One of the most spectacular sights in the City of Naples is the Bay, a semi-circular inlet on the Tyrrhenian Sea, southwest of the city. It is 32 kilometers long and 16 kilometers wide. Though small, the Bay is known for its scenic beauty, which is enhanced by the steep, […]
The Sassi di Matera is one of the most outstanding examples of troglodyte settlements in the region. Constructed by primitive man, this settlement is still intact and has adapted perfectly to the ecosystem and the terrain of the area, which was first inhabited in paleolithic times. The later settlements in the region […]
They’re not household names like their Piedmont or Tuscan cousins, but the wines of Italy’s southern wine districts are bold, full-bodied, and satisfying. Southern Italy has been producing wine for over 4000 years. The wine business here was already booming in 2000 B.C. when the Phoenicians arrived. The Greeks dubbed […]
It is really a delight to visit the Abbey of Montecassino to admire its beautiful architectural splendor and remember its history. The Abbey was founded by St. Benedict and built over the site of the pagan temple of Apollo, where the sculpture of Apollo was destroyed along with the altar. Due […]
One cannot think of Tuscany without thinking of the magnificent cypress tree, so quintessential and symbolic of the Tuscan landscape that it has adopted the name of “The Tuscan cypress tree”. Although this is a somewhat fitting name, it is however grossly incorrect as its real place of origin was […]
When thinking of Italy, most people think of art and culture, history and great food, even beaches and gorgeous vistas, but many often forget that it is also a country of some of the world’s most breathtaking mountains. If you want stunning panoramas and glamorous ski resorts, then Italy is […]
Piazza del Popolo with the twin churches in Rome, a must-visit in a 7-day itinerary in Italy Ph. depositphoto.com/vkovalcik Many people coming to Italy for their holidays don’t have a large amount of time and need a concise and effective itinerary allowing to visit the most significant places in the country, in […]
Sicilian Puppets – Pupi Any visitor to Palermo has seen them: shops selling wooden marionettes, bedecked in bronze armor with historic names like Orlando and Rinaldo. They may look like tacky souvenirs made for the tourist market but these marionettes are a core symbol of Sicilian folk-art and as […]
Children may not always like visiting monuments and historical locations, as they sometimes consider cultural activities a little boring. However, Italy offers you the opportunity to find the right alternative for them, so that you can combine your interests with theirs. How to visit Italy with kids? Thankfully Italy offers […]
A Brief History of Turin
