Hordes of tourists in Rome queue up every day to stick their hand in the Mouth of Truth while skipping the adjoining church, the fascinating Basilica of Santa Maria in Cosmedin. Located near the Circus Maximus in the site of the Forum Boarium, Rome's ancient cattle market, the church is one of the city's finest examples of mediaeval ecclesiastic ar...

Venice is one of the cities that most embody the idea of romance and is definitely one of the best destinations for a love getaway. The timeless atmosphere of its views, the majesty of the palaces that contain works of art of extraordinary value, the light reflected by the water of the canals, the intimacy of the most hidden streets, everything see...

Here we go again: Valentine's Day is here and you still don't know where to spend a weekend or just a romantic night with your soulmate, right? No fear! In this special Hidden Gems Love Edition we lead you to discover some of the most beautiful romantic places to visit in Italy - is there any other better occasion than Valentine's? In this article...

The Saint, elected symbol of love and protector of lovers, comes from Terni. The Christian martyr, according to legend, helped two young newlyweds celebrate their wedding by giving them a rather large sum of money. In fact, the feast of St. Valentine as we know it today was probably born to Christianise the ancient pagan festival of lupercalia (lin...

Italy is one of the most special countries to experience romance, with passionate people, delicious food, architectural wonder, a seductive language and an appreciation for art. This place has all the ingredients for great love stories. Movies and television have leveraged these virtues to create great romance narratives that melt hearts around the...

Valentine’s Day (Feb. 14) falls on a Tuesday this year, so you may be casting about for a low stress option to celebrate your love, while still maintaining a restful “weeknight routine.” Burien’s Casa Italiana Italian Cultural Center has you covered. What began as a pandemic safety option was so popular that their drive-through dinner returns this...

When love is involved, we all want one thing: for our special moments to be perfect and unforgettable. Italy, in its incredible beauty, offers endless possibilities to those seeking that romantic magic that stays in the heart. That's why we at Visit Italy think that the Belpaese is the ideal location to celebrate a Valentine's Day flawless in every...

Nothing says romance like a trip to Italy, and pasta brand Barilla is making sure that dream comes true for one lucky couple ahead of Valentine’s Day. The company, which is introducing a limited-edition heart-shaped pasta in time for the romantic holiday, will give away a free trip to Italy complete with stays in Parma and Florence and lots of yumm...

Monday, January 30, 2023. From 6:00 pm To 7:00 pm. IIC New York - 686 Park Ave, New York, NY 10021. Organized by IIC NY in collaboration with IACE. Entrance: Free. Book Now! "Colors of Love": Discovering the Italian origin of Valentine’s Day. A voyage of culture and music to Terni (Umbria). Concert by Cristiana Pegoraro, piano. Welcoming remarks by...

An evening that includes Italian cheese and wine is a recipe for romance any time of year, but on Valentine’s Day, you want to pull out all the stops. Each one of the following formaggi has an extra special element of amore that you can enjoy with a partner or indulge in all for yourself. When it comes to wine, I suggest something bubbly, which is...