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It is an ancient history, over 900 years old, that has led this event to be one of the best known, most colorful, and appreciated in the world. With its masks – original to say the least – Venice awaits you with the magic of its Carnival made of culture, entertainment, and fantasy, both in the ...
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There is a saying in Italy that is almost sacred: “Natale con i tuoi, Pasqua con chi vuoi”, meaning Christmas with family and Easter (or any other festivity) with friends. The atmosphere around this time of the year is magical as festive celebrations take place everywhere from the biggest ...
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The Sicilian distinctiveness can be perceived from many different aspects. Land of sun, history and art, Sicily will catch your attention also for its extraordinary, colorful, and heady-scented food. These are places where the fertile land has been inhabited by multiple populations, that found the ...
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If we are asked to mention an historical coffee house in Italy, our mind goes to the Florian café in Venice. But, what about Rome? Read more to find a selection of the top Roman historical coffee houses.
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Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Castel del Monte was built by Emperor Federico II in the thirteenth century, 18 km from the town of Andria, Puglia.
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If you have decided to be inspired by Umbria, and you are looking for a luxury vacation villa to rent in this region, but you don’t know which is the best area, here you will find some useful information on this beating green heart in the center of Italy.
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Otranto, facing towards the east, with its castle and cathedral, one of the most important witnesses of the Apulian Romanesque.
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Located in the heart of Itria Valley Alberbello is a gem to discover.
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Winter is an ideal time to visit Italy. Not only are there fewer tourists and shorter wait times at the museums and monuments, but there are many unique festivities and traditions only found this time of year. The Christmas season lasts from December 8th, the date of Immaculate Conception of Mary, ...
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A typical food of the Mediterranean area, an ancient and valuable product, known and used since ancient times, olive oil is the most used fat in the Mediterranean diet.
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The curtain of the Umbrian hills opens, a real postcard image where these golf courses are worth traveling for. Located in the center of Italy, Umbria looks a lot like Tuscany did before it became overrun with tourists.
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With the project “Electric Lake”, Lake Como becomes an ideal destination for those who own an electric vehicle. The first electric lake in Europe is born in Italy; Como and its fascinating body of water could only be the first lake area to accept the challenge and join the "Electric Lake" ...
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