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| Winter may be the best time to Visit Italy
By Cameo Garrett Looking for a diversion from the gloomy January weather, then catch a flight to beautiful Italy and be amazed at the wondrous sights and history of this ancient land. When it comes to seeing Italy at its atmospheric best, there is no better time to visit than winter. All the summer crowds have disappeared, making the cities blissfully peaceful and giving you more time to soak up the true culture of the places you visit. In winter, Italy has a totally different mood that seems to suit its magnificent architecture, embracing it with different-colored hues. You can sit and enjoy a rich Italian coffee in a cozy café while you watch children happily play in their overcoats and mittens as they chatter away in Italian. Perhaps best of all, prices are substantially lower than during the peak summer season. And, you'll spend less time waiting in queues and more time discovering the works of brilliant artists such as Leonardo DaVinci and Michelangelo in Italy's unique museums and art galleries. In Venice, you can feed the pigeons in St. Mark's Square, gaze at the magical Bridge of Sighs, and get lost in its twisting streets full of hidden treasures. And, of course, there's the romantic gondola ride - a must-do for any visitor. In Rome, marvel at the ceilings in the Sistine Chapel and visit the incredible Coliseum and Roman Forum. Explore Renaissance Florence and shop for leather in its many specialty stores. In Pisa, see the leaning Tower, and in Verona, visit the famous balcony from Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport has 14 direct flights to Italy each week. AAA Auto Club South contributed to this column. © 2005 Hartsfield-Jackson News. A Publication from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. All rights reserved. |
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