Lactating fountains of Italy
Often considered a funny attraction, lactating nereids, sirens and godesses were in fact a manifestation of the high Mannerist style, popular
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Tuscany
Spectacular mosaic floor in Siena’s Duomo visible for three more weeks
Update August 2013: this year the mosaic floor will be uncovered in its entirety until the end of October. If
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Top 10 most unique churches of Italy
1. Multicolored, russian orthodox Church (San Remo, Liguria) The multicolored Russian Orthodox church of Christ the Savior, St. Catherine and
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Top 10 most beautiful and famous villas of Italy
(updated June 9, 2014) 1. Villa Rufolo, Ravello, Amalfi Coast, Campania Villa Rufolo is located in the historic center of
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‘Gates of Paradise’ finally to be unveiled in Florence after 27 years
After more than 27 years, the restoration of Ghiberti’s ‘Gates of Paradise’ has been completed and the results will finally
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Venezia Nuova, the fascinating historic district of Livorno (Tuscany)
Resembling a little Venice with its dense network of canals and bridges, the Venice district of Livorno was founded
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Florence Gelato Festival
The third edition of the Firenze Gelato Festival will take place from May 23 to 27, 2012, in the city
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Top 10 Italian castles turned into hotels
Updated June 24, 2015 The following list includes castles and historic buildings, which have all been beautifully restored and renovated
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Top 8 Romantic Destinations in Italy
Italy counts some of the most romantic destinations in Europe. Here are some of our suggestions for a romantic Valentine’s
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New Florence Opera House revives the theater as envisioned by the ancient Greeks
Today the New Florence Opera Theater will open its doors for an extraordinary public concert by Zubin Mehta. With its
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