Italy apart from being a haven for travelers looking for a unique experience is a paradise for sports enthusiasts as well. One could easily guess the most famous sport in Italy from its five time win at the soccer world cup. Also known as calico Italians just adore their players and their weekends are truly devoted to the local soccer matches.

If you’re getting an idea that only soccer is predominant in Italy, then you are wrong. Italy is also home for many other sports that truly awakens the zeal for sports. There is a great deal of skiing, racing, surfing, fishing, yachting, sailing, and lots more to keep you lively on your vacation.

Italy is a great country to try your hand on the water sports. Water basketball is the recent contribution of Italians to water sports. Interestingly, this sport has become very popular in Italy and is played at a national level. Those who seek a break from the routine should try out water polo.

It wouldn’t be exaggerating to say that Italians are crazy about cycling. The Giro d’Italia held every May is one of the greatest cycling events in the world. Many won’t even think about skiing in Italy until they come experience it. The Settimana Bianca or the white week is the perfect time to travel to Italy on a skiing holiday. Italy’s northern and the Alpine regions provide an ideal backdrop for skiing and other winter sports.

Sports in Italy also include traditional games, such as Sferistici, Bocce, and certain other forms of cue sports even in the modern times. The world famous Palio di Siena, is a dedicated event for horse racing that is held twice in a year.

If you live by sports, then Italy is one country that you should never miss visiting. Have a great time in Italy with Perillo Tours, the pioneers in tours to Italy.

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