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Gubbio, a medieval town in the region of Umbria, famed for its Roman ruins and historic aqueduct, about two-and-a-half hours’ drive from both Rome and Florence, holds the distinction of having the largest Christmas tree in the world. It was...

On December 3 at 5 PM, Cardinal Fernando Vérgez Alzaga, President of the Governorate of the Vatican City State, unveiled the 2022 Nativity Scene and presided over the lighting of the Christmas Tree in St. Peter’s Square. Due to torrential...

For many people taking a trip to Europe in the winter is all about visiting the many and diverse Christmas markets. They’re the best place to get a feel for the local traditions, sample the local delicacies, and see the...

Long Island is rich in history—and that includes ghost stories. Historian and paranormal investigator Kerriann Flanagan Brosky said it's more than a theatrical take of the Amityville Horror House, for which it has become well known. "In particular, I really...

Florence’s Ponte Vecchio is almost 700 years old. It should be no surprise therefore, that it has been suffering from aging pains. For the first time in its history, it is set to undergo a major restoration. And there are...

The Vie dei Tesori is a festival supported by the foundation by the same name, that focuses on the discovery of many sites in the Mediterranean that are little-known or closed to the public. And the foundation Vie dei Tesori,...

It’s a well-known fact that in Rome historical landmarks are everywhere — and now even in the basement of a department store. Luxury travel advisor Mitra Talarman explained in an Instagram video that “Rome is a lasagna. We build layer on layer...

Located between Umbria and Tuscany and surrounded by the Appennini mountains, the Valtiberina, which owes its name to the Tiber River that emerges not far away, was a decisive place for both historical and artistic events in Italy, thanks to...

Dozza, Emilia Romagna Dozza, Piazza Zotti and belltower. Photo: Wikipedia  Just south of Bologna, the capital of Italy’s Emilia Romagna region, lies a dreamy medieval village called Dozza. It’s one of the “Borghi piu belli d’Italia”, an association of the...

It barely needs to be said that Italy has long been a favored vacation destination for tourism; and especially for the rich, famous and the extremely famous. For centuries people have been attracted by its stunning coastline, its culture, its chic fashion...