Near the famed Frasassi Caves of Italy’s Marche region is a lesser known mountain cave which guards a neoclassical temple inside. The...

Classified as one of Italy’s most beautiful historic villages, Civita di Bagnoregio will be vying for Unesco World Heritage status. The...

The large villa complex known as Hadrian’s Villa was built by Roman emperor Hadrian starting in 117 AD when Rome was at the height of its...

One of the largest provinces in Italy, Cuneo may not be known to the masses, but its strategic position in south-western Piedmont makes...

The Romans helped to shape the world, and their legacy lives on in arts and culture throughout Italy. For a truly immersive holiday,...

If today you are still able to admire the original colors that Michelangelo painted for his absolute masterpieces, the Sistine Chapel’s...

Inhabited by the Siculi even before the Greeks arrived on the Sicilian coast in 734 BC, Taormina, then known as Naxos, is a Sicilian...

Forget Romeo and Juliet in Verona – Umbria, Tuscany, Puglia and Sicily are Italy's most romantic spots. Read on for their love story if...

Friuli-Venezia Giulia lies in the far northeast corner of Italy, bounded by borders of Austria and Slovenia to the north and east...

One of the most fascinating monuments of ancient Roman times, the Arena di Verona is a large amphitheatre located in the historic centre...

Piazza del Campo is the heart of Siena, its historical soul. It is famous all over the world for its beauty, architectural integrity and...

Saffron sparkles and shines in Italy. Here's the lowdown on this ephemeral gold. Saffron has wielded legendary power throughout the...

In Italy, coffee is an institution. Espresso lungo, espresso ristretto, caffè macchiato, served hot or cold, you’ll find coffee wherever...

Lately, Abruzzo has been getting a lot of attention from those seeking off-the-beaten-path Italian destinations. Apart from its natural...

PROSCIUTTO DI PARMA IS NOT just slivers of salty goodness – It is a delicacy steeped in tradition and technique and is the pride of the...

When travelling to Italy, you should never deprive your taste buds of delicious food. Here you can experience the best of old-world...

Umbria, the green heart of Italy, is a region of lush rolling hills, hilltop villages and iconic, historic towns. The latter is...

“You can’t trust books if you really want to understand these temples… you have to come here, walk among the ruins, and then everything...

Tuscany is one of the most famous and prolific wine regions anywhere in Europe. It is best known for its Sangiovese-based dry red wines -...

The Saturnia thermal hot springs are one of Italy’s best-kept secrets and an absolute must do in Italy. A collection of silk blue water...