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A native of Ferentino, Italy makes an impromptu stop in Rockford, Ferentino’s sister city. Matteo Cervoni was at a medical conference at Georgia Tech when he decided to end his first visit to the United States with a trip to Rockford. “I know a lot of people that come from my same country and he loves Ferentino,” says Cervoni. Rockford and Ferentin...

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Florence is one of the most enchanting cities in Europe. Cradle of the Renaissance movement, ‘Firenze’ is an open-air museum where you can admire artistic masterpieces and enjoy exquisite cuisine.  Located in Tuscany, a region in central Italy, Florence is home to some of the most renowned Renaissance art and architecture in the world with iconic a...

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Once upon a time, Siena was as large as Paris. That was, of course, centuries ago, during the late Middle Ages and the early years of the Renaissance, before the plague epidemic of the mid-14th century, which killed between 75 and 200 million people between Europe, Asia, and North Africa, decimated the world’s population.  Back then, Piazza del Cam...

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It's easy to be enamored with the idea of visiting Italy’s most popular locations, namely Tuscany and the glittery island of Sardinia, while not even remotely getting an idea of what authentic gems can actually be found there. Sure, it is easy to discover many ideas on where to go and what to do online, but what about harnessing a deeper connection...

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A 30-year dispute over a fresco by the Renaissance master Piero della Francesca shows no sign of waning after an Italian court ruled that it must be returned to where it was originally painted, even though that location now predominantly serves as a cemetery. The Madonna del Parto depicts a pregnant Virgin Mary and is considered one of the greatest...

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Italy is a place where you can experience the unique culture in each region – not just through historical sites that will take your breath away, but also through the outstanding food and wine they produce. From the bustling metropolises of Rome and Milan to the stunning coastlines in Puglia, every nook has something worth tasting and enjoying. The...

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Easter in Italy is one of the most important holidays of the year; it marks the beginning of the warmer season and launches a period of outdoor activities, including village festivals, concerts, religious rites and processions. The date of Easter changes every year since it coincides with the Sunday following the spring full moon. According to this...

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Easter lunch in Italy is a celebration of the colors, scents and flavors of the new season, spring. While there are common dishes and ingredients, from north to south, such as lamb, boiled eggs,  savory pies, chocolate eggs and colomba, each Italian region has its own typical dishes or variations on Easter classics. Each region would need its own d...

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During the Easter period in Central Italy there are many rites that are celebrated according to ancient traditions and customs the same way it is done for Christmas. But that’s not all, in fact you must know that in central Italy during Easter it is common to prepare dishes of the local culinary tradition. Here you can find out which are the tastie...

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In Italy there are many wonderful seaside resorts such as Forte dei Marmi, a famous seaside resort located in Tuscany. This city of the Versilia has always been an exclusive place particularly appreciated by famous people.  Here you can find out where Forte dei Marmi is located you will also discover which are its most beautiful beaches and the mos...

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