As I dug into the delicious pasta at a restaurant, I wondered how my love affair with Italy began. Was it the feeling of awe at seeing the martial monuments in the capital city of Rome, the fascination with the Renaissance history of Naples and Florence or the love for the absolutely scrumptious Italian food of Bologna that drew me to this fascinating place! Italy is a place where the riveting man-made architectural specimens go hand in hand with the simplicity and the beauty of the countryside. Besides, Italy is also a treasure chest of art, the site of one of the most famous ancient civilizations and of course, a culinary delight.