Italy

The Colosseum used to be called the Flavian Amphitheater. The Colosseum was constructed between 72 and 80 A.D. and was the largest building of the era. It seated 50,000 spectators. While only a portion of the structure still survives, the Roman building still stands. Is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Rome. Has about 2 million visitors per year. Tour starts at: 10 am and 3 pm 3 hours long $ 69.96 adult $62.82 child price (4-14)
 * ATTRACTIONS **
 * Colosseum **

[] [|http://www.darkrome.com/skip_the_line_rome_colosseum_roman_forum_palatine_hill_ancient_rome_walking_tour.aspx?id=34&gclid=CNGji9nYmKwCFQRYhwodqUd6PA#reviews] Your guide will escort you through the Vatican Muesums. You will see some of the amazing art. Your guide will lead you through the 2000 rooms that stretch over almost nine miles, and share the stories and secrets contained within the Vatican's walls. $77.04 Maximum of 20 people per small group []
 * Vatican **

Take advantage of this unique opportunity! Horseback riding is a delightful way to explore the Tuscan countryside. They will take you to the Chianti Region, where famous wines are produced. Satisfy your appetite with a delicious Tuscan Meal and your palate with Chianti Wine. You’d get to experience the lovely landscape of Italy. They would ride horses with a guide and get a meal and wine. They would see a lot of breath taking views. 6 hours long Available daily at 10:00 $137.58 14 years old or older No riding experience required []
 * Horseback riding in the Tuscan countryside **

filled with costumed characters, entertainment, and food stalls make sure to book well in advance during carnevale Because the date of Easter changes yearly, so does the date for carnival festivals which can be anywhere from February 3 - March 9. You will need to make reservations up to a year ahead of time.
 * Carnevale in Venice Italy**

Note: Most places in Europe and around the world that hold will have the same dates. Carnevale, or Carnival, Dates •2010 - Carnevale date - February 16 •2011 - Carnevale date - March 8 •2012 - Carnevale date - February 21 •2013 - Carnevale date - February 12 •2014 - Carnevale date - March 4 •2015 - Carnevale date - February 17 •2016 - Carnevale date - February 9 •2017 - Carnevale date - February 28 •2018 - Carnevale date - February 13 •2019 - Carnevale date - March 5 •2020 - Carnevale date - February 25

The western region of Italy has mild seasons. Temperatures in the summertime usually stay within the 79-87 degree average. Winters are also milder than the northern region. Average lows in the winter are between 40-42 degrees. Southern Italy has wider rainfall averages in the winter months. Here you will find the sirocco, an African wind that is very hot, and blows over the Mediterranean Region throughout the summer months. One of the best times to visit Italy will be when the average temperatures are at a comfortable, which is during months March through November. These months are when the average temperatures are a little cooler but still pleasant. If you don't mind bringing a coat, you might also enjoy visiting Italy during January, February and December but average temperatures are cooler than normal. The warmest city in Italy is Palermo. The average temperature is 68 degrees for the year. The coldest city is Milan, has an average of 20 degrees for the year.
 * Climates, Rainfall, and Seasons**

The city with the most rainfall in Italy is Naples, which has on average 83.9 mm rainfall for the year. The city with the least amount of rainfall in a year is Cagliari, which has an average of 35.5 mm of rain a year.

//**Flying**// //If you fly out from Sacramento, Californi on a United Airlines flight, it will cost you $902, and will take you 20 hours 58 minutes to get there, and you will be 6,194.9 miles away from home.// //When flying out from Chicago with British Airways, you will pay $908. You will arrive in Italy in 22 hours 50 minutes, 3953 miles away from Chicago.// //Fort Meyers, Florida can fly you out on an Air Canada plane, only costing you $884, ot will take 21 hours 15 minutes to get there, and in 5215.01 miles, you will be in Italy!//

//**Lodging**// //When you arrive in Italy, you would want a nice place to stay. One of the options is Hotel el Jebel. It would cost around $237 - $899 a night. You can contact them at// //Salita Ciampoli 9, 98039 Taormina, Sicily, Italy. You could even call them at: 39 0942625494// //Another of the many options of hotels would be Hotel Villa Ducale, with amazing views and could cost you $139 - $1,399 a night.// //You can contact this hotel via Leonardo da Vinci 60, 98039 Taormina, Sicily, Italy. Or call them at: 39 0942 28153// //**Currency**// //In Italy they dont use the American dollar. They use the Euro.// //1 Euro= 1.42 US dollars//

//**Food**// Pasta Puttanesca

//2 medium garlic cloves chopped// //Crushed tomatoes. Rose uses Pomi, the large box// //See my Canned tomato page for more suggestions// //4oz Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced// //½ teaspoon of capers// //I added a ½ teaspoon of anchovies// //Salt and Pepper to taste// //¼ cup chopped parsley// //½ cup freshly grated Pecorino cheese// //Adds a fun Italian twist to this meal//

Bollito //INGREDIENTS (for 4 – 6 people):// //800g of Cappello del Prete that is meat of veal// //1 Carrot// //1 Celery// //2 Potatoes// //1 Onion// //Salt// //Delicious. Should be part of the shoulder or chest. Veal. Place meat in water while boiling.//

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