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Verona is one of Italy's
loveliest towns. A thriving town in its own right, it's also an
appealing tourist destination for weekend breaks. It's rich in
archeological sites and has a beautiful medieval centre. The Roman
Arena, where concerts and operas are performed in the summer, is the
city's grandest sight (original capacity 20,000), but the so-called
'Juliet's balcony' is also a principal port on the Shakespearian
tourist trail.
You can spend a long time exploring the narrow streets lined with
palazzi that make up the historic centre (there's also a mini-train
tour if you're feeling lazy). Some of the churches contain fine
works of art, while the ruined Teatro Romano over the river has
excellent views from the terraces where the ancients watched plays.
If you're planning a longer stay, or want to see more of Italy,
Verona is usefully located for Venice or for the lovely Lake Garda.
It's easy to travel by public transport from the lake to Verona (bus
or train), so combining the two destinations makes an interestingly
varied holiday.
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