With a unique temperate and sub-tropical climate, stunning sights and nature, Italy is considered to be one of the leading tourist destinations in Europe.
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There is a lot to see for lovers of gardening as the Italian style of landscape design is one of the world-renowned. These gardens are often mentioned among the main attractions in Italy. Vacations Cruise Travels included to this list only some of them – the most popular.
Villa d'Este
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Extensive gardens were created by Cardinal Ippolito d'Este during the Renaissance. It is the pinnacle of Italian landscape design skill, which became a model for the formal gardens. They seemed to embody the very essence of the Italian Renaissance. You will need only a few hours to see all the sights - numerous pools, fountains, waterfalls and other aquatic plants, as well as pavilions, sculptures and scenic terraces.
The gardens of Villa Carlotta, Como
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On the western shore of Lake Como there are gardens of Villa Carlotta. Mild year-round climate contributed to the fact that this place is called the Riviera Tremezzina. The foliage is still green all winter, even when the alpine peaks covered with white snow caps. This garden is more colorful than most classical Italian gardens that are highly dependent on climatic conditions. The gardens follow the natural slopes, alternating with woods and discovering the magnificent lake with views of the mountains. Throughout the summer there are hundreds of roses and bright annuals which are blooming.
Villa Medici near Florence
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On the slopes, near Florence, the Medici family built villas to escape the summer heat of the city of palaces. They took advantage of the open space to surround them with gardens in the style of the late Renaissance period. Three of these gardens are now open to tourists. Villa Gamberaia is located in a typical Renaissance garden landscape with layout in geometric precision, a variety of orchestras and terraces, fountains and monuments. Medici Gardens described as the most perfect example of garden art in Italy.