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The Davis Cup Final 8 will be held in Italy from 2025 through 2027, the International Tennis Federation announced Monday, with Bologna hosting next year. Led by Jannik Sinner, the Italians have won the past two Davis Cup titles in Malaga, Spain, the site for the men’s team competition each of the past three years. Italy also won the Billie Jean Kin...

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Located just about two hours from Florence, Bologna is an equally enticing destination to visit on a trip to Italy. With a remarkable food history dating back to the Middle Ages, it's the place to thank for some of the world’s most beloved dishes, including lasagne alla bolognese, tortellini, and ragù. The northern Italian city is also home to the...

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The Shanghai Global ranking of academic subjects rewards our universities, which achieve several excellent rankings. The absolute best is that of the Federico II in Naples, which is third in the world for Pharmacy. It is followed by the European University Institute of Fiesole in the Florence province, Tuscany, which gets sixth in the world ranking...

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The wild and densely forested Bologna Apennines begin roughly at the southern walls of Bologna and extend all the way to the Tuscan border. Historically a place of exchange and transit, the area was hit particularly hard during World War II when the Nazis chose it as the site of the Gothic Line, a series of defenses intended to stop the Allied adva...

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Italy is a country rich in ancient and prestigious schools and universities, but there is one with the longest history and the oldest academic tradition: the University of Bologna. Here are some historical, cultural, and academic details that make the oldest university in Italy unique, the crucial role Bologna has played in European culture, and th...

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Bologna has so much to offer, including great food and art without the crowds that you'll find in better-known Italian cities like Florence or Rome. One spot that foodies should not miss when visiting Bologna is the Quadrilatero market, in the old city's medieval core. This rectangular area with a zigzag of narrow streets is adjacent to Bologna's f...

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Earlier this month, Bologna, the capital of the Emilia Romagna region, welcomed Grand Tour Italia, a reimagined theme park. Geared primarily to domestic and international travelers, Grand Tour Italia offers an immersive, bird's-eye view of the diverse culinary and cultural traditions of Italy’s 20 regions, designed to whet your appetite for further...

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In the first half of 2024, production of Mortadella Bologna PGI reached 19 million kilograms, with nearly 16 million kilograms sold. Compared to the same period in 2023, production edged up by 0.6%, while sales grew by 2.2%. Sales of pre-sliced, packaged mortadella in trays saw robust growth, rising 7%, reflecting consumer demand for convenience. E...

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Rome, Milan, Venice, and the Amalfi Coast may be the household names of Italy, but there are so many other amazing gems to explore. From stunning islands to storybook towns and historic cultural cities, it's no wonder Italy has soared to new tourism heights.  Rome is undoubtedly the most popular for travelers to immerse themselves into the fascinat...

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Bologna is the largest city in the Northern region of Emilia-Romagna. The capitol of the region, Bologna is known for its prestigious schools, medieval towers, centuries-old churches and priceless art. Simply put, it’s a jewel of Italy, and when strolling down the pedestrian-friendly streets, one will immediately notice miles of picturesque portico...

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