{"product_id":"9780764365911","title":"Secret Cities of Italy : 60 Charming Towns off the Beaten Path by Thomas Migge","description":"Travel tips, stories, and images spotlighting 60 undiscovered Italian cities, inspiring adventures that go far beyond Rome, Venice, and Florence.       Italy. The name sparks images of gondolas, the Trevi Fountain, and Michelangelo's David. Indeed, travelers who visit only?Venice, Rome, and Florence will find plenty to hold their attention-but they will also miss out on so much more of what Bella Italia has to offer . . .       Bursting with gorgeous photographs and abundant travel information, this book is a showcase of 60 of Italy's off-the-beaten-path towns and villages-some of which are only a short drive from the more popular tourist spots. Ranging in size and brimming with charm, these destinations feature historic town centers, quaint stores, villages atop rocky cliffs, castles, and streets bustling with restaurants.     This comprehensive tribute spotlights the wonders of Italy, from breathtaking art and ancient sites to opulent cathedrals and local marketplaces. Not to be overlooked are the stunning beaches, beautiful landscapes, outdoor adventures, and culinary delights found throughout the storied boot-shaped land.     A trip to Italy is already on the bucket list for many travelers, and this book is sure to inspire even more Italian adventures-whether real or daydreamed.       Spotlighting:    Northern Italy   Glurns - The Proud Town in the Mountains    Aosta - The Wild and Romantic Mountain Resort    Orta San Giulio - Hidden in the Mountains    Como - The Small Town by a Picturesque Lakeside    Bassano del Grappa - The High-Proof Delight    Aquileia - The Mighty Bishop's See    Brescia - The World Heritage Town in a Prime Location    Treviso - Mainland Venice in Miniature    Torcello - The Dreamy Island    Turin - The Cool Classic Town    Pavia - Spiritual Greatness and Simple Beauty    Mantua - The Favorite of the House of Gonzaga    Montagnana - The Walled-In Wonder    Parma - Something for the Eyes, Ears and the Palate   Ferrara - Emilia-Romagna for Romantics    Pomposa - The Hidden Abbey    Genoa - The By-Passed Metropolis    Bologna - The Great Unknown    Ravenna - The Imperial City    Triora - A Village Idyll in Liguria's Mountains       Central Italy   ? Orsigna - The Elective Home of Tiziano Terzani    La Verna - A Place for Holy Legends    Urbino - Treasure Trove in The Marches    Monteriggioni - The Round Miracle    Gubbio - Strolling through the Middle Ages    San Galgano - Mysterious Middle Ages    Giardino Spoerri - A Garden Full of Ideas    Spoleto - A Festival Makes History   Pitigliano - The Jerusalem of Italy    Orvieto - A First-Class Destination    Civita di Bagnoregio - A Village in a Top Location    Bomarzo - A Fantastical Spot in the Country    Tuscania - Lazio's Bright North    Tarquinia - A Cemetery with Adjacent Small Town    Caprarola - A Mannerist Manifesto    San Clemente -The National Monument    Rome Underground    Palestrina - Built Within a Temple    Ostia Antica - Pompeii Vibes    Ninfa - Visiting a Magic Garden     Southern Italy   Caserta - The Largest Castle in the World    Trani - Cathedral by the Sea    Naples - Italy's Most Fascinating City    Herculaneum - Pompeii in Miniature    Paestum - An Exquisite Doric Temple    Matera - A Cozy Cave System    Martina Franca - A Stylish Old Town    Lecce - The Bastion of Architecture    Otranto - Apulia's Magical South    Diamante - The Perfect Seaside Resort    Tharros - The Anchorage of Antiquity    Barumini - World Heritage Site in the Country   Stromboli - A Great Island Spectacle    Palermo - The Underestimated Town    Monreale - Dipped in Gold    Cefal? - A Charming Old Town by the Sea    Agrigent - A Classic of Antiquity by the Sea    Piazza Armerina - A Villa Causes a Sensation    Syracuse - From Poorhouse to the Precious City    Noto - Risen from the Ashes\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Hardback","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56294692389237,"sku":"9780764365911","price":31.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780764365911.jpg?v=1762765661","url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/products\/9780764365911","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}