Sign up for CNN’s Unlocking Italy newsletter for travel tips, recipes, and insights into Italian culture. This eight-part guide will have you ready to pack your bags in no time. If you’ve been hesitant to visit Italy due to peak season crowds or high prices in popular tourist spots, fear not. Italy has so much more to offer beyond the typical travel itineraries.
Explore hidden gems like Lake Posta Fibreno in Lazio, where you can immerse yourself in a magical setting surrounded by fields of sheep and a dreamy lake dotted with water lilies. Or venture to San Candido in Trentino-Alto Adige/Süd Tirol, an Alpine village with a mix of Italian and Austrian influences that feels like a step back in time.
Discover the medieval village of Calcata in Lazio, perched precariously on cliffs overlooking a pristine river where pagan tribes once conducted rituals. Or hike Mount Circeo in Lazio for breathtaking views and outdoor activities in a protected natural reserve.
Visit Pentedattilo in Calabria, a fascinating ghost town with a revival led by local youth groups and artisans. Explore Gravina in Puglia for a cityscape of cave homes and rock churches, or relax in the serene village of Tenno in Trentino-Alto Adige/Süd Tirol with its overhanging castle and stunning views of Lake Garda.
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