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The Vittoriale degli Italiani, the mansion-museum celebrating the figure of Gabriele d’Annunzio in Gardone Riviera, has reached a historic milestone: 300,000 visitors in a single year. An ambitious goal, set by the Foundation and President Giordano Bruno Guerri after the Vittoriale’s centennial in 2021, which marked a moment of revival despite the...

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Italy is peppered with villages from hilltop hamlets crowned by medieval castles to coastal resorts with fishing-boat-filled bays. The association ‘i borghi più belli d’Italia’ - the most beautiful villages in Italy - celebrates, promotes and preserves these tiny treasures. As cities like Venice and Florence battle overtourism, venturing to these q...

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Naples has been crowned the best city in the world for food according to the rankings from TasteAtlas for 2024/2025. This recognition further cements Italy's position as a culinary powerhouse, with multiple cities ranking high on the list. Naples, the birthplace of Pizza Margherita and Sfogliatella, earned its top spot by showcasing a cuisine that...

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In Italy, New Year’s Eve is not just a celebration but a true journey through flavors rich in history and meaning. The dishes served at the festive dinner are no coincidence: they are symbols, offering wishes of luck and prosperity for the new year.Whether it’s cotechino and lentils, symbolizing abundance, or desserts like panettone and torrone, ev...

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Italy’s lakes are renowned for their beauty, but beyond the famous shores of Como and Garda lie hidden gems waiting to be discovered. These lesser-known lakes offer tranquil escapes with stunning landscapes and authentic Italian charm. Lake Orta in Piedmont stands out as a serene alternative to its bustling neighbors. Visitors can enjoy its picture...

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Anna Possi answers the phone in the cafe but immediately asks to call her back. “I have a customer,” she says. It’s mid-afternoon and Possi, who owns Bar Centrale in Nebbiuno, a small town overlooking Lake Maggiore in northern Italy, has been serving coffee since 7am. She usually finishes at 7pm. It’s an average working day for a barista in Italy,...

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In 2025, Mantua's Palazzo Te will commemorate its 500th anniversary, marking half a millennium since its construction between 1525 and 1535. This Renaissance masterpiece, conceived by Federico II Gonzaga and brought to life by architect and artist Giulio Romano, stands as a testament to the era's artistic innovation and the Gonzaga family's cultura...

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Italian Christmas culinary traditions are deeply rooted in the country’s history and culture, offering a diverse array of regional specialties. From the Alps in the north to the Mediterranean islands in the south, each region has its own unique recipes and dishes that make the holiday season a time of joy, community, and, most importantly, exceptio...

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Lake Como or Lake Garda? It’s as timeless an Italian conundrum as thick crust or thin? Aperol or Campari? The scenery alone draws travelers to these two mythic lakes in northern Italy, both defined by majestic mountains and colorful waterside villages that drip with dreamy dolce vita. So just how do you choose between the two? “It’s important to de...

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In a workshop in the Milan suburbs, sculptor Giovanni Calderino completes his latest project -- a battered statue from the top of the Italian city's gothic cathedral, and its gleaming white replacement. Depicting a bearded man wearing a tunic, the marble statue has adorned one of the Duomo's 135 spires for two centuries. But decades of harsh weathe...

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