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Italy is many Britons’ dream holiday destination. With world-class cuisine, gorgeous beaches and UNESCO World Heritage sites, it’s not hard to see why. However, some of the country’s top destinations such as Rome have become a little overcrowded in recent years. Venice is so busy that the city has even introduced a new charge for tourists visiting...

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If you are looking for a relaxing and scenic getaway in Italy, consider Val d’Orcia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Tuscany. Famous for its rolling hills, cypress trees, medieval villages, and wine production, this region offers a captivating weekend escape. Immerse yourself in the natural and cultural beauty of Val d’Orcia, discovering its delect...

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A night at the Italian opera is a bucket-list experience for many tourists and Unesco recently safeguarded the ancient art form, including Italian opera singing on its list of Intangible Cultural Heritage last month. Dating back to the late 1500s, Italian opera singing is practised or taught by more than 30,000 people in Italy. Each day, a new gene...

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Venezia and Viareggio are the most famous, but there are other historically significant Carnevali around Italy, Putignano, Cento, and Fano being, perhaps, the names we are more familiar with. We are talking about events with a long history and that, through time, managed to develop a deep and meaningful connection with the territory, often becoming...

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in December 2023, on the eve of the premier of Verdi’s Don Carlo at the Teatro alla Scala in Milan, UNESCO announced that the practice of Italian opera singing had joined its Intangible Cultural Heritage list. The UN’s agency described opera singing as “a physiologically controlled way of singing that enhances the carrying power of the voice in aco...

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A branch of the Italian government has honored San Diego's Civico 1845 as "ambassadors of Italian cuisine" at an event held in Las Vegas. "Last night in Las Vegas we have been awarded by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Agriculture and Italian Trade Agency as ambassadors of the Italian Cuisine in the United States," wrote Civico...

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The towns on the Amalfi Coast are popular for good reason, but the most famous ones like Positano and Amalfi overflow with tourists in high season. That said, like many A-list destinations in Italy, it’s not that hard to find respite from the crowds. To visit the Amalfi Coast off the beaten path, just head just a few miles down the coast for impres...

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There is always something exciting to do in the Dolomites, regardless of the season. This UNESCO site has gifts for everyone, whether seeking an adventurous getaway or simply wanting to disconnect and unwind in a panoramic spa. Here at Visit Italy, we've handpicked some accommodations in Trentino Alto Adige that cater to the specific needs of those...

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Italy is set to send approximately 3 kilograms of fusilli to the International Space Station (ISS) for testing and evaluation. The goal is to determine the best recipe that suits microgravity conditions and meets the nutritional needs of astronauts.  The initiative is a collaborative effort between the Italian Ministry of Agriculture, Food Sovereig...

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Once branded a source of “national shame”, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and European Capital of Culture, the city of Matera boasts a past with as many twists and turns as the honeycomb of cave dwellings that make up its ancient town, the Sassi.  Situated on the border between Puglia and Basilicata, a lesser-known region in Italy’s deep south, M...

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