Bologna isn't a common feature on most tourists' Italian itineraries and for that reason, it is a city that has long been one of the best-kept secrets of northern Italy. When I was planning a little Italian getaway last month because I won a trip to Florence, I was keen to extend my stay an extra couple of days and see another nearby city because, well, who can get enough of Italy, really?

Pouring over Google Maps for travel inspiration, I realised that the nearest and largest city to Florence was Bologna to its north and only a one hour train ride away. To be honest, I didn't know much about Bologna, but when I began looking into it, I knew instantly that this was definitely the city for me. 

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