Land of the Renaissance, home to many of the world's greatest painters, musicians, architects, and artists, Italy fascinates the traveler.Morris takes readers to the many different Romes: the Rome of the Caesars, of Michelangelo, of the popes, and of today -- all of them interwoven in the intricate fabric of the Eternal City.But Italy is more than Rome. Morris takes readers to Florence, with its world-renowned museums and cultural splendor; Venice, with its charming waterways; and the fantastic wine country of Frascati. He teaches readers the true history of the leaning tower and shows them the ruins of Pompeii, lakeside villages, and medieval castles. Day trips and excursions from Rome are featured, as are full details on Genoa, Milan, Naples, Southern Italy, Sicily, and Sardinia. This updated edition includes sections on the Amalfi Coast, Trieste, and expanded coverage of Italy's gorgeous lake country.Coverage of hotels, inns, and restaurants -- extensive and opinionated -- steers readers to quality and value at all times, in all price ranges.