Italy has so much to offer in the way of historical attractions, picturesque landscapes, delicious cuisine and the opportunity to meet the most vibrant people in the world that a traveler would be doing himself a disservice by not including Abruzzo, Italy in his itinerary. One of Italy’s 20 regions, Abruzzo is located in the center of the Italian peninsula, bordered by the Adriatic Sea to the east and the Apennines to the west, the region is the most mountainous of Italian regions.
Italy is known for its wine fields and Abruzzo produces the best like red Montepulciano D’Abruzzo and white Trebbiano wines. Also, some the restaurants in this region offer the best traditional Italian cuisine that you will ever taste anywhere. Indulging in Italian culture will not only give you a sense of appreciation for this beautiful country but you will also have an unforgettable experience.
There are many good reasons why Abruzzo is known as “the most beautiful village in Italy” The reason for this is the historical heritage with numerous well preserved grand castles, towers, walkways that can make a traveler believe, even if it is for a single moment, that he is back in the middle ages. Even if you are not interested in history, the beauty of the structures in Abruzzo will take your breath away.
One takes a vacation to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and what better way than to take a walk in the great outdoors? Apart from being the most beautiful village in Italy, Abruzzo is also fondly referred to as “Green Region of Europe”. The only way to test this cliché is to take an afternoon walk through the mountain paths and gorges. In a perfect day, the countryside of Abruzzo glitters like a jewel in the sun and any person who has experienced the stunning Natural beauty leaves Italy with a mental note to come back as soon as possible.
Skiing helps participants enjoy the gorgeousness of snow-capped mountains while at the same time have a major adrenaline rush as you slide down the mountain at ungodly speeds. In this respect, Abruzzo is the perfect treat. It has all manner of ski runs and tracks all over meaning that a tourist will never have to repeat a single run; not while there are so many others to try out in such a short time. At certain times of the year, Abruzzo has more snow than the Alps making this place the ultimate ski holiday destination.
A visitor cannot enjoy all that Abruzzo has to offer without having a place to spend nights. Abruzzo has some of the best resorts in Europe, all of them capable of providing world class services like guided tours, skiing facilities, massage and gym facilities and everything else that you can expect to find in a world class hotel
In closing, Abruzzo is the ultimate holiday destination for a tourists, cosmopolites or world travelers. This region is a hidden gem that is bound to fill you with wonderment if you ever happen to visit it.
