Fairytale valleys, enchanted woods, regenerating silence. The surprises hidden in the woods of northern Italy are infinite. There are places where contact with nature is profound and almost overwhelming. This is the case in the Scalve Valley, a mountain community situated between the provinces of Bergamo and Brescia, in ...

May 12 is International Nurses Day and now more than ever, we are all reflecting on how valuable health care workers are to the world. It only seemed fitting to trace the roots of medicine in Italy since it is home to some of the oldest ...

If you didn't happen to recognize some of the Italian locations while watching George Lucas' Star Wars, now's your chance to find out where they are! Some of the scenes of the most beloved saga of all time were filmed right here in Italy. Star Wars ...

In the heart of Italy's northern Lombardy region amongst the infinite stretches of vineyards and farms lies an area known as Franciacorta. From the city of Brescia to the tip of Lake Iseo, it is all breathtaking. Brief History of the Area The curious name (Franciacorta) of ...

Northern Italy's Lombardy region holds some of the most mysterious, natural rock formations in Italy. Known as the Piramide di Zone or the Pyramids of Zone, these strange formations are named after the area- Zone (near Brescia). In geology, these particular formations caused by erosion are known ...

Do you know the land where the lemon-trees grow, in darkened leaves the gold-oranges glow, a soft wind blows from the pure blue sky, the myrtle stands mute, and the bay-tree high? Do you know it well? It’s there I’d be gone, to be there with you, O, my beloved one! J.W. ...

The infinitely famous Lake Como in northern Italy's Lombardy region has been the pride and joy of the region for centuries as well as the set of numerous films. Lovely villages line the lakeshore and each one warrants its own separate article so today, we'll ...

If you love the outdoors and being in touch with nature then the Oasis of Sant'Alessio (l'Oasi di Sant'Alessio) just outside of Pavia is perfect for you! Spend a day immersed in greenery and tranquility with some amazing animals. This protected nature reserve is located ...

“If you can dream it, you can do it. Always remember that this whole thing was started by a mouse.” Walt Disney Walt Disney's words have inspired generations and it is almost unbelievable that he managed to create an empire from a simple sketch of a mouse. Mickey ...

If you missed the Carnival celebrations in Italy this year, you're in luck because Carnival in Milan has yet to begin! When all the others are coming to a close, Ambrosiano is just getting started. Let's find out the details. Why It Begins Later Why is it ...