An hour drive from Rome, on the shores of the Thyrrenian Sea in the southern reaches of the Lazio region, you will find a national park that not only boasts an abundance of natural beauty, but a diverse collection of plant and animal life. In fact, when Circeo National Park […]
In the first part of our trekking specials about the Mont Blanc, we have proposed a handful of easy-on-the-feet walks along some of the dama bianca’s most charming paths. Today, we will continue with four trekking tours that share one characteristic: they will all lead you to a rifugio, a mountain hut. Now, if you […]
While Italy has been a predominantly Roman Catholic country for centuries it’s also a land that seems to breed some serious superstitions especially in the South. While overall religious belief seems to be waning in Italy, many still hold strong to the superstitious beliefs that have been passed down for […]
Making a Lawn in Italian Gardens There can be nothing more disturbing for me as a garden designer than the sight of a green, English style lawn, in Italy. Ever since the onset of expensive computerized irrigation systems Italy has begun regarding the “English lawn” in Italy as […]
Major Events in the History of this Art Form The origins of glassmaking in the area of the Venetian lagoon date very far back in history, with the first reliable reports of activity placing this art form in the 8th century. However, many centuries had to pass before the artisans […]
National Parks are natural areas protected to preserve wild nature for posterity and to safeguard their ecosystem. In Italy there are 24 Natural Parks and they cover about 5% of the national territory. Parco Nazionale dell’Abruzzo, Lazio e Molise Map of the National Park of Abruzzo The most famous national park […]
What did Romans do in their spare time? They all fled to Rome’s best-kept secret, a place called Ancient Stabiae . Located on a panoramic bluff overlooking the Bay of Naples, lies Ancient Stabiae, a little known jewel in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius. Here, powerful Romans built extraordinary villas, […]
Is coffee healthy? Or to be exact, is black coffee healthy? Well, let’s start with this: Thank you, America! I mean, there’re plenty of things to thank you for, like peanut butter cups, Edgar Allan Poe, Nirvana, and root beer… But I’m talking about something else today, I’m talking about […]
This traditional style of ceramics comes from Sicily. It’s now famous worldwide and a must souvenir for travelers. An Old Tradition Ceramics appeared for the first time in Sicily in the 6th century B.C. They were more functional than decorative. The Arabs imported ceramics to the locals. So, the style […]
Agrigento is certainly famous for the production of its cannoli siciliani, cassate, and other local foods, but there is another thing this area is known for: almonds. More than the fruit itself, Agrigento is renowned for the festivals celebrated in its honor, a true touristic attraction with Sicily almonds. Two events […]
