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Italy consistently ranks at the top when it comes to World Heritage Sites, and for good reason.

As the heart of the Roman Empire and the birthplace of the Renaissance, Italy’s landscape is a living archive of Western civilization. From ancient ruins like Pompeii and the Colosseum to Renaissance cities such as Florence and Venice, heritage is woven into everyday life. Italy’s sites span historic city centers, archaeological zones, religious landmarks, and cultural landscapes, making the country an open-air museum unmatched anywhere in the world.

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