Historic Roman, Etruscan and Italian roads
The Via Appia, also known as the Regina Viarum, the queen of all roads, has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, becoming Italy’s 60th site to receive this prestigious recognition. This decision was made during the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee in New Delhi. The Via […]
Via Flaminia is one of the first roads ever built. Its name is taken from the Roman consul Gaio Flaminio Nepote, and the Romans constructed it in just 2 years, around 220 BC. It was an important route to the city long before the Empire existed, but as a Roman […]
The Via Salaria, a road built by Romans to transport salt from Rome to the Adriatic, that is still in use today.
Among all the grand roads that the ancient Romans built, the Via Clodia is perhaps the least important historically. However, it was still very functional for its mid-range length and a valid alternative to the more famous routes, which are often much longer and used for different reasons. The name, […]
Via Aurelia is one of the most notable Roman roads, with an estimated length of over 1000 kilometers, 700 of which are in modern-day Italy. It connects Rome to the Tyrrhenian Sea, then follows the Tuscan coast up to the city of Genoa, where it ends. It is a very fast […]
Via Appia is an historic road, also known as the Queen of Roads, a vital lifeline for trade and the legions heading to the East
Travelling the South of Italy through the ancient Via Appia, that connects Rome to Brindisi, via Caserta and Matera.
The Via Cassia is not only of historical importance, it also offer fantastic landscapes to enjoy while travelling. If you like driving or riding a bike, the Via Cassia is a must for you: with its cypresses and maritime pines, it is one of the more picturesque roads in the […]
Continues from Part I of the Via Cassia Siena When it comes to visiting Tuscany Siena is not to be missed. Siena’s magnificent Duomo, the monuments in the famous Piazza del Campo and the warren of narrow streets must be explored before continuing on your journey. It is amazing to […]