The Grand Tour

An unforgettable journey around Italy of unique hotels drawing inspiration from the famous 'Grand Tour', discovering their philosophy, history and beauty.

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Beginning in the late 16th century
it became fashionable for the aristocracy to visit Italy; from Venice to
Florence and Rome as the culmination of their classical education.
Thus, the idea of The Grand Tour was born; a practice which taught art, architecture and culture to the noblemen of the time.


In
England, where grand architecture was increasingly seen as an
aristocratic pursuit, gentlemen often applied what they had learnt from
the villas of Palladio in Veneto, the evocative ruins of Rome and the
grand churches in Florence, to their own country houses and gardens,
purchasing antiquities and paintings whilst in Italy.


The Italy of
today still remains a romantic destination. In this book, each reader
will be able to travel on a modern-day Grand Tour, staying in the most
inspiring and unique properties of the country, absorbing their infinite
culture, majestic beauty, unique designs and charming stories. A
journey through Italy in its full splendour.