Adored in antiquity and a source of superstition, the cat is one of the most beloved and hated pets of all. Throughout history, we have seen this animal both associated with divinity and associated with witchcraft or as a synonym for bad luck. But this ...

And here we are once again for a second time, after our first "trip" to Villa del Barone in Strevi. Hopefully, I succeeded in arousing your curiosity about this hobby called "urbex", previously unknown to many of you. I thought I'd take you with me once again ...

My name is Pamela, a hidden treasure hunter from Bologna, Italy. For about a year now, I've been wandering around Italy exploring abandoned, unsafe and dilapidated places, rich in history and with unique architectural value and beauty. As you read on, you will realize that this ...

For many of us, the most magical time of the year is officially here! And it seems that with each passing year, it comes earlier and earlier. Many of Italy's cities are already decorated with beautiful lights and have set up their Christmas markets. Here's ...

On a hilltop surrounded by vineyards, you'll find the village of Canelli. This part of Piedmont known as Langhe-Roero and Monferrato is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Canelli is the perfect destination any time of year, but during autumn, with the vineyards changing colors and ...

You may not have heard of the small village of Monforte d'Alba in the hills of Italy's Piedmont region, but you have most likely enjoyed one of its famous wines at one point or another. In fact, the Langhe, the area where Barolo (among others) is ...

From October 8th through December 4th, 2022, one of the most important truffle fairs in the world returns to Alba. For the 92nd edition, the beautiful historic center of Alba (Cuneo, Piedmont) will come alive, and above all, will be filled with the aroma of ...

There are places that are magical, intense, and unforgettable; places where you can never get bored of the landscape no matter how long you stare; places where every time you lay eyes on it, your heart skips a beat. The Piedmontese Langa manages to encompass ...

At the border between Italy and France, in the Natural Park of the Maritime Alps, surrounded by trees, streams and lakes, you'll find Vernante. This small village is in the province of Cuneo, known all over the world as “the village of Pinocchio”. Within the charming ...

One of the most well-known and spiritual journeys in the world is along the Via Francigena. If you have traveled around Italy, you have most likely noticed the brown signs with the little pilgrim figure indicating the famous via. But have you ever wondered what ...