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Castles

Rocca Flea, Gualdo Tadino

  Rocca Flea, or the Flea Fortress, is a fortified castle located in the town of Gualdo Tadino in the region of Umbria in central Italy. The castle is located on the upper part of the same hill as the town itself. The castle dates back to the reconstruction of […]

Campania, History, Travel Destinations

Herculaneum

Most people are aware of the destruction of Pompeii that occurred on August 24, 79 A.D. The ruins of Pompeii are world-famous. Each year thousands of visitors flock to Italy to view the archeological wonder. Herculaneum, Italy, as well as Pompeii, are some of the most visited attractions of the […]

Weddings

Traditional Italian Wedding

According to Italian tradition, when a man wanted to ask for a woman’s hand in marriage either himself (or in some cases, his brother or another male relative) went to speak to the woman’s father. Once the father said yes and both families were fine with the arrangement, presents were […]

Travel Destinations

Northern Marche Montefeltro

Province of Pesaro Urbino The Territory of Urbino Tucked away in a corner of northern Marche and in the Provincia of Pesaro-Urbino is the territory known as the Montefeltro. In many ways it is unexpectedly different from other parts of the region. Yet despite its differences, it still maintains the […]

Lakes

Lake Garda

If you are looking for dazzling natural scenery then Lake Garda is the place for you. Deep blue waters, green forests, towering mountains, and picturesque towns–Lake Garda offers it all. Italy’s largest lake is located between Milan and Venice, and is nestled between the Dolomites of Brenta to the North […]

Travel Destinations

Ponte Milvio

The Bridge of Love in Rome When one thinks of Rome’s Ponte Milvio, also known as the Milvian Bridge, they could be forgiven for not identifying this edifice as a symbol of love. In fact, the opposite has been true for most of the bridge’s two millennia existence. Since its […]

Islands

Ischia

The isle of Ischia Ischia is one of the most renowned holiday spots located in the Bay of Naples across Southern Italy and is less costly to stay as compared to its neighbor Capri. There are plenty of health spas and hot springs that makes it a favored destination among […]

Mountains

Top Italian Mountains Part 1

  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 […]