All of this is now less than an hour drive from Lisbon International airport along the new A8 motorway, linking the vibrant capital of Portugal with historic Oporto in the North. As there is also a proposed new international airport to be located at OTA, this little known region is opening its doors to the outside world. For decades the Algarve has been the only realistic location for overseas buyers to enjoy the unique hospitality of the Portuguese, on the famous Portuguese beaches but prices there have put it out of reach for most. Now we are pleased to invite you to experience the heart of Portugal – a secret we can all share.A region for lifeExploring the tranquil towns, villages and countryside of this beautiful region will confirm to you that here is a place that genuinely has the best of both worlds. Whilst offering a life of rural calm amidst the spectacular scenery, at the same time it is perfectly equipped with access to all the modern facilities of transport, healthcare, education and leisure that make life a pleasure for all generations. The Western Region enjoys entertainments and events throughout the year: concerts, art exhibitions, the Torres carnival – ‘the most Portuguese event in Portugal’, the Caldas da Rainha ceramics and fruit fairs, the Bombarral wine festival, Peniche’s Festas da Nuestra Senhora da Boa Viagem, the Montejunto popular festival (Cadaval), Alenquer’s Feira da Ascensao, festivals in Sobral, Monte Agraco and Arruda dos Vinhos, Feiras da Cebola e das Tasquinhas and hundreds more fairs, festivals and popular gatherings. The region has many hotels with superb facilities and innumerable restaurants, bars and lively venues which ensure that one’s first visit to the Western region is never the last. For golf enthusiasts the Western Region is the new destination in Portugal. Golf Courses at Praia d’el Rey (18 holes)and Rio Maior (18 holes) are complemented by 9-hole courses at Consolação and Porto Novo – Bom Sucesso and Perola da Lagoa 18-hole courses are actually already under construction and the brand new project of the 18-hole course of Foz do Arelho, which will be the hugest should begin within the year 2007. The natural abundance of the area is enhanced by beautiful fine-sanded beaches, where the sands shimmer like silver, at Santa Cruz, Porto Novo, Areia Branca, S. Bernardino, Consolação, Peniche, Baleal, Foz do Arelho and Salir do Porto. Local crafts can be found in Peniche, which is notable for its lace, and in Caldas da Rainha, which is one of the most important centres for ceramics in Portugal.
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Italy Travel and Tourism
October 21st, 2008 
Tushar Mathur Italy is officially known as the Italian Republic. It is situated in Southern Europe, on the Italian peninsula. Italy also includes the two largest islands in the Mediterranean Sea, Sicily and Sardinia. Italy shares its boundaries with France, Switzerland, Austria and Slovenia. Italy is a beautiful country and the birthplace of many European cultures like Etruscan and the Romans.
Rome is the capital city of Italy. Rome is known all around the world of its great architecture, excellent universities and well known painters. Thousands of tourists visit Italy all around the world. People are keen to known about its rich cultural heritage. Italy has breathtaking landscapes, amazing monuments and attractive lifestyles. The people of Italy are very kind hearted and hospitable.
Italy is famous for its popes, poets, painters and political leaders. Italy is considered as one of the most romantic countries of the world. It has dazzling night life, rich historical background, traditional cultures, amazing sculptures and mouth watering cuisines.
Italy offers its visitors with many attractions. Italy is also known for its great and trendy fashion statement. Italy is the hub of hundreds of budding fashion designers. You can enjoy your vacation in Italy by staying in medieval villages and skiing on the gigantic Alps. One can also indulge in exploring the canals of Venice and watching the most artistically beautiful churches.
Italy is at its best during the spring and autumn seasons. The scenery is enthralling, the weather is delightful and the crowd is comparatively less as compared to all the other seasons. Italy has attractions like Roman ruins and renaissance palaces. Italy has deep Roman Catholic roots. You can enjoy the various art exhibitions in any of Italy’s beautiful museums.
Venice, Verona, Milan, Florence, Siena, Pisa and Rome are some of the most stunning cities of Italy. The province of Verona is very fascinating. People can also enjoy the world class wines which are made of Nebbiolo grape in Piemonte. Turin is the city which has many attractions for its tourists like museums, modern art, and great music and book fairs.
Some of the main Tourist attractions of Italy are St.Peter’s dome, Sistine Chapel, world renowned Colosseum, Trevi fountain, Spanish steps, St.Mark’s Basilica, Grand Canal, Pantheon, Vatican Museum and Mount Vesuvius.
Each city of Italy has its own special features.
