In fair Verona, where we lay our scene…
Ahh… Verona, the setting of Romeo and Juliet. It makes the place seem so romantic – unless you’re being forced to study it as a school student!
The architect’s stage in Vicenza
The Italian city of Vicenza is a tribute to the work of architect Andrea Palladio. His buildings all through the streets have influenced many since!
Padua Botanical Garden: The world’s first!
The Padua Botanic Garden may not be huge but it has a very important claim to fame – it was the first in the world.
The oldest hostel in the world?
Although it’s comfortable today with the necessary modern touches, this hostel in Austria has a long history and could be the oldest hostel in the world!