italy is the fifth most visited country in the world. why? because there is so much to see and do there! people visit italy to see its fantastic art and architecture,to explore ancient ruins and learn about their history,and of course to eat wonderful italian food!
visit rome.
seethe coliseum. this huge arena was built about 72c.e,and it's still standing! many people think it is the greatest work of roman architecture ever built. explore the coliseum and learn what the ancient romans used this enormous building for.
visit florence.
florence is known as the city of the renaissance and the art capital of italy. it was the home of michelangelo and leonardo da vinci. this is a wonderful city for exploring art museums and looking at beautiful architecture.
visit venice.
venice is one of the most beautiful and romantic cities in the world. A popular thing to do in this city is to eat a delicious italian dinner and then take a gondola,or boat,ride through the canals.
visit pompeii.
explore the ancient city of pompeii. walk through the ruins and experience history. discover what life was like for romans in 79 c.e. when the city was buried by the eruption of the volcano mount vesuvius.