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Over the past couple of years, Puglia has become one of Italy's trending destinations – but there is more to the region than just photo-worthy locations.  Puglia is home to numerous folkloric traditions, ancient histories and diverse landscapes, from the dramatic coastline along the Parco Nazionale del Gargano to the scattered trulli in the Valle d...

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Anciently known as Rosito or Rosetum already in Roman age, within the Daunian mountains there is a small village which, beyond appearances, contains an important history and nowadays is a destination renowned above all for its natural landscapes and finest food, such as honey and truffles: we are in Roseto Valfortore! The curious name of this town...

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Nestled on the Adriatic coast of southern Italy, the city of Bari shines as a hidden gem waiting to be discovered by travelers. With its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes, Bari offers an authentic Italian experience that captivates the hearts of visitors. From its charming old town to its beautiful beaches, Bari has something t...

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Italy is one of the most popular destinations in Europe. Home to some of the continent’s most famous landmarks, including the Colosseum, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and Venice’s picturesque canals, it draws in tens of millions of visitors every year.  Unsurprisingly, it has been battling overtourism for decades now, and while a majority of the count...

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It’s astounding how many everyday English words have their roots in Italian: think confetti, stilettos, casino, volcano, influenza, and quarantine, just to name a handful. However, there are also many words making their way into everyday language that find their origins in specific Italian cities. Items were often titled after their places of origi...

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Sylvester Stallone received a hero's welcome in the southern Puglia region of Italy this week after travelling there to embrace his family's Italian heritage. The Hollywood legend and his brother Frank were conferred with honorary citizenship of Gioia del Colle during an open-air ceremony on Wednesday evening. "100 years ago my grandfather left thi...

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Nestled in the southernmost part of Italy, Apulia (also known as Puglia in Italian) is a region that beckons travelers with its rustic charm, breathtaking landscapes, and rich historical heritage. With its stunning coastlines, quaint towns, and delicious cuisine, Apulia offers a captivating blend of tradition and modernity that leaves a lasting imp...

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Antonia Gambacorta, an Italian scientist, was awarded the Robert H. Goddard Award given by Nasa for research in science. Gambacorta's research, in particular, is in the area of infrared and microwave sensing techniques as well as inverse methods for recovering temperature and atmospheric constituents and climate feedbacks on greenhouse gases. She r...

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For so many of us Italian Americans a yearning to journey back to our ancestral roots’ lives on today. This August, I along with several cousins and close paesani families made a recent trip to Italy and our ancestral town, Comune di Biccari in which we share a historical connection to the Italian enclaves of Philadelphia. Our Italian immigrant anc...

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Travel suggestions for those who wish to run along Italy from Friulian Carnia to the sea overlooking Africa. The freedom of a holiday in campervan in Italy is much more than a "different" idea of tourism. It is a lifestyle, the outdoor holiday par excellence but in the comfort of beds to sleep on and an engine under the bonnet. It is true full-mode...

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