Parma Cathedral – Duomo di Parma

Parma Cathedral – Duomo di Parma

By Jason | November 9, 2011 at 3:50 pm | No comments

Nestled in the beautiful region of Emilia-Romagna is the Duomo di parma, a 12th Century cathedral adorned with striking examples of Renaissance art and ornate Romanesque architecture. The demure exterior of this cathedral is somewhat deceiving, with its sand-coloured walls...

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5 Most Popular Foods of Italy

5 Most Popular Foods of Italy

By Jason | August 4, 2011 at 2:58 pm | No comments

Italian food is very popular and can be found in most restaurants, bars and cafes around the world. Often the simplicity of the recipe mixed with the full flavours means Italian food is perfect for any occassion. Although true Italian foods are very diverse, here we are going to...

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Giovanni Fattori – Macchiaioli Painter

Giovanni Fattori – Macchiaioli Painter

By Jason | July 1, 2011 at 2:25 pm | No comments

Giovanni Fattori was a famous Italian artist, living in the 19th century between Livorno and Florence. He was one of the leading forerunners of Macchiaioli painters in Tuscany and is regarded as playing an important role in Italian painting history. Known primarily for his...

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Learn Italian on your iPod, iPhone or iPad

Learn Italian on your iPod, iPhone or iPad

By Carly | June 24, 2011 at 10:01 am | One comment

Whether you are traveling to Italy for business or pleasure, learning the basics of the Italian language will be an immense help. Just having an understanding of the day-to-day words will help you on your journey and make the whole trip an easier experience. With today's...

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San Gimignano – a Medieval Paradise

San Gimignano – a Medieval Paradise

By Carly | June 22, 2011 at 9:54 pm | No comments

If you are visiting Tuscany and love the old medieval towns of Italy, San Gimignano is a perfect retreat. It's a small town set upon a walled hill in the province of Siena, around 56km from Florence. San Gimignano's history can be traced back as far as the 3rd Century BC when it...

Posted in: Italian Towns, Where to Visit

Spoleto

Spoleto

By Carly | June 20, 2011 at 7:46 pm | No comments

Spoleto is an peaceful hilltop town located in the Umbria region of Italy, in the province of Perugia. The town is located at the foot of the Apennine hills and is a perfect stop for people visiting nearby Trevi, Terni and Perugia. Spoleto is an attractive destination...

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Coming Soon…

Coming Soon…

By Carly | June 20, 2011 at 7:12 pm | No comments

We will be bringing you more articles in this category shortly so please check back in a few...

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