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Areas of Rome

The Italian capital is made up of 22 central districts. Since areas of Rome have their own characteristics, visiting the capital will certainly be an exciting adventure for her guests.

Rome's are Trevi, Colonna, Monti, Parione, Ponte Campo Marzio, St. Eustaquio, Regola (district known Square of flowers), Kampiteli (stands the Palace of the Senate), Pigna, Ripa Sant'Angelo (District interesting area Matei fountain Turtles), Borgo, Trastevere, Ludovisi, Esquilino, Castro Pretorio, sallustiano, Testaccio, Celio, Prato (famous Castel Sant'Angelo), San Saba.
Description of the main attractions and areas

Monty: is the most visited tourist region - noteworthy Baths of Trajan and Titus, the Temple of Augustus, the Lateran Basilica, and Church of Santa Maria Maggiore.
Trevi: the area is suitable for walking in the area of ​​Trevi (located in the center of the fountain of the same name) and Piazza Barberini (this area is famous Triton fountain, and here it is worth to visit the Barberini Palace, famous for its National Gallery of Ancient Art).
Campo Marzio: interest for travelers are the street Via dei Condotti and Via Margutta, the Spanish Steps, old cafe Caffe Greco (Rumor has it that once liked to be here, Gogol), the church of Santa Maria del Popolo.
Parione: The area is famous Piazza Navona and Campo de 'Fiori (in the afternoon - the place market trade in the evening - a meeting in restaurants where ordering local cuisine) on which the statue of Giordano Bruno, the palace Pamphili, on the frescoes which worked well-known artists, church St. Agnes.
Trastevere: here it is recommended to visit the botanical garden, as well as in the churches of Santa Maria in Trastevere and Santa Cecilia in Trastevere. It is worth noting that the special atmosphere of the area acquires during the holidays, accompanied by parades, dances, songs and competitions.
San Saba area has a complex of the Baths of Caracalla, the Basilica of San Saba, Hippodrome Circus Massimo.
Celio: flock here by those who want to see the Arch of Constantine, the Colosseum, the Church of San Giovanni e Paolo and Santa Maria in Domnica gate of St. Sebastian.

Where to stay tourists

Despite the fact that Trastevere district has not a very cheap hotel, yet tourists should pay attention to it - this is where they will be able to experience the true Italian spirit.

No less attractive place for accommodation on holiday in Rome is the area Celio, but good if your selected hotel will be in the middle of the block, and not on the street with active movement.

For those interested in club scene it makes sense to find suitable accommodation in the area of ​​Testaccio. Well, the cheapest housing can be found in the area of ​​Termini - plus there are many hotels close to the sights, the only negative - crowded because of the proximity of the train station.

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Streets of Rome

Among European capitals, Rome stands out. There are many interesting places and attractions. The streets of Rome attract history buffs and fans of good shopping. The city has several shopping streets, known for its shopping.
Main Street

The most famous street of Rome is Vittorio Veneto. It was centered social life since the 18th century. The popularity of the street has increased in the mid-20th century. At this time there appeared shops, hotels and cafes. After 1980, the street lost its former glory. Today Vittorio Veneto is considered to be a very busy and crowded place. Taking a walk down the street, you can see ancient buildings. These include the church of Santa Maria della Konchentsione.

Is especially famous Via del Corso. This is a commercial and very picturesque Roman street. It is located in the central region and has historical value. The street is characterized by a straight alleys adjacent to the narrow streets. Corso resembles a straight arrow is the main thoroughfare of the city. In past years, the Via del Corso, considered the widest street of the city. Today, its width is about 10 m, and the length - 1.5 km. On the street are all kinds of shops, boutiques, department stores, cafes, hotels and restaurants. Near Corso is another popular Roman street Via Condotti, where the luxury boutiques of famous designers.

If you move away in the South-east of Piazza del Popolo, it is possible to admire the virtues of Via del Babuino. She goes to the Spanish Steps, up the hill.
Beautiful Roman street

Almost every highway Rome affects the original design. Among them are the most interesting streets. These include the Via dei Coronari, the length of which is only 500 meters. His designation it owes numerous benches that sells religious articles. This street is striking a magnificent entourage. It originated in the Middle Ages and retained its sights. Of these, noteworthy church of San Salvatore-in-Lauro, built in the 16th century.

The most elegant streets of Via Giulia rank, length of 1 km. It is surrounded by fountains, palaces and churches.

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Areas of Venice

Areas of Venice presented on a map of the city - there you will see six areas, has its own characteristics and important attractions.
The names and descriptions of historical districts

San Polo in the area is recommended to explore the church of San Rocco. And for those who want to find yourself on the right bank of the Grand Canal, you will need to pass the Rialto Bridge.
San Marco: its attractions - St. Mark's Square, St. Mark's Basilica, the Campanile, the Doge's Palace (to the upper floors, where visitors will Armory Museum, Hall of the Grand Council and other facilities, can be reached by "The Golden Stairs"), Palazzo Grassi and Dandolo. Tip: the square is always crowded, so if you want to see it without the crowds of tourists, come here in the early morning hours 5. As part of the area is the island of San Giorgio Maggiore - it is interesting for its cathedral, the bell tower which offers a panoramic view of Venice.
Santa Croce: despite the fact that the area is rarely visited by tourists, it is worth a look - here to visit the palaces Fondaco dei Turchi and Ca 'Pesaro (the Museum of Oriental Art).
Cannaregio: Tourist District remarkable Madonna dell'Orto and the Ghetto.
Castello: the east area is interesting parks and gardens (ideal for walking), and the west - the Cathedral of San Giovanni e Paolo and Church of San Zaccaria.
Dorsoduro: if you want you can reach the area of ​​San Marco, passing the Bridge Academy. Himself Dorsoduro area is attractive for walks in the areas of Santa Margherita and San Barnaba, as well as a visit to the Guggenheim Museum. In addition, the Dorsoduro is the island of Giudecca - there are located three churches and small houses with red roofs.

Where to stay tourists

Accommodation in a hotel in Venice could ruin travel during high season the 5-star hotel will cost at least 350 euros, a 3-star (near San Marco) - 250 euros, and being placed in the hotel, located at a distance from the center, they will be asked to pay for a room of 100-200 euros (1-2 stars hotel).

A good place to stay in Venice's Cannaregio district can be - it's quite relaxing place to stay at the hotel is relatively inexpensive, and close to restaurants known for excellent cuisine. If you are not averse to live in a hostel and save on accommodation, you have to find the meaning of the tool placement on the island of Giudecca (can be reached by vaporetto).

Each district of Venice is good for travelers, but it is better to avoid hotel accommodation, located not far from the bus station at Piazzale Roma (the rest can marred by a noisy environment).

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Areas of Florence

Areas of Florence reflected on the map of the capital of Tuscany, and they are grouped in the center or close to it, about those or other places of interest.
Name and description areas of Florence

The historic center of "shelter" in its territory of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore (inside is a museum that holds priceless paintings - "Mary Magdalene" and "Lamentation of Christ"; anyone can make a photo, standing on the dome of the cathedral), the palace Medichi- Riccardi (worth seeing Magi Chapel decorated with frescoes "Procession of the Magi to Bethlehem"), the Baptistery of St. John (visitors will be able to admire the ceiling Byzantine mosaics and priceless panels created on biblical subjects and adorning the portals of the Baptistery), the Accademia Gallery (guests will show a collection of Florentine painting 15 -16 centuries and Michelangelo), Palazzo Vecchio (worthy of interest because of the delightful interior decoration and adjacent fountain "Neptune"), the Museum of San Marco (in addition to the unique frescoes of Fame Museum collection of valuable books and ancient manuscripts).
San Lorenzo: in addition to the inspection of the main attractions of the area - the church of San Lorenzo (famous for the chapel where the sarcophagi of representatives of the Medici family), travelers will be interesting to walk through the Central Market located there with meat, fish, vegetables, grocers.
Oltrarno: it is recommended to inspect the Pitti Palace (decoration of its halls are the paintings of Raphael, Veronese, Perugino, Titian) and the Church of the Holy Spirit (a reflection of the Florentine Renaissance, is to visit the local museum, which is based on a collection (the Fund) Salvatore Romano), to visit the Gallery Palatine (20 rooms will be able to inspect at least 500 paintings) and the Gallery of Modern Art (here offered to admire the Italian painting of the 19th century), the Museum of silver (inspection subject to jewelry created by Venetian craftsmen) and the Boboli Gardens (feature fountains, grottoes, pergolas, examples of sculptural art, Coffee House, which serves aromatic coffee taste).
Santa Croce: of its interesting buildings stands out the church of Santa Croce (here the tombs of the great Florentines, including Galileo and Machiavelli) and the house of Giorgio Vasari (stored in the archives of the museum KozimoI letters, Michelangelo, Pius V).
Coverciano: In addition to local churches worth seeing Villa Poggio Gherardo (special interest arches and handmade finishing ceilings).

Where to stay tourists

Do you want to live close to restaurants where you can taste the real Tuscan cuisine? For accommodation, you can choose the area of ​​San Lorenzo. For stays of tourists can come walking distance from the Church of Santa Maria Novella (from expensive released Grand Hotel Baglioni "). Travelers should look for blocks around the Duomo - convenience stay here due to the proximity to shopping and iconic places of the city (here may like the hotel "Hotel Pierre").