A new approach with the customer and especially a new way to enjoy an evening sipping a drink arrives in Turin. The robotic mind of Toni Compatto (the robot bartender) is entrusted with the arduous task of satisfying customers at every whim. Italy’s first robotic bar is more than just […]
Author: Francesco Paladini
La Sapienza University of Rome ranked first in the world in classical studies
The QS World University Rankings have once again confirmed the leadership of La Sapienza University of Rome for the fourth consecutive year in classical studies and ancient history. The consulting firm Quacquarelli Symonds annually compiles one of the most renowned university rankings worldwide, and once again, Italy finds itself in […]
Verona, tech-free restaurant: the beauty of dining without a smartphone
The city of love has embraced a new concept of dining, challenging the frenzy and constant need to distract ourselves with social media on our phones. In a society where it’s more common to see two people sitting at the same table eating without exchanging a word, preferring to ignore […]
Red Tide Emergency in Piscinas, Sardinia
Critical hours for one of the wonders of the western coast of Sardinia. Piscinas, renowned for being among the most beautiful beaches in the world, according to National Geographic, is in serious danger. The coastal waters are turning red due to hazardous discharges, raising concerns among environmentalists, naturalists, and even […]
Uffizi, New Openings: All the Updates
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence is kicking off 2024 with change and innovation. After ending 2023 with a historic record of visitors (over 5 million), the prestigious museum complex is embracing change. New openings are on the horizon, with fresh dates and extended hours to enhance the tourist experience. If […]
Ancient Elephant Cemetery: a 300,000-year journey
In the Lazio region, more precisely in North Rome, lies one of Europe’s richest deposits. The Ancient Elephant Cemetery houses the remains of 4-meter-tall giants dating back to the Middle Pleistocene, an incredibly ancient era from over 300,000 years ago. Discoveries from the ancient river of Rebibbia Today, Rebibbia is […]
Galileo Galilei ‘s Middle Finger Relic is Kept in Florence
The Uffizi Gallery museum complex in Florence houses priceless works of art, such as Botticelli’s The Birth of Venus and Primavera or Caravaggio’s Young Bacchus. Among these and other material works, there is a peculiar one that most people are unaware of: Galileo Galilei’s middle finger. Since 1927, Galileo Galilei’s […]
In Italy, the world’s first underwater garden: Nemo’s Garden
An innovative and ingenious idea was brought to life by an insight from Sergio Gamberini, founder of the leading underwater equipment company, Ocean Reef Group. The Italian engineer, along with his company’s team, has created a new scenario for future sustainable agriculture. The world’s first underwater garden was born in […]
Trevi Fountain, Rome, Italy: Tourist Guide
The Trevi Fountain is one of the most renowned and celebrated attractions of the Eternal City. The scene featuring Marcello Mastroianni and Anita Ekberg in Federico Fellini’s film La Dolce Vita certainly boosted its hype from the 1960s onwards. The Trevi Fountain is a melting pot of Roman history, mythology, […]
The Most Iconic Rock Concerts in Italy
The roar of the delirious crowds, the incessant rhythm, and the unrestrained shouts of passionate fans. This has been the essence of Italy every time the giants of world rock music stepped onto its stages for rock concerts in Italy. Italy was not always a fixed stop on the tours […]