FOOD, culture, history - there are many reasons to fall in love with Italia ... and you're bound to find some of them in the new book Experience Italy.

This beautiful publication from Lonely Planet is packed with experiences introducing readers to the real Italy.

Built around themes like food and drink, art and culture, landscapes and journeys, history and more, this photo-rich hardback offers up ideas and itineraries for beginner explorers, seasoned adventurers and armchair travellers.

You can read about the wineries in northern Italy and the cave houses of Matera, or work out where to find the best gelato and pasta dishes.

This collection unveils new aspects of the Italy you know and showcases the Italy you're yet to discover.

Experience Italy by Lonely Planet, $39.99.
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