- Rimini or Riccione - the territory of the beach and the sun
- Unmatched Italian cuisine
- Italian entertainment and attractions
Italy is still terra incognita for Russian tourists, most often guests visit large cities - Rome, Venice, Milan. Therefore, travelers who are going to relax in the seaside Italian resorts are trying to study the issue well. Where is the best vacation, in Rimini or Riccione, are there any common features and how these beautiful cities differ?
Rimini has long been a buzzword among beach lovers who love miles of sandy beaches and an additional opportunity to completely renew their wardrobe for the new season. Riccione also has a lot of boutiques and shops, the city, although smaller in size, has managed to get the beautiful title of "secular salon of the Adriatic Riviera", where there are entertainment and attractions for both adult tourists and their young heirs.
Rimini or Riccione - the territory of the beach and the sun
Both Italian resorts are ready to showcase the best beaches for international guests. No one is surprised that the coastal strip in Rimini is called quite simply - La Marina ("by the sea"), another pleases - the length of local beaches is 15 kilometers. This means that any traveler who reaches the Adriatic Riviera will find a place under the sun (both literally and figuratively). Most of the beaches are paid, if you try, you can find a corner on the coast, for which you do not need to give your hard earned money. The infrastructure is developed, there are also catering establishments, restaurants, bars and cafes, souvenir shops, attractions.
Riccione is in no way inferior to its “big brother” in terms of beaches; the coastal areas are wide, clean and well-equipped. The beaches in this region of Italy are sandy, the descent into the water is gentle, you can relax until the end of September, and not only sunbathe and swim. Riccione's beaches have bars and restaurants, sports games, sea activities and even swimming pools.
Unmatched Italian cuisine
Rimini belongs to the Italian region Emilia-Romagna, which is well known outside the country as a major gastronomic center. It was here, as a result of the efforts of chefs and culinary experts, that the famous Parmesan, balsamic vinegar and Parma ham were born, and mortadella sausage first appeared in Bologna.
It is not clear why, but in Rimini you can find restaurants serving dishes from other countries of the world, including Russian, Japanese and Indian. It is possible that such establishments are intended for tourists, patriots of national cuisine, or nostalgic for their homeland.
Riccione has a huge number of restaurants of national cuisine, from chic, fashionable with the same exorbitant prices to quite democratic taverns with delicious, almost homemade food.
Italian entertainment and attractions
Rimini has its own unique architectural masterpieces, for example, the Arc de Triomphe, today considered one of the most ancient, it was built in the 27th century BC and restored in the 18th century. Among other architectural monuments, guests note the following objects: Tiberius Bridge, named after the emperor who completed its construction; Sismondo Castle, a Renaissance masterpiece; the building of the local Municipality built in 1204; the historic Dali theater, a representative of the neoclassical style.
A special excursion deserves the maritime cultural and historical sites of Rimini, including a fishing market, a marina, a fishing house, the facades of which are richly decorated with shells, a lighthouse of the 18th century.
Riccione has preserved its ancient architecture, but it is not the focus of attention of tourists vacationing here. The main place in this resort is occupied by "Miribilandia" - a theme park. By the size of the occupied area, it is the third largest among similar entertainment establishments in Europe. This park has 7 thematic zones, many attractions, cinemas and even a Ferris wheel entered in the Guinness Book of Records.
Also, this resort will delight you with a chic water park, which is located right by the sea. His parents will especially appreciate it because experienced nannies will look after the children, while the adults will have fun on extreme slides and attractions. Another amazing place is Italy in Miniature, in this theme park you can get acquainted with the most famous Italian landmarks.
Comparison of the most famous seaside resorts in Italy did not reveal the leader, you can have a luxurious rest in both cities.
Therefore, Rimini for a summer vacation is suitable for Russians and other foreign guests who:
- dream of being in the center of events;
- going to combine leisure and shopping;
- love sandy beaches;
- they love to wander for hours among the monuments of history, enjoying magnificent views.
The resorts of Riccione should be visited by travelers who:
- want to spend their vacation at the highest level;
- love theme parks and water attractions;
- like to spend time actively on the beach;
- not very fond of walks in historical sights.
