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An exhilarating and timeless tale set in the majestic mountains of Abruzzo! The legend of Majella is surely one of the most fascinating stories of the region. Legend has it that Maja, the most beautiful of the Pleiades, the celestial and mountain nymphs, fled Phrygia in a desperate attempt to save her one and only beloved son Hermes, a huge giant w...

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Gerace is located in the province of Reggio Calabria and is part of the Aspromonte National Park, so the village is surrounded by lush forests, rolling hills, and fertile plains, which make it an ideal location for hiking, cycling, and horseback riding. Visitors can explore the park’s stunning natural landmarks, including the Marmarico Waterfalls,...

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In the southernmost part of the province of Rimini, just a few kilometers from the border of the Marche region, lies Pennabilli, a surprising Italian village with a wealth of things to see. The landscape that embraces Pennabilli is that of the Alta Valmarecchia, where verdant hills alternate with more rugged places. These are the places where the p...

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Sometimes the past and its traces are hidden in plain sight: this is the case of the crypt of San Magno in the city of Anagni. Let’s find out why she deserves a visit.  We are in Anagni, called City of the Popes in the province of Frosinone, among the thousand attractions offered by the ancient village there is a really surprising: we are talking a...

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If you’re planning a honeymoon, few destinations could be better (or more popular!) than Italy. And while you could head to your classic honeymoon haunts (Rome, Florence, Venice, the Amalfi coast), your luna di miele is a once-in-a-lifetime experience—and one you might not want to share with every other honeymooning couple. So while the Trevi Fount...

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Ciao, come stai? The simple greeting, “Hello, how are you?” in Italian is only three words long, but a powerful starting point to a full language of possibilities.  I recently took an Italian class with my husband at a local cultural center over the course of 15 weeks. The experience was both challenging and exciting, pushing me to learn in ways I...

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While the eternal city is preparing for the great event of the Jubilee 2025, the Sabina region of Lazio dedicates their beautiful journey for cyclists, from Assisi to Saint Peter's, to visitors looking for fresh experiences. Millions of tourists travel to the Italian Capital every year to marvel at the monuments and churches spread throughout the c...

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Nestled in the Calabrian hills lies a charming town that many visitors have yet to discover – Altomonte. With its ancient architecture, breathtaking landscapes, and rich history, this town is an ideal destination for travelers seeking an authentic Italian experience. Altomonte’s history dates back to the 10th century when it was founded by the Lomb...

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Easter eggs aren’t just child’s play in Civitella del Lago, a tiny Umbrian town just above Lake Corbara. The town’s local Ovo Pinto Cultural Association — yes, that’s an organization dedicated to the art of Easter egg-painting — kicks off its annual Mostra Concorso Ovo Pinto competition and exhibition today, April 8, or Holy Saturday (“Easter eve”)...

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Do you know which are the most picturesque villages in Italy worth visiting during the spring holidays? The territories of our peninsula are rich in authentic treasures, including charming villages rich in history, culture, art, and delicious food and wine traditions. Magnificent villages in Italy worth visiting at any time of year are nestled like...

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