Travel tips for Italy - what to prepare in advance and what to obey
1. Italy - a country with huge tourist resources. When you visit it, do not try to catch everything. It is worth choosing one goal for the trip - shopping, sightseeing, sea rest or active tourism, and then devoting a few days to the others.
2. Tickets for public transport must be purchased in advance. They are sold in newspaper and tobacco kiosks. When buying tickets, you need to check their date and time to avoid a fine.
3. Smoking in public places in Italy is prohibited. Violation of this law attracts a fine of 200 Euros.
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5. In Italy, crime rate is very low. In places of mass concentrations of people and popular tourist places however, one can meet with pickpockets, and therefore should be as vigilant as possible.
6. It is prohibited to be on beaches in Italy from 1AM to 6AM. Violation of this rule attracts a fine of 150 Euros.
8. The name of the male and female toilet in Italy begins with a single letter - Signori and Signora. It is worth being careful not to get into an embarrassing situation.
9. Italians are very sociable people. They will gladly show strayed tourist the way, tell them about local sights and give some advice.
10. When they say goodbye, Italians, even with new acquaintances, usually kiss their cheeks. This gesture is part of the culture of locals and has no additional meaning.
11. Italian language is considered one of the easiest to learn, and therefore before the trip you can learn a few phrases for ease of communication in markets and in stores.
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13. Central districts of Italian cities are completely paved with a stone, which is why it is much hotter in them than in the suburbs. When going on a tour or a walk, you need to wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
14. On the streets of Italy you can meet fountains with drinking water. In them, you can quench your thirst or take water with you.
15. Rooms in hotels are usually small; families with children may be quite crowded in them. Breakfasts usually include coffee with fresh pastries. There are almost no rich smorgasbords in Italian hotels.
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Basilica di San Lorenzo
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