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Inside the cathedral in Florence, just before the presbytery, on the left aisle wall, there is a painting of Dante (1265-1321). It is a wonderful visual biography of this much-loved national icon. It was placed here in 1465, on the bicentenary of the great poet’s birth. The Florentine painter Domenico di Michelino was commissioned for the work by t...

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There are two new figures that confirm our importance in the world of tourism. Italy is becoming increasingly popular is wedding tourism. With its history, breathtaking landscapes and unique culture, Italy continues to be a favorite destination for couples from all over the world who want to celebrate the most important day of their lives with us....

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In the rolling hills of central Italy lies a land where time seems to stand still. Tuscany, with its medieval villages perched atop sun-drenched hills, offers a journey back to an era of knights, castles, and timeless beauty. Did you know that Tuscany boasts over 120 medieval villages, each with its own unique story and charm? Let’s embark on a cap...

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Tuscany has become the first region in Italy to adopt a law regulating assisted suicide, also known as assisted death—a practice in which, under specific conditions, a person self-administers a drug to end their life. Assisted suicide has been legal in Italy since 2019, when a Constitutional Court ruling deemed the previous ban unconstitutional. Ho...

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There is no better place than Italy to celebrate love: its timeless charm, cities rich in history, breathtaking landscapes, and irresistible cuisine make it the perfect destination for a romantic experience. Valentine's Day is the ideal occasion to be enchanted by its beauty, rediscover the magic of unique scenery, and create unforgettable moments...

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Since ancient times, the island of Montecristo in the Tuscan archipelago has held an almost mystical significance—even the Romans called it “Mons Jovis,” or Mount Jupiter, after their highest god. (The Greeks knew it first as “Artemisia.”).  In recent years the allure of Montecristo was significantly increased by Alexandre Dumas' captivating 19th-c...

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“He lived in a haphazard fashion,” wrote Italian Renaissance art historian Giorgio Vasari in his biography of 15th-century Florentine painter Sandro Botticelli. “As was his wont.” Whether or not this was true, what is certain is that Botticelli created a graciously drawn world of serenity and beauty in his paintings of religious scenes, mythologica...

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What is it about Tuscany that’s so endlessly appealing? I’ve lost track of the number of times I’ve visited the region (seven in 2024 alone!). And it’s definitely a part of Italy that people—Italians and foreigners alike—love to explore. Last year, I wrote about how to make the most of a week in Tuscany based on a question from a reader and this we...

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The Consorzio del vino Brunello di Montalcino is starting again from the United States, flying to New York on February 4th for the stars and stripes edition of Benvenuto Brunello. The appointment with the new 2020 vintage and the 2019 Riserva of the prince of Tuscan reds is on Fortieth Street, where at the GH on the Park in Manhattan 34 producers w...

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Do you love medieval villages and dream of living in a place where peace and beauty reign, far from the chaos of city life? Italy, with its extraordinary historical and cultural richness, offers numerous well-preserved and charming villages, especially in Tuscany. If you’re exploring villages to relocate to in Tuscany, this region presents an unmat...

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