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Noto is a charming Sicilian city which showcases its golden baroque buildings and beautiful streets and its extensive cultural traditions throughout southeastern Sicily.
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Noto is one of the most beautiful cities in Sicily, located in the southeastern part of the island. The city which serves as the "Capital of Sicilian Baroque" displays its beautiful honey-colored buildings and its impressive churches and its architectural design which creates a unified look. The historic center of Noto is a UNESCO World Heritage Site which contains important sites including Noto Cathedral and Palazzo Ducezio and Corso Vittorio Emanuele. Noto provides visitors with architectural wonders and a Mediterranean way of life and festive celebrations and simple access to oceanfront areas and natural preservation spaces. Visitors can delight in walking through beautiful squares while they sample authentic Sicilian food and discover the natural beauty of the countryside. Noto serves as the perfect destination for visitors who want to experience historical sites and cultural heritage and genuine Italian culture.
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Italy is part of the Schengen Area, so travelers from Schengen countries can enter visa-free. Many other nationalities can visit visa-free for up to 90 days. Visitors who require a visa should apply for a Schengen tourist visa before travel.
Italy is part of the Schengen Area, so travelers from Schengen countries can enter visa-free. Many other nationalities can visit visa-free for up to 90 days. Visitors who require a visa should apply for a Schengen tourist visa before travel.
Italian culture has made a name for itself through its art, fashion, history, and above all, working on its life style. The cuisine is adored all over the world — every region has its own distinct palate like pizza in Naples, pasta in Rome, risotto in Milan, and gelato almost everywhere. Italians honour fresh products, family reunions, and great coffee, thus every meal becomes a cultural experience.
Absolutely, Italy is quite safe for tourists. However, petty theft, such as pickpocketing, may happen in heavily visited places, thus it is advisable to remain vigilant. Italians are sociable, and the majority of the touristy areas are secure and reception-oriented towards the guests.
Italy's membership in the Schengen Area means travelers from Schengen countries do not need a visa to enter. The same goes for many other nationalities who can visit without a visa for a maximum of 90 days. If a visitor needs a visa, he/she has to apply for a Schengen tourist visa prior to the trip.
The perfect moment for a trip to Italy is in spring (April-June) and autumn (September-October). The climate is nice and the most frequented places do not have that much crowd as in summer. Winter (November-February) is recommended either for southern Italy or for skiing in the Alps.
Italy is very rich in monuments known all over the world and cultural valuables. The major attractions are the Colosseum and Vatican City in Rome, the canals of Venice, the art and architecture of Florence, the Amalfi Coast, Cinque Terre, Milan's Duomo, and the Leaning Tower of Pisa. The tourists are also fond of wandering through Tuscany’s rural areas and enjoying the picturesque beauty of Lake Como.