City: Lazio
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10 Nature & Parks in Lazio That You Shouldn't Miss
Lazio (UK: /ˈlætsioʊ/, US: /ˈlɑːtsioʊ/; Italian: [ˈlatsjo]; Latin: Latium) is one of the 20 administrative regions of Italy. Situated in the central peninsular section of the country, it has almost 5.9 million inhabitants – making it the second most populated region of Italy (after Lombardy and just a little ahead of Campania) – and its GDP of more than 170 billion euros per annum means that it has the nation's second largest regional economy. The capital of Lazio is Rome, which is also Italy's capital and the country's largest city.
Restaurants in Lazio
1. Redentore
2. Palmarola
3. Villa d'Este
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4.5 based on 6,482 reviews
Started by architect and historian, Pirro Liggori in 1549, for Cardinal Ippolito dEste, this famous villa estate is one of the finest examples of Renaissance residence and garden architecture and design.
Reviewed By 109gedask - Zarasai, Lithuania
It's perfect day trip from Rome.... 1 hour and you are in one of the most beautiful place in the World... Ticket cost 10 euros and its really worth it :)
4. Lago di Bracciano
5. Pontifical Villas of Castel Gandolfo
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4.5 based on 1,000 reviews
Reviewed By sharonhW264WM - Las Vegas, United States
Castel Gandolfo was declared property of the Holy See in the 13th century, but the castle was not built until the 17th century when other villas and cottages were being built in this area. It was renovated by Pope Pius XI in 1929 and has been used as the pope’s summer residence since them. During WWII 40 babies were born in the bedroom here, to mothers trying to escape the Nazis. Pope John Paul recovered from his injuries here when he was shot in 1980. The current Pope Francis declared that it should be open to the public since he preferred to stay in Rome and work. As we entered the gates of the Apostolic Palace, we passed the small fleet of Mercedes cars used by the Pope and the “Popemobile” with the bulletproof shell. Continuing, we made our way through display rooms showing the costumes of the Swiss Guards, the portable throne used to carry the pope in processions, and other items used by the pope. Next came galleries with portraits of all the popes, followed by a lovely cream, yellow, and gold waiting room where guests who had an audience with the pope were taken first. From there, we went through a series of waiting rooms (ante-rooms). A group of people might be granted an audience, but ultimately only one would actually see the pope. The others in the group would go as far as their “status/permission” allowed them and would wait in their assigned ante-room. The last ante-room was normally reserved for the wife of the man who had the audience. Finally came the magnificent throne room where the pope received the person granted an audience. Following that, all rooms were private. The general public was not allowed—only his private secretaries. A series of offices came next—some with elaborate desks and bookshelves and others with much simpler furniture. Then the pope’s bedroom, which was a bright and airy corner room with creamy yellow walls and mint-green drapes on four large windows. The furniture—a large bed, wardrobe, desk, and table with chairs—was made of beautifully carved wood and looked comfortable and lived-in. The bedroom opened onto a lovely little chapel with an altar and the pope’s own chair and kneeler. Following the chapel was a large gallery which led us back to the square outside. We really enjoyed being able to see this historic place. We have been to Italy on many previous occasions, but Castel Gandolfo was never open to the public before—and could be closed again, at the discretion of the pope. Don’t pass up the opportunity to see it if you can!
6. Grotte di Pastena
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4.5 based on 1,330 reviews
Mammoth caves composed of rocks dating back to the Mesozoic era, discovered in 1926 but not lighted for visitors until the 1980s.
Reviewed By 899pavg
Nice large and long stalactite cave, interesting visit with very sympatic guide David M. 27. 9. 2020. Thanks him!
7. Parco Villa Gregoriana
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4.5 based on 1,755 reviews
A poco più di mezz’ora da Roma, a Tivoli, Parco Villa Gregoriana racchiude un ingente patrimonio che declina natura, storia, archeologia e artificio che qui si fondono in modo così seducente da diventare meta obbligata del Grand Tour nell’800 e il soggetto principale delle rappresentazioni pittoriche di Tivoli. Nel 1832 papa Gregorio XVI promosse una grandiosa opera di ingegneria idraulica per contenere le continue esondazioni dell’Aniene, incanalando le sue acque in un doppio traforo scavato nel monte Catillo e ingrossandole poi artificialmente dando così vita ai 120 metri di salto della nuova Cascata Grande, seconda in Italia dopo le Marmore. Compiuta l’opera, il Papa creò il Parco che porta il suo nome e che per oltre un secolo fu meta di artisti, letterati e uomini di cultura che ne raccontarono al mondo la bellezza.
Reviewed By springlering - Marietta, United States
There are two entrances to this horseshoe shaped park. If you go in the entrance with the temple, you will go down the steep way and come up the shallower, easier steps. If you go in the yellow entrance you will go down the shallow way and have what may be a challenge to come up. Either way, wear appropriate shoes. The steps are tall and frequent on the steep side. We saw people wearing wedges and flip flops and knew they would be very unhappy once they got to the steep part. There are lots of fountains on both sides of the gorge to refill water bottles. Park is uncrowded, and has beautiful views in both directions, and a very interesting and tragic backstory explaining why the river disappears and reappears on maps. Wish I could have seen it before!
8. Parco Nazionale Del Circeo
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4.5 based on 401 reviews
9. Lago di Bolsena
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4.5 based on 1,287 reviews
Reviewed By natje119 - Wortegem-Petegem, Belgium
First visit to Bolsena and we enjoyed every minute of our one week stay! Nice beach on the lakeshore, food and beverages all around at very decent prices. Hotels right on the boardwalk. Weather was fantastic in July. Festivities all week through. We went sailing on the lake, made two trips nearby (orvieto and bagnoregio) and went to the weekly market in bolsena. All great experiences and fun. Would recommend to anyone with kids, small and teens.
10. Ponza Island
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4.5 based on 1,009 reviews
Lovely Island, easy to get to from the Italian mainland.
Reviewed By Robrooster
When planning our Italian holiday, a native Italian family friend recommended this place to visit. And it didn't disappoint. You need to catch a ferry from the mainland (in Formia or Anzio) to the Island and once you're there, everything is easily accessible by foot. There are plenty of bakeries, cafes, restaurants, shops and activities to keep you busy day and night, for all ages. A must do, and one of our best days there, is to hire a self drive boat and explore the Island, stopping at numerous locations along the way for a swim in some of the cleanest and clearest water I have seen. Simply superb. We used Asterix boat hire located along the main beach area who were well priced and have good advice on where the best spots were. Boat comes with a cooler and ice for your food and drinks. On your return, be sure to relax at one of the many bars along the water that offer apperitives and snacks while enjoying the beautiful sunset. A visit to this island will not disappoint.
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