You’ve probably heard of the Cinque Terre, but do you know the Cinque Torri?
The Cinque Torri are a small moutain group in the Dolomites, located on a grassy hummock at circa 2200m, between
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Carnival of Venice: history and meaning of the different types of Venetian masks
Masks have always been an essential component of the Venetian carnival. Carnival started as a time for celebration where all
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Squero San Trovaso: where Venetian gondolas are born
For a glimpse into authentic Venice one of the places to visit is the area where the Venetian gondolas are
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The Teatro Olimpico in Vicenza: Palladian architecture at its finest for the oldest enclosed theater in the world
(updated March 6, 2015) The Teatro Olimpico (“Olympic Theatre”) in Vicenza is the oldest surviving indoor theater in the world.
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7 unusual and legendary walls of Italy
While Italy is known for its many historic walls – Roman, Etruscan, Norman and Aragonese, among others – some Italian
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Top 8 Venetian bridges with the most unusual names
(updated October 6, 2016) Venice, the Serenissima, is also known as the “City of Bridges“. About 400 bridges connect the
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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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Slow Ski is the latest trend on the slopes in Italy
(updated December 2013) Slow Ski is a new (or long-forgotten?) way to enjoy skiing which is all about taking your
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Top 10 best ski resorts in Italy
(updated December 2017) With its top class infrastructures, wonderful scenery and après-ski scene, Italy is a popular Winter destination among
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Top 8 Christmas markets in Italy
(updated November 27, 2014) Due to its proximity to Austria and Germany, the Trentino-Alto Adige region in Northern Italy has
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