After visiting Italy for the second time recently, I have truly realized how special this beautiful and historically rich country is. It really is unlike anything else in the world, and you really can't fully explain it to someone until they experience it for themselves. But, these are some of the absolute best things about Italy.

1. The Food

No surprise that this is the first item on the list, right? Authentic Italian food is unlike anything we have in the United States. It's absolutely incredible. Everything from pizza to pasta to seafood is amazing. Just the food itself is enough reason to visit Italy. But there is also so much more!

2. Gelato

Although this does tie into the food, it deserves its own item in the list because it's that good. Seriously. Especially on a hot day when you have been walking around and touring all day, there is nothing better than a cone (or two) of gelato. When you go to Italy, never ever pass up gelato.

so much more. The history in Italy is incredible, and you will not be disappointed!

5. The Trevi Fountain

This is one of my absolute favorite things about Italy. For one, the fountain itself is so gorgeous it's breathtaking. Back to the history thing, the Trevi Fountain is not only beautiful but also huge. It's wild to think that such a structure was built so long ago (although it was recently renovated). So beautiful. There is also a legend that if you throw a coin into the Trevi over your left shoulder, you will guarantee your return to Rome. And thankfully it worked for me! The Trevi Fountain is both beautiful and magical.

Once we were actually on the island, the views from there were also incredible. Between the flowers, colorful buildings, mountains, boats and of course the water in the background, the views from Capri are more than gorgeous.