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Two destinations in Italy have made it into the rankings of the best villages in the world for tourists. The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) recently unveiled its list of the top small communities catering to tourism around the world. The list includes 32 places across the globe, including in Spain, China, Israel and Vietnam. Two...

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The history of the beautiful town of Cividale del Friuli begins during the Roman age and reaches the time of the Longobards when it became the first Duchy of Italy. So much history has passed within the walls of this ancient town that in recent years has seen evidence of Longobard rule enter the list of Italian places considered a UNESCO World Heri...

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When you think of the majestic Dolomites, you are likely to think of the mountain range shared between Veneto and Trentino Alto Adige. In all truth, a little further east, in the Friuli-Venezia-Giulia region, the Friulian Dolomites have their own story, so beautiful that UNESCO has protected them since 2009. They differ from their more famous neigh...

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In Rome, this year, the magic of Christmas has the scents of cedar and larch. The welcoming embrace of the Colonnato del Bernini is the backdrop for a wooden marvel created by 11 skillful artists and craftsmen, a Nativity in the typical style of the Alpi Carniche (Friuli Venezia-Giulia). This year’s presepe in Saint Peter’s Square comes from Sutrio...

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Think apple strudel, dumplings and potatoes, ski slopes, forest foraging, mountain views, saunas and uber-chic design hotels. Believe it or not, this isn't Austria or even Germany. Say "hello" to Italy's Dolomites. Particularly South Tyrol and the surrounding area. The beautiful region is another Italy. One that has its own language, Laden, and whe...

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With its breathtaking scenery and picture-perfect resorts, skiing in the Dolomites can feel like an out of this world experience. The distinctive peaks of Italy’s northeastern corner may not be the Alps’ tallest, but they have a uniquely high-rise effect, shooting from valley to summit in a sheer curtain of rock, strikingly beautiful when dusted in...

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Anneliese Alzetta, “era una bella signorina,” was a beautiful girl. Anna was the name she preferred. She grew up in the quaint village of Grizzo, in the region of Friuli-Venezia-Giulia. It lay at the base of the majestic Dolomites, about 60 kilometers west of the once-disputed city of Trieste. Young Anneliese, with flowing blonde hair, had a wonder...

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The magnificent Dolomites, a treasure chest of natural sceneries, are the ideal destination for nature lovers, mountaineers, and winter sports enthusiasts. Let's discover together some of the most enchanting and picturesque villages in the Dolomites to visit in winter, nestled in beautiful valleys, and rich in history, art, ancient traditions, and...

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Milan (Lombardy), Rome (Lazio), Venice (Veneto). These are the cities on the podium for the locations chosen by wealthy Europeans interested in finding a fine residence in Italy. 9.1% choose the city of the Madonnina, in first position compared to 8.7% of those who choose the Italian capital. In third position is Venice with 2.5 percent. While the...

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The Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast and PromoTurismoFVG bring to Miami the FVG Week, an inspiring journey among the flavors and traditions of the Friuli-Venezia Giulia Region. Join us for a whole week full of initiatives: 5 days in-store tasting; 2 trade only events for professionals of tourism and F&B industry; 2 happy hours + dj set....

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