The Republic of San Marino is a sovereign state located within the borders of Italy's Emilia-Romagna and Marche regions. Like Vatican City, Monaco, or the country of Liechtenstein, it is a microstate or a very small state with very few people. San Marino happens to ...

When you think about the castles of Lombardy, the Sforza Castle in Milan, with its majesty and its beautiful park, immediately comes to mind. In this article, however, I'll tell you about another castle, not widely know, but equally important and beautiful: the Visconti castle ...

In part I of our article on Matera we explored Sasso Barisano and Sasso Caveoso, or the rupestrian part of the ancient city. Part II will focus on other parts of the city (and beyond) that should definitely be included in any visit to Matera. We'll also ...

Spello is a picturesque Umbrian town near the more well-known town of Assisi in the province of Perugia. This medieval town is surrounded by walls and today, is probably most known for its famous flower festival, the Infiorata. We assure you that this village is definitely worth visiting for ...

Figline Valdarno is nestled in the green hills of Chianti in Tuscany and known for its well-known artists (such as Masaccio). This town is part of the municipality of Florence, but in recent years, it became part of Figline and Incisa Valdarno.  Collegiate Church of Santa ...

Just 10 km inland from the sparkling blue waters of the Ionian Sea lies one of the most unique "museums" in all of Italy- the Santa Barbara Archeological Environmental Park (or as it's known in its Italian acronym, MUSABA). Let's find out what makes this ...

As the saying goes, "When opportunity knocks..." and until July 31, 2020, visitors will have the extraordinary opportunity to see the mosaic floors of the Duomo in Siena. If you're thinking this isn't a big deal, think again. Giorgio Vasari himself called them "the most beautiful, ...

Immersed in the lush, green hills of Umbria just 15 km from Perugia lies Torgiano. The origin of this ancient hamlet, surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, most likely dates back to the Etruscan period, as testified by several artifacts. A hypothesis further supported by its ...

When you think of Sardinia, crystal clear water, golden beaches, warm sun rays, waves crashing against the cliffs, and seagulls all come to mind. You would be correct because it's all true. Yet, to the curious visitor who wants to dig under the surface, the island ...

Memory and Passion. From Capa to Ghirri. Masterpieces from the Bertero Collection From 20 February through 30 August 2020, CAMERA - Italian Center for Photography comes alive through the stories and tales hidden in the most significant images of the Bertero Collection, a unique collection in Italy ...