In Abruzzo's L'Aquila province and at the gates of Italy's largest national park, Gran Sasso, lies the village of Capestrano. This tiny hamlet offers visitors a unique insight into Abruzzo's rich history, culture, and exquisite natural beauty. This is the type of place that not all ...

Along the Adriatic Sea, in the heart of Abruzzo's Teramana Coast, is a stretch of some of the most beautiful beaches in Italy. Located within the Torre del Cerrano marine protected area, Pineto is considered the "pearl" of this riviera and has been awarded the ...

Abruzzo's L'Aquila province is full of interesting destinations that make for a truly unique experience. One of the area's many natural wonders is the Stiffe Caves (Grotte di Stiffe) in Stiffe (San Demetrio Ne' Vestini). About the Grotte di Stiffe The limestone caves were formed by an ...

What I am going to tell you about my dear region of Abruzzo is something that I like to whisper in a low voice and there is a reason why. Preserving Authentic Italy Italy, outside of the stereotypical postcards of beautiful cities and historical monuments, is a ...

The Transiberiana train of Italy isn't a national route, but a 128 km route that winds between Abruzzo and Molise (from Sulmona to Isernia) year-round. The Second-Highest Railway in Italy Its name brings to mind the frigid landscapes of the east from Moscow to Vladivostock, and, in fact, copious ...

L'Aquila is a city that is close to the heart of the people of Abruzzo, but the road that leads to it is also full of priceless gems. One of these is Bominaco: a tiny fraction (only about 85 residents) of a municipality called Caporciano.  What ...

Picture it...an American girl that had just graduated from high school, and had never been anywhere outside of the States, decides to go off to a "foreign land" on the adventure of a lifetime. College can wait, but this opportunity can't. A chance to spend ...

Continuing the journey of the beautiful coast of Abruzzo, we could not miss the appeal of two of the most characteristic spots in the area: the Abbey of San Giovanni in Venere and the village of Rocca San Giovanni. San Giovanni di Venere Abbey The abbey stands majestically ...

L'Aquila, the beautiful capital of Italy's central Abruzzo region, has an infinite amount of culture and beauty to offer to its visitors. Alas, in this particular moment, we're not able to physically appreciate this deserving city. Fortunately, the Italian Ministry of Culture (MiBACT) has launched ...

Right now is the perfect time to take advantage of the virtual tours online. Today, we'll take you on a journey into the life of one of the most famous Italian authors of all time- Gabriele D'Annunzio. Biography of Gabriele D'Annunzio Gabriele D'Annunzio was born in Pescara in ...