100% researched and updated. For expert advice, inspirational tips and exciting itineraries, Lonely Planet is your essential Italy companion. Whether you want to hunt for truffles in Umbria, walk ancient roads in Rome or simply admire priceless art and architecture, this 9th edition shows you how to unearth the very best experiences.
170 detailed and easy to use maps
Inspirational activities covering each region's best sights and secret places
Full-colour architecture, food and activities chapters
User-friendly glossaries give you a Who's Who of artists, emperors and saints
Top tips on sustainable travel choices and the very best agriturismi (farmstays)
被称为业界传奇LoneIy Planet出版公司的创始人托尼．惠勒和莫琳· 惠勒已经出版了很多的旅行指南，这些指南覆盖了这个星球的每一个国家。
Lonely Planet创立于1973年，当时惠勒夫妇自己动手出版了一本非常独特的旅游指南：《便宜走亚洲》。之后他们又出版了《鞋带上的东南亚》，这本书很快被人们称为背包客的“圣经”。当时他们勇敢地踏入了别的旅游出版商未曾涉足的市场，他们专为一个新兴的自助旅行人群服务，而这些人群的出现要远远早于大众旅游市场的兴起。
