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In the heart of Florence, a city that symbolizes the Renaissance, there is a tradition that blends spectacle, art, and history: flag-throwing. The Bandierai degli Uffizi, founded in 1973, are Florence's official flag bearers and represent one of the most authentic expressions of Italy's historical culture. With their choreographed movements, accomp...

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La Sapienza University of Rome once again confirms its global excellence in classical studies. For the fifth consecutive year, the Roman university ranks first in the "Classics and Ancient History" category, according to the 2025 edition of the prestigious QS World University Rankings by Subject, with an outstanding score of 99.1. The report analyz...

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In some of Italy’s most exclusive areas, the majority of demand for luxury villas or apartments (with average prices exceeding one and a half million euros) comes from foreign buyers. This is revealed by a report from idealista/data, which also highlights that the top 10 most sought-after locations among wealthy buyers worldwide for single-family h...

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When Cecilia Balleri started working for the Army she was barely out of her teens. First, she volunteered at Army Community Service and the Red Cross on Camp Darby, then she took a temporary position as a local national employee and typist in the housing office. Finally, she was hired permanently to work at Leghorn Army Depot. That was more than 35...

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The legendary Sassicaia Supertuscan which since 1944 has written important pages of Tuscan enology, returns to the top of the rankings 100 best red wines of Italy drawn up by Gentleman magazine. The list is made by cross-referencing the evaluations of the five most important specialized guides in the sector: “Vitae” by the Italian Sommelier Associa...

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The U.S. Consulate in Florence could be among the diplomatic offices targeted for closure as part of the Trump administration’s effort to downsize the State Department. According to Politico, the administration is planning significant reductions in diplomatic missions worldwide, which may include the closure of consulates in Florence. The initiativ...

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Italy is known for its many stunning landscapes, making it one of the most beautiful countries in the world. From seas and hills to lakes, rivers, and mountains, each Italian region has extraordinary places to visit. But some of these hidden gems are off the beaten path and don't attract tourists. Did you know, for example, that Italy is home to m...

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March 14 - May 18, 2025. Italian Cultural Institute in Los Angeles, 1023 Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles, CA. On view by appointment, click here. Visions of Volterra invites you on a journey where innovation meets history, unveiling digital preservation efforts in this ancient Italian city. At the heart of the exhibit is Volterra’s recently discovered Rom...

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Italy is marking the 550th anniversary of the High Renaissance genius Michelangelo with a series of special events and cultural initiatives, centred mainly in Florence. The celebrations begin on Thursday, 550 years after the birth of Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simoni in the village of Caprese Michelangelo, located about 100 km east of the...

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While it’s still winter in Central New York, it’s never too early to think about your summer plans. For Syracuse University, students have an opportunity along with community members to travel to Italy. Students will get the chance as part of EDU-Tourism organized by the Whitman School of Management to travel along with professors to Florence for e...

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