A Unesco Heritage Site not far from Rome
Author: Ancos
The Archaeological Area of Aquileia
The Emperor Justinian once described Aquileia as “the greatest of all the towns in the West”.
Top 10 Honeymoon Destinations in Italy
The narrow streets lined with pastel colored houses, the many outdoor cafes and amazing food, all amalgamate together to make Italy one of the hottest honeymoon destinations in the world.
Archaeological Area of Agrigento
Agrigento is located in the region of Sicily and was once one of the great cities of the ancient world. Founded in the 6th century BC as a Greek colony known as Akragas, the city was added to the UNESCO World Heritage site list in 1997 thanks to its rich archeological remains. Many ancient […]
Matera
The European Capital of Culture for 2019.
Assisi and the Basilica of San Francesco
The town of Assisi will forever be associated with its most famous son, Saint Francis, the founder of the Franciscan order and patron of Italy. A town located in the Umbria region of Italy in the province of Perugia, Assisi is also the birthplace of Saint Clare and Saint Gabriel of Our […]
The Trulli of Alberobello
The trulli are limestone houses found in the region of Puglia, which are beautiful examples of the ancient technique of drywall construction that is still used today for houses in the region. The trulli are built from rough limestone rocks and boulders, usually domed or in a pyramid shape, which […]
Bagna Cauda
Origin of the bagna cauda The history of the Bagna Cauda, which originates in Piedmont, can be considered an example of how and why – in times long past – regional dishes were born from real life. It is said that wine farmers of the late Middle Ages wanted a special dish to […]
Top 10 Rivers of Italy
Top 10 Rivers in Italy. There are plenty of splendid and beautiful rivers across Italy where one can get a glimpse of the natural scenic beauty located amidst calm surroundings.
Todi Castle, Todi
Todi Castle is located in the town of Todi in the region of Umbria. The castle is also known as Capecchio and is located on top of a hill 10 miles from the town of Todi, close to Terni. The castle was originally built in the year 1100 AD as […]