciliazione.
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Trevi is Rome’s largest Baroque fountain and perhaps the most stunning you’ll ever see. The fountain stands a massive 85 feet tall and is almost 65 feet wide.
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Florence has good transport links, so it’s quite feasible to have a day trip there. However, you need to plan your day meticulously as there is lots to see in the city. With some planning, you can certainly have a day out to remember.
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The Duomo is an imposing sight in the heart of the historic centre of Florence. The building is a clear landmark and can be seen from miles around, standing above all the other medieval buildings. The distinctive terracotta-tiled dome is one of the most famous symbols of Florence.
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Ponte Vecchio which translates as “Old Bridge” in Italian is undoubtedly one of Florence’s most well-known landmarks. It definitely has its photograph taken more than any other bridge in the city. It is quite spectacular when seen from a distance and even more stunning when you walk over it!
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St Peter’s Basilica, located in Vatican City, is an important pilgrimage site. The centre of the Roman Catholic faith, it attracts visitors from all over the world. It is where the Pope presides over many liturgies all year round.
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This easy walk of about two and a half kilometres, starting at the Spanish Steps, is perfect for a morning, afternoon or evening walk. You could walk it in an hour or four hours depending on what you stop to look at.
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One of Italy’s must-see sights, the Leaning Tower took almost 200 years to build. When it was completed in 1372 it was already listing. Over the centuries the tilt has worsened almost to point of collapse. It was finally stopped by a major stabilisation project in the 1990s.
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