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 ...

If you enjoying visiting off the beaten path type places and even eclectic locations like the Tarot Garden in Capalbio, then La Scarzuola is for you! What is La Scarzuola you ask? Other than being very difficult to pronounce, it just might be one of ...

The Tuscan archipelago is made up of 7 islands in the Tyrrhenian Sea with the largest being Elba. Further south, along the stretch of coast known as the Argentario, lie the islands of Giglio and tiny Giannutri. This is a paradise for underwater adventurers and ...

There is so much to see in one of Italy's greatest cities that it would be impossible to describe it all in one article. Today we'll be exploring the Angevin Castle in Naples. Called a whole series of different names including the Angevin Fortress, Castel Nuovo, Castello ...

Most people don't realize that the region of Puglia (Apulia) has the longest coast of any of the Italian regions (excluding the islands of Sicily and Sardinia, of course). From its northern-most coastal town to the bottom of the heel of Italy's boot, Santa Maria ...

Just 80 kilometers southeast of Rome lies a magical world straight out of a fairy tale. It may not be as well-known as many of the other famous sites on the infinitely long bucket list in Italy, but I can assure you that the Ninfa ...

The central Italian region of Abruzzo has become an increasingly popular tourist destination over the past decade. Natural beauty (e.g., Gran Sasso National Park), the stunning coastline (e.g., Trabocchi Coast), and some of the most beautiful villages in all of Italy (e.g., Pacentro) along with warm ...

Italy, a country where you can always make new and surprising discoveries among its cities, villages, ancient centers and fine architecture. Lombardy offers a wide array of amazing places to visit but which are often overlooked and overshadowed by Milan. Mantua is a must-see for those ...

Are you spending your holidays along the Riviera Romagnola and feel like exploring beyond the sea? Follow us on a visit to three castles, a half-day journey inland and through history. The journey starts in the hills near Rimini, where only a few kilometers away you'll find Coriano. Nowadays, ...

Destination Abruzzo! Just a few hundred kilometers from Rome, in the center of the Italian peninsula, immersed between sea and mountains lies the region of Abruzzo. Ideal for sportsmen and nature enthusiasts, foodies and connoisseurs, Abruzzo is the perfect destination for families, friends, couples, and ...