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The city of Bologna is one of the most famous in Italy and in addition to the renowned cuisine and hospitality offers its visitors masterpieces such as the Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca. This is a symbolic place for the people of Bologna and is also ideal for those who want to take a walk in the hills starting from the historic center. Let’s...

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If you’ve ever aspired to live in a 15th-century palazzo befit for a famed polymath, have I got news for you. According to a new report from Travel + Leisure, a historic, three-story property in the Italian city of Bologna has just hit the market. The kicker? It’s rumored to have been Leonardo da Vinci’s last home in Italy before he moved to France...

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It’s often hard to imagine those who moulded the world into what we know now as humans who ate, slept and… er, you know. Take Leonardo da Vinci. The original Renaissance man, this Italian polymath changed the worlds of art, engineering, science and architecture during his 67 years on Earth. Guy painted the damn Mona Lisa, for crying out loud. But w...

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The origins of Mortadella Bologna are to be found in the area of ancient Etruscan Felsina and the Bonomia of the Gallic Boii, places rich in oak forests that provided tasty acorns for the numerous local swine, both wild and domesticated. There are two theories regarding the origin of the name: one is that it derives from “murtatum”, meaning meat fi...

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The geographical diversity of North Italy is its most outstanding feature. It has a sun-drenched Riviera and Adriatic coastal areas contrasting with Alpine Alps and glacial lakes. Many local delicacies and cultural gems are there in the towns. Italy Northern cities include some of the country’s wealthiest counties and are a top location for premium...

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Parmigiano Reggiano is one of the oldest and richest cheeses in the world. It is essentially produced like 9 centuries ago: using the same ingredients (milk, salt and rennet), with the same craftsmanship and production technique that has undergone very few changes over the centuries, thanks to the decision to keep a fully natural production, withou...

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Embraced by the Po Valley, but a stone's throw from the gentle slopes of the Apennines, there's Bologna, a lively melting pot of culture, art and architecture, but also full of things to do and thrills not to be missed. In this article, we'd like to take you on a discovery of the things to do in Bologna so that you can get to know it in the most au...

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Her majesty the lasagna. The queen of all Sunday lunches. Lasagna is an institution, a symbol of the richness and variety of Italian cuisine. The Bolognese one, famous all over the world, is a triumph of layers of egg pasta, meat sauce, béchamel and parmesan. The Neapolitan one boasts meatballs, mozzarella and hard-boiled eggs. The Venetian lasagna...

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The National Italian American Foundation (NIAF) is pleased to announce Emilia-Romagna is this year's Region of Honor. Each year, NIAF collaborates with a region in Italy to promote its culture, business, and tourism in the United States throughout the year. To celebrate the region, Emilia-Romagna will be prominently honored at the NIAF 48th Anniver...

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It's difficult to remain indifferent before the glorious solemnity of this ancient artefact, a unique example of 'water archaeology'. A history and legacy that goes beyond the merely functional aspect of a building as fascinating as efficient.  Here is what you need to know about the Lock of Casalecchio di Reno and why UNESCO has chosen it as a Mes...

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