On the beautiful shores of Lake Maggiore in Lombardy, there is a small village of about 3,500 inhabitants with a unique story. A story that began in 1999 and featured Lino Betti as its protagonist—a resident of Leggiuno who has transformed his village into a true Christmas haven in just […]
Forget about red, green, and gold—in other words, the classic and traditional colors of Christmas. In Rocchetta Tanaro, the festivities transform into a beautiful spectacle of colors that can only leave one mesmerized. The holidays blend with the skill and craftsmanship of local women, who, after more than 10 months […]
This day cannot be tied to us Italians. Surely, the residents of Modena, Bologna, and Castelfranco Emilia celebrated this day with a nice dinner of tortellini in broth. Yes, the dispute over the origins of tortellini is still ongoing and will most likely never be resolved. We can’t even agree […]
Italy, and particularly the Lombard county seat, clinched another bizarre yet unique record this year. Indeed, Milan stands out as the brightest city in Europe from October to December, outshining major tourism and luxury hubs like Stockholm, Oslo, Amsterdam, and Frankfurt. Milan is obsessed with Christmas lights From space, stars […]
Welcome to 17th-century Italy! Let’s dive into a temporal leap that takes us back to 1678 when the Royal Academy opened its doors. Since then, it has shaped generations of military leaders, contributing to the history of Italy. Over the years, the academy has emerged as a milestone in global […]
Italy secured the ultimate recognition at the end of the 2024 Davis Cup finals, held in Malaga. Thanks to an extraordinary performance by Matteo Berrettini and Jannik Sinner, Italian tennis celebrates a golden year. The trophy raised high marks a historic period for this sport in the country. Third Davis […]
Palmanova is a one-of-a-kind destination with an unmistakable identity. Designed from the ground up as the ideal city, it features a striking nine-pointed star shape when viewed from above. But what was its purpose, and why was it inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2017? Read on to […]
Nestled in the heart of Sicily on a scenic mountain ridge lies Centuripe, a unique town with a population of about 5,000. This charming Sicilian gem is a must-see destination for anyone visiting southern Italy. With origins dating back to prehistoric times, Centuripe offers a captivating blend of museums, churches, […]
Candied fruit, chocolate chips, and raisins are the classic ingredients of the much-loved panettone, a staple of Italian Christmas celebrations. However, innovation has just arrived in Turin, where a chef has created PanCricri, the first panettone featuring cricket flour and caramelized crickets. Unveiled at the Panettone World Championship in Naples […]
In Italy, rental costs are reaching ever higher levels, making searching for a home or commercial space challenging, especially in major cities. A striking example of this phenomenon is Via Montenapoleone, which has achieved a global milestone: for the first time, an Italian address has been recognized as the most […]