Where lives a fairy tale: the charming small towns of Italy
Ah, Italy, a beautiful country with divine cuisine, rich history and beautiful scenery. Here every tourist will find something for everyone: historic monuments and buildings, modern shopping malls and shopping in the best boutiques in the world, delicious pizza and coffee and, of course, azure waters, picturesque beaches and majestic mountains. We offer you to go on a virtual journey through the most charming small towns of Italy. So that's where the tales come to life?
1. Atrani. The town lies on the Amalfi coast and wears the laurels of the smallest in the South of Italy. By the way, the local picturesque streets "lit up" in advertising the Fiat 500.
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4. Castelsardo. This medieval town in which he lives just over 5000 people, is located in Sardinia and boasts colourful buildings overlooking the Mediterranean sea.
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7. Vogogna. This beautiful municipality with a population of less than 2,000 people surrounded by mountains and remote communities. The Visconti castle was built in 1344.
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10. Alberobello. The city is famous for its unusual structures, which are called Trulli. This quaint town located in the Puglia region. Some gijinka stone since ancient times, remained mysterious symbols.
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13. Neiva. This town with a population of just over 3,000 residents — the perfect place to watch some of the world's most beautiful sunsets.
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16. Monte Isola. This commune in Italy, covers an area of just 12.8 square kilometres and is the largest lake island in the country.
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19. Colletta di Castelbianco. This ancient village is entirely built of stone. It is believed that it was erected as a defence against the Saracens in the XIII century. Some of the local houses are red or blue doors which makes the town even more charm.
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22. Vernazza. This is one of the five towns of the Cinque Terre. Today it is home to about 1,200 people, and it is known as one of the most authentic fishing villages on the Italian Riviera.
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25. Otranto. Once this town was famous for its eponymous breed of horses. In this place, famous for its stunning views of the crystal blue water, home to about 6,000 people. One of the main local attractions Aragonese castle, built in 1485.
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28. Glorenza. This commune is located in the Northern part of Italy, and lived in it less than 1000 people. Fun fact: most of the population speaks German.
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31. Dozza. Dozza is known for its wall paintings of the festival, which takes place every two years. Artists from all over the world come here to leave their mark on the buildings.
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34. Polignano a Mare. This commune in southern Italy located on the Adriatic sea and boasts a popular beach. There is also a hotel called Grotta Palazzese — restaurant of this hotel carved into a cave, and his visit will leave in your heart unforgettable memories.
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37. Malcesine. The town is located on the Eastern shore of lake Garda, about 120 km from Venice. It is worth a visit for picturesque scenery and amazing views of the lake.
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40. Corinaldo. This town is notable for its well-preserved walls of the XIV century. In addition, it is known as the birthplace of St. Maria Goretti.
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43. Bosa. This magical little town is framed by the colorful buildings and palm trees, and lives in it about 8,000 people. A large part of the economy held by agriculture and fishing.
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