Why Buy Property in Italy

Italy is a long boot-shaped peninsula located in the Mediterranean; the Tyrrhenian Sea surrounds the west of the Country, whist the Adriatic Surrounds the East Coast.

Italy is bordered by France, Switzerland, Austria and Slovenia all to the North. The capital of Italy is Rome; Rome is located on the west coast of the peninsula.

The climate in Italy is very different from one side of the country to the other, many areas of Italy have a traditional Mediterranean climate, where as higher up in the mountains colder climates can be found and activities such as skiing and snowboarding can be enjoyed.

Italy is most famous for its mix of history and culture in cities all around the country such as Rome, Milan, Florence, Venice and Naples. So many activities can be enjoyed in all these towns and cities such as site seeing, taking a gondola ride around Venice, trips to art galleries.

Italy is also famous for many well know artistic influences throughout the years such as, Michelangelo, Leonardo Da Vinci, Andrea Bocelli and Pavarotti.

Italy has been home to many European cultures such as the Renaissance movement that spread all across Europe. The Roman ruins for many centuries have been a major part of the culture of Italy, with people visiting to experience the sites from all over the World.

The cuisine in Italy has also been a major part of the culture for many centuries; it has evolved through many changes the country has been through over the years. Cheese and wine as well as coffee have become very popular around Italy. Pasta, olives, tomatos, garlic, olive oil, parmesan cheese and a mixture of herbs and saffron are favorite ingredients of many traditional recipes. Fresh fish are caught daily by local fishermen across Italy and so fish has become an important feature of any balanced diet. Many favorite dishes of many Italians include, Goulash with Gnocchi, Pizzoccheri and Pizza alla Napolentana.

It is very easy to get around Italy as transport links are very advanced in many areas, high speed trains are very popular for getting around the country. Whether traveling around small towns or visiting all the major city attractions it is a relatively cheap and fast method. There are approximately 133 airports in Italy, with around 27 major airports offering international flights to and from Italy.

Calabria is a region in Southern Italy located in the toe of the Italian Peninsula.

The landscape of Calabria is varied throughout the region; in the lower land farming is very popular, the land is also popular with vineyards and citrus fruit orchards. Olive and chestnut trees are also typically found in the area. In the higher hills and mountains beech, oak, pine and fir trees can be found in the numerous forests.

Most people visit Calabria for its amazing unspoilt white sandy beaches and views across the sea, as well as for the views of the mountain ranges, with just short drive inland visitors can enjoy the ski resort of Camigliatello Silano. A must see in Calabria is the straight between the mainland of Calabria and Sicily, known as Reggio Calabria is the largest and older city in Calabria and so has become a major attraction in the area with lots on offer including botanical gardens, art nouveau buildings and fabulous beaches.

Temperatures in Calabria can range from minus figures in the winter to soaring temperatures over 40 degrees in the summer months.