Val Vestino Near Italy’s Lake Garda
Somewhere around the 1950s, the farmers of the Brescia valleys began leaving their homes and a life of hard work …
History
Sapri in the Campania Region: The City of the Gleaner
Sapri and Pisacane’s Expedition The older generation of Italians will surely remember this beautiful poem by Luigi Mercantini, “The Gleaner …
The Real Narnia: Narni in Italy’s Umbria Region
If you’re thinking the name Narni reminds you of something, you’re right. The setting of the Chronicles of Narnia is a real …
Visiting Fano on Italy’s Adriatic Coast
After descending the green hills of the Metauro River Valley, and heading towards the Adriatic Sea, you’ll reach the city …
Lucca: Stories Lived Through Photographs
The city of Lucca is so ancient that even now many scholars still discuss its real origins. Some say it …
Venetian Villas Along the Brenta River
The Riviera del Brenta connects Padua with the Venice Lagoon in a 36 km path, along which we find the …
Exploring Bassano del Grappa in the Footsteps of a World War I Soldier
A gunshot in the distance. Trenches in the mountains in the cold winter climate of Monte Grappa. This is the …
Historical Sites in Italy: Aristocratic Villas in Messina
The historic villas of Messina are a little hidden and silent in their majesty. They are the testimony of many …
Visiting Chioggia: The Colorful Little Venice
Located in the southernmost outpost of the Venetian lagoon, in a strategic position to defend the Most Serene Republic of …
Villa Margon: a hidden treasure near the city
Villa Margon is one of the most beautiful aristocratic residences of the entire Alpine region. It is located on the …
