10 unique Italian balconies
Italy has a beautiful view everywhere. Anyways, have you ever thought about a unique balcony or terrace view? It would be an amazing experience for you as tourist to immortalize that moment forever in some beautiful pictures.
As we already mentioned, there are tons of places you can visit all around Italy. However, our suggested terraces falls out only on ten.
Cingoli Town. A town located in Macerata, a province in the center of Marche region.
Its name: “Cingoli” derives from the latin word “cingulum”, which means “rocky.” It is a “terrace that sits out the side of a mountain.”
Cingoli’s panoramic position offers a great view of this territory.
Mascagni Terrace. Once in Livorno promenade, you will see many pretty venues.
However, you will whiteness one of the most panoramic places of Italy: Mascagni terrace.
Its name was given to honor the music composer Pietro Mascagni. A fine, shiny checkered floor, will take you to the breezy Livorno seafront.
IX Aprile Square. Sicily it’s an enchanting island, which it has stunning views practically everywhere.
However, we wanted to give you a heads up about Taormina town, which it’s placed in province of Messina. In Piazza IX aprile, you will see a mixture of gorgeous landscape: sea, Etna volcano, and Taormina theater altogether.
Pincio terrace. Roma it’s a hot touristic spot, so if you visit the Italian capital you should also be headed to the Pincian hill. It would be a good idea to stop by at dusk to glance at truly unique views of: St. Peter’s Dome, the Vittoriano and the principal monuments that make Rome the most beautiful city in the world.
Pincian Hill sits directly above Piazza del Popolo, at the end of Via del Corso. This is also the area of the famous shopping venues; such as: Via del Babuino and Via Condotti.
Saint George Bell Tower. Venezia can be felt also from the view of this tower. It is worth the visit because from the Saint George Maggiore tower, you will have the finest panoramic views of Venice in Italy including San Marco, the Doge’s Palace, and the Grand Canal.
To visit this venue, you have to take the ferry (line #2) and get off at the following stop.
Bertinoro Balcony. Of medieval origin, the citadel is rich in walls, towers and ancient houses. It has been defined as the balcony of Romagna.
According to a legend, Galla Placida the daughter of the Emperor Theodosius, used to take walks through these places. The lady tasted wine served in a humble cup, and said: “Wine, not so crude chalice you are worthy of, but of drinking you in gold.” It is said that Bertinoro town, takes its name from this legend.
Ravello Terrace. This enchanting villa is well known for its belvedere, Terrazza dell’Infinito (Terrace of Infinity), is lined by a series of marble Roman-style statue busts. The terrace is also known for breathtaking views, which overlooking the ocean of the Amalfi coast.
The villa Cimbrione belonged to several noble families whom passed its ownership over the centuries.
Montevecchia. Out the main Milano city, precisely in Brianza. When the weather is nice and air it’s clear it is possible to see Milano skyline from 40 km away. Whether you are in the neighborhood, Montevecchia is a romantic and suggestive place to visit
Pisa tower. Another hot spot for visitors. Pisa tower it’s 58 meters high and, in order to get to the top, you will need to climb 273 (threadbare) stairs. You will need to take many stops before you will reach the top. Once to the peak, the view will be paid off your efforts: overlooking the typical red roofs of this old Sea Republic, embracing in one glance the entire marvelous city and its surroundings.
Martina Franca. The town rises on the hill of San Martino, the highest in the Southern Murge hills. It is a town that sits on the lush Itria Valley, right in the center of Puglia, southern Italy. The town’s peculiarity was built in the Baroque style, and winding, narrow medieval alleys, which suddenly open onto the countryside, a landscape interspersed of white “trulli” constructions.
ANTONIA L. MOSCA