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douban scored 9.7 points on the fourth season of the drama "my genius girlfriend". i'm really looking forward to it! ! the story takes place in the small town of naples, italy, sonaples, ischia, florencethese are all important filming locations~

stills from "my brilliant girlfriend season 4"

while watching the drama, italy's unique sense of relaxation and beautiful scenery were also shown on the screen, which made me very interested in this country. this article will take you to unlock italy together!

photo @T. Selin Erkan

italy is the country with the most world heritage sites in the world. as of 2024, a total of 60 italian heritage sites have been selected. from cultural heritage to ancient architecture, from historical cities to natural beauty, everything about this country is fascinating.

photo@Ali Nuredini

from the ancient coliseum in rome to the water alleys of venice, from the renaissance art in florence to the pastoral scenery of tuscany, there are grasslands here that are not inferior to switzerland.especially in the north, the rolling mountains are a mecca for hiking enthusiasts.

photo @Michiel Ronde

if you want to ask about the best travel season in italy, the answer is that each season has its own scenery, and it is suitable for travel all year round ~

photo@Giulia Gasperini

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napoli

as the largest city in southern italy, naples is not as peaceful and leisurely as in the postcards, but instead hasmore lively and busy life.

photo@Dimitris Asproloupos

collection of the national archaeological museum of naplesa large number of ancient greek and roman periodsof art and cultural relics, among which the cultural relics unearthed in pompeii and herculaneum are the most famous.

if you like sculpture, there are at least five or six of the david scales heregiant sculpture。

photo@chefremonchoi

one of the world’s top ten ancient tombs with rare treasurespompeii, is also at the top of the european archaeological community. it seems too one-sided to describe it with just the word shocking.when you really stand on this land, you seem to be able to feel the footsteps of time and hear the whispers of history.

photo@pompeii_parco_archeologico

when it comes to the history of pompeii, it must be inseparable fromvesuvius, a volcanic eruption in 79 ad completely flooded the ancient city of pompeii. it's still here nowthe only active volcano on the european continent, you can climb to the top and overlook the bay of naples and nearby scenery.

photo@makethemalltripsofalifetime

located northwest of naplesischia island, which can be reached in one hour by boat, is a popular holiday destination in italy.this is the island where lila and lenon vacationed in "girlfriend".here lila meets nino again and begins to regain her heartbeat, desire to explore the world and acquire knowledge.

photo@mansuuttoni

there are many hot springs on the island, including wild commercial hot spring villages, which are worth experiencing. the giardini poseidon terme park is very large and has a total of 20 hot spring pools and swimming pools of various sizes. when you are tired of soaking, you can go find a lounge chair on the beach.sunbathing while listening to the sound of the waves is so relaxing.

photo @marso_me

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roma

rome has been a treasure trove of european art and architecture for more than two thousand years. the colosseum in ancient rome is definitely a must-visit location. it is a symbol of ancient rome and is known as"eight wonders of the world"one, standing on the steps, it seems like you can hear the gladiators fighting wild beasts, and tens of thousands of spectators cheering in the seats.

photo@Peyman Shojaei

take an 8-minute walk to reach the ancient roman forum ruins. this huge archaeological site was once the political, religious and cultural center of the ancient roman era.it is no exaggeration to say that it was the heart of ancient rome.

photo@Dmitrii

palatine hill is only inclimb up highonly then can you enjoy the emotion and shock of that moment, and see the whole picture of this eternal city. the small garden on the top of the mountain is very easy to take pictures and make great movies.

photo@gabuly

want to open it onceroman forum + colosseum + palatine hillset of three, available at the box office in the roman forumcoupon ticket, remember to bring your passport.

photo@Siret

speaking of trevi fountain, maybe you don’t know it, but you definitely know the trevi fountain in rome.one of the scenes in "roman holiday" was shot here.toss a coin in the pool and make a promise to the eternal city to see you next time.

photo@Michele Bitetto

st. peter's basilica is the largest church in the world with a history of more than 1,300 years. it is recommended to go in the afternoon.the afternoon sunlight passes through the dome and hits the ground directly. the 40-meter-long light beam is really shocking!

photo@Maxim Stuij

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firenze

the "emerald green" described by xu zhimo is also the birthplace of the european renaissance. if you are in love with renaissance art, you might as well go to the accademia gallery, which is naturally the most famous for its original renaissance masterpiece "the statue of david" by michelangelo.

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the cathedral of santa maria del fiore is also a check-in place that cannot be missed.the fourth largest church in the worldand florence’s iconic buildings will definitely impress you,the tone is full of girlishness and is a super hit.

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you can’t go wrong spending time in florence visiting museums. the uffizi gallery was built in the 16th century and is world-renowned for its rich collection of renaissance art.one of the world's most famous art museums, it would be a pity not to visit.

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the palazzo vecchio is located just right from the church and was once the town hall of florence. there is a place to rest on each floor so you don’t have to worry about not being able to climb.the breeze blowing on the bench in the bell tower and looking out at the whole of florence is particularly healing.

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michelangelo square, a must-visit spot for watching the sunset, is perched on the mountain.you can reach the top in about 10 minutes.in the evening, the stairs of mi square are occupied by a free and romantic atmosphere, and the city is slowly plated in gold under the afterglow.

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milanmilano

milan, known as “god’s back garden”, is also the fashion capital of italy.many high-end brand flagship stores and design studios are gathered here.there are endless beauties and handsome guys with excellent temperament on the street. just looking at them on the street feels like walking into a show.

photo@Al Elmes

milan cathedral is the most famous landmark in milan. the church has a magnificent appearance and gorgeous interior decoration.you can climb to the roof of the church and have a bird's eye view of the entire city of milan.

photo@Ennio Berti

later you can followgalleria ii sforzesco castletake a walk in the direction, or browse the entire street of luxury brands to feel the trendy atmosphere of the exclusive fashion capital.

da vinci'sthe original of the world famous painting "the last supper"painted on the walls of the church of santa maria delle grazie in milan, italy. this church is an example of renaissance architecture and was designed by donato bramante.a blend of gothic and renaissance styles.

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lake como, the back garden of milan, is the most beautiful season of the year in autumn, surrounded by brilliant colors.residents in twos and threes lazily sunbathing by the lake.the crystal clear blue lake is dotted with leaves of different shades.

photo@Peter Thomas

the lake is flanked by steep, wooded hillsides. to the north are the snow-capped alps, while along the lakeshore are palm trees flanked by villas with colorful roofs, calling itutopia in realityit’s not an exaggeration.

photo@Rick Govic

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sicily

if there is one place you must go to in summer, it must be the romantic and mysterious sicily! this island is romantic and mysterious,it is the filming location of many movies, the stories of "beautiful legend of sicily", "the godfather" and "cinema paradiso" all come from here.

photo@Alina Fedorchenko

palermo is the capital of sicily, the filming location of the movie "the godfather", and also the gathering place of culture from all dynasties. the main church of palermo combines the styles of rulers from different historical periods.like a gorgeous baroque visual feast.

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mount etna is an iconic attraction in sicily. it is also a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. the hike starts at 1,900 meters at an altitude of 3,326 meters. strong winds, sand, gravel, and volcanic ash often hit us, making it full of challenges.

photo@Anastasiia Rozumna

cefalu it is the filming location of "cinema paradiso", which combinesmedieval citypeaceful vacation style with blue sea and blue sky. if time permits, it is recommended to stay here for one night.because the most beautiful moment in cefalù is at sunset, golden ancient city, golden beaches.

photo@Antonio Sessa

there are many restaurants along the beach. be sure to try the seafood here. the freshly landed seafood is alive and fresh, and the sweet taste is unforgettable.

photo@David Salamanca

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venicevenezia

this city is crisscrossed by 118 islands, more than 150 canals and more than 400 bridges, connecting the islands into a unique whole. there are no cars on the island and all travel depends on boats.walking + taking a boat make up this city’s unique city walk route.

photo@Henrique Ferreira

byst. jeremiah's churchas the starting point, the church has a strong baroque atmosphere. the most famous artwork is tintoretto's "holy family" located in the sacristy.

photo@ciaociao_bellaitalia

walk topesaro palace, a renaissance-style palace, is now the municipal art museum of venice. it mostly contains recent and contemporary art works. many artists with distinctive styles have chosen this place to hold solo exhibitions.

there are more than 400 bridges in venice, withrialto bridgethe most famous, built in 1180, it was originally a wooden bridge and was later converted into a stone bridge. it is a symbol of venice. you must arrive here before dark to enjoy the most romantic sunset.

photo@Damiano Baschiera

there is a very interesting bookstore in venice calledshipwreck bookstore, this bookstore will be flooded every time the sea tide rises. there is a gondola in the middle of the store, which will also float when the tide rises.

photo@rickyrara

there is also a bridge connecting the court and prison calledbridge of sighs, is also a tourist hotspot. it is said to be named after the sighs of prisoners when they passed by, but now it has been transformed into a romantic place.legend has it that lovers who ride a gondola across the bridge of sighs can stay together in the next life.

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this is where the mv for jay chou's song "black sweater" was filmedpiazza san marco, napoleon once praised this place as "the most beautiful living room in europe". over the past 300 years, it has hardly changed, retaining the original appearance that napoleon saw at that time.

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tuscany

if florence and rome were the humanistic and historical centers of italy,then tuscany is the pastoral song of europe.the self-driving road is full of scenery, with small flowers dotting the mountains and green lawns, which is unique to the european pastoral style.

photo@Evan Verni

there is no place you must check in in tuscany. the most beautiful scenery is always on the road. it may be the s-shaped cypress trees, or it may be the sun climbing out of the morning mist and wild flowers.

photo @Karol Kaczorek

pienzaknown as the city in the sky, the terrain is relatively high, and you can see the stretching valleys and pastoral style.there is no need to look for a special angle, just lie on the grass and take a photo of your life.

reserved heremedieval architectural style, waking up in this city full of renaissance atmosphere can cure all your anxieties.

photo@helloiola_

many of tuscany’s beautiful scenery and sense of life are hidden in b&bs and hotels.some b&bs occupy an exclusive hilltop.the privacy and views are superb.

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pizzapisa

famous for the leaning tower that has survived for nearly a thousand years and galileo's iron ball free fall experiment, the overall feeling is not as lively as rome and florence.it's like a slow-paced town, and everyone is very laid-back.

the leaning tower of pisa needs no introduction. when you get here, you will inevitably have to take a photo with the leaning tower by posing in similar pushing or lifting movements.

photo@Patrick Schneider

the cemetery is opposite the baptistery and turn left next to the main church. you can see a lot of things.large size mural, the more famous one is "the last judgment".

photo@namz_86

after coming out of the main church, you can go around the leaning tower and go tochurch museum, there are generally not many people in the museum, maybe they all went to the famous leaning tower, hereinstead, you can take a picture of the leaning tower with no one around., the exhibits are mainly church sculptures and some religious utensils.

photo@alexey turenkov

italy is the first stop for european travel. in addition to the above-mentioned places, there are many beautiful things worth exploring.amidst lush citrus groves and the beauty of the sapphire mediterranean,you won't be disappointed. 🇮🇹go to italy and experience itresort city ceiling~