Dominic Siano

Once the great center of the Florence Renaissance, Florence Italy is one of the world's most artistic & architecturally beautiful cities, with countless Florence museums and galleries packed with masterpieces, and with fabulous shopping and tremendous cuisine and restaurants.

Florence dates back to the Etruscan era, when Fiesole, an important center in Etruria, dominated the valley.

For the citizens of Italy, largely a Roman Catholic people, Easter - "Pasqua" - is a very special time of year. It is, by far, the most sacred of all Christian holidays and, for most Italians, truly a reason to rejoice.

Many of the individual towns in Italy have their own unique Easter celebrations on Easter Sunday and during the days of Holy Week, including Good Friday.

Regarded widely as one of the greatest wonders of the world, the Leaning Tower of Pisa is situated in the city of Pisa, Italy. Italy has an important place in the history of the world, and this monument adds more to the country's rich history. It was originally built as a marble campanile, or bell tower, for Pisa's cathedral, located in the 'Campo dei Miracoli'.

Visiting Italy will always be an unforgettable experience, but those heading to this amazing country for the first time should be sure to hit all the major highlights before returning home, armed with hundreds of pictures, souvenirs, and memories that will last a lifetime.

The best way to get a taste of Italy is to be sure to include the Big Three on your itinerary; Rome, Venice, and Florence.