Just 25 km east of Lucca lies the quaint hilltop village of Montecarlo. You may not have heard of it until now, but it became quite well-known in the year 1333. Its rich history, famous wine, and beautiful surrounding landscape make it a must-visit if you ...

  If you're wondering what to do in Sicily, look no further than Messina. A clear sky, bright sun, and a shimmering sea are the premise for a summer to be enjoyed on the beaches of Sicily. Messina is the perfect destination for those who want ...

If you're staying along the Riviera Romagnola on Italy's Adriatic Coast, then it's quite likely that you won't be able to visit all of the country's stunning architecture, ancient ruins, and art cities. Not to worry because a visit to Italia in Miniatura will have you ...

For those who want to immerse themselves in uncontaminated nature for a totally relaxing and regenerating experience, come to the LIPU natural oasis in Casacalenda. Located in the Campobasso province of the Molise region, the oasis is immersed in the woods and characterized by a ...

Perhaps many do not know that in the southeastern part of Friuli Venezia Giulia a few kilometers from Udine and Gorizia, there is an incredible town with a polygonal star-shaped fortress called Palmanova.  A real "star on earth" built by the Venetians with the probable intent ...

The Island of Ortigia is the oldest nucleus of Syracuse. Linked to the town by the Ponte Umbertino, Ortigia is surrounded by blue waters, where you can see sailboats, fishing boats, and other ships. The aroma of saltiness and the shining sun on the sea waves ...

When you think of Tuscany, the first thing that probably comes to mind are the rolling, green hills dotted with olive trees and vineyards that produce some of the finest wines the world has ever known. You probably haven't considered its coastline much. The truth ...

Pennapiedimonte, a mountain village in Abruzzo, occupies the eastern slope of the Majella National Park. On its summit lies the panoramic balcony called Balzolo from which numerous suggestive trails branch off. Some of which are complicated, ideal for those accustomed to mountain terrain, others less difficult ...

Monteriggioni is a little town with a rich history located in the province of Siena. The primary attraction is its castle surrounded by towers. The castle was built between 1214 and 1219 by the Sienese and is situated in a prominent position on the Via ...

Located in the southernmost outpost of the Venetian lagoon, in a strategic position to defend the Most Serene Republic of Venice, Chioggia, the ancient Clodia, today appears as a cheerful, lively city on the water. Chioggia is full of splendid historic buildings interspersed with small canals ...