Viganella is a tiny village in Piedmont with just 206 inhabitants. I want to share with you the curious yet unfortunate tale that led to the installation, in 2006, of an enormous mirror atop a mountain to reflect sunlight. You know those charming mountain villages so popular during the holidays, […]
Christmas markets, steeped in centuries-old traditions and brimming with holiday cheer, transform Italy’s historic squares and charming alleyways into winter wonderlands. In 2023, these markets promise an immersive experience that goes beyond the ordinary, inviting locals and travelers alike to indulge in the spirit of the season. The country transforms […]
Lake Bolsena is sometimes called Italy’s belly button from its shape and location in the middle of the peninsula. It is located about 100 km north of Rome and is surrounded by the beautiful landscapes of Northern Lazio, sometimes called Tuscia, and has borders close to Umbria and Tuscany as well. […]
This significant modification has been in effect since this morning, October 18, 2023. To combat the increasingly common phenomenon of scalping, in which clever tourists resell tickets at a higher price, Culture Minister Gennaro Sangiuliano wanted to be sneaky. Tickets to see the Colosseum will be nominative starting today, a […]
Travelers who adore Italy will be disappointed. The city has established a new regulation: Tourism to the city will be regulated and arranged beginning in 2024. Yes, the city of gondolas and canals has implemented an admission fee, but we still have a few months to enjoy the lagoon before […]
It’s fantastic news that features two brave and well-trained Ladispoli Golden Retrievers as protagonists. On the morning of August 6, two men received assistance from two lifeguard dogs on the coast of Ladispoli (a seaside town in the province of Rome). A remarkable narrative that, owing to strict training programs […]
Almost four years have gone since the damage wrought by the 2019 rising tide. Four days of fire for Venetians who experienced the tide surge over the limit of 140 cm four times in a single week: from September 12 to September 17. Instead, we may breathe a sigh of […]
Florentine steak (Bistecca Fiorentina) is a Tuscan delicacy with a long and fascinating history. This sort of meat has gained worldwide acclaim not just for its high quality, distinct flavor, and flawless preparation, but also for its cultural significance in the Tuscan culinary tradition. Florentine meat is a general term […]
License to fish in Italy About 10 days ago I was on Lake Bolsena. They were having the Italian bass fishing championship. What do you need to do in order to fish in Italy? Here is a list of the type of license you might get ( I did not […]
The largest Italian national fair for agriculture, food, and livestock opens its new season every year in Umbria. This prestigious show is now held in this area of central Italy, which is surrounded by lush vegetation and rich in flourishing hills with hectares of cultivated fields and grazing animals. This […]